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Nocturnal Animals Night Walk- Aug 25

2022 Elbow Lake Family Night

Event Date: August 25th, 2022 | Event Time: 7:30pm

Event Location: Elbow Lake Environmental Education Centre
1500 Hewlett-Packard Lane
Perth Road Village, ON K0H 2L0

Our family night event will run from 7:30 pm until 9:00 pm.

Learn more about our other Family Night Events on our website.

Optional Cabin Rental

As part of our Family Night events, families have the opportunity to stay overnight in one of our cabins. Cabin check-in is on Thursday between 4:30 pm and 7:00 pm and check out is at 9:30 am on Friday.

The Cabins

All identical, each cabin is serviced with electricity for light and baseboard heat. Each cabin has a sitting area, as well as a non-serviced kitchen area with a full-sized fridge with freezer, as well as countertop, cupboards and shelves. Cabins have two bedrooms, one with a double bed and the other with a single bed bunked over a double bed. In addition, a pull-out single cot is available. While the maximum occupancy of each cabin is set at six persons, recommended occupancy is a comfortable 3-4 people/cabin.

The Facility

At the centre of the ELEEC facility is the Pavilion, a common space housing a fully-equipped self-use kitchen, dining/meeting space, and washrooms with showers. Registered guests are also welcome to cook on the propane BBQ outside the building.

Recreation

From exploring the property’s 8 km of pedestrian trails; to fishing on the lake; to socializing around the campfire at the communal firepit (firewood $8/bag); to canoeing, there are many opportunities for guests during their stay.

For any other questions, please contact us.

You can also refer to our user guide for more information about the facility and staying overnight.

Contact Information

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*First Name

*Last Name

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Special Requirements
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Family Night Registration

Please select one of the following registration types:

Yes, I/we would like to attend this family night

Optional Cabin Rental

Cabin Rental - $75 (+HST)
This includes the rental of an entire cabin. Cabins include a living space and two bedrooms. One bedroom contains a double bed, the other bedroom contains a single bunk over a double bunk. These cabins sleep up to five people.

Yes

Waiver

Elements of Risk
Certain HAZARDS, DANGERS, and RISK of INJURY are inherent during this EVENT, which may be beyond the control of Queen’s and Queen’s staff or volunteers at the EVENT, including those at QUBS, these may include injuries resulting from: failure to properly use any piece of equipment or from the mechanical failure of any piece of equipment; being struck by other participants, spectators, equipment or vehicles; malfunctioning structures and equipment; vigorous physical exertion and strenuous cardiovascular activities; failure to follow directions from those in charge of the EVENT; and, loss of personal property (e.g. bags, other valuables). The HAZARDS, DANGERS, and RISK of INJURY of this EVENT can include, but are not limited to those items set out in APPENDIX A to this Form.

Disclaimer
The Board of Trustees of Queen’s University at Kingston, its officers, directors, agents, contractors, employees, volunteers, members and representatives of the EVENT, which includes but is not limited to all those at QUBS (all hereafter collectively referred to as “theReleasees”) are not responsible for any injury, death, loss or damage of any kind sustained by any person while participating in the activities/events as stated above (the “EVENT”) or in activities related to the EVENT including injury, loss or damage which might be caused by the Negligence of the Releasees.

Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims And Indemnity

In consideration of the Releasees allowing me or my child (as applicable) to voluntarily participate in the EVENT, I hereby agree as follows:

I RELEASE AND WAIVE as against the Releasees any and all claims, demands, lawsuits, or actions of any other kind, for losses, liabilities, damages, injuries including death, costs, expenses including legal fees and disbursements, and any other liability of any kind including negligence, arising out of or in connection with my or my child’s (as applicable) participation in the EVENT as described above and in Appendix A.
I hereby indemnify and hold the Releasees harmless from any and all losses, liabilities, damages, injuries, claims, demands, lawsuits, costs, expenses including legal fees and disbursements, and any other liability of any kind including negligence, breach of contract or breach of any statutory or other duty of care, including any duty of care owed under the Occupiers Liability Act, RSO 1990 c.o.2., as amended, on the part of the Releasees, arising out of or in connection with my or my child’s (as applicable) voluntary participation in the EVENT.
This document is governed by the laws of the Province of Ontario and federal laws of Canada applicable therein. My agreement herein survives termination of my or my child’s participation (as applicable) in the EVENT. This document cannot be modified except in writing by Queen’s and no oral modification or interpretation is valid.
My agreement enures to the benefit of and is binding upon me, my heirs, next of kin, executors, administrators, representatives, successors and assigns.
Acknowledgement: By signing below, I am not relying upon any oral or written representations or statements made by the Releasees other than what is set forth in this document.

I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD THIS DOCUMENT IN ITS ENTIRETY AND I AM AWARE THAT BY VOLUNTARILY SIGNING BELOW I AM WAIVING CERTAIN LEGAL RIGHTS WHICH I OR MY HEIRS, NEXT OF KIN, EXECUTORS, ADMINISTRATORS AND ASSIGNS MAY HAVE AGAINST THE RELEASEES.

CONSENT TO PARTICIPATE***

I have read and understand the risks associated with participating in the EVENT and freely agree to participate in the EVENT and to voluntarily assume all risks, dangers and hazards resulting therefrom. I understand that I am solely responsible for my own health, medical, dental, and property insurance.

***IF PARTICIPANT IS UNDER 18 YEARS OF AGE:

I am the parent or legal guardian of a participant under the age of 18 and I have read and understand the risks associated with the EVENT and hereby consent to my child’s participation in the EVENT and to his/her voluntary assumption all risks, dangers and hazards resulting therefrom. I understand that I am solely responsible for health, medical, dental, and property insurance covering my child.

I have read this document carefully and I acknowledge my responsibilities and the effect of this liability waiver.
Typing my name below acts as my signature.

Photographic Waiver
I/We grant permission for images of the PARTICIPANT that may be captured during the EVENT (by video / photo / digital recording / etc.) to be used by Queen’s University at Kingston (“Queen’s”), including by the Queen’s University Biological Station (“QUBS”) on its website, in is social media marketing, and in printed materials, for promotional purpose.

APPENDIX A

POTENTIAL HAZARDS, DANGERS, and RISK of INJURY inherent during this EVENT

(This IS NOT, and is NOT INTENDED TO BE an exhaustive list)

Extreme heat:

• In the summer months, consequences to visitors can include heat stroke, exhaustion, head-aches, sunburns; episodes of light headedness, fainting, chest discomfort, leg cramps, nausea and fatigue. Signs of excessive heat must be reported and never ignored. Every PARTICIPANT should bring sun protection such as sunscreen, a hat, etc.

Dehydration:

• Visitors will be outside and active much of the day. There is a risk of dehydration, resulting in headaches, episodes of light headedness, fainting, chest discomfort, leg cramps, nausea and fatigue if inadequate amounts of water are consumed. Every PARTICIPANT should bring adequate water

Hypothermia:

• Visitors may experience cool, wet days

• Without proper clothing, there is a risk of hypothermia

• A boat could be capsized and visitors or staff could spend some time in the water, resulting in cold wet clothes. Every PARTICIPANT should bring a dry changes of clothes

Extreme cold:

• In the winter months, consequences to visitors can include frostnip, frostbite, and if symptoms are ignored, excessive loss of body heat can lead to hypothermia. Every PARTICIPANT should wear proper winter clothing

Rough & slippery terrain:

• The terrain at Elbow Lake is rugged, often with loose debris or exposed wet rock. The terrain can be steep, uneven or slippery, with branches, rocks, or other obstacles present risks of slipping and falling that may result in bone and muscular skeletal injury, such as breaks, sprains and strains, or broken limbs, concussion or spinal cord injuries

Additional Registrants

To register additional family members, click the 'Additional Registrant' button below.

Additional Registrant

Attendee Details

Please list the total number of adults and children that will be attending.

Adults

Children

Payment Options

HST # 10786 8705 RT0001

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HST 13%:

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Deposit:

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You will be prompted to enter card details after submitting this registration.

Questions?
If you have any questions, please contact Emily Verhoek at 613-464-9559 or [email protected].

Cancellations and Refunds Policy
Registration cancellation can be done at any time.

If you need to cancel your cabin rental, refunds less a $5 cancellation fee are available until 48 hours before the event. After that time, refunds will not be provided.

Privacy: Personal information in connection with this form is collected under the authority of The Queen’s Royal Charter of 1841 as amended and will be used for the purpose of administering your participation in the Event/event and related purposes. If you have any questions about the collection, use and disclosure of your personal information by Queen’s University, please contact: Queen’s University, Records Management and Privacy Office, Suite F300 Mackintosh-Corry Hall, 68 University Avenue, Kingston, Ontario, K7L 3N6, 613-533-6095