Deer Park Road Repairs Hike-a-Thon

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Sixteen months ago, we embarked on a memorable Peace Walk into the secluded mountains of Deer Park, a day that remains a cherished memory for many of us. Brother Phap Dung captured the essence of this event in a heartfelt letter which you can read here.

Deer Park symbolizes our collective commitment to future generations and our role in the vibrant web of life. The spirit of that day, marked by new and old friendships and a celebratory atmosphere, is immeasurable, transcending the finite nature of our fundraising efforts.

As many of you know, the road from the Gatehouse to the Main Parking Lot near Clarity Hamlet has deteriorated, exacerbated by last year’s heavy rains. Despite repair efforts, the condition worsens, challenging our community during large gatherings and Days of Mindfulness. With the construction of a new Monks’ residence underway, we urgently need your support to repair this crucial road.

Join us for another peace walk into the grand hidden mountains of Deer Park on Sunday, July 28, 2024, to aid the Deer Park Road Repairs Project. Enjoy the picturesque trails, with options available for all abilities. If hiking isn’t for you, we welcome you to join us for tea and music instead. A vegetarian lunch will be provided. Please click here to access the hike-a-thon flyer to share with friends and families.

For those who prefer to hike locally, register to hike in your area and share your experience with photos and videos.

Event Schedule:

– 8:30 AM: Check-in starts in front of Sister’s Clarity Dining Hall

– 9:00 AM: Welcome Opening at Oak Grove in Clarity Hamlet (not at Main Hall)

– 9:30 AM: Hike begins (2-2.5 hours) – 3 groups

– 12:00 PM: Lunch and Lemonade in Ocean of Peace Meditation Hall

– 1:00 PM: Sharings – stories about Deer Park (Allow for some public community connection, who they are and what matters to them; and for monastics to express our gratitude for the community support, some joyful songs and singing)

– 2:00 PM: Program ends

DISCLAIMERS:

By registering, you agreed to the following terms and conditions for you and all your registered participants in your group:
Assumption of Risk: I assume all risks of participating in the Program and full responsibility for my conduct and actions, including any injury to myself or others or damage to property that may occur during the Program. I understand that Deer Park is not responsible for conditions I create for myself or those created by other participants. I am aware that hiking may be hazardous, especially in extreme heat, and involves a risk of serious bodily injury, death, or property damage. I am additionally advised to never hike alone and to not deviate from the hiking route defined by Deer Park. I am voluntarily participating in this Program with knowledge of the above risks.

Representations: I hereby represent and warrant that I am mentally and physically fit, capable, able and willing to participate in the Program, and that I do not suffer from any physical or mental ailment or disability that would make my participation in the Program hazardous, unwise, unwarranted or a potential source of danger to myself or to others.

Conduct: I agree to conduct myself at all times in accordance with all of the applicable statutes, ordinances, laws, regulations, orders and rules (“Laws”). I further agree to comply at all times, with any and all standards of conduct and behavior communicated to me by Deer Park (“Standards of Conduct”). I indemnify and hold harmless Deer Park from the consequences of my violation of any such Laws and Standards of Conduct and all damages and related claims resulting from such violations, including reasonable attorney’s fees.

Release from Liability: In consideration for being allowed to participate in the Deer Park Road Repairs Hike-a-thon (“Program”), I, binding my heirs, executors, administrators, and assigns, hereby fully and forever release, waive, discharge, acquit and exonerate the Deer Park Monastery, and each of their respective directors, officers, agents, employees, monastics, representatives, volunteers and affiliates (hereinafter all referred to collectively as “Deer Park”) from any and all claims, actions, causes of action, remedies and complaints of any kind, except for claims for fraud, gross negligence or willful misconduct, which I have or may have, whether known or unknown, arising out of or relating to Deer Park or my participation in this Program, including specifically all claims for personal injury, paralysis, wrongful death, property damage and any other injury I may sustain.