Liability Waiver and Notification of no Liability Insurance Dear Parent or Guardian of one of our �Special Cowboy or Cowgirls�, All of our horses have been carefully selected for having characteristics of being gentle and well behaved. HOWEVER, riding horses under any circumstances has inherent risks. The Hearts for Horses program and its volunteers will do everything possible to ensure a fun and safe experience for everyone involved. Our goal is to provide a safe environment for children to enjoy their experience with horses and to cultivate fun, self-confidence, and a partnership with the horses. We do not charge any fees for this program and everyone involved is an unpaid volunteer. We cannot pay for any medical expenses or any claims for any type of damages or lawsuits. Therefore, we ask each parent to CAREFULLY and THOUGHTFULLY abide by the following rules: 1. Parents are responsible for providing protective head gear appropriate for riding horses. 2. Custodial parent or guardian must sign this document, indicating they understand and accept the risks involved and release John E. Colang and any of our volunteers from any liability or damage. 3. Each parent must read and understand the New Mexico Equine Liability Act. 4. Any child with known Atlanto-axial instability should have a physician�s clearance to participate in these types of activities. Parents should also disclose to John Colang if this condition exists so extra care can be taken. John Colang will assume that the parent has exercised due diligence in clearing their child for inclusion in these activities with their child�s physician. 5. Parents agree to pay for any medical care resulting from any injury incurred on the property without holding John Colang or any other volunteer or handler responsible. Child�s Name Age I am the legal custodial parent or guardian of the children (child) listed above. I have read and understand the risks involved in riding horses. I also understand that John Colang and the volunteers within the program are not accepting any fees or monies for this service and as such understand that there is no liability, personal injury, or property damage insurance to protect any riders who may sustain an injury. I have also read and understand the terms of the New Mexico Equine Liability Act. Parent/Guardian sign here: ============================================================= Date: _____________________________