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CHESAPEAKE BOATING ACADEMY - BOATING COURSE WAIVER, INDEMNIFICATION AND PHOTO RELEASE

Participation in this course requires physical stamina, motor coordination, and mental alertness. The undersigned hereby attests that he/she has no known physical or mental limitations and has not used any form of alcohol, prescription or non-prescription drugs that could impair his/her performance in this course. Participants under 18 years of age must have this form signed by a parent or guardian.

Participants further acknowledge that boating activities occur in a marine environment which may include vessel motion, wakes, wind, waves, wet surfaces, and other environmental conditions which increase the risk of slips, falls, or other physical injury. Participants voluntarily assume all risks associated with their physical ability to safely board, move about, and participate in activities aboard a vessel. Chesapeake Boating Academy, its captains, instructors, employees, contractors, agents, and affiliated personnel shall not be responsible for injuries resulting from a participant’s physical condition, mobility limitations, balance limitations, fatigue, dehydration, seasickness, or undisclosed medical conditions.

Participant acknowledges that this boating course is conducted aboard vessels owned and operated by Chesapeake Boating Academy and that participation may occur on navigable waters of the United States subject to federal maritime and admiralty jurisdiction. This agreement shall be governed by the General Maritime Law of the United States and, where applicable, the laws of the State of Maryland.

READ CAREFULLY: THIS SECTION IS A LEGAL RELEASE, ASSUMPTION OF RISK, WAIVER AND COVENANT NOT TO SUE AGREEMENT

In consideration of Chesapeake Boating Academy, the owner of the training boat, and the owner of the facility and waters upon which training occurs, including each of their members, employees, officers, captains and/or agents (the "Course Providers"), furnishing services, equipment, and/or curriculum to enable me to participate in the Boating Course, I agree as follows:

I fully understand and acknowledge that:

(a) There are DANGERS AND RISK OF INJURY, DAMAGE, OR DEATH that exist in my use of boats and boating equipment and my participation in the Boating Course activities;

(b) My participation in such activities and/or use of such equipment may result in injury or illness including, but not limited to, BODILY INJURY, DISEASE, STRAINS, FRACTURES, PARTIAL OR TOTAL PARALYSIS, OTHER AILMENTS THAT COULD CAUSE SERIOUS DISABILITY, OR DEATH;

(c) These risks and dangers may be caused by the negligence of the Boating Course Providers; the negligence of others, including other Boating Course participants; and may arise from foreseeable or unforeseeable causes; and

(d) By participating in these activities and/or using the equipment, I, on behalf of myself, my personal representatives and my heirs, hereby assume all risks and all responsibility, and agree to release the Boating Course Providers for any injuries, losses and/or damages, including those caused solely or in part by the negligence of the Safety Course Providers, or any other person.

If I have brought a boat to use the Safety Course, I also agree that this release applies to any damage that occurs to it during the Boating Course.

Participants acknowledge that boating instruction may involve vessel maneuvering, docking, and practical vessel handling activities that carry inherent risks associated with vessel operation and marine environments. Participants voluntarily assume these risks as part of the instructional nature of the boating course.

I agree and understand that, on behalf of myself, my personal representatives and my heirs, I am relinquishing any and all rights I now have or may have in the future to sue the Boating Course Providers for any and all injury, damage, or death I may suffer arising from boat riding or its equipment, including claims based on the Safety Course Providers' negligence.

Participant further agrees that this waiver and release is intended to be as broad and inclusive as permitted under applicable maritime law and the laws of the State of Maryland and that if any portion of this agreement is held invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

I have read this release agreement and by signing at the end of this form I agree it is my intention to assume all risk and release the above named safety course providers from liability for personal injury, property damage or wrongful death caused by negligence or any other cause.

I have had the opportunity to ask any questions about the above waiver and release and I understand its terms and meaning.

READ CAREFULLY: THIS SECTION IS AN INDEMNIFICATION AND HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT

In consideration of Chesapeake Boating Academy and the training sponsor, the owner of the training vessel, and the owner of the facility and waters upon which training occurs, including their members, employees, officers and/or agents (the "Safety Course Providers"), furnishing services, equipment, and/or curriculum to enable me to participate in the Boating Safety Course, I agree as follows:

I, on behalf of myself, my personal representatives and my heirs, agree to hold harmless, defend, and indemnify the Boating Course Providers from any and all claims, suits, or causes of action by others for bodily injury, property damage, or other damages which may arise out of my use of boats and boating equipment or my participation in the Boating Safety Course activities, including claims arising from the Safety Course Providers' or any other party's negligence.

This indemnification obligation specifically includes claims brought by third parties, other course participants, marina operators, passengers, or insurance carriers and includes reimbursement of reasonable attorneys’ fees, legal costs, and expenses incurred by the Course Providers in defending such claims.

Participants acknowledge that Chesapeake Boating Academy instructors and Captains retain full authority over vessel operations and safety decisions during the boating course and participants agree to comply with all safety instructions provided by course instructors.

I have read this indemnification and hold harmless agreement and by signing at the end of this form, I agree it is my intention to accept legal responsibility and pay for any loss for claims or lawsuits against the above named boating course providers arising from my participation in the boating safety course. 

I have had the opportunity to ask any questions about the indemnification and hold harmless section and I understand its terms and meaning.

ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF AGREEMENT

By signing below, I acknowledge that I have carefully read and fully understand this entire Boating Course Waiver & Indemnification Agreement. I understand that this document contains a release of liability, assumption of risk, waiver, covenant not to sue, and indemnification agreement.

I understand that by signing this agreement I am voluntarily giving up substantial legal rights, including the right to bring claims against Chesapeake Boating Academy, its owners, captains, instructors, employees, contractors, agents, and affiliated personnel for personal injury, property damage, or wrongful death arising from participation in the boating course.

I acknowledge that my signature below constitutes acceptance of all terms and conditions contained within this entire document and that this agreement shall be binding upon me and my heirs, personal representatives, and assigns.    

CONSENT AND RELEASE FOR USE OF IMAGE, VOICE AND/OR NAME

I, the undersigned, hereby grant to Chesapeake Boating Academy (“CBA”), the right and permission to use my name, image, photograph, voice, likeness and/or personal information, in connection with motion pictures, sound recordings, photographs, publications and/or other media, including use on a website, without further notice to me and for consideration which I hereby acknowledge. I shall have no right of approval and no claim arising out of the use, alteration, distortion or illusionary effect, or use in any composite form, of my image, likeness, voice, name or personal information.

In connection with participation in a Boating Course, Captain, Course Operator, or affiliate may take photographs and video of the PARTICIPANT and BOAT. The PARTICIPANT agrees that Chesapeake Boating Academy (“CBA”)shall have:

  1. The unlimited right and permission to use, distribute, publish, exhibit, digitize, broadcast, display, and reproduce PARTICIPANT’s likeness, name, picture, and voice (“Likeness”) anywhere in the world for any purpose including, without limitation, advertising and trade, in connection with the Boating Course and other services offered by Chesapeake Boating Academy;
  2. Sole ownership and sole authority over the content of any advertisements, promotions and other materials which may contain PARTICIPANT’s Likeness; and;
  3. All ownership rights, including copyright and all other intellectual property rights of any advertisement, promotions, and any other materials produced by Chesapeake Boating Academy or at the before mentioned direction. 

The PARTICIPANT hereby irrevocably authorizes Chesapeake Boating Academy (“CBA”) to edit, alter, copy, exhibit, publish or distribute any image, audio, and/or video with PARTICIPANT’s Likeness for any lawful purpose. The PARTICIPANT will receive no notice of the use of the Likeness, and has voluntarily agreed to have his/her picture taken and/or voice recorded and waives the right to inspect or approve the finished product, including any written or electronic copy. Additionally, the PARTICIPANT waives any right to any claim of royalties, consideration, or other compensation and any other claims (including, without limitation, claims based upon invasion of privacy, defamation, or right of publicity) arising out of or related to the production, exhibition, or other use of the images, audio, and/or video captured.

I release Chesapeake Boating Academy (“CBA”) and its assignees from any claims that may arise, regarding the use of my image, name, voice, likeness, or personal information for libel, defamation, invasion of privacy, right of publicity, or infringement of copyright. This release shall be binding upon my heirs, executors, and administrators.

Date: October 6, 2026

First Participant's Name
First Name*
Last Name*
Phone*
First Participant's Age Acknowledgment*
First Participant's Date of Birth*
Date of Birth
I certify that I am 18 years of age or older
First Participant's Information

Participant's Consent and Release for Use of Image, Voice and/or Name

I release Chesapeake Boating Academy (“CBA”) and its assigns from any claims that may arise, regarding the use of my image, name, voice, likeness, or personal information for libel, defamation, invasion of privacy, right of publicity, or infringement of copyright. This release shall be binding upon my heirs, executors, and administrators.*
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First Participant's Signature*
Second Participant's Name
First Name*
Last Name*
Participant's Date of Birth*
Date of Birth
Information

Participant's Consent and Release for Use of Image, Voice and/or Name

I release Chesapeake Boating Academy (“CBA”) and its assigns from any claims that may arise, regarding the use of my image, name, voice, likeness, or personal information for libel, defamation, invasion of privacy, right of publicity, or infringement of copyright. This release shall be binding upon my heirs, executors, and administrators.*
I Will Allow
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Third Participant's Name
First Name*
Last Name*
Participant's Date of Birth*
Date of Birth
Information

Participant's Consent and Release for Use of Image, Voice and/or Name

I release Chesapeake Boating Academy (“CBA”) and its assigns from any claims that may arise, regarding the use of my image, name, voice, likeness, or personal information for libel, defamation, invasion of privacy, right of publicity, or infringement of copyright. This release shall be binding upon my heirs, executors, and administrators.*
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Fourth Participant's Name
First Name*
Last Name*
Participant's Date of Birth*
Date of Birth
Information

Participant's Consent and Release for Use of Image, Voice and/or Name

I release Chesapeake Boating Academy (“CBA”) and its assigns from any claims that may arise, regarding the use of my image, name, voice, likeness, or personal information for libel, defamation, invasion of privacy, right of publicity, or infringement of copyright. This release shall be binding upon my heirs, executors, and administrators.*
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Fifth Participant's Name
First Name*
Last Name*
Participant's Date of Birth*
Date of Birth
Information

Participant's Consent and Release for Use of Image, Voice and/or Name

I release Chesapeake Boating Academy (“CBA”) and its assigns from any claims that may arise, regarding the use of my image, name, voice, likeness, or personal information for libel, defamation, invasion of privacy, right of publicity, or infringement of copyright. This release shall be binding upon my heirs, executors, and administrators.*
I Will Allow
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Sixth Participant's Name
First Name*
Last Name*
Participant's Date of Birth*
Date of Birth
Information

Participant's Consent and Release for Use of Image, Voice and/or Name

I release Chesapeake Boating Academy (“CBA”) and its assigns from any claims that may arise, regarding the use of my image, name, voice, likeness, or personal information for libel, defamation, invasion of privacy, right of publicity, or infringement of copyright. This release shall be binding upon my heirs, executors, and administrators.*
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Seventh Participant's Name
First Name*
Last Name*
Participant's Date of Birth*
Date of Birth
Information

Participant's Consent and Release for Use of Image, Voice and/or Name

I release Chesapeake Boating Academy (“CBA”) and its assigns from any claims that may arise, regarding the use of my image, name, voice, likeness, or personal information for libel, defamation, invasion of privacy, right of publicity, or infringement of copyright. This release shall be binding upon my heirs, executors, and administrators.*
I Will Allow
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Eighth Participant's Name
First Name*
Last Name*
Participant's Date of Birth*
Date of Birth
Information

Participant's Consent and Release for Use of Image, Voice and/or Name

I release Chesapeake Boating Academy (“CBA”) and its assigns from any claims that may arise, regarding the use of my image, name, voice, likeness, or personal information for libel, defamation, invasion of privacy, right of publicity, or infringement of copyright. This release shall be binding upon my heirs, executors, and administrators.*
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Ninth Participant's Name
First Name*
Last Name*
Participant's Date of Birth*
Date of Birth
Information

Participant's Consent and Release for Use of Image, Voice and/or Name

I release Chesapeake Boating Academy (“CBA”) and its assigns from any claims that may arise, regarding the use of my image, name, voice, likeness, or personal information for libel, defamation, invasion of privacy, right of publicity, or infringement of copyright. This release shall be binding upon my heirs, executors, and administrators.*
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Tenth Participant's Name
First Name*
Last Name*
Participant's Date of Birth*
Date of Birth
Information

Participant's Consent and Release for Use of Image, Voice and/or Name

I release Chesapeake Boating Academy (“CBA”) and its assigns from any claims that may arise, regarding the use of my image, name, voice, likeness, or personal information for libel, defamation, invasion of privacy, right of publicity, or infringement of copyright. This release shall be binding upon my heirs, executors, and administrators.*
I Will Allow
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Parent or Guardian's Email Address
Email*
Confirm Email*
Emergency Contact
First Name*
Last Name*
Emergency Contact's Phone Number*
Emergency Contact's Relation to Participant
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.
Parent or Guardian's Name
First Name*
Last Name*
Relationship*
Phone*
Parent or Guardian's Age Acknowledgment*
Parent or Guardian's Date of Birth*
Date of Birth
I certify that I am 18 years of age or older
Parent or Guardian's Information

Participant's Consent and Release for Use of Image, Voice and/or Name

I release Chesapeake Boating Academy (“CBA”) and its assigns from any claims that may arise, regarding the use of my image, name, voice, likeness, or personal information for libel, defamation, invasion of privacy, right of publicity, or infringement of copyright. This release shall be binding upon my heirs, executors, and administrators.*
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Parent or Guardian's Signature*
Electronic Signature Consent*
 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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