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Risk Acknowledgement
Eagle Rock Rise · November 10–12, 2026 · Eagle Rock Loop, Arkansas
1. Wilderness Risk
Eagle Rock Rise is a wilderness backpacking trip, not a guided tour or commercial event. You will be walking 26–29 miles over rugged terrain with a loaded pack, crossing rivers, climbing steep sections, and camping in remote areas with little or no cell service. Conditions include, but are not limited to: uneven and slippery rock, water crossings, cold weather, rain, wildlife, fatigue, dehydration, blisters, sprains, cuts, and other injuries common to backcountry travel.
2. Personal Responsibility
You are solely responsible for your own gear, food, transportation, physical conditioning, medical readiness, and personal decisions on the trail. This trip is free to attend. There is no charge, no offering, no insurance, and no paid guide. You join as a capable adult choosing to participate.
3. Physical Fitness
You must be able to hike 10+ miles per day for three consecutive days with a loaded backpack, typically 40–50 pounds. If you are unsure whether you are ready, train before the trip and consider attending the optional Erwin Park shakedown hike. The mountain does not care about good intentions.
4. Medical & Emergency Limitations
The group will carry a basic first aid kit and an emergency satellite communication device, but help may be hours away. If you have a medical condition, allergy, or take medication that could affect your safety in the backcountry, you are responsible for planning accordingly and communicating it to the trip leader privately before the trip.
5. Behavior & Group Expectations
This is a Christian brotherhood trip. No drugs, no alcohol, no solo wandering, and no behavior that endangers the group or contradicts the mission. Each man is expected to stay with the group, help his brothers, follow the leader’s safety decisions, and maintain a spirit of humility, prayer, and encouragement.
6. Release of Liability
By joining Eagle Rock Rise, you agree that Fall 7 Rise 8 Ministry, Eagle Rock Rise, Felipe Soares, and any fellow participants are not liable for any injury, illness, loss, damage, or death that may occur before, during, or after the trip. You voluntarily assume all risks associated with wilderness backpacking and release all parties from any claims arising from your participation.
7. Cancellation & Flexibility
The wilderness is unpredictable. The route, schedule, campsites, and even the trip itself may change due to weather, trail conditions, group safety, or other factors. Flexibility, patience, and a readiness to adapt are required.
“The righteous keep moving forward, and those with clean hands become stronger and stronger.” — Job 17:9
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