Please read and be certain you understand the implications of signing. Participant(s) understands that signed waiver is valid for any Kayak/Paddleboard Rental, Guided Kayak/Paddleboard Tour, and/or Kayak/Paddleboard Lesson for our current 2022 season. I Agree I hereby acknowledge that I have voluntarily applied to participate in kayaking and/or paddleboarding (SUP) with FAM Coastal LLC, DBA Avila Beach Paddlesports. I am aware that these activities are hazardous activities, and am (and my child is) voluntarily participating in these activities with knowledge of the danger involved and hereby agree to accept any and all risks of injury or death as well as damage to property. Initials (Under 18, Parent/Legal Guardian Initials):
I Agree Rental Equipment and Use Agreement: Participant(s) agree(s) to inspect all equipment before use and ask questions of facility employees if participant does not fully understand how to use and/or operate the equipment. Participant accepts any equipment AS IS and agrees to return any equipment before use that is believed to be damaged or defective for replacement or repair. Participant acknowledges receipt of rental equipment for self AND participants registered under name. Participant accepts responsibility for the same while in possession and agrees to return all equipment at or before the termination of the scheduled rental time and/or tour period. Participant understands they will be liable for up to the full replacement value of rental equipment not returned and for any extra charges (or full replacement value) if the equipment is damaged beyond normal wear or destroyed beyond repair. I Agree Declaration of Fitness Agreement: Furthermore, I hereby declare that I am physically fit and that I have no physical or mental condition(s) that should preclude me from participating in my chosen activity, that I am not participating against medical advice or treatment. I further declare that in the event that I feel ill or unwell, have any physical complaints whatsoever or if an injury is sustained of any kind during the course of the chosen activity(s), I will notify the guide (if applicable) immediately or end the activity voluntarily, even if it is before the scheduled end time. I declare that I am able to swim independently and prepared to participate in a watersport. I Agree Wildlife Viewing Guidelines and Stewardship Agreement: I agree to be respectful of all wildlife and abide by all regulations and guidelines for responsible wildlife viewing. I understand that I am solely responsible for any citations, fines, or other punitive measures for any violation and release FAM Coastal LLC and staff from all liability. I understand that disturbing wildlife, including sea otters, seals, and sea lions is a federal violation of the Marine Mammal Protection Act and can also causes the animal stress and harm. This includes waking up sleeping animals, approaching animals too closely and causing them to "flush" from their resting area of rocks, docks, and kelp beds, pursuing animals, touching animals, moving them from a location, etc. I understand that I can report sick or injured wildlife to Harbor Patrol, Marine Mammal Rescue Center, or Pacific Wildlife Care Center. I understand that disturbing wildlife is cause for staff to terminate my activity. I agree to not dispose of trash in any location other than designated waste receptacles. I Agree Agreement, Assumptions of Risk and Liability Release: In consideration of the risk of injury and/or property damage while participating in kayaking and/or paddleboarding, and as consideration for the right to rent equipment and/or participate in a guided tour or lesson (Activity), I (Participant) hereby, for myself, my heirs, executors, administrators, assigns, personal representatives, knowingly and voluntarily enter this waiver and release of liability and hereby waive any and all rights, claims or causes of action or any kinds whatsoever arising out of my participation in the Activity, and do hereby release and forever discharge FAM Coastal LLC, DBA Avila Beach Paddlesports (hereafter referred to ABP), their affiliates, managers, agents, attorneys, staff, employees, volunteers, heirs, representatives, predecessors, successors and assigns, sponsors and advertisers for any physical or psychological injury, including but not limited to illness, paralysis, death damages, economical or emotional loss that I may suffer from any activity related to my participation in chosen activity, including travel to and from the shop location. I Agree I do hereby affirm and acknowledge that I have been fully informed of the inherent risks and hazards associated with kayaking and paddleboarding (SUP) activities. Inherent risks and hazards include but are not limited to: 1) Risk of injury from the activity and equipment utilized in kayaking/paddleboarding/stand up paddleboarding is significant, including the potential for permanent disability and death. 2) Cuts, broken bones, and other injuries. 3) Exposure to water hydraulics or currents, hidden or obvious obstructions, and/or debris found that can cause drowning or other harm. 4) Possible equipment failure and/or malfunction of my own or others' equipment. 5) My own negligence and/or the negligence of others, including but not limited to operator error. 6) Hazards related to kayaking/paddleboarding/SUP, which include but are not limited to collision, capsizing, sinking, or other hazards that may result in exposure to the elements, hypothermia, impact of the body on water and/or upon rocks and/or beaches, injection of water into my body orifices, marine life forms, and/or drowning. 7) Cold water and heat-related injuries and illness including but not limited to hypothermia, hyperthermia, heat exhaustion, heat stroke, sunburn, and/or dehydration. 8) Exposure to outdoor elements, including but not limited to inclement weather, lightening, severe and/or varied wind, temperature, rapidly changing weather conditions, regardless of weather and/or wind forecast. 9) Attack by or encounter with insects, marine life forms and/or animals. Please note: if Participant(s) use an INHALER and/or require EPINEPHRINE (EpiPen), they are responsible for bringing their medication for self-administration during the entire activity. FAM Coastal LLC does not provide inhalers or epinephrine medications. 10) Accidents or illness occurring in remote places where rescue may be distant and time-consuming at best. 11) Fatigue, chill, and/or dizziness, which may diminish Particpant's reaction time and increase the risk of accident. 12) Participant's sense of balance, physical coordination, and ability to follow instructions. 13) Exposure to airborne viruses or illnesses. I understand the description of these risks is not complete and that unknown or unanticipated risks may result in injury, illness, or death. I knowingly and freely assume all such risks, both known and unknown, even if arising from the negligence of the FAM Coastal, LLC and its DBA's. I assume full responsibility for my participation. In the event that I file a lawsuit against FAM Coastal, LLC, I agree to do so solely in the United States District Court for the Central District of California, Western Division. I hereby irrevocably waive any other jursidiction or venue to which I or my estate might otherwise have been entitled. I agree to submit to the jurisdiction of the California courts. I agree that if any portion of this agreement/contract is found to be void or unenforceable, the remaining portion shall remain in full force and effect; this document is intended to be interpreted as broadly as possible. A copy of this release contract can be used as if it was the original. I Agree * I have read this entire Participant Agreement, Express Assumption of Risks and Liability Release, and Declaration of Fitness and I fully understand its terms and understand that I have given up legal rights by signing it. I sign it freely and voluntarily without any inducement.
December 21, 2024
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