New England Regional Ski For Light
                     AGREEMENT AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY

(This form is to be signed by every visually impaired person, guide,
volunteer or any other participant associated with this Regional Activity).

I,                , wish to participate in the Activity being
provided, organized, or sponsored by New England Regional Ski For Light.

I understand that Nordic skiing, hiking, canoeing, snowshoeing and any other 
activities sponsored by New England Regional Ski for Light are HAZARDOUS activities,
which include falling and other risks, and that injuries are common. I understand 
that the sport of Nordic skiing and the use of Nordic ski equipment, hiking, canoeing,
snowshoeing and other activities sponsored by NERSFL involve a risk of injury to any 
and all parts of this participant's body. I hereby agree to freely
and expressly ASSUME and accept any and all RISKS of injury while
participating in the above mentioned recreational activities. (Initial: ___)

I understand that the Nordic ski-boot-binding system does not release and
does not reduce the risk of injuries to the user. Prior to participating, I
will fully inspect the ski-boot-binding system after being instructed in
its proper use. I will not use any equipment until I find it satisfactory
and any questions I have about it have been fully and satisfactorily
answered.

I agree that I will release New England Regional Ski For Light, Ski For Light, Inc. and
their officers, directors, employees, members, volunteers and agents from
any and all responsibility or liability for injuries or damages to this
participant in this activity, whether or not such injuries or damages
result from NEGLIGENCE, products liability, terrain, collision,
instruction, guiding, transportation or housing of this participant, or
from any other cause. I agree NOT to make a claim against or sue these
organizations or individuals for any reason whatsoever. (Initial: ___)

I have carefully read this agreement and release of liability, or had it
read to me, and fully understand its contents. I am aware that this is a
release of liability and a contract and I accept its terms and sign it of
my own free will.

Participant: ______________________     Date:

                           CONSENT FOR TREATMENT

In the event that I should for any reason require any medical or surgical
treatment and/or medication during the course of attendance at or
participation in New England Regional Ski For Light, I authorize such physician or
medical staff as New England Regional Ski For Light may appoint or designate to 
carry out the necessary treatment, or to take me to the emergency room of the
nearest hospital, and I further authorize the hospital and its medical
staff to provide the treatment deemed necessary by them for my well-being.

Participant: ______________________     Date:

I have read the above agreement and release of liability and consent to
treatment to the participant:

Witness: ______________________         Date:

This agreement and release of liability and consent to treatment form is
applicable during the event, including travel to and from the event.  It is in 
force for one year from the date of signature.