I want to participate in this athletic event. I assume all risks of running in the woods. I hereby for myself, my heirs, executors, and administrators hereby release and hold harmless The Pekin Park District, The City of Pekin, The United States Government, The State of Illinois, the event committee and persons associated with the event, sponsors, all event officials, and all medical volunteers and other personnel assisting with the event, and their agents and representatives from any and all claims, liabilities, rights or causes of action of whatsoever kind or nature, including but not limited to those arising from negligence on the part of any of the aforementioned persons or entities, for damages for any and all injuries to me or my property, or for damage caused by me or by anyone else (including Acts of God), in connection with participating in the event. I know that running a trail race is a potentially hazardous activity. I certify I am medically able and properly trained for this event. I agree to abide by any decision of a race official relative to my ability to safely complete the run. I assume all risks associated with competing in this event. I also know that issues may arise including but not limited to falls, contact with other participants, the effects of the weather, including high heat and/or humidity, snow, rain, extreme cold, and the conditions of the trail, all such risks being known and appreciated by me. I also understand that running this ultra-marathon can result in a heart attack or death.