I understand that running a road race is a potentially hazardous activity. I should not enter the run unless I am medically able and properly trained. I agree to abide by any decision of a race official to my ability to safely compete the run. I assume all risks associated with running in the event including, but not limited to; falls, contact with other participants, the effects of the weather including heat, cold, humidity, traffic, conditions of the roads or trails, and all such risks being known and appreciated by me. Having read this waver and knowing these facts and in consideration of the acceptance of my entry, I, for myself and anyone entitled to act on my behalf, waive and release the Tidewater Striders, South Hampton Roads YMCA, the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia Beach Parks and Recreation, RRCA, race officials, volunteers and all sponsors, their representatives and successors from all claims or liabilities of any kind arising from my participation in this event. I grant permission to all of the forgoing to use any photographs, motion pictures, recordings or any other record of this event for any legitimate purpose. I understand that skate boards, baby joggers, roller blades, head phones and dogs on leashes are not allowed in this race and I will abide by these guidelines.  In consideration of you accepting this entry,
I recognize, intend and understand that this release is binding on my heirs, executors, administrators, or assignees.

In the event of an illness, injury or medical emergency arising during the event I hereby authorize and give my consent to the Event Director to secure from any accredited hospital, clinic and/ or physician any treatment deemed necessary for my immediate care. I agree that I will be fully responsible for payment of any and all medical services and treatment rendered to me including but not limited to medical transport, medications, treatment and hospitalization.

By submitting this entry, I acknowledge (or a parent or adult guardian for all children under 18 years) having read and agreed to the above release and waiver.