HUT RELEASE FORM

The undersigned group has elected to use Beartooth Powder Guides Hut System, The Woody Creek Cabin and/or Mount Zimmer Yurt, without the use of a guide. The group represents and acknowledges they are competent in safe winter backcountry travel and have the skills and knowledge necessary to take care of themselves in a winter backcountry camping settin . The skills and standard equipment that must be possessed by the group are as follows:

Group members must physically possess the following:

• Adequate winter clothing (all)
• First Aid Kit (group)
• Avalanche Transceiver/Beacon (all)
• Shovel (all)
• Probe (all)
• Climbing skins, snowshoes (all)
• Equipment Repair Kit (group)
• Matches or Lighter (recommend all)
• Map and Compass (recommend all)

Group members must be competent in the following:

• Avalanche Safety
• Safe Route Selection and Navigation
• First Aid
• Self/Partner Rescue
• Use of Hut facilities, such as, but not limited to; wood burning and cook stove operation, snow removal, lantern operation,sanitation/housekeeping and use of tools for wood splitting.

is the designated group leader. He/she is the most experienced person in the group in safe winter travel and survival. This person is the responsible party should accidents or mishaps arise during the time of your visit to and around the backcountry hut you are staying and touring from. This person is also the responsible party for any damage caused to the cabin or yurt during your stay. This person is responsible for contacting Beartooth Powder Guides in the event that an accident or any damages occurs during your stay.

Warning: There are significant elements of risk in any activity associated with outdoor adventures, including but not limited to wilderness camping, climbing/hiking/trekking, skiing/snowboarding, sledding, wilderness lodges, and the presence or use of animals and the use of any related equipment (referred to herin as "activity"). Although we have taken reasonable steps to provide you with appropriate huts, cabins and/or yurts, so you can enjoy wilderness camping, we wish to remind you that this activity is not without risk. Certain risks cannot be eliminated without destroying the unique character of the activity. The same elements that contribute to the unique character of the activity can be causes of loss or damage to your equipment, or accidental injury, illness, or in extreme cases, permanent trauma or death. We do not want to frighten you or reduce your enthusiasm for this activity, but we do think it is important for you to know in advance what to expect and to be informed of the inherent risks.

ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF RISKS: I acknowledge that the following describes some, but not all, of these risks:

EXPRESS ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND RESPONSIBILITY: I am aware that this activity entrails risks of injury or death to myself and minor children for which I am responsible. I agree to assume responsibility for the risk identified herein and those risks not specifically identified. My/our participation is purely voluntary. No one is forcing me/us to participate and I/we elect to participate in spite of it's risks. I am (we are) physically and mentally capable of participating in the activity and/or safely using the lodge/hut/yurt and associated equipment. I assume fully responsibility for the risks of personal injury, accidents, illness or death. I also assume responsibility for damage to or loss of my/our personal property as the result of any accident that may occur.

COVENANT OF GOOD FAITH: I recognize that Beartooth Powder Guides, LLC as provider of goods and/or services, will operate under a covenant of good faith and fair dealing, but that you may find it necessary to terminate an activity or refuse or terminate the participation of any person for the safety of myself and/or other participants. I acknowledge that no guarantees have been made with the respect to achieving objectives. I acknowledge and understand that Beartooth Powder Guides, LLC and its principals, members and Employees have the right to refuse to allow me to participate in a guided activity if I am under the influence of drugs or alcohol or otherwise impaired. I further agree that for my own safety and for the safety of others, that I will not consume alcohol or other substances which could impair my ability to snowmobile, ski or perform any other activity.

AUTHORIZATION: I hereby authorize any medical treatment deemed necessary in the event of any injury while participating in the activity. I either have appropriate insurance, or in its absence, agree to pay all the costs of rescue and/or medical services as may be incurred on my/our behalf.

RELEASE: In consideration of services or property provided, I for myself and any minor children which I am parent, legal guardian, or otherwise responsible, any heirs, personal representatives or assigns, do hereby fully and completely release Beartooth Powder Guides, LLC, its principals, directors, officers, agents, employees, members and volunteers, and each and every landowner, municipal and/or governmental agency upon whose property an activity is conducted, from all liability and waive any claims, actions, losses, demands, injuries, damages, liabilities arising from any cause whatsoever (except that which is the result of willful or gross negligence). This agreement shall be governed by Montana Law. I understand and agree that the foregoing Waiver and Release is intended to be as broad and inclusive as is permitted by the laws of the State of Montana and if any portion is found to be invalid, the balance shall continue in full force. I hereby sign this waiver and release of liability and claims with full knowledge that I have given up substantial rights by signing this waiver and release. I have signed it freely and voluntarily and without any inducement, assurance or guarantee being made to me and I intend that my signature be a complete and unconditional release of all liability to the greatest extent allowed by law. I have read the foregoing acknowledgment of risks, assumption of risk and responsibility, and release of liability. I understand that by signing this document I may be waiving my legal rights.

COVID-19:

• COVID-19 has been designated by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) as a new virus in humans causing respiratory illness which can be spread from person-to-person through respiratory droplets.
• COVID-19, may cause respiratory failure, septic shock, and/or multiple organ dysfunction or failure, or death.
• To prevent or stop the spread of COVID-19, the CDC recommends the practice of social distancing.
• By participating in Beartooth Powder Guides, LLC, activities, I may be increasing my risk of exposure to COVID-19.
• Although Beartooth Powder Guides, LLC, has put in place preventative measures to reduce the transmission of COVID-19 consistent with CDC recommendations, I may become infected with COVID-19.
• If I develop symptoms while participating in Beartooth Powder Guides, LLC, activities, I may be required to take steps to isolate myself from others, or to otherwise prevent the spread of COVID-19, including the removal from participation in Beartooth Powder Guides, LLC, activities.

I hereby represent and warrant the following to be true and correct to the best of my knowledge with respect to myself and with respect to any minor person for whom I am signing:

• I am not experiencing any symptoms known to be associated with COVID-19, as set forth and amended from time to time by the CDC; including without limitation: Cough, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, fever;
• Within the past fourteen (14) days, I have not been exposed to any person who, at the time of exposure, had an active case of COVID-19 and/or was experiencing symptoms associated with COVID-19;
• I have not been diagnosed with COVID-19 in the last 21 days or told by a health care professional that I may currently still be contagious and able to transmit COVID-19;

I hereby agree on my own behalf and on behalf of any minor person for whom I am signing, as follows:

• I voluntarily and knowingly seek services from Beartooth Powder Guides, LLC.
• I assume all risks and damages to person or property, whether known or unknown, that may result from contracting COVID-19 while participating in services offered by Beartooth Powder Guides, LLC.
• I assume all risks and damages to person or property, whether known or unknown, that may result from contracting COVID-19 while participating in services offered by Beartooth Powder Guides, LLC.
• I will indemnify and hold harmless Beartooth Powder Guides, LLC, and its agents, employees, representatives, guests, licensees, and invitees, from all damages, claims, suits, actions, costs and attorneys fees, or demands for compensation of any kind relating to or arising from the contraction or dissemination of COVID-19 while engaged in services provided by Beartooth Powder Guides, LLC.
• If I develop symptoms associated with COVID-19 while participating in services provided by Beartooth Powder Guides, LLC, I will immediately inform an agent or employee of Beartooth Powder Guides, LLC, and take steps to avoid transmission of any infectious disease which I may have.

By signing this document you may be waiving your legal right to a jury trial to hold the provider legally responsible for any injuries or damages resulting from risks inherent in the sport or recreational opportunity or for any injuries or damages you may suffer due to the provider's ordinary negligence that are the result of the provider's failure to exercise reasonable care

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I agree to the terms and conditions as listed above

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(If participant is under 18, the Parent or Legal Guardian must also sign)

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