I understand that, with respect to the Maplewood Rock & Gem Club’s hosted field trips in the State of Washington, it is made known that all are  “at your own risk” trips. With all rock-hounding activities there are inherent risks of bodily injury and/or property damage.  By submitting the Field Trip Sign-Up Form, I acknowledge that this is a voluntary participation trip and all risks are assumed by me for myself and my dependents.

I agree to accept responsibility for such risks and hold the Maplewood Rock & Gem Club’s officers, directors, representatives and officials harmless from any claim of bodily injury or property damage during the field trip on  It is further understood that the Maplewood Rock & Gem Club’s officers, directors, representatives and officials make no warranty as to the safety or success of my rock- hounding trip.

In the event that the Maplewood Rock & Gem Club is held responsible for damages done by or to me and my dependents, I agree to indemnify Maplewood Rock & Gem Club in full.

In addition, by submitting the Field Trip Sign-up Form, I have read, understand, and agree to the Department of Wildlife’s Fish and Gold Pamphlet , the Rockhounds’ Code of Ethics, and the hiking Difficulty Classification System.