Oregon Guided Field Trip Participation Agreement
Assumption of Risk, Release of Liability, Medical Authorization, and Participant Agreement
(Adult Participants, Families, and Minor Children)
NOTICE: This agreement is intended for use by Oregon outdoor recreation businesses conducting guided field trips, nature tours, educational excursions, hiking trips, wildlife viewing, beach exploration, fishing instruction, foraging classes, tidepooling, and similar activities.
PARTICIPANT INFORMATION
Guide / Business Name: Oregon Rainforest Adventures
Business Address: PO BOX 701 Yachats, Oregon 97498
Email: steve@orrfa.com
Website: www.orrfa.com
Trip Name:
Trip Date:
Location(s):
PARTICIPANT INFORMATION
Participant Name:
Address:
City:
State:
Zip:
Phone:
Email:
Date of Birth:
Emergency Contact:
Relationship:
Phone:
FAMILY PARTICIPANTS
If signing for minor children:
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF OREGON OUTDOOR RISKS
Oregon offers unique outdoor recreational opportunities that involve inherent and unavoidable dangers. I understand that participation in this guided field trip exposes me and any minor participants in my care to risks that cannot be completely eliminated, including but not limited to:
Ocean waves, sneaker waves, and rip currents
Tides and changing surf conditions
River currents and swift water
Uneven trails
Loose rocks
Mud
Wet logs
Slippery beaches
Cliffs and steep terrain
Falling trees or limbs
Wildlife encounters
Insects and ticks
Poison oak and other harmful vegetation
Extreme weather
Cold exposure
Heat illness
Smoke from wildfires
Vehicle travel
Equipment failure
Falling
Drowning
Serious bodily injury
Permanent disability
Death
I understand these hazards are inherent to outdoor recreation in Oregon and may exist even when reasonable care is exercised.
VOLUNTARY ASSUMPTION OF RISK
I voluntarily choose to participate in this activity.
I understand:
Outdoor recreation cannot be made completely safe.
The Guide cannot eliminate every hazard.
Weather, wildlife, water levels, tides, and trail conditions may change rapidly.
Emergency medical care may be delayed due to remote locations.
I knowingly assume all inherent risks associated with participation.
PARTICIPANT RESPONSIBILITIES
I agree that I will:
Follow all instructions given by the Guide.
Wear appropriate footwear and clothing.
Stay with the group unless instructed otherwise.
Inform the Guide of any medical condition affecting my participation.
Bring required medications.
Exercise reasonable care for my own safety.
Respect wildlife and natural resources.
Follow all Oregon laws and regulations.
OREGON FISHING, CRABBING, CLAMMING & FORAGING
If participating in fishing, shellfish harvesting, or foraging activities, I understand that I am solely responsible for:
Obtaining any required Oregon licenses or permits.
Following Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife regulations.
Following all seasonal closures.
Following harvest limits.
Identifying edible plants, mushrooms, shellfish, and other natural resources before consuming them.
The Guide provides educational information only and cannot guarantee that any wild food is safe for consumption.
RELEASE OF LIABILITY
To the fullest extent permitted under Oregon law, I voluntarily release and hold harmless:
its owners, employees, independent contractors, volunteers, assistants, guides, instructors, landowners, sponsors, affiliates, and agents from claims arising from the inherent risks of participation in outdoor recreational activities.
Nothing in this Agreement releases liability for conduct that cannot legally be waived under Oregon law, including claims involving gross negligence, reckless conduct, willful misconduct, or intentional acts, to the extent such claims are preserved by applicable law. Oregon law regarding recreational liability waivers has changed in recent years and may continue to evolve.
MEDICAL AUTHORIZATION
I certify that:
I am physically capable of participating.
I have disclosed any medical conditions affecting participation.
I will carry necessary medications.
I understand emergency medical services may be delayed.
I authorize emergency medical treatment if I am unable to provide consent.
I accept financial responsibility for all emergency medical costs.
Medical Conditions:Allergies:Medications:MINOR CHILDREN
If I am signing on behalf of a minor child:
I certify that:
I am the child's parent or legal guardian.
I have legal authority to sign this Agreement.
I have explained the risks to the child when appropriate.
I voluntarily permit the child to participate.
I agree to supervise my child unless the activity specifically provides otherwise.
PHOTOGRAPHY & MEDIA RELEASE
Unless I opt out below, I grant permission for photographs, video, drone footage, or audio recordings taken during the activity to be used for:
Website
Social media
Advertising
Educational materials
Promotional publications
without compensation.
☐ I AUTHORIZE media use.
☐ I DO NOT AUTHORIZE media use.
EQUIPMENT
I agree to:
Use all equipment safely.
Report damaged equipment immediately.
Return borrowed equipment in substantially the same condition received.
WEATHER & SAFETY
The Guide may cancel, postpone, relocate, or modify activities because of:
Weather
Fire restrictions
River conditions
Ocean hazards
Wildlife activity
Unsafe trail conditions
Government closures
Any condition the Guide believes presents an unreasonable safety concern
Such decisions are made solely for participant safety.
REFUND POLICY
Participant Cancellation: Full refund if cancelled at least 10 days in advance to trip date.
Guide Cancellation: Full refund within 24 Hours
PERSONAL PROPERTY
I understand that the Guide is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged personal belongings.
GOVERNING LAW
This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Oregon.
Any legal proceeding shall be brought in the Oregon Circuit Court.
SEVERABILITY
If any provision of this Agreement is determined to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
ENTIRE AGREEMENT
This document constitutes the complete agreement between the parties.
No verbal statement modifies this Agreement.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
By signing below, I certify that:
I have carefully read this Agreement.
I understand its contents.
I understand I am assuming the inherent risks of outdoor recreation.
I understand this Agreement affects my legal rights.
I have had the opportunity to ask questions.
I sign voluntarily and without coercion.
PARTICIPANT SIGNATURE
Printed Name:
Signature:
Date:
PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN (If Applicable)
Printed Name:
Relationship:
Signature:
Date:
GUIDE REPRESENTATIVE
Printed Name:
Signature:
Date: