In consideration of being allowed to participate in any way in the Hoewa’a Dallas Outrigger Canoe Club athletic sports program, related events and activities, the undersigned acknowledges, appreciates, and agrees that:
The risk of injury from the activities involved in this program is significant, including the potential for permanent paralysis and death, and while particular rules, equipment, and personal discipline may reduce this risk, the risk of serious injury or sickness does exist; and, I KNOWINGLY AND FREELY ASSUME ALL SUCH RISKS, both known and unknown, EVEN IF ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEES or other and assume full responsibility for my participation; and I willingly agree to comply with the stated and customary terms and conditions for participation.
If, however, I observe any unusual significant hazard during my presence or participation, I will remove myself from participation and bring such to the attention of the nearest official immediately; and, I, for myself and on behalf of my heirs, assigns, personal representatives and next of kin, HEREBY RELEASE AND HOLD HARMLESS the Hoewa’a Dallas Outrigger Canoe Club, Grapevine, Texas 76051; their directors , officers, employees, volunteers, sponsors, advertisers, insurance company and if applicable, owners and lessors of premises used to conduct the event or club activities (“RELEASEES”), WITH RESPECT TO ANY AND ALL INJURY, DISABILITY, DEATH, or loss or damage to person or property, WHETHER ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEES OR OTHERWISE.
I also understand that photographs & videos taken by club or club members or anyone else acting in the capacity of the club during the course of an event may occasionally be posted to the club website, printed articles and other club advertisements. I will notify the club in writing if I want to elect out of any photograph or video releasing. All Hoewa’a Dallas Outrigger Canoe Club Members shall: - Have all Hoewa’a waivers/release forms signed and returned prior to any paddling practice or any use of Hoewa’a equipment or facilities.
- Shall pay club dues as scheduled by the Board of Directors or Membership Chairman.
- Shall comply with all scheduling, team selection or any other organizational or instructional decisions made by the designated coach.
- Shall be ready, willing and able to volunteer for equipment upkeep, administrative assistance or fundraising efforts.
- Shall NOT assume, use, borrow, possess, loan to or take command of any equipment/assets that Hoewa’a Dallas OCC either owns or is responsible for without the expressed permission of a member of the Board of Directors or a Coach.
- Shall respect all Hoewa’a equipment and the rights/private property of all Hoewa’a members at all times.
- Shall have all the privileges afforded by this membership as long as the Hoewa’a dues have been paid in full and all Hoewa’a rules are adhered to.
- Members have the responsibility to treat all members, volunteers, and guests with respect and courtesy.
- Members also have the responsibility to behave in an acceptable manner at all times while participating in or receiving any club sponsored events or services.
Failure to comply with any of the rules could result in termination of membership without refund of membership dues. I HAVE READ THIS RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK AGREEMENT, FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS TERMS, UNDERSTAND THAT I HAVE GIVEN UP SUBSTANTIAL RIGHTS BY SIGNING IT, AND SIGN IT FREELY AND VOLUNTARILY WITHOUT ANY INDUCEMENT. Date: April 3, 2025 (All persons paddling MUST sign and return the waiver in order to paddle in the canoe)
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