Final Day of Exclusive Registration for UTRID Members. Register Now and Reserve your Berth for the Social Event of the Season.

Dear Respected Compeer,

Begin your weekend safe in the knowledge you have reserved your berth at Immersion Weekend 2025 May 15th – 18th at Bear Lake. Early Bird pricing is currently applied, for a limited time. And reservations for other states commence Monday, February 24th.

It won’t be the same without you. Please, register today.

We can’t wait to be with you there,
The UTRID Board and Immersion Weekend UTRID Committee

This Week Only Exclusive UTRID Member Early Bird Registration! Immersion Weekend 2025 May 15th -18th

Hello Esteemed Colleague,

The UTRID board and the UTRID Committee for Immersion Weekend 2025 are delighted to have you join us at the littoral and sublime Bear Lake, May 15th – 18th for 4 days and 3 nights of connection, education, learning and play. The registration fee includes lodging (a shared bed), food (let us know if you have any dietary restrictions) and up to 2.1 CEU’s/21 CEH’s (pending CMP approval).

Space is limited for THE social event of the season. 

 Registration opened February 14th and will continue to be opened exclusively for you, our eminent UTRID member, until February 21st. 

Beginning Saturday February 22nd, after a week of exclusive UTRID Member registration, we will open registration to UTRID and many Region V members.

Space is limited and beds will fill quickly. 

Make your virtual connections live.

Register now to reserve your spot and lock in your early bird rate!

We can’t wait to be with you there.

Best,
The UTRID Board and Immersion Weekend UTRID Committee

 

UTRID: Immersion Weekend 2025 opens registration tomorrow! Join the social event of the season.

Hello Magnificent Interpreters,

Immersion weekend registration will be open exclusively to you, our esteemed colleagues, and UTRID members, for one week only, beginning tomorrow–February 14th, 2025.

Make your virtual connections LIVE!

Seize this moment to text that friend and interpreter you’ve been meaning to ask to bunk with you and join us at the littoral and sublime Bear Lake this May 15th to the 18th, for 4 days and 3 nights of indelible connection and learning.

Food and lodging are included in the registration fee. We anticipate up to 2.1 CEU’s/21 CEH’s (pending CMP approval).

After February 21st, registration will be open to other Regions V interpreters.

Space is limited. Treat yourself and register this Valentines Day for the social event of the season. 2025 Immersion Weekend – UTRID

We can’t wait to be with you there!

Best,
The Immersion Weekend UTRID Committee

Make your virtual connections live

Attendee Agreement

  • ASL is the primary language used throughout the weekend, including presentations, meal times, and networking.
  • Attendees may earn up to 2.1 CEUs/CEHs. No refunds for partial attendance.
  • Attendees will sign in and attend more than 75% of the workshop for those workshops they wish to receive credit.
  • The Attendees may not interfere with the peaceful enjoyment of the neighbors or other attendees. Quiet hours are from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM.
  • The Attendees agree not to sell, use, or possess alcohol or illegal drugs on or around the Vacation Property Premises.
  • Absolutely no hazardous materials are permitted to be in or around the Vacation Property Premises at any time.
  • Attendees may not use or store Kerosene or space heaters at any time in or around the Vacation Property Premises.
  • The burning of candles is not permitted on the Vacation Property Premises
  • Attendees shall use ventilating fans at all times when bathing and cooking.
  • All windows and doors must remain closed during inclement weather.
  • Parking is limited to the driveway of the Property. No vehicles are permitted to park on the roads adjacent to the Property. Parking in the yard is not permitted. Any illegally parked cars are subject to towing with applicable fines/towing fees being.
  • Pets other than service animals are not permitted in or on the property. This also excludes emotional support animals.
  • All guests of the property refrain from accessing any areas that have been designated as off-limits.
  • Smoking and/or vaping is strictly prohibited. This includes smoking/vaping within any enclosed area of the premises as well as smoking in any outdoor areas on the premises.
  • Discharging of any firearms or explosives within the vicinity of Bear Lake developments is prohibited. This includes the use of fireworks, which are not allowed at any time. It is important to note that the use of fireworks during major holidays is illegal in all developments around Bear Lake due to the extreme risk of wildfires.
  • Refunds for conference and workshop registration must be requested in writing by emailing [email protected] at least 2 weeks before the beginning of the event.
  • Attendees agree to the following liability waivers for use of facilities.

 

  • POOL LIABILITY WAIVER
By accepting this agreement, attendees acknowledge that they understand the risks associated with using the pool and agree to assume all responsibility for their own safety and well-being while in or around the pool area. Attendees also waive any claims against the property owner for any injury or damage that may result from their use of the pool. It is important that attendees read and understand all provisions of the Pool Liability Waiver before signing it. If you have any questions or concerns regarding this document, please do not hesitate to contact us.
A. TERMS OF POOL USE AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY
Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims, Assumption of Risk, and Indemnity Agreement. PLEASE READ CAREFULLY. BY SIGNING THIS DOCUMENT, Attendee CHOOSES TO WAIVE CERTAIN LEGAL RIGHTs, INCLUDING THE RIGHT TO SUE.
B. ASSUMPTION OF INHERENT RISK
The use of the property’s pool facilities is desired during the length of stay at the vacation home. Swimming in the pool entails the recognition and full understanding of certain aspects, including: At no time is there a lifeguard on duty, Attendee(s) are responsible for the safe operation of the pool and are responsible for all persons using the pool during the Attendee(s) stay. Attendee(s) use of the pool facilities during Attendee(s) stay involves certain risks, including but not limited to:
The risk of injury resulting from the possible malfunction of the pool equipment: The risk of injuries resulting from tripping or falling over obstacles in the pool area;
The risk of injuries resulting from unsupervised divers and swimmers colliding; The risk of injuries resulting from adverse weather or lightning strike
The risk of other injuries resulting from participating in any action in the pool. Attendee(s) recognize and fully understand that the above list is not a complete or exhaustive list of all possible risks; the list only provides examples of types of risks that the Attendee(s) are assuming.
C. WAIVER OF CLAIMS AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY
In exchange for the Owner/Agent allowing me to utilize the private pool area during Attendee(s) stay, Attendee(s) hereby agree to the conditions below:
Attendee(s) fully intends to and chooses to waive the following legal rights and hold Owner/Agent harmless for all liability associated with using the pool at Property, as stated below:
TO WAIVE ANY AND ALL CLAIMS that Attendee(s) have or may have in the future against the Owner, its directors,
officers, employees, agents, or representatives (hereinafter referred to as the “Releasees”) relating to Attendee(s) use of the pool and pool area;
TO RELEASE THE RELEASEES from any and all liability for any loss, damage, injury, expense, or other costs that
Attendee(s) may suffer or that Attendee(s) next of kin may suffer in connection with Attendee(s) use of the Releasees pool
or pool area to any cause whatsoever, INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE ON THE PART OF THE RELEASEES; TO
HOLD HARMLESS AND INDEMNIFY THE RELEASEES from any and all liability to property, or personal injury
to, any third party, resulting from the use of the pool or pool area
That Attendee is over the age of 25 and that Attendee is responsible and will adhere to all the rules of the property; That this Waiver, Release, and Agreement is fully effective and shall be effective and binding upon Attendee, and Attendee(s) heirs, next of kin, executors, administrators, and assigns, or anyone else authorized to act on Attendee(s) behalf or on behalf of Attendee(s) estate.
D. GOVERNING LAW
This agreement shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the law of the State of IDAHO, and this agreement shall be treated as though it were executed and were to have been performed in IDAHO. Any action relating to this agreement shall only be instituted and prosecuted in the courts of IDAHO. Attendee(s) specifically consents to such jurisdiction and to extraterritorial service of process.
E. FORCE MAJEURE
It is expressly understood and agreed that in the event any one or more of the provisions of this Agreement shall be
unenforceable for any reason, the remaining portions of this Agreement shall, nevertheless, remain in full force and effect, and the unenforceable provision or provisions shall be deemed deleted.
F. PRECLUSION
This Agreement replaces only the liability or hold harmless agreements between Agent and Attendee(s) in regards to the pool area. All other prior Agreements terms and conditions remain in full force and effect.
  • HOT TUB LIABILITY WAIVER
By signing this rental agreement, attendees acknowledge that they understand the risks associated with using the hot tub and agree to assume all responsibility for their own safety and well-being while in or around the hot tub area. Attendees also waive any claims against the property owner for any injury or damage that may result from their use of the hot tub. It is important that attendees read and understand all provisions of the Hot Tub Liability Waiver before signing it. If you have any questions or concerns regarding this document, please do not hesitate to contact us.
A. TERMS OF POOL USE AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY
Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims, Assumption of Risk, and Indemnity Agreement. PLEASE READ CAREFULLY. BY SIGNING THIS DOCUMENT, Attendee CHOOSES TO WAIVE CERTAIN LEGAL RIGHTS, INCLUDING THE RIGHT TO SUE.
B. ASSUMPTION OF INHERENT RISK
The use of the property’s hot tub facilities is desired during the length of stay at the vacation home. Soaking in the hot tub entails the recognition and full understanding of certain aspects, including: At no time is there a lifeguard on duty, Attendee(s) are responsible for the safe operation of the hot tub and are
responsible for all persons using the hot tub during the Attendee(s) stay. Attendee(s) use of the hot tub facilities during Attendee(s) stay involves certain risks, including but not limited to: The risk of injury resulting from the possible malfunction of the hot tub equipment: The risk of injuries resulting from tripping or falling over obstacles in or around the hot tub area; The risk of injuries resulting from unsupervised users colliding; The risk of injuries resulting from adverse weather or lightning strike The risk of other injuries resulting from participating in any action in the hot tub. Attendee(s) recognize and fully understand that the above list is not a complete or exhaustive list of all possible risks; the list only provides examples of types of risks that the Attendee(s) are assuming.
C. WAIVER OF CLAIMS AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY
In exchange for the Owner/Agent allowing me to utilize the private hot tub area during Attendee(s) stay, Attendee(s) hereby agree to the conditions below:
Attendee(s) fully intends to and chooses to waive the following legal rights and hold Owner/Agent harmless for all liability associated with using the hot tub at Property, as stated below:
TO WAIVE ANY AND ALL CLAIMS that Attendee(s) have or may have in the future against the Owner, its directors,officers, employees, agents, or representatives (hereinafter referred to as the “Releasees”) relating to Attendee(s) use of the hot tub and hot tub area;
TO RELEASE THE RELEASEES from any and all liability for any loss, damage, injury, expense, or other costs that
Attendee(s) may suffer or that Attendee(s) next of kin may suffer in connection with Attendee(s) use of the Releasees hot tub or hot tub area to any cause whatsoever, INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE ON THE PART OF THE RELEASEES; TO HOLD HARMLESS AND INDEMNIFY THE RELEASEES from any and all liability to property, or personal injury to, any third party, resulting from the use of the hot tub or hot tub area
Attendee is responsible and will adhere to all the rules of the property; That this Waiver, Release, and Agreement is fully effective and shall be effective and binding upon Attendee, and Attendee(s)
heirs, next of kin, executors, administrators, and assigns, or anyone else authorized to act on Attendee(s) behalf or on behalf of Attendee(s) estate.
D. GOVERNING LAW
This agreement shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the law of the State of IDAHO, and this agreement shall be treated as though it were executed and were to have been performed in IDAHO. Any action relating to this agreement shall only be instituted and prosecuted in the courts of IDAHO. Attendee(s) specifically consents to such jurisdiction and to extraterritorial service of process.
E. FORCE MAJEURE
It is expressly understood and agreed that in the event any one or more of the provisions of this Agreement shall be
unenforceable for any reason, the remaining portions of this Agreement shall, nevertheless, remain in full force and effect, and the unenforceable provision or provisions shall be deemed deleted.
F. PRECLUSION
This Agreement replaces only the liability or holds harmless agreements between Agent and Attendee(s) in regards to the hot tub area. All other prior Agreements’ terms and conditions remain in full force and effect.
  • SPORTS COURT LIABILITY WAIVER
In this rental agreement, all basketball courts, sports courts, pickle-ball courts, gyms, climbing walls, and any other similar amenities provided by the property shall be legally known as “Recreation Facilities”. The term “Recreation Facilities” refers to any location or equipment designed for recreational use on the premises of the property. By agreeing to this rental agreement, the Attendee(s) acknowledge that they understand and agree to adhere to all rules and regulations governing the use of these Recreation Facilities
By signing this rental agreement, attendees acknowledge that they understand the risks associated with using Recreation Facilities provided by Bear Lake Luxury Rentals and agree to assume all responsibility for their own safety and well-being while using these facilities. Attendees also waive any claims against the property owner for any injury or damage that may result from their use, or the use of any of their guests or invitees, of these facilities.
It is important that attendees read and understand all provisions of this Sports Court Liability Waiver before signing it. If you have any questions or concerns regarding this document, please do not hesitate to contact us.
A. TERMS OF SPORTS COURT USE AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY
Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims, Assumption of Risk, and Indemnity Agreement. PLEASE READ CAREFULLY. BY SIGNING THIS DOCUMENT, Attendee CHOOSES TO WAIVE CERTAIN LEGAL RIGHTS, INCLUDING THE RIGHT TO SUE.
In consideration for being allowed to participate in activities on premises owned or managed by Bear Lake Luxury Rentals(the “Premises”), the Attendee agrees as follows:
B. ASSUMPTION OF INHERENT RISK
The use of the property’s recreation facilities is desired during the length of stay at the vacation home. Participating in recreational activities entails the recognition and full understanding of certain aspects, including: At no time is there a supervisor or attendant on duty, Attendee(s) are responsible for the safe operation of the facilities and are responsible for all persons using the facilities during the Attendee(s) stay. Attendee(s) use of the recreation facilities during Attendee(s) stay involves certain risks, including but not limited to: The risk of injury resulting from the possible malfunction of the equipment; The risk of injuries resulting from tripping or falling over obstacles in the recreation area; The risk of injuries resulting from unsupervised participants colliding; The risk of injuries resulting from adverse weather or lightning strike; The risk of falling resulting from climbing; The risk of other injuries resulting from participating in any action in the recreation facilities.
Attendee(s) recognize and fully understand that the above list is not a complete or exhaustive list of all possible risks; the list only provides examples of types of risks that the Attendee(s) are assuming.
C. WAIVER OF CLAIMS AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY
In exchange for the Owner/Agent allowing attendee(s) to utilize the recreation facilities during the Attendee(s) stay, Attendee(s) hereby agree to the conditions below: Attendee(s) fully intends to and chooses to waive the following legal rights and hold Owner/Agent harmless for all liability associated with using the recreation facilities at Property, as stated below:
TO WAIVE ANY AND ALL CLAIMS that Attendee(s) have or may have in the future against the Owner, its directors, officers, employees, agents, or representatives (hereinafter referred to as the “Releasees”) relating to Attendee(s) use of the recreation facilities;
TO RELEASE THE RELEASEES from any and all liability for any loss, damage, injury, expense, or other costs that
Attendee(s) may suffer or that Attendee(s) next of kin may suffer in connection with Attendee(s) use of the Releasees recreation facilities to any cause whatsoever, INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE ON THE PART OF THE RELEASEES;
TO HOLD HARMLESS AND INDEMNIFY THE RELEASEES from any and all liability to property, or personal
injury to, any third party, resulting from the use of the recreation facilities Attendee is responsible and will adhere to all the rules of the property; That this Waiver, Release, and Agreement is fully effective and shall be effective and binding upon Attendee, and Attendee(s) heirs, next of kin, executors, administrators, and assigns, or anyone else authorized to act on Attendee(s) behalf or on behalf of Attendee(s) estate.
D. GOVERNING LAW
This agreement shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the law of the State of IDAHO, and this agreement shall be treated as though it were executed and were to have been performed in IDAHO. Any action relating to this agreement shall only be instituted and prosecuted in the courts of IDAHO. Attendee(s) specifically consents to such jurisdiction and to extraterritorial service of process.
E. FORCE MAJEURE
It is expressly understood and agreed that in the event any one or more of the provisions of this Agreement shall be
unenforceable for any reason, the remaining portions of this Agreement shall, nevertheless, remain in full force and effect, and the unenforceable provision or provisions shall be deemed deleted.
F. PRECLUSION
This Agreement replaces only the liability or holds harmless agreements between Agent and Attendee(s) in regards to the pool area. All other prior Agreements’ terms and conditions remain in full force and effect.

Save the Date: Immersion Weekend 2025

SAVE THE DATE!

We’re thrilled to announce Immersion Weekend 2025, a transformative retreat for Deaf and Hearing Interpreters!

When: May 15–18, 2025
Where: Monster Mansion, Bear Lake

Join us for an unforgettable weekend of growth, connection, and community. This unique event is tailored for interpreters looking to deepen their skills, network with peers, and enjoy the stunning natural beauty of Bear Lake.

Get Involved!

We’re actively seeking passionate individuals to join our Planning Committee and help shape this incredible experience. Click here to express interest and get questions answered about volunteer opportunities:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfnYXdbEL6m9cqWK0J2G0R8rRkoCftAvQ5jWzgTqYU1LaO8qA/viewform

📅 Mark your calendars and stay tuned for updates on registration and programming!

 

Feel free to reply with questions.

The day is HERE + Silent Auction!

We will see you TONIGHT! We have a silent auction happening tomorrow (Friday) – Bid on Amazing items! Proceeds go to support the UTRID scholarship fund

Items: event tickets, dining, personal care, home decor, chocolates, etc.

August 8-10, 2024

16 CEUs 

https://utrid.com/2024conference

The official language of the UTRID conference is American Sign Language.

Thank you to our sponsors:

Saturday Presenters!

Our Fantastic Four! So excited we get the opportunity to hear from these incredible members of our community on Saturday 🙂

You are able to purchase a ticket for Saturday, yes… That is THIS Saturday for anyone who hasn’t purchased a ticket yet or the entire conference using this link – https://utrid.com/product-category/tickets/conference-registration/

COME TOGETHER IN UNITY!

August 8-10, 2024

16 CEUs 

https://utrid.com/2024conference

The official language of the UTRID conference is American Sign Language.

Thank you to our sponsors:

Business Meeting Friday Aug 9!

Come together for the Business Meeting on Friday, Aug 9 at noon! We will be presenting annual reports and will be voting for the following positions for the upcoming term:

  • Vice President
  • Treasurer
  • Conference Committee Chair (MAL)
  • Professional Development Committee Chair (MAL)
  • UAD Liaison (MAL)

August 8-10, 2024

16 CEUs 

https://utrid.com/2024conference

The official language of the UTRID conference is American Sign Language.

Thank you to our sponsors:

UTRID 2024 Conference Friday Speakers!

Friday Speaker Spotlight! I think we can all agree that these are talented and beloved members of our community 🤟 come to their workshops!

Ben Daniel – Bridging the Gap: Collaboration Excellence with Deaf ProfessionalsJamie Hardman – Deaf Centered Interpreting

Jamie Hardman – Deaf Centered Interpreting

Jim Macedone – Emotion Bus: Regulate or be Regulated

Register for Friday or the entire conference here: https://utrid.com/product-category/tickets/conference-registration/

2 MORE DAYS UNTIL THE NEXT PRICE BUMP!!!