Bix Participant Waiver 2024
If the participant is 18 years of age or older and participating in the In-Person Event(s),
the participant is acknowledging and agreeing to the terms of Waiver A.
If the participant is under the age of 18 and participating in the In-Person Race, the
participant and the participant’s parent or legal guardian is acknowledging and agreeing
to the terms of Waiver B.
If the participant is 18 years of age or older and participating in the Virtual Race, the
participant is acknowledging and agreeing to the terms of Waiver C.
If the participant is under the age of 18 and participating in the Virtual Race, the
participant and the participant’s parent or legal guardian is acknowledging and agreeing
to the terms of Waiver D.
● WAIVER A: ADULTS IN-PERSON EVENTS
PARTICIPANT WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY AGREEMENT FOR ADULTS
(AGE 18 OR OLDER)
In Person Event Names: Iowa American Water Bix @ 6 Training Runs, Quad-City
Times Bix 7, Prairie Farms Quick Bix, Arconic Jr. Bix, Bechtel Trust Sr. Bix & Genesis
Sports Medicine Brady Street Sprints.
In Person Event Date(s): June 13, 20, 27, July 11, and July 23 - July 27, 2024
In Person Event Locations: Public streets and areas in and around Davenport, Iowa
In consideration of allowing me, the undersigned, to participate in one or more of the
Events described (“Event”) I, for myself, and on behalf of my spouse, children,
guardians, heirs and next of kin and any legal and personal representatives, executors,
administrators, successors and assigns, hereby agree to make the following contractual
representations pursuant to this Waiver and Release of Liability Agreement
(“Agreement”).
1. I represent (i) I am at least eighteen (18) years of age or older; (ii) I am in good health
and in proper physical condition to participate in the Event; and (iii) I am not nor will I be
under the influence of alcohol or any illicit or prescription drugs which would in any way
impair my ability to safely participate in the Event. I agree it is my sole responsibility to
determine whether I am sufficiently fit and healthy enough to participate in the Event. I
am responsible for my own safety and well being at all times and under all
circumstances before, during and after the Event.
2. I understand participating in road racing is inherently dangerous and represents an
extreme test of a person’s physical and mental limits. I understand and appreciate the
risks and dangers associated with participation in the Event and related activities,
including without limitation, the potential for serious bodily injury, sickness, disease,
permanent disability, paralysis and loss of life; loss of or damage to
equipment/property; exposure to extreme conditions and circumstances; contact with
other participants, spectators, animals or other natural or manmade objects; dangers
arising from adverse weather conditions such as heat and humidity; imperfect course
conditions; land, water and surface hazards; equipment failure; inadequate safety
measures; participants of varying skill levels; situations beyond the immediate control of
the Event Organizers; and other undefined, not readily foreseeable and presently
unknown risk and dangers (“Risks”). I understand these Risks may be caused, in whole
or in part, by my own actions or inactions, the actions or inactions of others participating
in the Event, or the negligent acts or omissions of the Released Parties defined herein,
and I hereby expressly assume all such Risks and responsibility for any damages,
liabilities, losses or expenses which I incur as a result of my participation in the Event.
3. These Risks also include but are not limited to exposure to and/or contracting any
communicable disease or the fear or threat (whether actual or perceived) of a
communicable disease such as coronavirus disease (COVID-19); severe acute
respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2); or any mutation or variation of
SARS CoV-2; or from fear or threat of such communicable disease.
4. I hereby release, waive and hold harmless the following parties: the Event; Quad
City Times; Cornbelt Running Club, its directors, officers, committees and members;
and all other volunteers; Road Runners Club of America (RRCA); the City of Davenport;
medical and health care providers; the Event directors and committees; organizers and
promoters; title sponsors, other sponsors, advertisers, the facility, venue and property
owners or operators upon which the Event including the post event party takes place;
law enforcement agencies or other public entities providing support for the Event; and
each of their respective parent, subsidiary, and affiliated companies, officers, directors,
partners, shareholders, members, agents, employees and volunteers (individually and
collectively the “Released Parties” or “Event Organizers”), with respect to any liability,
claims, demands, cause of action, damages, loss or expense (including courts costs
and reasonable attorney’s fees) of any kind or nature (“Liability”) which may arise out of,
result from, or relate in any way to my participation in the Event including claims for
Liability caused, in whole or in part, by the negligent acts or omissions of the Released
Parties.
5.I understand and agree the Event reserves the right to cancel or convert the Event
from in person to virtual in the event of weather, including but not limited to heat,
tornadoes, earthquakes, fires, storms, lightning, floods, accidents, acts of war or
terrorism, military conflicts or riots, pandemics or for any reason that would affect the
safety and security of the Event participants and/or spectators or the feasibility of the
Event to be held. In the event of such cancellation; or any other cancellation for any
other reasons; or conversion into a virtual event, there will be no refund of your payment
unless authorized and paid by the Event.
6.I consent to medical care and transportation in order to obtain treatment in the event
of injury, and understand this Agreement extends to any liability arising out of or in any
way connected with the medical treatment and transportation provided in the event of
an emergency and/or injury. I further understand that if medical care is available that I
assume the liability for any and all medical expenses incurred as a result of participating
in the Event (when such medical expenses are not provided on a free of charge basis
by any medical services organization, clinics or hospitals) including but not limited to
ambulance transportation, hospital stays, physician and pharmaceutical goods and
services.
7. I hereby warrant that I am of legal age and competent to enter into this Agreement. I
have read this Agreement carefully understanding its terms. I acknowledge I am giving
up substantial legal rights by agreeing to it (including the rights of my spouse, children,
guardians, heirs and next of kin, and any legal and personal representatives, executors,
administrators, successors and assigns), acknowledge I have agreed to this Agreement
without any inducement, assurance or guarantee, and intend for my agreement to serve
as confirmation of my complete and unconditional acceptance of the terms, conditions
and provisions of this Agreement. This Agreement represents the complete
understanding between the parties regarding these issues and no oral representations,
statements or inducements have been made apart from this Agreement. If any
provision of this Agreement is held to be unlawful, void, or for any reason
unenforceable, then that provision shall be deemed severable from this Agreement and
shall not affect the validity and enforceability of any remaining provisions.
● WAIVER B: MINORS IN-PERSON EVENTS
PARTICIPANT WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY AGREEMENT FOR MINORS
(UNDER AGE 18)
In Person Event Names: Iowa American Water Bix @ 6 Training Runs, Quad-City
Times Bix 7, Prairie Farms Quick Bix, Arconic Jr. Bix, Bechtel Trust Sr. Bix & Genesis
Sports Medicine Brady Street Sprints.
In Person Event Date(s): June 13, 20, 27, July 11, and July 23 - July 27, 2024
In Person Event Locations: Public streets and areas in and around Davenport, Iowa
In consideration of allowing the Minor identified herein, to participate in one or more of
the Events described (“Event”) I, for myself, and on behalf of the Minor and the Minor’s
parents/legal guardians, heirs and next of kin, and any legal and personal
representatives, executors, administrators, successors and assigns, hereby agree to
make the following contractual representations pursuant to this Waiver and Release of
Liability Agreement (“Agreement”).
1. I represent (i) I am the parent or legal guardian of the Minor; (ii) the Minor is in good
health and in proper physical condition to participate in the Event; and (iii) the Minor is
not nor will the Minor be under the influence of alcohol or any illicit or prescription drugs
which would in any way impair the Minor’s ability to safely participate in the Event. I
agree it is my sole responsibility to determine whether the Minor is sufficiently fit and
healthy enough to participate in the Event. I am responsible for the Minor’s safety and
well being at all times and under all circumstances before, during and after the Event.
2. I understand the risks and dangers associated with the Minor’s participation in road
racing which is inherently dangerous and represents an extreme test of the Minor’s
physical and mental limits. I understand that the Minor’s participation involves risks and
dangers associated with participation in the Event and related Event activities, including
without limitation, the potential for serious bodily injury; sickness; disease; permanent
disability; paralysis and loss of life; loss of or damage to equipment/property; exposure
to extreme conditions and circumstances; contact with other participants, spectators,
animals or other natural or manmade objects; dangers arising from adverse weather
conditions such as heat and humidity; imperfect course conditions; land, water and
surface hazards; equipment failure; inadequate safety measures; participants of varying
skill levels; situations beyond the immediate control of the Event Organizers; and other
undefined, not readily foreseeable and presently unknown risk and dangers (“Risks”). I
understand these Risks may be caused, in whole or in part, by the Minor’s own actions
or inactions, the actions or inactions of others participating in the Event, or the negligent
acts or omissions of the Released Parties defined herein. On behalf of the Minor, I
hereby expressly assume all such Risks and responsibility for any damages, liabilities,
losses or expenses which may be incurred as a result of the Minor’s participation in the
Event.
3. These Risks also include but are not limited to exposure to and/or contracting any
communicable disease or the fear or threat (whether actual or perceived) of a
communicable disease such as coronavirus disease (COVID-19); severe acute
respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2); or any mutation or variation of
SARS CoV-2; or from fear or threat of such communicable disease.
4.On behalf of the Minor, I hereby release, waive and hold harmless the following
parties: the Event; Quad City Times; Cornbelt Running Club, its directors, officers,
committees and members; and all other volunteers; Road Runners Club of America
(RRCA); the City of Davenport; medical and health care providers; the Event directors
and committees; organizers and promoters; title sponsors, other sponsors, advertisers,
the facility, venue and property owners or operators upon which the Event including the
post event party takes place; law enforcement agencies or other public entities
providing support for the Event; and each of their respective parent, subsidiary, and
affiliated companies, officers, directors, partners, shareholders, members, agents,
employees and volunteers (individually and collectively the “Released Parties” or “Event
Organizers”), with respect to any liability, claims, demands, cause of action, damages,
loss or expense (including courts costs and reasonable attorneys fees) of any kind or
nature (“Liability”) which may arise out of, result from, or relate in any way to the Minor’s
participation in the Event including claims for Liability caused, in whole or in part, by the
negligent acts or omissions of the Released Parties.
5. On behalf of the Minor, I understand and agree the Event reserves the right to cancel
or convert the Event from in person to virtual in the event of weather, including but not
limited to heat, tornadoes, earthquakes, fires, storms, lightning, floods, accidents, acts
of war or terrorism, military conflicts or riots, pandemics or for any reason that would
affect the safety and security of the Event participants and/or spectators or the feasibility
of the Event to be held. In the event of such cancellation; or any other cancellation for
any other reasons; or conversion into a virtual event, there will be no refund of your
payment unless authorized and paid by the Event.
6.On behalf of the Minor, I consent to medical care and transportation in order to obtain
treatment in the event of injury, and understand this Agreement extends to any liability
arising out of or in any way connected with the medical treatment and transportation
provided in the event of an emergency and/or injury. I further understand that if medical
care is available that I assume the liability for any and all medical expenses incurred as
a result of the Minor participating in the Event (when such medical expenses are not
provided on a free of charge basis by any medical services organization, clinics or
hospitals) including but not limited to ambulance transportation, hospital stays,
physician and pharmaceutical goods and services.
7. I hereby warrant that I am of legal age, competent, and fully authorized to enter into
this Agreement on behalf of the Minor. I have read this Agreement carefully
understanding its terms. I acknowledge I am giving up substantial legal rights by
agreeing to it (including the rights of the Minor, the Minor’s parent/legal guardians, heirs
and next of kin, and any legal and personal representatives, executors, administrators,
successors and assigns), acknowledge I have agreed to this Agreement without any
inducement, assurance or guarantee, and intend for my agreement to serve as
confirmation of my complete and unconditional acceptance of the terms, conditions and
provisions of this Agreement. This Agreement represents the complete understanding
between the parties regarding these issues and no oral representations, statements or
inducements have been made apart from this Agreement. If any provision of this
Agreement is held to be unlawful, void, or for any reason unenforceable, then that
provision shall be deemed severable from this Agreement, and shall not affect the
validity and enforceability of any remaining provisions.
● WAIVER C: ADULTS VIRTUAL EVENTS
PARTICIPANT WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY AGREEMENT FOR ADULTS
(AGE 18 OR OLDER)
Virtual Event Names: Quad-City Times Bix 7, Prairie Farms Quick Bix, Bechtel
Trust Sr. Bix and Arconic Jr. Bix
Virtual Event Dates: July 20-27, 2024
Virtual Event Location: A location and running/walking route of my choosing
In consideration of allowing me, the undersigned, to participate virtually in one of the
Events described (“Event”) I, for myself, and on behalf of my spouse, children,
guardians, heirs and next of kin and any legal and personal representatives, executors,
administrators, successors and assigns, hereby agree to make the following contractual
representations pursuant to this Waiver and Release of Liability Agreement
(“Agreement”).
1. I represent (i) I am at least eighteen (18) years of age or older; (ii) I am in good
health and in proper physical condition to participate virtually in the Event of my
choosing; and (iii) I am not nor will I be under the influence of alcohol or any illicit or
prescription drugs which would in any way impair my ability to safely participate virtually
in the Event. I agree it is my sole responsibility to determine whether I am sufficiently fit
and healthy enough to participate virtually in the Event. I am responsible for my own
safety and well-being at all times and under all circumstances before, during and after
this virtual Event.
2. I agree and understand that running/walking in this Event that is organized as a
virtual activity in which I run/walk on my own, at a date and time of my choosing, in a
location and route of my choosing, which will not have any support or security measures
in place by the Released Parties defined herein is a potentially dangerous activity,
which could result in injury or death. I acknowledge that I am participating in the activity
outlined by this virtual Event of my own free will and at my own personal risk.
3. In so acknowledging, I understand there is no medical care available while
participating virtually. For that reason, I assume the liability for any and all medical
expenses incurred as a result of participating in the Event virtually are at my sole
expense including but not limited to ambulance transportation, hospital stays, physician
and pharmaceutical goods and services.
4. I understand that running/walking the Event’s course or any variation or route of
my own choosing in connection with this Event is inherently dangerous and represents
an extreme test of my physical and mental limits. I understand and appreciate the risks
and dangers associated with participation in this virtual Event and any related activities,
including without limitation, the potential for serious bodily injury, sickness, disease,
permanent disability, paralysis and loss of life; loss of or damage to equipment/property;
exposure to extreme conditions and circumstances; contact with others, other
participants, animals or other natural or manmade objects; dangers arising from
adverse weather conditions such as heat and humidity; imperfect course conditions;
land, water and surface hazards; equipment failure; inadequate safety measures; other
participants of varying skill levels; situations beyond the immediate control of the
Released Parties defined herein; and other undefined, not readily foreseeable and
presently unknown risks and dangers (“Risks”). I understand these Risks may be
caused, in whole or in part, by my own actions or inactions, the actions or inactions of
others participating in this virtual Event, or the negligent acts or omissions of the
Released Parties defined herein. I hereby expressly assume all such Risks and
responsibility for any damages, liabilities, losses or expenses which I incur as a result of
my participation in this virtual Event.
5. These Risks also include but are not limited to exposure to and/or contracting
any communicable disease or the fear or threat (whether actual or perceived) of a
communicable disease such as coronavirus disease (COVID-19); severe acute
respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2); or any mutation or variation of
SARS-CoV-2; or from fear or threat of such communicable disease. I further agree to
abide by the Center for Disease Control (CDC)’s recommendations for the prevention of
the spread of COVID-19 and attest to having read the CDC’s guidance at:
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prepare/prevention.html. I attest that if my
community has a shelter in place order I will only participate in the virtual Event by
running/walking inside. I will not run/walk outside in the community during the duration
of a shelter in place order. I agree to follow all pedestrian safety ordinances including
running/walking on a sidewalk where available and not in the road. I agree to follow the
rules of the road if no sidewalk or multi-use trail is available. I will run/walk against
oncoming traffic and not with traffic.
6. Having read this Agreement, knowing these facts relating to participating in road
races and in particular this virtual Event, I hereby for myself and for anyone entitled to
act on my behalf release, waive and hold harmless the following parties: the Event;
Quad City Times; Cornbelt Running Club and their respective directors, officers,
committees and members; and all other volunteers; Road Runners Club of America
(RRCA); the City of Davenport; Event directors; Event committees; Event volunteers;
organizers and promoters; title sponsors; sponsors; advertisers; law enforcement
agencies or other public entities providing support for the Event; each of their respective
parent, subsidiary, and affiliated companies, officers, directors, partners, shareholders,
members, agents, employees and volunteers (individually and collectively the
“Released Parties”), with respect to any liability, claims, demands, causes of action,
damages, losses or expenses (including courts costs and reasonable attorney’s fees) of
any kind or nature (“Liability”) which may arise out of, result from, or relate in any way to
my participation in this virtual Event including claims for Liability caused, in whole or in
part, by the negligent acts or omissions of the Released Parties.
7. I hereby warrant that I am of legal age, competent and fully authorized to enter into
this Agreement. I have read this Agreement carefully understanding its terms. I
acknowledge I am giving up substantial legal rights by agreeing to this Agreement. I
have agreed to this Agreement without any inducement, assurance or guarantee, and
intend for my agreement to serve as confirmation of my complete and unconditional
acceptance of the terms, conditions and provisions of this Agreement. This Agreement
represents the complete understanding between the parties regarding these issues and
no oral representations, statements or inducements have been made apart from this
Agreement. If any provision of this Agreement is held to be unlawful, void, or for any
reason unenforceable, then that provision shall be deemed severable from this
Agreement and shall not affect the validity and enforceability of any remaining
provisions.
● WAIVER D: MINORS VIRTUAL EVENTS
PARTICIPANT WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY AGREEMENT FOR MINORS
(UNDER AGE 18)
Virtual Event Names: Quad-City Times Bix 7, Prairie Farms Quick Bix,
Bechtel Trust Sr. Bix and Arconic Jr. Bix
Virtual Event Dates: July 20-27, 2024
Virtual Event Location: A location and running/walking route of my choosing
In consideration of allowing the Minor (“Minor”) identified herein to participate virtually in
one of the Events described (“Event”) I, for myself and on behalf the Minor and the
Minor’s parents/legal guardians, heirs and next of kin and any legal and personal
representatives, executors, administrators, successors and assigns, hereby agree to
make the following contractual representations pursuant to this Waiver and Release of
Liability Agreement (“Agreement”).
1.I represent (i) I am the parent or legal guardian of the Minor; (ii) the Minor is in good
health and in proper physical condition to participate virtually in the Event; and (iii) the
Minor is not nor will the Minor be under the influence of alcohol or any illicit or
prescription drugs which would in any way impair the Minor’s ability to safely participate
virtually in the Event. I agree it is my sole responsibility to determine whether the Minor
is sufficiently fit and healthy enough to participate virtually in the Event. I am
responsible for the Minor’s safety and well-being at all times and under all
circumstances before, during and after the Event.
2.I agree, understand and have instructed the Minor that running/walking in this Event
that is organized as a virtual activity in which the Minor will run/walk on his/her own, at a
date and time of his/her choosing, in a location and route of his/her choosing, which will
not have any support or security measures in place by the Released Parties defined
herein is a potentially dangerous activity, which could result in the Minor’s injury or
death. I acknowledge that the Minor will be participating in the activity outlined by this
virtual Event of his/her own free will and at his/her own personal risk.
3.In so acknowledging, I understand there is no medical care available while
participating virtually. For that reason, I assume the liability on behalf of the Minor for
any and all medical expenses incurred as a result of participating in the Event virtually
are at my sole expense including but not limited to ambulance transportation, hospital
stays, physician and pharmaceutical goods and services.
4.These Risks also include but are not limited to exposure to and/or contracting any
communicable disease or the fear or threat (whether actual or perceived) of a
communicable disease such as coronavirus disease (COVID-19); severe acute
respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2); or any mutation or variation of
SARS-CoV-2; or from fear or threat of such communicable disease. I further agree on
behalf of the Minor that he/she shall abide by the Center for Disease Control (CDC)’s
recommendations for the prevention of the spread of COVID-19 and attest to having
read and reviewed with the Minor the CDC’s guidance at:
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prepare/prevention.html. I further attest
that if the Minor’s community has a shelter in place order that the Minor will only
participate in the virtual Event by running/walking inside. I have instructed the Minor not
to run/walk outside the Minor’s community during the duration of a shelter in place
order. I agree to follow and have instructed the Minor to follow all pedestrian safety
ordinances including running/walking on a sidewalk where available and not in the road.
I have instructed the Minor who has agreed to follow the rules of the road if no sidewalk
or multi-use trail is available. I have further instructed the Minor to run/walk against
oncoming traffic and not with traffic.
5. I understand that running/walking the Event’s course or any variation or route of the
Minor’s choosing in connection with this Event is inherently dangerous and represents
an extreme test of the Minor’s physical and mental limits. I understand and appreciate
the risks and dangers associated with the Minor’s participation in this virtual Event and
any related activities, including without limitation, the potential for serious bodily injury,
sickness, disease, permanent disability, paralysis and loss of life; loss of or damage to
equipment/property; exposure to extreme conditions and circumstances; contact with
others, other participants, animals or other natural or manmade objects; dangers arising
from adverse weather conditions such as heat and humidity; imperfect course
conditions; land, water and surface hazards; equipment failure; inadequate safety
measures; other participants of varying skill levels; situations beyond the immediate
control of the Released Parties defined herein; and other undefined, not readily
foreseeable and presently unknown risks and dangers (“Risks”). I understand these
Risks may be caused, in whole or in part, by the Minor’s own actions or inactions, the
actions or inactions of others participating in the Event, or the negligent acts or
omissions of the Released Parties defined herein. On behalf of the Minor, I hereby
expressly assume all such Risks and responsibility for any damages, liabilities, losses
or expenses which may be incurred as a result of the Minor’s participation in the Event.
6. Having read this Agreement, knowing these facts relating to participating in road
races and in particular this virtual Event, on behalf of the Minor, I hereby release, waive
and hold harmless the following parties: the Event; Quad City Times; Cornbelt Running
Club and their respective directors, officers, committees and members; and all other
volunteers; Road Runners Club of America (RRCA); the City of Davenport; Event
directors; Event committees; Event volunteers; organizers and promoters; title
sponsors; sponsors; advertisers; law enforcement agencies or other public entities
providing support for the Event; each of their respective parent, subsidiary, and affiliated
companies, officers, directors, partners, shareholders, members, agents, employees
and volunteers (individually and collectively the “Released Parties”), with respect to any
liability, claims, demands, causes of action, damages, losses or expenses (including
courts costs and reasonable attorney’s fees) of any kind or nature (“Liability”) which may
arise out of, result from, or relate in any way to my participation in this virtual Event
including claims for Liability caused, in whole or in part, by the negligent acts or
omissions of the Released Parties.
7. I hereby warrant that I am of legal age, competent, and fully authorized to enter into
this Agreement on behalf of the Minor. I have read this Agreement carefully
understanding its terms. I acknowledge I am giving up substantial legal rights by
agreeing to this Agreement. I have agreed to this Agreement without any inducement,
assurance or guarantee, and intend for my agreement to serve as confirmation of my
complete and unconditional acceptance of the terms, conditions and provisions of this
Agreement. This Agreement represents the complete understanding between the
parties regarding these issues and no oral representations, statements or inducements
have been made apart from this Agreement. If any provision of this Agreement is held
to be unlawful, void, or for any reason unenforceable, then that provision shall be
deemed severable from this Agreement, and shall not affect the validity and
enforceability of any remaining provisions.
