National Trails Day-Southern Zig-zag Hike

In registering for this SMC program , I hereby release and agree to hold the SMC, its volunteers, staff and Board of Trustees, harmless from and waive on behalf of myself, my heirs, and any personal representatives any and all causes of action, claims, demands, damages, costs, expenses and compensation for damage or loss to myself and/or property that may be caused by any act, or failure to act, in this SMC activity, or that may otherwise arise in any way in connection with any other SMC activity. I understand that this release discharges the SMC from any liability or claim that I, my heirs, or any personal representatives, may have against the SMC with respect to any bodily injury, illness, death, medical treatment, or property damage that may arise from, or in connection to, any SMC program. This liability waiver and release extends to the SMC along with Essex County and its staff and any other affiliated organization or SMC partner. By registering for this event I understand and allow that my picture may be used on social media and/or for marketing purposes.

Please come to the starting point 10 minutes ahead of time so the hike can start promptly. Times are our best estimates; they can vary depending on conditions, and the size and pace of a group. If you have any questions, call the leader. Steady rain cancels, but intermittent drizzle does not. You will not be notified. Bring water. During the spring season, wear hiking boots, preferably waterproof with good soles and traction devices and bring poles (optional). For directions to starting locations, go to https://www.somocon.org/about-the-reservation/maps-of-locations/. Note: Dogs are not allowed on hikes unless specified.

These hikes are publicized first to SMC members and then advertised to the public one week before a hike. There is a limit of 25 participants, so pre-registration is required at least two days before a hike to sign the liability waiver online and allow lists to be sent to hike leaders. If you have registered and then find you cannot attend, please cancel your order online. Repeated no shows without prior cancellation will result in removal from list.

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• Refrain from risky activity that could result in injury.

• If fully vaccinated (i.e., two weeks have passed since the last required vaccination): a mask and social distancing are not necessary.

• If not fully vaccinated:

1. Wear a face covering when I cannot maintain physical distancing, especially in parking lots and at the trailhead.
2. Keep a distance of 6 feet or more from others on the trail, or while working on tasks.
3. Alert others as you’re about to pass, or step aside to let people pass at a safe social distance..

I am in good health and attest that I:

• Am not experiencing any symptoms of illness such as cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fever, chills, repeated shaking with chills, muscle pain, headache, sore throat, or new loss of taste or smell.

• Within the last 14 days, have not traveled internationally or to a state designated by the state of NJ requiring a quarantine.

• Do not believe I have been exposed to someone with a suspected and/or confirmed case of the novel coronavirus/COVID-19.
• Have not been diagnosed with the novel coronavirus/COVID-19 and not yet cleared as noncontagious by state or local public health authorities.
• Am following all CDC recommended guidelines and limiting my exposure to the novel coronavirus/COVID-19.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Bramhall Terrace, Crest Drive, Maplewood, United States