Kayak Rental Agreement between Northward Adventures, LLC, Stevens Point, Wisconsin, herein called, "Lessor," and the undersigned, herein called, "Renter." By signing this document: - Renter represents that Renter is capable of safely operating and handling the Equipment and finds it in good working order, condition and repair. Renter represents that Renter has adequate skills, knowledge and experience to safely complete the planned activity and that adequate preparations have been made to ensure safe completion of trip.
- Renter shall obey all state, federal and local Boating Regulations, laws, ordinances and lawful directives from appropriate emergency or law enforcement personnel, while operating or renting boats or equipment from Northward LLC.
- Renter shall return boats and equipment in the condition in which it was received. Minimum charges for repairs, labor and cleaning will be applied in the event rental boats or equipment require repair or excessive cleaning. Renter agrees to use all equipment for its designed purpose only.
- Renter shall bear all risk and responsibility of and for any and all damage, loss or theft of the rental boats and/or equipment, or any portions thereof, including gouges to the hull of the kayak caused by dragging the kayak over rocks, and shall pay the Lessor the full cost of repair or replacement.
- Renter shall not transport kayaks or equipment and acknowledges that any necessary transport will be provided by Lessor.
- Renter shall not permit or authorize use of kayaks or equipment by anyone other than the person who signs this agreement.
RECOGNITION OF RISK: Renter expressly acknowledges that kayaking is an activity with inherent risks of injury to persons and property. RENTER IS AWARE OF THOSE RISKS AND UNDERSTANDS THEM. Renter acknowledges that PFDs (Personal Flotation Devices) are made available and that ALL RENTERS ARE REQUIRED TO WEAR A PFD WHILE USING RENTAL BOATS AND EQUIPMENT. Renter understands that use of a PFD does not remove all risks of injury; nor does PFD use make kayaking a safe activity. Renter alone has determined the sufficiency of any safety gear or other precautions that Renter decides to take to minimize the risks of the activity. No party related to Lessor, including its owner or employees, has made any representations regarding the safety of, or the risks of, the activity. RENTER EXPRESSLY ASSUMES THE RISKS OF THE ACTIVITY. RELEASE OF LIABILITY: Renter hereby RELEASES Lessor, its owners and its employees from liability for negligence and agrees to hold the Lessor, its owner and its employees harmless from any loss, expense or cost, including attorney fees, arising out of any damages or injuries, whether to persons or property, occurring as a result of the rental or use of said kayak or equipment. This agreement constitutes the entire agreement between Lessor and Renter and no term may be waived or modified (including provision against oral modification) except in writing signed by both parties. There are no warranties, expressed or implied, by Lessor to Renter, except as contained herein, and Lessor shall not be liable for any loss or injury to Renter nor to anyone else, of any kind or however caused. This agreement is one of bailment only and Renter is not Lessor's agent while using said boat(s) or Equipment. The laws of the State of Wisconsin shall govern this agreement. NON COMPLIANCE WITH THE ABOVE AGREEMENT MAY RESULT IN CHARGES FOR LOSS OR DAMAGE. I have read and understand the above. I agree to the terms and conditions as stated. Today's Date: April 23, 2025 |