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.
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: May 19, 2024 (All persons paddling MUST sign and return the waiver in order to paddle in the canoe)
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