Assumption of risk: I understand that running/biking a race is a potentially hazardous activity. I should not enter and run/bike unless I am medically able and properly trained. I agree to abide by any decision of a race official relative to my ability to safely complete the run/bike. I assume all risks associated with running/biking in the event including, but not limited to: falls, contact with other participants, the effects of weather, all such risks being known and appreciated by me. Having read this waiver and knowing these facts, and in consideration of acceptance of my entry: I hereby, myself, my heirs, executors, administrators, waive and release any and all rights and claims for damages I may have against USA Track and Field, race sponsors, their agents, representatives, successors, and assign for any and all injuries suffered by me on the way to take part in the race, during the race, and leaving the scene of the race. I also give permission to the above named parties to: (a) photograph me, use, re-use, publish and re-publish the same in whole or in part, individually or in conjunction with other photographs, or any medium and for any purpose whatsoever, including (but not by way of limitation) illustration, promotion, advertising and trade, and (b) use my name in conjunction therewith if the race sponsor and/or State of Vermont so chooses. I hereby release and discharge the race sponsor and/or State of Vermont from any and all claims and demands arising out of or in connection with the use of the photographs, including any and all claims for libel. This authorization and release shall also transfer to the benefit of the legal representatives, licensees and assigns of the State of Vermont.