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Manatee County Gun and Archery Club

DATED: November 7, 2026

   

Use of Property & Assumption of Risk

The undersigned agrees to use the facilities ( “facilities”) and the real property located at 1805 Logue Road, Myakka City, Florida ( “Property”) at his/her own risk. The Property are owned by Manatee County Gun and Archery Club, Inc. (“Club” or “Owner”).

Some activities conducted on the Property are operated by third-party licensees or lessees with permission to conduct certain training or events.

The undersigned acknowledges that the facilities and Property are used to operate firearms and archery shooting range(s) and related activities. The undersigned acknowledges that the use of firearms and archery equipment is inherently dangerous and may result in serious injury or death whether or not the undersigned participates. The undersigned voluntarily accepts all risks of participating in or observing activities conducted upon the Property, and all hazards that may exist in or upon the Property or at any facility, whether known or unknown, including lightning.

The undersigned unconditionally assumes all risks of damage or injury to himself/herself and others (including without limitation, personal injury, death, and property damage) relating to, caused by, arising out of, or in any way connected with their participation in or observation of activities upon the Property or their presence, conduct, or activities on, in, or about the Property, including lightning. This assumption shall apply regardless of the fault or negligence of any employee, agent, officer, director, member or guest of the Club, the Owner and any of its licensees and lessees, and regardless of whether the damage or injury suffered is foreseeable or could have been prevented, including lightning.

Release & Covenant Not to Sue

The undersigned unconditionally agrees that, regardless of the fault or negligence of any employee, agent, officer, director, member or guest of the Club, or the Owner or any of the Club’s or Owner’s licensees or lessees (excluding willful and unlawful misconduct), they will never make any claim or demand against the Club or Owner or any of their respective officers, directors, members, employees, licensees, or lessees for any injuries or damages (including without limitation, personal injury, death and damage to property) relating to, caused by, arising out of, or in any way connected with their participation in activities conducted upon the Property or their presence, conduct or activities on, in, or about the Property including lightning.

The undersigned unconditionally forever releases and discharges the Club, any employee, agent, officer, director, member or guest of the Club, the Owner and any of the Club’s or Owner’s licensees or lessees (excluding willful and unlawful misconduct) from and with respect to all damages, losses, claims, demands, costs, expenses, suits, obligations, and liabilities of whatever kind, which the undersigned relating to, caused by, arising out of, or in any way connected with the fault or negligence of any employee, officer, director, member or guest, licensee, or lessee of the Club or Owner related to their participation in activities~~ conducted upon the Property or at any facility~~, or their presence, conduct or activities on, in, or about the Property, including lightning.

Safety Rules

The undersigned acknowledges that they understand and will comply with all rules for the safe handling of firearms and archery equipment and represents that any firearm or archery equipment used upon the Property is in good working order. The Club promulgates and enforces additional rules and safety guidelines designed to promote the safety of all participants and persons on the Property. The undersigned agrees to follow all safety rules and obey all commands of any Range Safety Officer (“RSO”) while on the Property, using any facility, or participating in any activity. Failure to comply may subject the undersigned to immediate removal from the Property. The Club cannot and shall not be deemed to guarantee the undersigned’s safety or protection from injury or damage, including lightning.

Drug & Alcohol Prohibition Clause

I, the undersigned participant, acknowledge and agree that the use of firearms and archery equipment requires full cognitive and physical ability to ensure the safety of myself and others. As such, I expressly acknowledge and agree to the following:

Prohibition of Drugs and Alcohol: I understand and agree that the use, possession, or being under the influence of alcohol, illegal drugs, or any impairing substances—including but not limited to prescription or over-the-counter medications that may cause drowsiness, dizziness, or otherwise impair judgment—is strictly prohibited while engaging in any shooting, archery, or related activities at MGAC facilities.

Right to Refuse Participation: The Club reserves the right to refuse participation, remove, or deny entry to any individual suspected of being under the influence of any substance that may impair their ability to safely handle firearms or archery equipment. Such determination shall be made at the sole discretion of Club staff, range officers, or authorized personnel, and their decision shall be final.

Acknowledgment of Personal Responsibility: I acknowledge that it is my responsibility to ensure that I am in a fit and sober state before engaging in any activities at the Club. I further understand that any violation of this policy may result in immediate removal from the premises, suspension, or permanent revocation of membership or access privileges, at the discretion of the Club.

Assumption of Risk: I fully understand and acknowledge that the improper use of firearms or archery equipment, particularly while under the influence of any impairing substance, significantly increases the risk of serious injury, death, or property damage. I voluntarily assume all risks associated with my participation and agree to hold the Club, its officers, directors, employees, members, volunteers, and affiliated entities harmless from any liability arising from my violation of this clause.

Prohibited Ammunition, Targets, and Responsibility for Resulting Damage

The use of the following ammunition and targets on Club property is strictly prohibited: tracer rounds; steel-core ammunition on steel targets; armor-piercing ammunition; “dragon’s breath”, bolo, or flechette shells; incendiary, explosive, or pyrotechnic ammunition; and exploding or reactive targets (including, but not limited to, binary or chemical targets). This prohibition also applies to any ammunition, target, or device with similar incendiary, explosive, reactive, or fire-causing characteristics.

The undersigned acknowledges and agrees that any fire, damage, repair cost, or other loss—whether to Club property, surrounding land, structures, equipment, or third-party property—resulting from the use or attempted use of prohibited ammunition or targets shall be the sole financial responsibility of the undersigned, regardless of intent. Such use may also result in loss of access or future use of the Club.

Consent

You consent to receive electronic communications, including confirmations, receipts, updates, and other Club information and may opt out at any time.

I, the undersigned participant, acknowledge and agree that the Club may capture photographs, video recordings, or other media of individuals participating in activities, events, or programs held at the Club facilities. By signing this agreement, I grant the Club and its representatives the irrevocable right and permission to use, publish, reproduce, and distribute such media in any format, including but not limited to print, digital, and social media platforms, for promotional, marketing, educational, or other lawful purposes, without the need for further approval or compensation.

I further waive any right to inspect or approve the final use of such media and release the Club and its affiliates from any claims related to the use, alteration, or distribution of these materials. I understand that if I do not wish to be photographed or recorded, it is my responsibility to notify the Club in writing prior to participation.


THE UNDERSIGNED’S ELECTRONIC SIGNATURE OR ACKNOWLEDGMENT SHALL BE AN ORIGINAL FOR ALL PURPOSES.

READ AND UNDERSTOOD BY THE UNDERSIGNED:

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Parent(s) or court-appointed legal guardian(s) must sign for any participating minor (those under 18 years of age) and agree that they and the minor are subject to all the terms of this document, as set forth above.


By signing below the Parent or Court-Appointed Legal Guardian agrees that they are also subject to all the terms of this document, as set forth above.
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 By checking here, you are consenting to the use of your electronic signature in lieu of an original signature on paper. You have the right to request that you sign a paper copy instead. By checking here, you are waiving that right. After consent, you may, upon written request to us, obtain a paper copy of an electronic record. No fee will be charged for such copy and no special hardware or software is required to view it. Your agreement to use an electronic signature with us for any documents will continue until such time as you notify us in writing that you no longer wish to use an electronic signature. There is no penalty for withdrawing your consent. You should always make sure that we have a current email address in order to contact you regarding any changes, if necessary.


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