Participant Release and Liability Waiver
1. Assumption of Risk
I understand that participation in activities involving horses, livestock, animals, farm facilities, barns, arenas, walking trails, and related events inherently carries risks, including but not limited to:
- The unpredictable nature of horses and other animals, including kicking, biting, rearing, running, or spooking.
- Hazards related to farm equipment, fencing, uneven ground, sinkholes, natural terrain, mud, and weather conditions.
- Risks of injury from falls, collisions, slips, trips, or being stepped on.
- Risks associated with animal interaction both on the property (Anna’s Acres, Russiaville, IN) and at remote/off-site locations (homes, schools, parks, public spaces, places of business, etc.) when animals are transported for events or programs.
I voluntarily assume all risks of injury (including serious injury, permanent disability, or death) and property damage arising from participation in these activities.
2. Release of Liability
In consideration of being permitted to participate, I, on behalf of myself, my children, my heirs, executors, administrators, and assigns, hereby release, discharge, and hold harmless Anna’s Acres, LEGHS LLC, MellohMade LLC, Todd and Carrie Melloh, their employees, volunteers, contractors, agents, and representatives, from any and all liability, claims, demands, causes of action, damages, costs, or expenses of any nature arising out of or related to participation in any activities on or off the property.
3. Indemnification
I agree to indemnify and defend Anna’s Acres, LEGHS LLC, MellohMade LLC, Todd & Carrie Melloh, and all affiliates against any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including attorney fees) arising out of my participation or my child’s participation in activities.
4. Medical Treatment Authorization
In the event of injury, accident, or illness, I authorize Anna’s Acres and its representatives to obtain emergency medical treatment on my behalf and on behalf of my child or children. I assume all financial responsibility for such treatment.
5. Rules and Conduct
I agree to follow all rules and instructions regarding safety, behavior, and animal handling. I understand that failure to do so may result in my removal (or my child’s removal) from the activity or premises without refund.
I agree not to engage in behavior that endangers myself, animals, or others, including roughhousing, shouting, cursing, or mistreating animals.
6. Acknowledgment of Indiana Law
Pursuant to Indiana Code § 34-31-5 (Indiana Equine Activity Liability Act), I acknowledge that I have been warned of the inherent risks of equine activities.
7. Severability
If any portion of this waiver is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in effect.
8. Acknowledgment of Understanding
I have read this Waiver and Release of Liability, fully understand its terms, and voluntarily agree to be bound by it.
