Redstone
Ranch Hold Harmless Agreement
4551 NW 39th
Avenue, Coconut Creek, FL 33073
This Hold Harmless Agreement (“Agreement”) is made and entered
into as of the date signed below, by and between Redstone Ranch (“Released
Party”), located at 4551 NW 39th Avenue, Coconut Creek, FL 33073, and the
undersigned party or parties, hereinafter referred to as “Releasor(s).”
1. ASSUMPTION OF RISK
Releasor acknowledges and agrees that participation in activities at Redstone
Ranch, including but not limited to interaction with animals, equine
activities, outdoor activities, educational programs, and other related
activities, involves inherent risks. These risks include, but are not limited
to, physical injury, property damage, or loss resulting from:
- The behavior of animals (including
equines) with unpredictable reactions to sound, movements, objects,
persons, or other animals.
- Environmental conditions, such as uneven
terrain, surface or subsurface hazards, and weather.
- Risks associated with mounting, riding,
walking, grooming, feeding, or handling animals.
Releasor voluntarily assumes all risks associated with these
activities, whether foreseen or unforeseen, known or unknown.
2. RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Releasor, on behalf of themselves,
their minor children, heirs, executors, administrators, and assigns, agrees to
release, waive, discharge, and hold harmless the Released Party, its owners,
officers, directors, employees, volunteers, agents, trainers, contractors, property
owners, and representatives from any and all liability, claims, demands, causes
of action, or damages, including attorney’s fees and costs, arising out of or
related to participation in any activities at Redstone Ranch and Rescue,
including equine activities, whether arising from negligence or otherwise.
3. INDEMNIFICATION
Releasor agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Released Party from
and against any and all claims, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including
attorney’s fees) arising out of or related to:
- Releasor’s participation in activities at
Redstone Ranch and Rescue.
- Any injury or damage caused by Releasor to
third parties, animals, or property.
- Any breach of this Agreement by Releasor.
4. MEDICAL CONSENT AND EMERGENCIES
In the event of a medical emergency, the Released Party is authorized to seek
emergency medical treatment for the Releasor or their minor child(ren) if
necessary. Releasor agrees to bear all costs associated with such treatment and
releases the Released Party from any liability for actions taken under this
clause.
5. EQUINE ACTIVITY ACKNOWLEDGMENT
Releasor acknowledges that equine activities involve inherent risks as defined
under Florida Statutes § 773.01, including but not limited to:
- The propensity of equines to behave in
ways that may result in injury, harm, or death.
- The inability to predict an equine’s
reaction to sounds, movements, objects, persons, or animals.
- Hazards associated with surface or
subsurface conditions on the premises.
Releasor expressly assumes these risks and agrees to release and
hold harmless the Released Party and associated parties from any and all
liability arising from participation in equine activities.
6. PHOTOGRAPHY AND MEDIA RELEASE
Releasor grants permission to the Released Party to use photographs, videos, or
other media taken during activities for promotional or educational purposes
unless a written objection is provided.
7. TERM AND TERMINATION
This Agreement is effective as of the date signed and remains in effect until
terminated in writing by the Releasor or Released Party. Termination does not
release the Releasor from obligations arising during the term of this
agreement.
8. GOVERNING LAW AND VENUE
This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws
of the State of Florida. Any disputes arising under this Agreement shall be
resolved in a court of competent jurisdiction in Broward County, Florida.
9. SEVERABILITY
If any provision of this Agreement is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the
remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
10. ENTIRE AGREEMENT
This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between the parties
regarding its subject matter and supersedes all prior agreements, whether oral
or written. Any modifications must be made in writing and signed by both
parties.
SIGNATURES
By signing below, the Releasor acknowledges that they have read and understood
this Agreement, are of legal age, and agree to be bound by its terms.
