1. Parties

This Waiver, Release of Claims, and Assumption of Risk Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into between West Coast 4x4 Adventures (the "Organization"), its officers, directors, members, volunteers, affiliates, sponsors, agents, and representatives (collectively "Released Parties"), and the undersigned individual ("Participant").

2. Non-Member Status Declaration

The Participant expressly acknowledges and declares that:

• They are not a member of West Coast 4x4 Adventures and have no membership status, rights, or standing within the Organization.
• They are attending this Event solely as a non-member guest, following along with the group on a voluntary basis.
• They have not been recruited, employed, contracted, or otherwise engaged by West Coast 4x4 Adventures in any capacity.
• They understand that West Coast 4x4 Adventures has no obligation to supervise, guide, assist, or otherwise provide for their safety beyond what is extended to any member of the general public on public lands.
• Their participation is entirely voluntary and at their own discretion and risk.

3. Description of Activity

The Participant wishes to follow and accompany West Coast 4x4 Adventures members on off-road vehicle events, trail runs, group drives, day runs, overnight trips, community gatherings, and related activities organized or facilitated by the Organization (collectively "Events"). The Participant is doing so as a non-member guest following the group of their own free will. These activities take place on public lands, off-road trails, desert terrain, mountain roads, and other unpaved or unimproved surfaces and may involve significant physical risk. West Coast 4x4 Adventures does not direct, control, or assume responsibility for the Participant's vehicle, route choices, or conduct during any Event.

4. Assumption of Risk

The Participant acknowledges and voluntarily assumes all risks associated with participation in Events, including but not limited to:

• Vehicle rollovers, collisions, mechanical failures, and accidents
• Injuries caused by rough, uneven, or unstable terrain
• Exposure to extreme heat, cold, sun, dust, and other environmental conditions
• Getting lost, stranded, or separated from the group
• Actions or negligence of other participants or third parties
• Wildlife encounters, flash floods, rockslides, and other natural hazards
• Equipment failure, including recovery gear, radios, and navigation devices
• Bodily injury, property damage, or death

The Participant understands that off-road activities are inherently dangerous and that no amount of care, caution, instruction, or expertise can eliminate all risks.

5. Release of Liability & Waiver of Claims

In consideration of being permitted to participate in Events, the Participant, on behalf of themselves and their heirs, personal representatives, and assigns, hereby releases, waives, discharges, and covenants not to sue the Released Parties from any and all liability, claims, demands, actions, and causes of action whatsoever arising out of or related to any loss, damage, injury, or death that may be sustained by the Participant while participating in any Event, whether caused by the negligence of the Released Parties or otherwise.

This release includes, without limitation, claims for personal injury, property damage, wrongful death, breach of contract, and any other legal theory, whether known or unknown at the time of signing.

6. Indemnification

The Participant agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Released Parties from and against any and all claims, damages, losses, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or resulting from the Participant's participation in any Event, including claims arising from the Participant's own negligence or the negligence of others.

7. Rules, Conduct & Compliance

The Participant agrees to:

• Follow all instructions from West Coast 4x4 Adventures run leaders and event coordinators
• Comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and land-use regulations
• Operate their vehicle in a safe and responsible manner at all times
• Carry appropriate recovery gear, water, fuel, and emergency supplies
• Maintain valid vehicle registration, insurance, and a valid driver's license
• Not operate any vehicle while impaired by alcohol, drugs, or any other substance
• Respect public lands, leave no trace, and pack out all waste
• Immediately notify a run leader of any accident, injury, or emergency

West Coast 4x4 Adventures reserves the right to remove any participant from an Event at any time for failure to comply with these rules or for conduct deemed unsafe or disruptive.

8. Medical Authorization

In the event of an emergency, the Participant authorizes West Coast 4x4 Adventures and its representatives to seek and consent to emergency medical treatment on the Participant's behalf. The Participant acknowledges that they are responsible for all costs associated with any medical treatment received.

9. Photography & Media Release

The Participant grants West Coast 4x4 Adventures permission to photograph, film, and record their participation in Events and to use such images and recordings for promotional, educational, and social media purposes without compensation.

10. Severability & Governing Law

If any provision of this Agreement is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect. This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Arizona. Any disputes arising under this Agreement shall be resolved in the courts of Mohave County, Arizona.