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Minturn Bike Park Fall Jump Jam!

September 28, 2023 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Minturn Bike Park

Riders, families, spectators…join us for the Minturn Bike Park’s first annual Fall Jump Jam!  

A few quick details:

  • Registration is required.  Please register below.
  • Open to all ages, all abilities, all bikes
  • FREE to enter
  • Jam format
  • Prizes for:  Best Whip, Best Trick, Best Style, Best Grom, Best Female Rider, Highest Bunny Hop, Strider Race
  • Grassroots:  This event’s intention is to be chill, low key, fun, social, and open to all.

Schedule- Thursday, September 28th:

  • 4:00pm:              Check-in
  • 4:30pm:              Bunny Hop Competition 
  • 5:00pm:              Strider Race 
  • 5:00 – 7:00pm: Jump Jam 
  • 7:00pm:             Awards immediately following

2023 Minturn Bike Park Fall Jump Jam FAQ

What is the event?

Town of Minturn and VVMTA are proud to announce the Minturn Bike Park’s first Fall Jump Jam. This is something we’ve wanted to do since the bike park opened its doors 3 years ago, and we’re really excited to finally be able to make it happen. The goal of this event is to bring the community together around a couple of things we all love… fun, and the bike park! 

What can I expect at the event?

Did we mention fun already? That’s number one. More specifically, you can expect a couple of different smaller events. The headliner is the Jump Jam, but we’ll also have a Strider Race for the little ones (4 & Under), and a bunny hop competition (details below) that will be open to anyone. 

How does a Jump Jam work?

They’re all different, but we’re running ours in an open jam format. That means that everyone who wants to participate can ride as much or as little as they want from 5-7pm. We’ll have some secret judges watching everyone ride, and at the end of the jam sesh the judges will get together and decide who deserves to win each category. Basically, you just ride with your buddies, have as much fun as you can, and maybe you’ll win a prize.

Who is the event for?

This event is open to anyone who wants to come participate, or spectate. No restrictions on age, ability or type of bike. If you like to ride jumps, we want you there. The only restriction will be for the strider race which will be open to anyone under 4yrs old. 

What are the rules?

Respect gets respect. We don’t have a ton of rules for this event, but there will be a lot of people using a finite amount of space both on the jumps and in the park as a whole, and we will all need to respect each other to avoid any problems. Here are a few guidelines…

  • Don’t cut anyone off if they’re about to drop into a line 
  • Don’t ever walk up the jumps while people are riding
  • If you’re in the jumps and you can’t see the start zone, you’re in danger of getting hit
  • If you take a spill, get yourself and your bike out of the way asap
  • Help each other out!
  • If you’re planning a dope transfer line, make sure you’re aware of traffic on both lines
  • Groms are the future, be cool to them 
  • Set good examples

The standard Minturn Bike Park rules also apply which can be found here.

What are the prizes?

Don’t expect anything life changing like a house or a car. This is the humble beginnings of what we hope will eventually be an event on everyone’s calendar. For now you can expect things like gift cards to local Minturn businesses, and some bike related swag. 

Do I need to register?

Yes, we’d love for you to register. Registering online ahead of time is awesome. Like, really awesome. If you can’t manage that we’ll have registration on site too, but just give the online registration a shot. 

Registration is required.  Please register below.

What is the schedule?

Ish… We’ll roll with the punches day as we go, but this is what we’re aiming for…

  • 4:00pm:              Check-in
  • 4:30pm:              Bunny Hop Competition 
  • 5:00pm:              Strider Race 
  • 5:00 – 7:00pm: Jump Jam 
  • 7:00pm:             Awards immediately following

The jumps are most awesome in the last hour or so of the day, so depending on exactly when the sun goes behind Meadow Mountain we may adjust the timing of the Jam accordingly. 

Will there be food/drink on-site?

We’re working on getting a food truck out there for the evening, but don’t count on it. There are a few great restaurants in Minturn 5 minutes or less from the bike park. There won’t be any beverage sales. 


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Acknowledgement and Assumption of Risks and Releases, Indemnity Agreement, & COVID-19 Agreement - VVMTA

Vail Valley Mountain Trails Alliance: Acknowledgment and Assumption of Risks and Release & Indemnity Agreement

For all adult or minor volunteers
All Volunteer Activities/Projects: January 1, 2023 – December 31, 2023

INTRODUCTION:
Please read this entire Acknowledgment and Assumption of Risks & Release and Indemnity Agreement (hereafter “Document”) carefully before signing. The volunteer (hereafter “volunteer”) must sign this Document. If volunteer is under 18 yrs. of age (hereafter sometimes “minor” or “child”) a parent or legal guardian (hereafter collectively “parent”) must also sign. In consideration of the services of Vail Valley Mountain Trails Alliance and its officers, directors, employees, agents, representatives and volunteers (hereafter individually and collectively “VVMTA”), the Hardscrabble Trails Coalition, the Bureau of Land Management, Town of Minturn, Town of Avon, Town of Vail, Eagle County, Community of EagleVail, Town of Gypsum, and USFS – White River NF, Eagle-Holy Cross Ranger District (hereafter “Project Partner”) in allowing volunteer to participate, I (volunteer and parent of a minor volunteer) acknowledge and agree as follows:

ACTIVITIES, RISKS AND ACKNOWLEDGMENT AND ASSUMPTION OF RISKS:
VVMTA service, educational, instructional, recreational and/or adventure activities that volunteer may participate in and/or assist with (whether simply attending, observing or actively participating) include risks. These activities may take place in various urban, frontcountry or backcountry locations on public or private land in Colorado and may include, but are not limited to: hiking; backpacking; camping; wading or swimming; rafting or other boating; service and work projects involving weed or plant removal, tree planting, erosion control, trail building or maintenance, historic structure preservation or other activities; sports and/or games; outdoor cooking or other chores; socializing; use of any equipment, facilities or premises and travel in vans, SUVs or other vehicles (collectively referred to in this Document as “activities”). Activities can be day or multi-day; scheduled or unscheduled; led by VVMTA paid staff or volunteer leaders (collectively “staff”), Project Partner staff, or contractors; supervised or unsupervised; and include activities undertaken during volunteer’s free and/or independent time. Volunteer (and the parent of a minor) acknowledges that the inherent and other risks, hazards and dangers (collectively referred to in this Document as “risks”) of these activities can cause injury, damage, death or other loss to volunteer or others. The parent of a minor gives permission for their child to participate in all activities and agrees to discuss the nature of these activities and risks with their child. The following describes some but not all of the risks:
Risks associated with any outdoor activity. These risks include that a volunteer may overestimate his/her abilities or fitness; be inattentive; lose control and trip or fall and/or collide with, for example, others, the ground, rocks or trees or encounter other animal/water/terrain/road/trail hazards; not understand the functioning of (or misuse) the equipment; fail to negotiate steep, uneven or difficult terrain; or experience equipment malfunction.
Work or service project risks. Participating in volunteer work or service projects can include risks associated with activities such as digging, lifting, repair, construction and clean-up, and use of tools and equipment that can cause injury resulting from use, misuse or malfunction.
Physical activity risks. Activities can involve outdoor physical activity requiring fitness and endurance, and including bending, lifting, pulling, pushing, and walking a short distance to multiple miles while carrying tools, food and other gear.
Outdoor environment risks. These risks include travel in high altitude, mountainous or wilderness terrain both on and off trail, and on land or water. Volunteer’s travel may be subject to: storms, including strong winds, rain, lightning, snow or hail; currents or whitewater; flashfloods; extremely hot, humid or cold weather or water; fast moving rivers or other water bodies; difficult stream crossings; falling or unstable rocks; falling or fallen timber; stinging, venomous or disease carrying animals, insects or microorganisms; poisonous plants; wild animals and other natural or man-made hazards. Hazards (both on land and above and below water level) may not be marked or visible and weather is unpredictable year-around.
Risks involved in judgment and decision making. VVMTA staff or others must make various judgments and decisions as they conduct activities in changing environments that are, by their nature, imprecise and subject to error. Consequently, there are risks involved in judgment and decision making, including the risk that VVMTA staff, the volunteer, a co-volunteer or other person may misjudge the volunteer’s (or others) capabilities, health or physical condition, or misjudge some aspect of instruction, work site safety, medical treatment, weather, terrain, water conditions or water level, or route location. Note: VVMTA uses volunteer leaders to assist with and lead activities. These individuals are not paid professional guides or leaders.
Personal health and participation risks. The risk that volunteer’s mental, physical or emotional condition (including use or abuse of prescription or non- prescription drugs), whether disclosed or undisclosed, known or unknown, combined with participation in these activities could result in injury, damage, death or other loss. VVMTA cannot anticipate or eliminate risks or complications posed by volunteer’s mental, physical (including fitness level) or emotional condition. VVMTA has identified “ratings” for many projects that contain general information on travel distances and other details, to assist volunteers in choosing projects. Volunteers (and parent/s of minors) assume full responsibility for selecting projects/programs based upon this or other information, and their own understanding of volunteer’s mental, physical and emotional condition. Note: I, in consultation with my/my child’s medical care provider, should consider carefully whether VVMTA activities are appropriate for me/my child before the start of the project. I further agree to bring (or send with my minor child) first aid supplies recommended by my/my child’s medical care provider for my/my child’s personal use, including those to counteract potential serious allergic reaction (for example, anaphylaxis resulting from allergy to bee stings).
Equipment risks. The risk that equipment used in an activity may be misused, or may break, fail or malfunction. This includes volunteer’s personal equipment, VVMTA equipment or any other equipment. Volunteer (and the parent of a minor) assume full responsibility for choosing appropriate personal gear and for its fit and condition. VVMTA or Project Partner may require or encourage safety gear for some activities and volunteers are responsible for keeping their safety gear on during these activities. Safety gear may prevent or lessen injuries in some instances; however, use of safety gear is not a guarantee of safety, and injury can occur even with the use of this gear.
Geographic location risks. VVMTA activities may take place in remote places, up to several hours from any medical facility, causing potential delays or difficulties with communication, transportation, evacuation and medical care. Although VVMTA staff or others may carry wireless communication devices while conducting activities, use of these communication devices in outdoor and/or wilderness terrain or in any location is unreliable and inconsistent.
Cooking and camping risks. Risks include gas explosion, scalding or other burns associated with tending, being near, or cooking over a gas stove or open fire, and water contamination in natural water sources. Camp sites may be subject to high winds, falling trees and/or branches, floods, wild animal invasion, and other weather-related hazards.
Risks regarding conduct. This includes the risk that volunteer or others, including third parties, may act carelessly or recklessly.
Risks associated with free time. Volunteers may have free and/or unsupervised time before, during and after the start of activities and at various other times. Unsupervised time may include free or independent time alone or with others. During all activities, all volunteers share in the responsibility for their own well-being and the well-being of the group.
Other risks that are generally associated with service, instructional, educational, recreational and/or adventure activities.
These and other risks may result in volunteers: falling partway or falling to the ground; being struck by lightning or objects; colliding with or impacting objects, people, animals or the bottom of a water body; experiencing vehicle or boat collision, capsize or rollover; getting caught or entangled in objects above or below water; reacting to high altitudes, weather conditions or increased exertion; becoming lost or disoriented; suffering gastro-intestinal complications or allergic reactions or experiencing other problems. These and other circumstances may cause heat or cold related illnesses or conditions (including hypothermia, hyperthermia, cold water immersion, frostbite or heat exhaustion/stroke), dehydration, drowning, high altitude sickness, heart or lung complications, broken bones, paralysis or other permanent disability, mental or emotional trauma, concussions, sunburn or other burns, infections, cuts or wounds or other injury, damage, death or loss.
I (volunteer and parent of a minor volunteer) agree:
to review all VVMTA program information and materials, obey all rules and policies, and understand that I may contact VVMTA if I have additional questions about these activities or the associated risks;
the information provided in this Document is not exhaustive, other unknown or unanticipated activities, risks and outcomes may exist, and VVMTA cannot assure volunteer’s safety or eliminate any of these risks;
participant is fully capable of participating without causing harm to himself/herself or others;

Volunteer is voluntarily participating in these activities with knowledge of the risks. Therefore, volunteer (and the parent of a minor) expressly assumes and accepts full responsibility for volunteer, for the inherent and other risks (both known and unknown, described above or otherwise) of these activities and for any injury, damage, death or other loss suffered by volunteer (and the parent of a minor), resulting from those risks, including the risk of volunteer’s own negligence or other misconduct.

RELEASE AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT:
Please read carefully. This Release and Indemnity Agreement contains a surrender of certain legal rights. I (adult volunteer, or parent for myself and for and on behalf of my participating minor child) agree as follows:
to release and agree not to sue VVMTA, Project Partner and each of their respective officers, directors, employees, agents, representatives, volunteers (other than the volunteer signing below), independent contractors and all other persons or entities associated with either of them (hereafter collectively “the Released Parties”) with respect to any and all claims, liabilities, suits or expenses (including attorneys’ fees and costs) (hereafter collectively “claim” or “claim/s”), for any injury, damage, death or other loss in any way connected with my/my child’s enrollment or participation in these activities, including use of any equipment, facilities or premises. I understand I agree here to waive all claim/s I or my child may have against the Released Parties, and agree that neither I, my child, nor anyone acting on my or my child's behalf, will make a claim against the Released Parties as a result of any injury, damage, death or other loss suffered by me or my child;
to defend and indemnify (“indemnify” meaning protect by reimbursement or payment) the Released Parties, with respect to any and all claim/s brought by or on behalf of me, my child, my spouse, my other family member/s, or any other person, for any injury, damage, death or other loss in any way connected with my/my child’s enrollment or participation in these activities, including use of any equipment, facilities or premises.
This Release and Indemnity Agreement includes claim/s of or resulting from the Released Parties’ negligence (but not any of their gross negligence or willful or wanton misconduct), and includes claim/s for personal injury or wrongful death (including claim/s related to emergency, medical, drug and/or health issues, response, assessment or treatment), property damage, loss of consortium, breach of contract or any other claim.

OTHER PROVISIONS:
I (volunteer and parent of a minor volunteer) agree: Colorado substantive law (without regard to its “conflict of law” rules) governs this Document, any dispute I or my child have with VVMTA and all other aspects of my/my child’s relationship with VVMTA, contractual or otherwise, and agree that any mediation, suit, or other proceeding must be filed or entered into only in Eagle County, Colorado. I will attempt to settle any dispute (that cannot be settled by discussion) through mediation before a mutually acceptable Colorado mediator. I authorize VVMTA or Project Partner staff, representatives and/or other medical personnel to obtain or provide medical care for me/my child, to transport me/my child to a medical facility and to provide treatment they consider necessary for my/my child's health; I agree to pay all associated costs. VVMTA reserves the right to dismiss any volunteer from a VVMTA program/project who staff believe, in their discretion, presents a safety concern or medical risk, is disruptive, or otherwise conducts him or herself in a manner detrimental to the program. If volunteer is dismissed or departs for any reason, volunteer (and his/her parent) are responsible for all costs of early departure, including evacuation, medical treatment or other costs. I authorize VVMTA, Project Partner or parties they authorize, to take images, written or spoken statements or any recordings, of or including the volunteer and/or parent, without compensation, and use these materials, including for broadcast or sale, on the internet or via other media, in catalogues or other materials, or for any promotional, educational or other use. These materials are the sole property of VVMTA or Project Partner. This Document is intended to be interpreted and enforced to the fullest extent allowed by law. Any portion of this Document deemed unlawful or unenforceable shall not affect the remaining provisions, and those remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
Volunteer and parent of a minor volunteer agree: I have carefully read, understand and voluntarily sign this Document, and acknowledge that it shall be effective and legally binding upon me, my spouse, participating child and other children, and volunteer’s/parent’s other family members, heirs, executors, representatives, subrogors and estate. Volunteer must sign below. A parent must also sign if volunteer is a minor (those under 18 yrs. of age).
I understand that my signature is valid and legally binding whether I choose to electronically sign, or sign a printable version of this Document.

Vail Valley Mountain Trails Alliance COVID-19 Agreement

For all adult or minor volunteers
All Volunteer Activities/Projects: January 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022

INTRODUCTION:
Please read this entire COVID-19 Agreement (hereafter “Document”) carefully before signing. The volunteer (hereafter “volunteer”) must sign this Document. If volunteer is under 18 yrs. of age (hereafter sometimes “minor” or “child”) a parent or legal guardian (hereafter collectively “parent”) must also sign. In consideration of the services of Vail Valley Mountain Trails Alliance and its officers, directors, employees, agents, representatives and volunteers (hereafter individually and collectively “VVMTA”), the Hardscrabble Trails Coalition, the Bureau of Land Management, Town of Minturn, Town of Avon, Town of Vail, Eagle County, Community of EagleVail, Town of Gypsum, and USFS – White River NF, Eagle-Holy Cross Ranger District (hereafter “Project Partner”) in allowing volunteer to participate, I (volunteer and parent of a minor volunteer) acknowledge and agree as follows:

COVID-19 AGREEMENT:
Please read carefully. I (adult volunteer, or parent for myself and for and on behalf of my participating minor child) agree as follows:
Follow all federal, state, and local public health orders as they apply. To read these orders please visit websites of: CDC, State of Colorado, Eagle County
Volunteer will check and understand our current county COVID-19 guidelines before volunteering
If you are showing signs of illness, you will be requested to leave the site
Maintain at least a six-foot distance from other individuals
Keep a reasonable and safe distance from other groups
It is not recommended for high risk individuals and/or those with underlying health conditions to participate
If you feel sick or show any symptoms of COVID-19, you must stay home
Avoid touching your face, eyes, nose, and mouth
Cover coughs and sneezes with a tissue, bandana, or inner elbow
No handshakes or fist bumps
Wash hands with soap and water for at least twenty seconds as frequently as possible or use hand sanitizer
Hand washing is required before the beginning of a project, after using the bathroom, and at the conclusion of the project
Non-medical, cloth face-coverings (mask) for the nose and mouth are strongly recommended when others are in proximity
Bring your own food, water, and hand sanitizer
If you encounter other trail users, cover your face with your mask, and give at least 6’ of space for them to pass
Must be able to answer “no” to these questions to participate in a VVMTA volunteer activity (required):
Have you been in known contact with anyone who has contracted the virus within the last 14 days?
Have you been experiencing any of the symptoms associated with COVID-19?
Do you have a temperature over 100.4 today?
If I test positive for COVID-19 within 14 days of participating in a VVMTA volunteer activity, I will voluntarily report this to the VVMTA

OTHER PROVISIONS:
I (volunteer and parent of a minor volunteer) agree: Colorado substantive law (without regard to its “conflict of law” rules) governs this Document, any dispute I or my child have with VVMTA and all other aspects of my/my child’s relationship with VVMTA, contractual or otherwise, and agree that any mediation, suit, or other proceeding must be filed or entered into only in Eagle County, Colorado. I will attempt to settle any dispute (that cannot be settled by discussion) through mediation before a mutually acceptable Colorado mediator. I authorize VVMTA or Project Partner staff, representatives and/or other medical personnel to obtain or provide medical care for me/my child, to transport me/my child to a medical facility and to provide treatment they consider necessary for my/my child's health; I agree to pay all associated costs. VVMTA reserves the right to dismiss any volunteer from a VVMTA program/project who staff believe, in their discretion, presents a safety concern or medical risk, is disruptive, or otherwise conducts him or herself in a manner detrimental to the program. If volunteer is dismissed or departs for any reason, volunteer (and his/her parent) are responsible for all costs of early departure, including evacuation, medical treatment or other costs. I authorize VVMTA, Project Partner or parties they authorize, to take images, written or spoken statements or any recordings, of or including the volunteer and/or parent, without compensation, and use these materials, including for broadcast or sale, on the internet or via other media, in catalogues or other materials, or for any promotional, educational or other use. These materials are the sole property of VVMTA or Project Partner. This Document is intended to be interpreted and enforced to the fullest extent allowed by law. Any portion of this Document deemed unlawful or unenforceable shall not affect the remaining provisions, and those remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
Volunteer and parent of a minor volunteer agree: I have carefully read, understand and voluntarily sign this Document, and acknowledge that it shall be effective and legally binding upon me, my spouse, participating child and other children, and volunteer’s/parent’s other family members, heirs, executors, representatives, subrogors and estate. Volunteer must sign below. A parent must also sign if volunteer is a minor (those under 18 yrs. of age).

I understand that my signature is valid and legally binding whether I choose to electronically sign, or sign a printable version of this Document.

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Acknowledgement of Town of Minturn Volunteer Waiver and Release Form

This Waiver and Release (“Release”) is executed by (“Volunteer”) in favor of the Town of Minturn, a Colorado home-rule municipality (the “Town”). By Signing this Release, Volunteer acknowledges and agrees as follows: 1. I understand and agree that I am donating services to the Town as a volunteer, without pay or compensation of any kind, and am not an employee of the Town. I acknowledge that I shall not be entitled to any insurance or other benefits provided to Town employees. I further acknowledge and stipulate that I am neither eligible nor entitled to statutory or legal benefits or provisions of labor codes or other such similar statutes, that I am not covered by the Town’s workers’ compensation coverage, and that I am not entitled to workers’ compensation benefits. 2. By signing this Release, I acknowledge that the Activity is or may be a dangerous activity and may involve risks of injury, loss, damage, or other detriment. Such risks may include but not be limited to bodily injury, personal injury, sickness, disease, death, and property loss or damage, both foreseeable and unforeseeable. I agree to perform all services related to the Activity at my own risk and, on behalf of myself and my agents, heirs, guardians, assignees, insurers, and personal and legal representatives, hereby WAIVE, EXEMPT, RELEASE, DISCHARGE, INDEMNIFY, and HOLD HARMLESS the Town, its officers, agents, employees, other volunteers, contractors and representatives from any and all liability, claims, and demands of whatever kind or nature, including costs and attorney fees, arising out of or relating to my volunteer work with the Town. 3. If the Town provides equipment, materials, or supplies to use or utilize in performing the Activity for the Town, I agree to and shall solely use the Town’s equipment, materials, or supplies provided in a reasonable manner for the sole purpose of performing services for the Town. 4. I agree to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and Activity rules while providing any work or services to the Town under this Release and agree to DEFEND, INDEMNIFY, and HOLD HARMLESS the Town for any injury or death or loss of or damage to property resulting from my failure to do so. 5. I give permission for photographic images captured during the Activity to be used by the Town for purposes of promotional and educational material and publications and waive any rights of compensation or ownership thereto. 6. If any term or provision of this Release shall, to any extent, be invalid or unenforceable, the remainder of this Release shall not be affected thereby, and each provision of this Release shall be valid and enforceable to the fullest extent permitted by law. 7. I understand and acknowledge that nothing herein shall be construed as a waiver of the Colorado Governmental Immunity Act, C.R.S. §24-10-101, et seq., as may be amended. By signing below, I, Volunteer, acknowledge that I have read and understand this Release and have executed this Release on the date first written above.
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Details

Date:
September 28, 2023
Time:
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Event Category:

Venue

Minturn Bike Park
Minturn, CO 81645 United States
Phone
970-279-1055
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Organizer

VVMTA
Phone
970-279-1055
Email
info@vvmta.org
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