In consideration of the services of Mountain Trip International LLC, their agents, owners, officers, volunteers, participants, employees, and all other persons or entities acting in any capacity on their behalf (hereinafter collectively referred to as "MTI"), I hereby agree to release, indemnify, and discharge MTI, on behalf of myself, my spouse, my children, my parents, my heirs, assigns, personal representative and estate as follows:
1. I acknowledge that mountaineering in foreign countries entails known and unanticipated risks that could result in physical or emotional injury, paralysis, death, or damage to myself, to property, or to third parties. I understand that such risks simply cannot be eliminated without jeopardizing the essential qualities of the activity.
The risks include, among other things: the hazards of walking on uneven terrain and slips and falls; being struck by rock fall, icefall or other objects dislodged or thrown from above; the use of climbing ropes and equipment; the forces of nature, including lightning, weather changes and avalanche; the risks of falling off the rock, mountain or into a crevasse; the risks of exposure to insect bites; encounters with animals and wildlife; the risk of altitude and cold including hypothermia, frostbite, acute mountain sickness, cerebral and pulmonary edema; travel in remote areas with poor or no access to emergency and/or medical services; consumption of food or drink; and improper lifting or carrying; my own physical condition, and the physical exertion associated with this activity. Foreign countries have their own laws and standards of acceptable conduct; food and water related illnesses; foreign political, legal, social, transportation, health, and economic conditions; different standards of design, safety, and maintenance of buildings, public places, and conveyances; local & medical facilities and providers; weather conditions; criminal activity, environmental hazards; standards of living and health standards that are not equivalent to life in the United States.
Furthermore, MTI employees have difficult jobs to perform. They seek safety, but they are not infallible. They might be unaware of a participant's fitness or abilities. They might misjudge the weather, other environmental conditions. They might misjudge whether the terrain is safe for travel or where or when an avalanche may occur. They may give incomplete warnings or instructions, and the equipment being used might malfunction.
2. I expressly agree and promise to accept and assume all of the risks existing in this activity. My participation in this activity is purely voluntary, and I elect to participate in spite of the risks.
3. I hereby voluntarily release, forever discharge, and agree to indemnify and hold harmless MTI from any and all claims, demands, or causes of action, which are in any way connected with my participation in this activity or my use of MTI’s equipment or facilities, including any such claims which allege negligent acts or omissions of MTI.
4. Should MTI or anyone acting on their behalf, be required to incur attorney's fees and costs to enforce this agreement, I agree to indemnify and hold them harmless for all such fees and costs.
5. I certify that I have adequate insurance to cover any injury or damage I may cause or suffer while participating, or else I agree to bear the costs of such injury or damage myself. I further certify that I am willing to assume the risk of any medical or physical condition I may have.
6. In the event that I file a lawsuit against MTI, I agree to do so solely in the state of Colorado, and I further agree that the substantive law of that state shall apply in that action without regard to the conflict of law rules of that state. I agree that if any portion of this agreement is found to be void or unenforceable, the remaining portions shall remain in full force and effect.
By signing this document, I acknowledge that if anyone is hurt or property is damaged during my participation in this activity, I may be found by a court of law to have waived my right to maintain a lawsuit against MTI on the basis of any claim from which I have released them herein.
I have had sufficient opportunity to read this entire document. I have read and understood it, and I agree to be bound by its terms.
CONGRATULATIONS to ALL members of May 14 DENALI—-EVERYONE on the team is amazing!!!!!! Whatever distance you rose on DENALI, you can be so very proud of your preparation, commitment and endurance!!!
My sister Debbie, Nathan & Heather will greet you in Alaska, and then come home to be pampered and celebrate!!!! Coffee Kuchen awaits!!! We love you and God Bless!
Congratulations to all, especially Debbie! <3 So very proud and happy for you all!
OMG YOU DID IT!!!! How proud I am of you and your team. What a feeling of accomplishment for you and everyone. Can’t wait to hear your voice and know that you are safe and sound. You have done something that not many people have done. What an awesome feeling. CONGRATULATION to the whole team for a great job!!! xoxox
You did yourself proud girl!! and in the process made your Mom and especially me the PROUDEST parents in the world. Love Dad
You did yourself PROUD girl! and in the process made your Mom and especially me the proudest parents in the world. Love Dad
Congratulations!!! The sky is the limit. So proud of my snowman.
Wendy, Good job. I am bursting with pride for you. You are one heck of a girl! . Love you.
Awesome! I can’t wait to hear the stories. All my best and enjoy the ride down!
What a great day for you and your team! Y’all are amazing and have accomplished something most of us can only dream of. Your hard work and dedication has certainly paid off. We couldn’t be more prouder. You have shown Alec, Meadow and Luke to dream BIG and believe in yourself! We love you ❤️
Congratulations Wendy and the rest of your team!!!! ?
Dear Wendy-Rific and the entire May 14 team:
Kudos! Well Done! Congratulations! Everyone who has been following your expeditions is proud of your ability to be steadfast and unwavering in your resolve to the commitment of achieving a well-earned summit.
Wendy – since the first day we met in the Earth Treks Golden gym, I could tell by the gleam in your eye and the sound of your determined voice that you were going to accomplish your goals. Beyond your personal tenacious drive, I also greatly appreciate your ability to be a trusted and valuable partner to those on your team. Your heartfelt spirit and appreciation for the strong draw of a wilderness experience in wild and high places is infectious and a wonderful addition for those who are lucky enough be on a venture with the one and only Wendy Gustin. Bravo on your achievement. — Dan-tastic (Dan Jenkins).
Congratulations Wendy and your team! Very proud of this. all my ‘little’ 14ers pale in comparison! Good Job
Simply amazing! You are an inspiration to all who know you.
Way to go Jim, as well as your whole team! Incredible strength and perseverance will leave you with a life time of fabulous memories. Looking forward to hearing all about it….. See you soon!!
Congratulations Wendy!!! Can’t believe you did it! A MAJOR accomplishment. You and your team should be very proud of yourselves. Our very best to you.
John and Jean
Congratulations team!!!! Safe travels back home to those who love you!
Congratulations Team! Would love to hear the stories of your journey Mr. Becker.
Way to go, Kozma!!! You are the man!
Congratulations to Wendy and the team! Great job, makes my ‘little’ 14ers pale in comparison! So Proud of you!
John and Sue
Congratulations David. Can’t wait to hear about your trip. Wa-Hooooo!
Congratulations Wendy, can’t wait to see your pictures. It has been great “following” you on your journey
David, congratulations on this accomplishment! the boys and I are happy for you and glad you realized a dream. the summit looks breathtaking in a picture and is probably surreal and magnificent in real life.
Congratulations Debbie! I’m so glad that the weather behaved so you and your group could summit! Have a safe trip down and I look forward to hearing all about it. What an accomplishment!
Well done!!! Bravissimi, congratulations David, Debbie, James, Ps, Wendy, Luigi! And thank you so much Seba, Gary, Mike!
You all have touched the sky and enlightened us with your tenacity and your courage. I am very, very proud.
“The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams”, è vero ancora una volta, bello!
Also thanks to Todd and Laura!
(And this is for Victoria: you’re so nice!)
CONGRATULATIONS Team May 14th!!!!
Way to go Debbie, you rock!!!!!
So excited and proud for all of you!!
Knew you wouldn’t stop until you reached the goal!!!
Can’t wait to hear from you and know you are back safely!
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Love,
Traci
Holy cow!! Way to go, Wendy!!! I have been nervously tracking your progress this whole time and so excited to see you made it to the top! 🙂 Safe travels home !
YEAH!!!! AWESOME JIM AND ALL!
Congrats to you all. Luigi – we’re proud of you! Iain