I post this in response to the complaints about the canceling of other events last-minute due to wildfire or whatever. At least they spell it out clearly for you here.
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This is a very tough run in remote, rugged country. Runners must assume responsibility for their own safety
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the run management cannot assume any responsibility for your safety once you leave the aid stations. Apart from
bears, foxes, elk, coyotes and mountain lions, runners will very likely encounter the most dangerous varmint in the
wilderness- man! During the summer this area is very busy with hikers, climbers, four-wheelers, and others out enjoying
the outdoors. Most of these folks are agreeable, but as the Forest Service/BLM warning says, "You may be subject to the
unreasonable acts of others."
Also, this is the Colorado high country, and you can anticipate all variety of weather
conditions. If you are not comfortable with these conditions, or are going to get grouchy the first time you find someone
or something has moved a section of trail markers, please consider carefully whether you want to participate. If you accept
the responsibilities and challenges, and persevere with a smile, we promise you an endurance event you will never forget.
Board of Directors reserves the right to cancel the run based on: (1) Extreme
snow pack; (2) Extreme weather during the event; (3) Extreme fire danger; (4) Other extreme conditions.
In the event of extreme weather or other extreme conditions immediately before or during the run, it may become
necessary to cancel the run out of consideration for the safety of the runners and/or volunteers. This drastic step will be
taken only in the most extreme of circumstances, but violent weather in the mountains can be expected to occur
occasionally. If this happens, you may only find out about it after you arrive in Silverton. You must be prepared to accept
the financial commitment for your travel, accommodations, etc.should this occur. Take the attitude that at least you will
get to vacation in one of the most beautiful parts of the world and you will not be disappointed.
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This is a very tough run in remote, rugged country. Runners must assume responsibility for their own safety
-
the run management cannot assume any responsibility for your safety once you leave the aid stations. Apart from
bears, foxes, elk, coyotes and mountain lions, runners will very likely encounter the most dangerous varmint in the
wilderness- man! During the summer this area is very busy with hikers, climbers, four-wheelers, and others out enjoying
the outdoors. Most of these folks are agreeable, but as the Forest Service/BLM warning says, "You may be subject to the
unreasonable acts of others."
Also, this is the Colorado high country, and you can anticipate all variety of weather
conditions. If you are not comfortable with these conditions, or are going to get grouchy the first time you find someone
or something has moved a section of trail markers, please consider carefully whether you want to participate. If you accept
the responsibilities and challenges, and persevere with a smile, we promise you an endurance event you will never forget.
Board of Directors reserves the right to cancel the run based on: (1) Extreme
snow pack; (2) Extreme weather during the event; (3) Extreme fire danger; (4) Other extreme conditions.
In the event of extreme weather or other extreme conditions immediately before or during the run, it may become
necessary to cancel the run out of consideration for the safety of the runners and/or volunteers. This drastic step will be
taken only in the most extreme of circumstances, but violent weather in the mountains can be expected to occur
occasionally. If this happens, you may only find out about it after you arrive in Silverton. You must be prepared to accept
the financial commitment for your travel, accommodations, etc.should this occur. Take the attitude that at least you will
get to vacation in one of the most beautiful parts of the world and you will not be disappointed.
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