In consideration of being accepted to participate in club rides and/or events, including transportation to and from same, I do hereby for myself, my heirs, executors and administrators, release and forever discharge Motherland Cycling Club, its officers and members from any and all claims, demands, actions and/or liabilities on account of any injury to me which may occur from any cause whatsoever, including negligence or other fault on the part of anyone released hereunder, during my participation in or transportation to or from said club rides and/or events. I acknowledge I am aware of the risks and hazards inherent upon engaging in said club activities, and I do so entirely upon my own initiative, risk and responsibility. I further understand the club depends upon its members to provide and lead club activities and that those members rely on the protection afforded hereunder. I hereby further agree to operate my bicycle in a manner that is safe to me and those around me, to observe all applicable safety regulations and to conduct myself in a manner that will be complimentary to the sport of bicycling. It is my intent this release and waiver apply at all times, notwithstanding my membership in Motherland Cycling Club may have expired, relapsed, been renewed or reinstated after a period of non-membership.