New York State Ski Racing Association - Nordic, Inc
2004 - 2005 Membership Application
Each individual family member must fill out a separate form. All family members must use the same mailing address.

|__| Renewal - NYSSRA Number |__|__|__|__|                           |__| New

Last Name___________________ First___________ MI_____

Street Address_________________________ Town__________ State ____ Zip+4 ______-____

Phone (______)__________________________     Sex: M F        Date of Birth ____/____/____

e-mail address (optional) ____________________________________
PLEASE INDICATE: I would like to receive my newsletter (check one) via:   |__| regular mail (paper)   |__| e-mail only.
The newsletter will be posted to the website.  E-mail notices will be sent to those who request it.
AGE DIVISION: (check one):   |__| Youth (BKYSL)    |__| Scholastic (high school)     |__| Open     |__| Masters
INTERESTS: |__|Biathlon |__|Cross Country |__|Jumping |__|Nordic Combined |__|Ski Orienteering |__|Telemark

Each member must complete the waiver and release of liability below.

In consideration for the rights and privileges associated with membership in the New York State Ski Racing Association - Nordic, Inc. I acknowledge and agree to be bound by the following:
1. Identification of Risks. I understand that participation in any skiing activity, including but not limited to, preparation for, participation in, and coaching of activities in cross country ski competitions and clinics, involve risk of serious injury, including permanent disability, death and other losses, due to inaction's or negligence of myself or others.
2. Assumption of the Risk. I agree that I am responsible for my safety while participating in activities associated with NYSSRA - Nordic, Inc., and that such responsibility includes participation only; a) when I am both physically and psychologically repaired to participate safely, b) after fully familiarizing myself with the venue before beginning the activity, and c) while using the equipment of a type and condition reasonably necessary to safely participate. I assume all risk connected with responsibility for any injury or loss connected with my participation.
3. Waiver. Aware of the risks and willing to assume them, I hereby waive, release and agree to hold harmless the New York State Ski Racing Association - Nordic, Inc., its affiliates, subsidiaries, officers, directors, employees, agents, coaches, trainers, doctors, officials, event organizers or sponsors (Released Parties) from any and all claims by me for any liability, injury, loss or damage in any way connected with my participation in activities associated with NYSSRA - Nordic, Inc., except where caused by the gross negligence or willful or wanton misconduct of any of the Released Parties. I intend for this waiver and release to also apply to any relatives, personal representatives, heirs, beneficiaries, next of kin or assigns who may pursue any legal action or claim on my behalf.
4. Insurance. I currently have, and agree to maintain throughout the time that I train and compete, valid and sufficient medical and accident insurance. I understand that this is my sole responsibility and release all persons and entitles from providing this coverage for me.

Signature:______________________________  Printed Name:__________________________________ Date _____________
For Members of Minor Age:
This is to certify that, as parent/legal guardian of this above named minor, I do hereby acknowledge and consent to his/her agreement to be bound by each of the terms and conditions identified above.
Parent/Guardian
Signature:____________________________ Parent/Guardian Printed Name:_______________________ Date _____________
Remittance:
$___________ MEMBERSHIP DUES:
YOUTH (BKYSL, age 13 or younger) $15 all year;
INDIVIDUAL $20 by December 1; $25 after;
FAMILY $40 by December 1; $45 after.
Make checks payable to NYSSRA - Nordic, Inc. and mail to: NYSSRA - Nordic, Inc., PO Box 90, Clifton Park, N Y 12065.