Volunteer Release

I RECOGNIZE AND ACKNOWLEDGE that there are inherent risks and hazards involved in harvesting fruit. I agree to assume all such risks and hazards and bear all costs of medical attention. The following is a non-exclusive list of possible risks that could be encountered while fruit picking: falling from a ladder, being poked in the eye by a tree branch, allergic reaction (insect bites, stings, etc.), having fruit or branches fall on your body, or falling from a tree. I understand that this is a volunteer, community goodwill project and HEREBY REMISE, RELEASE AND FOREVER DISCHARGE Cowichan Green Community (CGC), its employees and advisory committee, of and from all manner of actions, causes of actions, claims and demands whatsoever in nature which I may have in respect to any injury, during my participation as a volunteer with the Fruit Save gleaning project.

I hereby consent and agree that CGC, its employees, or agents have the right to take photographs, videotape, or digital recordings of me as a staff member of CGC and to use these in any and all media, now or hereafter known, and exclusively for the purpose of projects associated with Cowichan Green Community. I further consent that names and identity may be revealed therein or by descriptive text or commentary.

I do hereby release to CGC, its agents, and employees all rights to exhibit this work in print and electronic form publicly or privately. I waive any rights, claims, or interest I may have to control the use of my identity or likeness in whatever media used.

I understand that there will be no financial or other remuneration for recording me, either for initial or subsequent transmission or playback. I also understand that CGC is not responsible for any expense or liability incurred as a result of my participation in this recording, including medical expenses due to any sickness or injury incurred as a result.

If I bring minors to a glean as their legal parent or guardian, I will indicate how many in the sign up form and will provide constant supervision of them and accept full responsibility for their conduct at the glean.

I represent that I am at least 18 years of age, have read and understand the foregoing statement, and am competent to execute this agreement.