Flying Fox Heli Hike

ALPINE GUIDES FOX GLACIER LIMITED – RISK DISCLOSURE STATEMENT

UNDERSTANDING THE RISKS

I accept that this activity inherently involves risks and hazards that could potentially result in harm or injury. The risks and hazards include, but are not limited to avalanche, rock fall, ice fall, crevasses, moulins, heavy rain, cold exposure, heights, flooding, uneven terrain, tripping, earthquake (including without limitation injury from man-made structures (like buildings, bridges and dams) or natural features (like cliffs and sloping ground) being destabilised or damaged), air travel (including without limitation helicopter crash or accident or injury from collision with helicopter spinning rotor blades) and sun exposure.

I am aware that participating in the guided activities offered by Alpine Guides Fox Glacier Limited can be hazardous if they are not conducted with care, control and responsibility. I acknowledge that these risks could result in my injury (physical or mental) or even death.

Medication/health conditions

• I have informed the staff of Alpine Guides Fox Glacier Limited (or will, prior to undertaking the activity) of any medical conditions, previous injuries and any medication I am currently taking which may affect my ability to undertake the activity I have booked with Alpine Guides Fox Glacier Limited.
• I confirm I am physically fit and able to participate in the activities and I have not been advised otherwise by a qualified medical person.
• I consent to receive any medical treatment that may be deemed necessary by Alpine Guides Fox Glacier Ltd in the event of injury, accident or illness while undertaking the activities.
• I understand it is my responsibility to disclose any conditions (health or otherwise) that may affect the safety and enjoyment of myself and those around me.

Conditions of participating in activity

• I agree to walk with care, and obey the rules set out by Alpine Guides Fox Glacier Limited and instructions given by the guide (or a representative of Alpine Guides Fox Glacier Limited), at all times.
• I accept that if I do not adhere to the instructions and rules, or if I act dangerously, recklessly or in a way that might endanger myself or others, Alpine Guides Fox Glacier Limited may remove me from the activity. If this occurs, I acknowledge I will not receive a refund. This is necessary to ensure my safety and the safety of others.
• I accept that Alpine Guides Fox Glacier Limited reserves the right to cancel this activity if it becomes concerned for my safety, or the safety of another person.
• I agree to wear appropriate clothing and use/wear all safety clothing and equipment (as required by the guide) at all times when participating.

Limited liability of Alpine Guides Fox Glacier Limited

• I understand that if I act recklessly or intentionally, and don’t follow the rules or instructions set out by Alpine Guides Fox Glacier Limited and the guide, which I have been made aware of, to the extent permitted by law, Alpine Guides Fox Glacier Limited will not be held responsible for any injury, damage or loss I cause to myself/my property, or another person/their property, resulting from my action (or lack of action).

Liability of landowner

• I agree that the owner(s) of the land on which the activity is conducted, to the extent permitted by law, will not be held responsible for any death, injury, misadventure, damage to or loss of property caused in whole or part by these activities.

Damage to property or equipment

• In the event that I damage any of the clothing or equipment, or other property owned by Alpine Guides Fox Glacier Limited or a landowner, I agree to pay to Alpine Guides Fox Glacier Limited (or the landowner) all costs associated with repairing the damage.

Drugs/ Alcohol

• I confirm I am not under the influence of intoxicating alcohol or drugs (be they legal or illegal) which may in any way impair my ability to undertake the activity.

Marketing

• I give Alpine Guides Fox Glacier Limited permission to send me emails and/or post relating to Alpine Guides Fox Glacier Limited events and promotions, as well as the right to use all photos and videos of me taken during the activity for promotional and social media purposes.

Insurance

• I acknowledge that Alpine Guides Fox Glacier Limited strongly recommends that I have full insurance covering any personal injury and loss or damage to property, that I might suffer, including medical treatment cover.

Overnight Stay on Glacier

• I understand that AG operate in a mountain/alpine environment where certain events may result in having to stay on the glacier overnight.

Participant Acceptance

• I agree that by purchasing this ticket and in undertaking the activities, I accept the risks and hazards associated with the activities and all other terms and conditions outlined in this Risk Disclosure Statement.
• I also confirm that all persons travelling with me on this ticket have been informed about the terms of this Risk Disclosure Statement and in undertaking the activities, have similarly agreed to accept that there are risks and hazards associated with the activities and to accept the terms of this Risk Disclosure Statement.