ALPINE TOURING - WAVER - Risk Recognition and Acceptance of Liability - Terms and Conditions

Aug 27, 2026

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Alpine touring risk recognition and liability acceptance form requiring participants to provide identification and emergency contact details before accessing designated hiking trails and unpatrolled off-piste areas. The agreement highlights terrain hazards such as cliffs, trees, rocks, landslides, variable snow conditions, wildlife encounters, getting lost, delayed rescue, and extreme weather. It sets safety notice rules on route use, timing, equipment, fitness, and emergency procedures. It also outlines evacuation and first-aid costs, registration requirements, responsibility clarification, applicable Quebec law, and participant signature consent.

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CategoryHealthcare

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Reading Time5 min

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Definition

Recognition and Acceptance of Risks

Safety Notice

Evacuation, Emergency and First Aid Treatment

Registration

Clearance of Responsibilities

Applicable Law

ALPINE TOURING – WAVER THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS BELOW INCLUDE RISK RECOGNITION AND ACCEPTANCE OF LIABILITY AND DISCLAIMER. PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE SIGNING. *** ALL FIELDS HERE-BELOW ARE REQUIRED TO OBTAIN A RIGHT OF ACCESS *** | Name | Last name | First name | Initials | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Address | Number and Street | | | | | City | Prov. / sate | Postal Code / ZIP code | | Email and phone number | Email | Cellphone | home | | In case of emergency | Person to contact | Relation toward participant | Phone | DEFINITION In this form, alpine touring includes: designated hiking trails, designated off-piste, open, unpatrolled and untagged areas and the glades and open slopes of the station. RECOGNITION AND ACCEPTANCE OF RISKS -I understand that participation in alpine touring involves many risks, dangers and obstacles. The terrain used for alpine touring is not controlled or patrolled and carries many risks, dangers and unmarked obstacles, visible or not. These include, but are not limited to: cliffs; trees; tree stumps; dead trees fallen to the ground; streams; rocks; landslides; rocks; holes and depressions on or under the snow; variable and difficult snow conditions; encounter with wild and domestic animals; impact or collision with other people; risk of getting lost or moving away from the group or guide and the negligence of others. Communication in off-piste terrain can be difficult, and in case of accident or illness, rescue, medical treatment and evacuation may not be available and / or delayed. Weather conditions can be extreme and can change quickly and without warning. -I pledge to acknowledge and respect the code of conduct in the mountains posted at ticket offices and at the bottom of each lifts. I also commit to respect the current signs and all other rules of conduct and sanctions that Le Massif s.e.c. imposed. I also became aware that Le Massif s.e.c. recommends wearing the helmet for the practice of a sliding sport. -I am 18 years of age or older, or I have a signature from one of my parents / guardian at the location provided in this document. I AM AWARE OF THE RISKS, HAZARDS AND BARRIERS ASSOCIATED WITH ALPINE TOURING AND I AGREE AND ASSUME ALL THESE RISKS, HAZARDS AND OBSTACLES AND THE POSSIBILITY OF PERSONAL INJURY, DEATH, DAMAGE TO MY PROPERTY OR ANY LOSS RESULTING THEREFROM. I AGREE FREELY TO ASSUME FULL AND ENTIRE RESPONSIBILITY, EXEMPTION FROM MASSIF S.E.C., AGENTS, REPRESENTATIVES, AGENTS OR EMPLOYEES. FURTHER, I RECOGNIZE THAT EXCURSIONS IN FORESTS AND MOUNTAINS REQUIRE A GOOD PHYSICAL FORM AND I DECLARE TO BE ABLE TO EXERCISE THESE ACTIVITIES. Initials of participant: SAFETY NOTICE -Circulate only on designated places on the map. Respect signaling, wildlife and the environment. Respect the Mountain Code of Conduct at all times. -Never descend by a path of ascension. Plan your descent. Only go down in one of our open trails or designated off-piste sector. -Exit alpine touring trails and downhill trails at the respective closing times of the station. -Do not enter the trails after the closing time indicated in the designated places. -Make sure you are physically fit and have appropriate clothing, food and equipment. Knowledge and first aid equipment is an asset. -The conditions, the temperature and the difficulty of the hill can vary. Ask our staff or get a guide if needed. -Do not go alone on alpine touring hike. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Bring a charged cell phone. A GPS application for cellular is an asset in case of emergency. -In case of emergency, call (418) 632 5876 extension 4911 or outside the hours of operation: dial 911 EVACUATION, EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID TREATMENT I acknowledge and agree that all expenses associated with evacuations, assistance or emergency first aid will be at my expense and will not be covered by Le Massif s.e.c. Le Massif s.e.c. reserves the right to charge a fee (minimum of $ 250) for any request f

FAQs

What information must participants provide to access alpine touring areas?

Participants must fill in name, address, email and phone, and emergency contact details. Registration and payment are mandatory at the summit lodge customer service or base lodge.

What risks are recognized and accepted in the form?

The form states alpine touring involves unmanaged terrain risks, including cliffs, trees and stumps, rocks, holes, variable snow conditions, wildlife, collisions, getting lost or separating from the group, and potential delays or unavailability of rescue and medical care.

Who covers evacuation or emergency first-aid expenses?

All expenses related to evacuations, assistance, or emergency first aid are at the participant’s expense. Le Massif s.e.c. may charge a fee, including for requests outside operating hours or for certain trail areas.

Aug 27, 2026

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