Black Mountain Myco-Bash Conduct Agreement
Attendees of the 2024 Black Mountain Myco-Bash foray agree to treat one another and all organizers, foray leaders, vendors, YMCA Blue Ridge Assembly staff and representatives with respect and decorum.
Attendees agree to respect the environmental, historical and social sensitivity of the area by respecting all rules put in place by foray leaders, Blue Ridge Assembly staff, and forest officials, which may vary according to individual foray site stipulated rules and regulations.
It is important to note that Black Mountain Myco-Bash attendees are here to collect and study Fungi. It is vital that attendees honor these relationships by adhering to the stipulated collection and conduct rules.
Collecting permits (If available), cover the collection of Fungi only and do not extend to the collection of any other wildlife, including plants and animals.
Black Mountain Myco-Bash Attendee Liability Waiver, Release and Promise Not to Sue
By signing the form below, I hereby state that I understand there is some risk in participating in the Black Mountain Myco-Bash including, but not limited to, the following: risks one assumes by being away from home, risks associated with walking about in natural areas, risks involved in eating wild mushrooms, risks of losing personal property by theft or misplacement as well as all other anticipated and unexpected risks. However, by registering for and attending the Black Mountain Myco-Bash, I agree to assume total responsibility during this event for my own safety and well-being and that of any minor children under my care, and for the protection of my and their personal property.
Having read and understood the above paragraph I, therefore, do hereby release the Asheville Mushroom Club (AMC), Mushroom Club of Georgia (MCG) and South Carolina Upstate Mycological Society (SCUMS) and its trustees, officers, employees, contractors, and any other persons assisting in the planning and execution of the Black Mountain Myco-Bash, taking place at the YMCA Blue Ridge Assembly in Black Mountain, NC, from September 6 to September 8, 2024, from liability for any sickness, injury or other loss that I or any minor children under my care may experience during the duration of the Black Mountain Myco-Bash or as a result of attending and participating in the event.
I further promise not to file a lawsuit or make a claim against any of the persons occupying the positions listed above, even if they negligently cause me or my minor children injury or loss.
Finally, I agree to hold those mentioned above harmless from any liability that may be incurred as a result of any damages done to the YMCA Blue Ridge Assembly, or event related properties or participating locations, which I may cause during the duration of the Black Mountain Myco-Bash.
I hereby acknowledge that signing this release and promise is part of the consideration I give in order to be allowed to register and participate in the Black Mountain Myco-Bash. I understand that signing this form affects my legal rights. I intend it to apply not only to me but to anyone who may have the right to make a claim on my behalf.