The form is now an all-in-one bundle that includes the Release and Liability, COVID-19 Release and Protocol, and Emergency Contact Form. All clients and campers must have the below form completed. PLEASE NOTE: it will not let you submit if you have forgotten to fill out a required area, if not applicable please write N/A.  WE ARE NO LONGER ACCEPTING PAPER VERSIONS OF ANY OF OUR FORMS. 

    BOULDER POINTE EMERGENCY CONTACT FORM 
    AUTHORIZATION FOR EMERGENCY MEDICAL CARE

    I hereby give permission to the Boulder Pointe Equestrian and Event Center,LLC staff to secure emergency medical and/or surgical treatment for myself or my child while in their care. All expenses of such care will be accepted by myself or the parent(s)/legal guardian, including fees for an ambulance, if deemed necessary by staff. I realize attempts to reach me or my emergency contact person prior to any decisions will be made unless a life-threatening situation is at hand or circumstances do not allow. 

    BOULDER POINTE WAIVER AND INFORMED CONSENT TO PARTIPATE IN EQUESTRIAN ACTIVITIES


    NOTICE: Please read this document. Signing or acknowledging review of this document affirms that you have read it and understand it in its entirety. The Equine Activity Liability laws of the State of Minnesota, Ch. 604A.12 Subdivision 2, requires the following notice:


    NOTICE OF INHERENT RISKS: Equines have the propensity to behave in ways that may result in injury, harm or death to persons on or around the equine; have unpredictable reactions to such things as sounds, sudden movement and unfamiliar objects, persons or other animals; are susceptible to certain hazards such as surface or subsurface conditions, collisions with other equines or objects; propensities include kicking, biting, stamping, stumbling, rearing, and others; tack equipment can fail resulting in falling or loss of control; and activities have the potential of a participant to act in a negligent manner that may contribute to injury to the participant or others, such as failing to maintain control over the equine or not acting within the participant’s ability. Equine activities are INHERENTLY DANGEROUS.


    WAIVER AND INFORMED CONSENT TO PARTICIPATE
    I, the undersigned, having read and understood the content of this document, agree and consent to the provisions contained herein. It is my intention and desire to participate in equestrian-related activities including but not limited to, riding, horse-handling or being present at equestrian activities as an observer or other activity related, however slight, to equestrian activities at events held at Boulder Pointe owned or leased facilities and their foster host facilities.

    I hereby acknowledge that I am fully aware of the nature, purpose and risks of equine activities. I acknowledge that these activities are potentially dangerous and that I voluntarily accept any of the inherent risks involved. In consideration for my being permitted to take part in these activities, I agree to be bound by the rules and to obey the directions of the owners. I agree to release, hold harmless, and keep indemnified Boulder Pointe Equestrian & Event Center, LLC, its Members, officers and Andrea Keacher/Andrea Gustafson from and against all claims, actions, costs, expenses and demands in respect to death, injury, loss or damage to my person or property, howsoever caused, arising out of or in connection with my taking part in these events even if the same may have been contributed to or occasioned by the negligence of the said body or any of its agents, servants, or representatives. It is understood and agreed that this agreement is to be binding upon myself, my heirs, executors and assigns under the laws of the State of Minnesota related to Equine Activity Liability.

    I UNDERSTAND THAT THIS IS A LEGAL DOCUMENT. I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD THIS RELEASE AND I UNDERSTAND ALL ITS TERMS. I EXECUTE IT VOLUNTARILY AND WITH FULL KNOWLEDGE OF ITS MEANING AND SIGNFICANCE. I HEREBY ASSUME ALL OF THE RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH EQUINE RELATED ACTIVITIES

    I confirm I have read, acknowledge, and accept the terms of the Waiver and Informed Consent.

    I also confirm I have read the Stable Rules and all rules applicable to the Boulder Pointe facilities and will comply with them.
     
    I hereby give permission to the Company staff to secure emergency medical and/or surgical treatment for my child or myself while I am on the property or my child is in their care. All expenses of such care will be accepted by myself or the parent(s)/legal guardian, including fees for an ambulance, if deemed reasonably necessary by staff. Company will make attempts, when possible, to reach my emergency contact person or the parent/guardian prior to medical treatment; but this may not be possible in all situations.

    The Rider must sign this document if the Rider is 18 years of age or older.  A parent/guardian must sign this Release on behalf of a minor child (17 years of age or younger).

    RELEASE FORM AND ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF POLICIES FOR COVID-19


    ​The novel coronavirus, COVID-19, has been declared a worldwide pandemic by the World Health Organization. COVID-19 is extremely contagious and is believed to spread mainly from person-to-person contact. As a result, federal, state, and local governments and federal and state health agencies recommend social distancing and have, in many locations, prohibited the congregation of groups of people.

    Boulder Pointe Equestrian & Event Center, LLC (“Company” or “Boulder Pointe”) has put in place preventative measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19 at its locations and facilities, including employee and client policies requiring social distancing and more frequent cleanings of high touch surfaces.  However, Company cannot guarantee that an employee or customer/client will not become infected with COVID-19.

    By signing this agreement, I, [Enter Name Below]  (the “Rider”), acknowledge the following. If I am signing on behalf of a minor child as indicated in the signature block, representations apply to the minor child I am signing on behalf of.  If both I and my child will be present at Company’s facility, a separate release must be completed for each of us.
    • I certify that I am at the barn for recreation, lessons and/or to care for my horse.
    • I do not currently have symptoms associate with COVID-19 (e.g. cough, fever, shortness of breath, loss of taste and smell, etc…, CDC guidance is available from management should I have questions about possible symptoms), and I have not had such symptoms within the last fourteen (14) days.
    • To my knowledge, I have not been exposed to an individual with COVID-19 symptoms in the last fourteen (14) days, including any family, friends, etc… If I develop COVID-19 symptoms, I must follow all CDC guidance and any requirements requested by my doctor or other medical professional. 
    • If I am notified that I have been exposed to an individual with COVID-19 symptoms or that has developed COVID-19, I must follow all CDC guidance and any requirements requested by my doctor or other medical professional. 
    •  By coming to Company’s location for services or to participate in Company events, I will be deemed to have recertified that #1 and #2 above are true with respect to that day.  I acknowledge that Company may require an onsite verbal or written questionnaire concerning COVID-19 prior to entry into the facility.
    • I acknowledge the contagious nature of COVID-19 and understand the risk that I may be exposed to or infected by COVID-19 by virtue of my presence at Company’s facility, and that such exposure or infection may result in personal injury, illness, permanent disability, and death. By signing this waiver, I hereby waive any COVID-19 injury, illness, damage, loss, claim, liability, or expense, of any kind, that I may experience or incur in connection with my presence at Company’s facility (“Claims”). On my behalf, I hereby release, covenant not to sue, discharge, and hold harmless the Company, its employees (including Andrea Keacher/Andrea Gustafson), agents, and representatives, of and from the Claims, including all liabilities, claims, actions, damages, costs or expenses of any kind arising out of or relating thereto. I understand and agree that this release includes any Claims based on the negligence of the Company, its employees, agents, and representatives in relation to COVID-19.  This waiver specifically excludes any claims that cannot be waived by law.
    • I will follow all Company policies concerning COVID-19 to the best of my ability, including any restrictions mandated by local, state, and federal law, if applicable.  These policies include:
      • While you are at the barn:
        • Tacking up/Riding MUST occur in the outdoor arena only. If your horse is in the back paddocks you must use the outdoor walkway to bring the horse to the outdoor cross-ties.  You must NOT use the indoor barn to get to outdoor areas.
        • Indoor tacking up and indoor riding will be permissible with front and back garage doors open when actively raining only.
        • You MUST adhere to the 2 hour time limit.
        • You MUST maintain the appropriate distance between you and other people (6 feet).
        • You MUST wear a mask (homemade or store bought) at all times while on Boulder Pointe property. You are allowed to remove mask when actively riding only. Instructors are able to remove masks when actively teaching as well.  In all circumstances, individuals and Boulder Pointe staff must wear masks in situations where social distancing cannot be maintained.
        • A parent MUST chaperone a children under 16 (no one can be dropped off /left under any circumstance). Chaperoning applies to anyone under 16 that is leasing, boarding, or attending lessons. No children, other than children engaging in lessons, riding, or caring for a horse are allowed on the Boulder Point property at this time.   Each parent must be in full control and take responsibility for the minor child at all times while on site.  Trainers, chore people, and other parents will not fulfill these responsibilities.
        • You MUST use the provided bleach spray on any door knobs or surfaces that you touch before and after you leave.
        • You MUST not come to the barn at any time if you are exhibiting any signs or symptoms of COVID-19, or have been exposed or potentially exposed to anyone who may have COVID-19.
        • Timeslots will be strictly adhered to. I agree that I will not come earlier nor stay later than my scheduled time slot.
        • All individuals on the Company property MUST sign up on the barn sign up sheet (boarders/leasers only)
        • You must continue to clean up after yourself in outdoor areas and the outdoor arena
        • You must leave all items (other than those items you are currently using) in your car when possible (all riding gear, grooming supplies, boots, and tack when applicable)
        • You must not go through the barn to get your horse
      • Lessons:
        • I understand that online lessons will be available if I am exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19
        • Upon verifying a child is with his/her instructor, the parent or guardian may go back to his/her car during a lesson. At this time parents/guardians will be allowed  to watch lessons for the car only.
        • You are permitted to come 30 MINUTES before and stay up to 30 minutes after a lesson. This time is to be spent caring for the horse and cleaning/sweeping the area before and after the lesson ride.
        • These policies may be subject to change in the discretion of Company.  Please see Andrea Keacher/Andrea Gustafson[CMG1]  for the most recent set of Company facility policies.
    • I hereby give permission to the Company staff to secure emergency medical and/or surgical treatment for my child or myself while I am on the property or my child is in their care. All expenses of such care will be accepted by myself or the parent(s)/legal guardian, including fees for an ambulance, if deemed reasonably necessary by staff. Company will make attempts, when possible, to reach my emergency contact person or the parent/guardian prior to medical treatment; but this may not be possible in all situations.
    The Rider must sign this Release if the Rider is 18 years of age or older.  A parent/guardian must sign this Release on behalf of a minor child (17 years of age or younger).

    ​COVID-19 Camp Policy and Release 
    • You must remain in your car until check-in time. Once check-in time has started, you must distance yourself and your child 6 feet from the person ahead and behind you. 
    • You will be permitted to check out with your child 15 min. prior to end of camp time by waiting in a designated line 6 feet apart. 
    • Upon arrival, you must help your child use hand disinfectant provided at the check in counter. If in a my little horse camp, parent must also disinfect hands as well.  Hand disinfectant to be used upon exiting the property as well. 
    • No parents are allowed to stay and watch the camp or come back to the barn early before designated pick-up time. 
    • For my little horse camp, only (1) parent is allowed to be with child attending. No other adults or children are allowed. 
    • All adults are required to wear a mask when exiting a vehicle at any time to pick up/drop off their child. 
    • Campers are to wear masks upon pick-up and drop-off times, and any other times the counselors deem necessary. Each camper is to bring their own mask with them. We understand that not all children will tolerate a mask, so we ask masks to be worn on an age appropriate basis (children 6 y.o. and up). 
    • We have hand sanitizer set up around the facility, but also encourage each camper to bring a little bottle for personal use. 
    • Masks will not be worn by campers continuously throughout the day and only during times of close contact. We encourage all campers to have a string /tie for their mask so it can be kept around their neck or a pocket/backpack to keep it in. 
    • We will not have our Culligan water machine active so please make sure to bring an appropriate amount of water for your child during the day. 
    • We will be outside unless deemed necessary. We will be inside if actively raining, thundering or lightening, or if heat index is 90 degrees or above. 
    • We reserve the right to send any child home that we feel is exhibiting signs/symptoms of COVID-19. 
    • All camps are non-refundable , but a credit will be given to use on a later camp during this year if necessary. ​ ​
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    ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF ABOVE POLICIES