The Buddy System Inc.

Event: Battle Buddy 5K Fun Run & Walk Organizer: The Buddy System Inc. (an Indiana nonprofit corporation) 1. Assumption of Risk I acknowledge that participating in a walk/run event involves inherent risks, including but not limited to: falls, contact with other participants, effects of weather, traffic and course conditions, and potential exposure to allergens or illness. I voluntarily assume all such risks, known and unknown, even if arising from the negligence of the Releasees (defined below). 2. Release & Waiver In consideration of being permitted to participate in this event, I, on behalf of myself, my heirs, executors, administrators, and assigns, do hereby release, discharge, and hold harmless The Buddy System Inc., its directors, officers, employees, volunteers, agents, sponsors, vendors, and affiliates (collectively, the “Releasees”) from any and all claims, liabilities, demands, or causes of action, whether in law or in equity, arising out of my participation in this event, including injury, illness, disability, or death. 3. Medical Authorization I grant permission to event staff, volunteers, or medical personnel to provide or arrange for emergency medical treatment as deemed necessary, and I accept financial responsibility for any related expenses. 4. Fitness to Participate I certify that I am physically fit, have sufficiently trained for participation in this event, and have not been advised otherwise by a qualified medical professional. 5. Photo/Media Release I grant permission to The Buddy System Inc. to use photographs, video, audio, or other likenesses of me for legitimate promotional, fundraising, and informational purposes without compensation. 6. Minors If the participant is under the age of 18, this waiver must be signed by a parent or legal guardian, who accepts full responsibility for the minor’s participation. 7. Governing Law This Waiver & Release shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Indiana. Any disputes shall be resolved exclusively in the courts of Whitley County, Indiana.