KENSINGTON METROPARK
2240
248-685-1561 or 800-477-3178
HORSE TRAIL RIDING PERMIT
NAME: _________________________________________________________________ TAG #: ________________________
ADDRESS:
HOME PHONE: (______)______________________________ WORK PHONE: (______)_____________________________
EMERGENCY CONTACT: ___________________________________ PHONE: (______)______________________________
Would you be willing to work with the trails committee on the development and maintenance of the trail system?
YES ________ NO _________.
To ride in Kensington Metropark, the rider must affix their personal registration tag to the left side of the horse’s bridle for recognition by the Park Police Officers. This requirement will be strictly enforced.
All vehicles entering the Horse Staging Area will require either a day or annual Metropark Vehicle Permit. These are obtainable at the Park Office or tollbooth. Current fees are: $4.00 per vehicle or the annual Metropark permits are $20.00.
Kensington Metropark has developed a limited horseback riding trail system to determine how this activity will blend with many activities that now occur in the park. The continuation of the riding program will rely on the safe and conscientious use of the trails by all riders. Listed below are the rules and regulations, which each rider needs to follow.
HORSE TRAIL RULES AND REGULATIONS
1. Horses must remain on established
trails. Horses are limited to designated trails north of
Park Route #1, south
to the
designated trails only. Riders found in other areas will be escorted out of the park.
2. Horses may NOT ride
on/in park roads, beach areas, picnic areas, Nature Study Area,
Camp sites and/or service center areas.
3. Riders must not chase or harass wildlife.
4. The cleaning of horse trailers is NOT permitted in the staging area.
5. Any injuries sustained while in the Metropark must be reported to Park Police as soon as possible. (Contact the
Park Office).
6. Riders are encouraged to report trail problems to the Kensington Metropark Office.
7. Riders are expected to comply with HCMA Rules and Regulations regarding preservation of property, fires,
alcoholic beverages, dogs, disposal of refuse, etc. A complete listing of rules may be obtained at the Park Office.
8. Riders will be held liable for damage to park property.
9. Respect the property of the park’s neighbors - ride only on designated park trails.
10. During periods of snow cover, riding is only permitted on the portion of the trail from the Staging Area to
the
periods of ground thaw.
11. It is the responsibility of each rider to maintain control of the horse at all times. Carelessness, or disregard for other
park users will cause a loss of riding privileges in the park.
12. DOGS ARE NOT ALLOWED ON THE HORSE TRAILS.
KENSINGTON METROPARK
2240
248-685-1561 or 800-477-3178
INDEMNITY AND RELEASE OF ALL CLAIMS
Relating to
HORSE-MOUNTED USE OF H.C.M.A. METROPARKS
The Undersigned person, (FILL IN NAME) _____________________________________ has applied to the Huron-Clinton Metropolitan Authority (the “Authority”) for permission to ride on horseback over portions of Kensington Metropark (the “Park”), a park maintained by the Authority. The undersigned personally understands that the Park was not developed for the purpose of accommodating horse-mounted activities and that (A) no assurances can be given by the Authority as to the suitability of any portion of the park for such use, including the absence of pits, holes, traveled roadways, debris, fences, wires, brush, low tree limbs, and other conditions of terrain or vegetation likely to prove hazardous to horse-mounted activities, and (B) no responsibility can be assumed by the Authority for any adverse consequence of horse-mounted activities in the park. Accordingly, the undersigned DOES HEREBY RELEASE, ABSOLVE, AND FORGIVE the Authority of each and every claim, complaint, liability, penalty, damage, suit, judgement loss, cost or expense (collectively “Claims;” each Individually, a “Claim”) arising out of, connected with or in any way related to the undersigned person’s entry, presence or movement upon or within the Park while mounted on horseback or leading or in actual or nominal possession, charge or control of a horse, either singly or in company with others (collectively “Mounted Entries”, each Individually, a “Mounted Entry”) including any and all claims pertaining to a personal injury or death of the undersigned and/or injury to or destruction of any horse or other personal property; and the undersigned person further DOES HEREBY AGREE TO DEFEND, INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS THE AUTHORITY from and against any and all Claims (including Claims for personal injury or death, or for injury to or destruction of animals or property) of any third party or parties, including specifically members of any group with which the undersigned is affiliated and any other person, estate or legal entity, arising out of, connected with or in any way related to any Mounted Entry on the part of the undersigned. This indemnification shall apply to all Claims asserted against or imposed upon the Authority Individually, jointly and severally, concurrently, or alternatively whether or not together with any other person or persons, including the undersigned. The various provisions, assurances and undertakings of release and indemnity herein given to the Authority by the undersigned shall be renewed upon each and every Mounted Entry by the undersigned, irrespective of the lapse of time after the date hereof.
I have read and understand the horse trails rules and regulations. I realize that my continuing use of the trails is contingent upon my compliance with all of the rules and regulations listed herein.
Date: ___________________________________________
Signed: _________________________________________
(Parent or Guardian if rider is Minor under Age 18.)
THIS IS A SERIOUS RELEASE! PLEASE READ BEFORE YOU SIGN.
The Kensington Trail Riders Association
Indemnity and Release of All Liability
I, ___________________________ the undersigned, wish to participate in The Kensington Trail Riders Association event, scheduled on ______________ I understand that during portions of this event I will be in close proximity to one or more horses under circumstances which may expose me to some risk of injury, because of the nature of horses, the facility, and the activities in which I will be engaged.
In consideration of The Kensington Trail Rider Association allowing my participation in this event, I, on behalf of myself, and my heirs, administrators, personal representatives, assigns and children and spouse, if any, do hereby agree to hold harmless, release and discharge The Kensington Trail Riders which includes its officers, directors, members, agents, representatives, affiliates and insurers, of and from all claims, demands, causes of action and legal liability whether known or unknown, anticipated or unanticipated, due to the ordinary negligence of The Kensington Trail Riders Association. I shall not bring any claims, demands, legal actions or causes of action against The Kensington Trail Riders Association for any damage or loss due to bodily injury, death or property damage arising out of my participation in this event.
NOTICE: Please read this form before signing. Signing this document affirms that you have read it and understand it in its entirety.
WARNING
The Equine Activity Liability
laws of the State of
____________________________________ ______________________
Signature of Participant Date
____________________________________ ______________________
Signature of Parent or Guardian(If participant is a minor.) Date
Please print, read, sign and send to: Jill Miller, 2351 Shagbark, Milford, MI 48380