Legalities
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Legal Disclaimer
Okinawa Hash House Harriers (Okinawa H3) is a community organization that organizes non-competitive running, walking, and social events. We are a social group focused on fun, fitness, and camaraderie. As a member or visitor of Okinawa H3, you should understand and adhere to the guidelines and rules set by the organization for participating in our activities.
Understanding Our Guidelines
Our guidelines and rules are designed to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all participants. By engaging with Okinawa H3, you are entering a social and physical activity environment that requires mutual respect and understanding. It is important for all participants to familiarize themselves with our guidelines to maintain a positive and inclusive community.
What to Expect
Our community events may involve running, walking, and other physical activities in outdoor settings. Participants should expect variations in terrain and weather conditions. By joining our events, you acknowledge the inherent risks associated with outdoor activities and agree to take full responsibility for your own safety.
Liability Waiver and Disclaimer
Legal Disclaimer
The Okinawa Hash House Harriers (OH3) is a loosely organized group of individuals who engage in hashing, which often involves running or walking across various terrains, including the jungle, ocean, rivers, streets, fields, and forests. Participants in OH3 events acknowledge that hashing carries inherent risks, which may include injuries, loss, or other damages and death.
Non-Liability
OH3 is an informal, non-incorporated association that operates on a not-for-profit basis. Participation in any OH3 event is entirely voluntary, and members and guests assume all risks associated with the activities. OH3 does not provide insurance coverage for participants or third parties.
Duty of Care
While OH3 committee members and all participants are mindful of the safety and well-being of fellow hashers, OH3 does not accept any liability or responsibility for any injury, loss, or damage sustained during any of its events. Dog owners must control their pets at all times.
Any injury or damage caused by a dog is the sole responsibility of the dog owner.
Conduct Guidelines
Participants are expected to act within their physical limits, to drink responsibly, and to look out for one another. Harassment, drug use, and other illegal or inappropriate behaviors are strictly prohibited. Participants should also understand that hashing humor can be rough but should avoid causing distress to others.
Acknowledgment of Risk
By participating in any OH3 event, individuals agree to this waiver, understanding that they are solely responsible for their own safety and actions. OH3 does not accept liability for any injuries, accidents, death or damages incurred during or after any events. Participants expressly waive their right to pursue any legal claims against OH3, its organizers, members, or affiliated parties.
Conclusion
If you attend an OH3 event, you agree to these terms and undertake not to hold the organizers, any affiliated individuals, or the property owners responsible for any injuries, loss or mishaps. If you are unwilling to accept these terms, please do not participate. Again you agree not to hold us liable.
Conduct Guidelines
As a participant, you agree to the following:
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Know Your Limits: Don’t push beyond your physical capabilities on the trail, whether running or navigating challenging terrain.
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Drink Responsibly: Keep your alcohol consumption within your limits to ensure your safety and the safety of others.
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Look Out for Fellow Hashers: If you notice someone struggling on the trail or becoming overly intoxicated, help them out or inform someone who can assist. If someone is being harassed or appears uncomfortable, step in or notify others.
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Avoid Altercations: Remember that even minor confrontations can lead to police involvement in Japan. Stay calm and avoid conflicts.
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Respect Boundaries: Do not engage in sexual harassment. If someone expresses discomfort with your behavior, stop immediately. Also, be vigilant about others’ well-being. Remember, nakedness does not imply consent.
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Say No to Drugs: Do not bring, use, or distribute drugs at our events, and never give substances to anyone without their knowledge and consent.
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Be Mindful with Humor: While our humor may be blunt, irreverent and not politically correct, it’s important to recognize when it crosses the line for someone and to ease up accordingly.
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Terms of Use
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Changes to Terms
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Use of the Site
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Intellectual Property Rights
Our guidelines and rules are designed to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all participants. By engaging with Okinawa H3, you are entering a social and physical activity environment that requires mutual respect and understanding. It is important for all participants to familiarize themselves with our guidelines to maintain a positive and inclusive community.
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Photo Consent
Before attending your first Okinawa Hash House Harriers Event, please sign the Photo Consent form Electronically, here.
I, [Nerd Name aka Hash Name ] (the “Releasor”), , grant permission and give my consent to Okinawa Hash House harriers (the “Releasee”) for the use of the following photograph(s) or electronic media images as identified below for presentation under any legal use:
☐ I permit any and all photos of me to be used anywhere on OH3-owned media (Public Facebook page, 2.0 page, Messenger, IG)
☐ I permit only photos *without* nudity to be posted on all OH3-owned media (Public Facebook page, 2.0 page, IG, messenger)
☐ I permit my photos to only be used on private OH3-owned media (2.0 page, messenger)
☐ I do not want photos of me published anywhere
☐ I have a special case not listed here (please contact the GM)
Revocation (check one)
☐ - I understand that with my authorization below the photograph(s) may never be revoked.
☐ - I understand that I may revoke this authorization at any time by notifying the Webmeister in writing. The revocation will not affect any actions taken before the receipt of this written notification. Images will be stored in a secure location and only authorized staff will have access to them. They will be kept as long as they are relevant and after that time destroyed or archived.