The Introduction to Mountain Biking SKILLS CLINIC IS HELD THE FIRST
SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH FROM 9:00 am to 12:00 pm in MALIBU CREEK STATE
PARK
(http://www.venturacountytrails.org/TrailMaps/MalibuCreek/AreaTrails.htm
[http://www.venturacountytrails.org/TrailMaps/MalibuCreek/AreaTrails.htm]).
It is free of charge to all participants, and no reservations are
needed. The class covers several SKILLS INCLUDE PROPER SEATED RIDER
POSITION, controlled braking and slow speed technical maneuvering,
pedaling cadence/gear use, and proper riding position and technique
for climbing, cornering, and descending. Also discussed are tips on
backcountry preparedness, shared use etiquette, and simple maintenance
tips. Please arrive no later than 8:45 am to sign in and have your
bike checked.
For more information, and to see photos of previous CLINICS, visit
http://corbamtb.com/programs/skills.shtml
[http://corbamtb.com/programs/skills.shtml]
Directions to Malibu Creek State Park (A cash fee is required to enter
the park with a vehicle.)
From the San Fernando or Conejo Valleys, take the Ventura Freeway
(101) to Calabasas, exit Las Virgenes Road/Malibu Canyon. Go south 3.5
miles. You will cross Mulholland Highway and go another 1/4 mile to
the entrance to Malibu Creek State Park on the right.
From Santa Monica, take Pacific Coast Highway north to Malibu Canyon
Road and turn Right. Go 6 miles to the park entrance on your left.
In the park, just past the ranger kiosk at the entrance, to the left
is a large parking lot that runs parallel to the road. This is where
the group meets. Do not go to the lower parking lot.
By signing up for this event, you agree to the terms of the Accident
Waiver and Release of Liability, required by our insurer:
ACCIDENT WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY
I acknowledge that this athletic event is an extreme test of a person
s physical and mental limits and carries with it the potential for
death, serious injury and property loss. The risks include, but are
not limited to, those caused by terrain, facilities, temperature,
weather, condition of athletes, equipment, vehicular traffic, actions
of other people including, but not limited to, participants,
volunteers, spectators, coaches, event officials, event monitors,
and/or producers of event, and lack of hydration. These risks are not
only inherent to athletics, but are also present for volunteers. I
hereby assume all of the risks of participating and/or volunteering in
this event. I realize that liability may arise from negligence or
carelessness on the part of the persons or entities being released,
from dangerous or defective equipment or property owned, maintained or
controlled by them or because of their possible liability without
fault.
I certify that I am physically fit, have sufficiently trained for
participation in the event and have not been advised otherwise by a
qualified medical person.
I acknowledge that this Accident Waiver and Release of Liability
(AWRL) form will be used by the event holders, sponsors and
organizers, in which I may participate and that it will govern my
actions and responsibilities at said events.
In consideration of my application and permitting me to participate in
this event, I hereby take action for myself, my executors,
administrators, heirs, next of kin, successors, and assigns as
follows: (A) Waive, Release and Discharge from any and all liability
for my death, disability, personal injury, property damage, property
theft or actions of any kind which may hereafter accrue to me or my
traveling to and from this event, THE FOLLOWING ENTITIES OR PERSONS:
Concerned Off-Road Bicyclists Association (CORBA), County of Los
Angeles, California Department of Parks and Recreation, State of
California and Castaic Lake State Recreation Area, their directors,
officers, employees, volunteers, representatives, and agents, the
event holders, event sponsors, event directors, event volunteers; (B)
Indemnify and Hold Harmless the entities and persons mentioned in this
paragraph from any and all liabilities or claims made by other
individuals or entities as a result of any of my actions during this
event.
I hereby consent to receive medical treatment which may be deemed
advisable in the event of injury, accident and/or illness during this
event.
I understand that at this event or related activities, I may be
photographed. I agree to allow my photo, video or film likeness to be
used for any legitimate purpose by the event holders, producers,
sponsors, organizers and assigns.
This AWRL shall be construed broadly to provide a release and waiver
to the maximum extent permissible under applicable law.
I hereby certify that I have read this document; and I understand its
content.
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