Responsibility Statement* Responsibility Statement:
The Vernon Company and any sponsoring company or organization do not own, control, or operate the personnel, equipment, or services of any air, water, or ground carrier; hotel; restaurant; or any other entity that provides services, products, or accommodations in connection with this trip. All such suppliers are independent contractors.
The Vernon Company and any sponsoring company or organization are not liable for any injury, damage, loss, expense, accident, delay, inconvenience, or irregularity that may result from:
1. Any wrongful, negligent, or unauthorized act or omission of any independent contractor, agent, employee, or supplier;
2. Any defect in, or failure of, any vehicle, equipment, service, product, or accommodation provided or operated by an independent supplier;
3. Any wrongful, negligent, or unauthorized act or omission of any person or entity outside the direct control of The Vernon Company or any sponsoring company or organization.
During the trip, participants may have the opportunity to engage in optional activities such as water sports, athletic activities, contests, excursions, or side trips. Participation in these optional activities is voluntary, and The Vernon Company and any sponsoring company or organization are not responsible or liable for any injury, damage, loss, expense, accident, delay, inconvenience, or irregularity arising from or related to such participation.