Participant Waiver and Release

I am taking part in the W.I.S.H. WineSTEM 5K as a runner or volunteer. I understand this event is a physical activity that can cause injury, illness, or death.

My health. I am in good health and medically able to take part. If I am a runner, I am properly trained. If I am a volunteer, I am able to perform my assigned duties. I will not take part if I am feeling sick.

Rules and officials. I have read the event rules and agree to follow them. I will follow all instructions from race officials and staff. Officials may deny or suspend my participation at any time for any reason.

Risks. I accept all risks of taking part, including falls, contact with other participants, volunteers, staff, contractors, and spectators, weather (heat, humidity, or cold), traffic, and road and terrain conditions. I also accept the risk of exposure to communicable diseases, including COVID-19. I understand these risks are known to me and I accept them.

Health guidance. I will follow any health and safety guidance shared by event organizers or public health authorities.

Course rules. Bicycles, skateboards, and skates are not allowed on the course. Strollers are allowed. Animals are allowed if they are kept on a leash. Personal music players are allowed only with headphones. I am responsible for my animal and for any child in my stroller. I will follow all race rules.

Release. In consideration of my entry or volunteer role being accepted, I, for myself and anyone who may act for me, release W.I.S.H. WineSTEM 5K, Pacesetters Road Race Consulting, City of Canton, Wentworth Institute of Science and Health, all event sponsors, and their representatives, employees, volunteers, and successors from all claims and liabilities arising from my participation. This includes claims caused by negligence.

Photos and recordings. I give permission for my photos, video, and recordings from this event to be used for any legitimate purpose.

Refunds. I understand there are no refunds if the event is cancelled before or during the event.

I have read this waiver, I understand it, and I sign it voluntarily.