Bend Area Cycling Enthusiasts (BACE)

This year, Bend will have its first-ever City Nature Challenge through efforts of Think Wild and supported by Dirty Freehub. The City Nature Challenge is a global event that encourages citizen science to find and document wildlife observations while reducing the barriers for people to connect with nature. We will be recording our observations through the iNaturalist app.

A few things to know: this is going to be a ride emphasized on the city nature challenge so although we will be riding, expect there to be some time to stop and collect data / images for the challenge.

• You will be traveling on multi-use paths with other cyclists and pedestrians.
• We will be using the Dirty Freehub route called Townie which was designed specifically to inspire you to learn the secret ways to commute by bike around Bend and avoiding traffic. While you will see end up on some roads with cars, we did our absolute very best to avoid the cars. We recommend bringing a red blinky light.
• This is not a supported event.
• Download the iNaturalist app for iPhones or Android.

Start: Lat / Long: Lat / Long: 44.045095, -121.316040
Link to start: https://maps.app.goo.gl/uwjXe2xhFrgoLrvK6

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Questions? Kira at 5039396747.

To participate:
You must be registered for the event and as such agree to the Meetup and BACE rules. These include one’s concurrence that cycling can be dangerous and cause serious bodily injury or even death. The organizers of this group and its members will not be held responsible for the actions of any participant at any event.

• Please do not bring pets.
• You must wear a helmet.
• You must be an adult.
• You must be self-sufficient.

Liability Waiver
By electronically signing up for this event through MeetUp, I acknowledge, agree, and understand that participating in BACE cycling events and group rides (“Activities”) has inherent risks, dangers, and hazards. I hereby assume all risks and responsibilities related to the Activities.

Acknowledgment and Assumption of Risk: I acknowledge that bicycling involves risks including, but not limited to, the risks of collision with pedestrians, vehicles, other cyclists, and fixed or moving objects; the risks arising from surface hazards, equipment failure, inadequate safety equipment; and the risk of injury, disability, or death.
Release and Waiver of Rights, Including for Claims of NEGLIGENCE: I hereby RELEASE, WAIVE, DISCHARGE, AND COVENANT NOT TO SUE BACE or Dirty Freehub, its officers, members, volunteers, sponsors, advertisers, and, if applicable, owners and lessors of equipment (collectively, the “Releasees”) from any and all liability, claims, demands, or causes of action that I may have for injuries or damages arising out of my participation in the Activities, including, but not limited to, losses CAUSED BY THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEES.

Indemnification: I agree to INDEMNIFY AND HOLD the Releasees HARMLESS from any loss, liability, damage, or cost that may incur due to my participation in the Activities, WHETHER CAUSED BY THE NEGLIGENCE OF RELEASEES or otherwise.

Acknowledgment of Rules and Standards of Conduct: I agree to observe and obey all posted rules and warnings, to follow any instructions or directions given by the Releasees, and to abide by any decision of any event official relative to my ability to safely participate in the Activities.
Photography/Video Release: I understand that photos or videos may be taken during the Activities, and I hereby consent to the use of these photos and/or videos for promotional materials by the BACE and/or Dirty Freehub. I understand that I will not receive compensation for the use of such photos or videos.

Medical Authorization: In the event of injury or illness, I consent to receive medical treatment deemed advisable in the best judgment of appropriate medical personnel.
Severability: 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.

Acknowledgment of Voluntary Participation: I acknowledge that I am voluntarily participating in the Activities and that I have read and understood this waiver, and I am aware that by signing this form, I am waiving substantial rights, including my right to sue.

Governing Law: This Waiver and Release shall be interpreted in accordance with the laws of the state of Oregon, and any dispute arising out of this agreement shall be resolved in the courts of that state.