For safety and planning reasons, Summer Skills rowing camps are designed for rowers with some prior experience in a rowing shell. If you're brand new to all of this, don't fret — BIR also offers a series of Try Rowing summer camps.

Click here to see the full BIR summer camp lineup including links to register. Registration for Try Rowing camps is being run through our friends at BI Parks & Rec this year.  

Returning BIR Rowers

The following fields are optional unless you have NEW or UPDATED information to be added to your account. BIR communications will only be sent to rowers and up to to 2 listed Parents/ Guardians. 

• Mailing Address
• Headshot upload
• Medical Eligibility Form (valid 2 years)
• Parent/ Guardian 1 (primary parent and billing contact)
• Parent/ Guardian 2 (optional)
• Emergency Contact

— Athlete Information —

An ahtlete's personal contact information is used for team communications between your rower and their coach via the REMIND app. This is a SafeSport sanctioned communication method. 

If your rower does not have their own phone number, an email will work. Enter "000-0000000" for their phone number. DO NOT list a parent's phone number here. 

Returning BIR Rowers

The following fields are optional unless you have NEW or UPDATED information:

• Mailing Address
• Headshot upload
• Medical Eligibility Form (valid 2 years)

Medical Elligibility

The WIAA Physical Examination Form is to be filled out by a medical provider and kept in the athlete's medical chart as part of their private medical record. Only the Medical Eligibility Form is required for BIR documentation.

Providers may have their own forms. Any version of this information is acceptible as long as it has been signed by a provider. Signed forms are valid for 2 years. 

• For your medical provider: WIAA Physical Examination Form
• For your provider to fill out and sign for BIR: WIAA Medical Elligibility Form

— Parent/ Guardian Information —

BIR email updates will only be sent to 1) rowers and 2) up to two Parents/ Guardians on file.

• Parent/ Guardian 1 should be your primary billing contact. They will receive BIR email updates. 
• Parent/ Guardian 2 is optional. They will receive BIR email updates. 
• Emergency Contact should be someone other than Parents/ Guardians already listed. They will not receive routine BIR communications. 

Returning Rowers

The following fields are optional unless you have NEW or UPDATED information:

• Parent/ Guardian 1 (primary parent and billing contact)
• Parent/ Guardian 2 (optional)
• Emergency Contact

Parent/ Guardian 1

Primary adult contact and billing contact

Parent/ Guardian 2 (optional)

Emergency Contact

BIR will attempt to contact listed parents/ guardians first.

— Signatures Required —

** Please have your rower present for this section **

Waiver of Liability

Consent and Release from Liability

IN CONSIDERATION of being given the opportunity to participate in any Bainbridge Island Rowing (hereinafter “BIR”) activities (“Activity or Activities”) I, for myself, my personal representatives, assigns, heirs, and next of kin: 

I ACKNOWLEDGE, agree, and represent that I understand the nature of rowing activities, both on water and land based; that I am qualified, in good health, and in proper physical condition to participate in such Activity; and that I am a qualified and competent swimmer. 

I FULLY UNDERSTAND that: (a) ROWING ACTIVITIES INVOLVE INHERENT RISKS AND DANGERS of communicable disease(s), serious bodily injury, including permanent disability, paralysis, and death; and property damage ("Risks); (b) these Risks and dangers may be caused by my own actions, or inactions, the actions or inactions of others participating in the Activity, the condition in which the Activity takes place, or the negligence of the Releasees named below; (c) by entering the premises and participating in rowing-related and sponsored activities that there are risks to me and to those with whom I interact of exposure, directly or indirectly, to communicable disease(s) including but not limited to the virus “severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV2)”, “COVID-19”, and/or any mutation or variation thereof; (d) there may be other risks and social and economic losses either not known to me or not readily foreseeable at this time; and I FULLY ACCEPT AND ASSUME ALL SUCH RISKS AND ALL RESPONSIBILITY FOR LOSSES, COSTS, AND DAMAGES I incur as a result of my participation in BIR Activities. 

I AGREE AND WARRANT that I will examine and inspect each Activity in which I take part as a member of BIR and that if I observe any condition, which I consider to be unacceptably hazardous or dangerous, I will notify the proper authority in charge of the Activity and will refuse to take part in the Activity until the condition has been corrected to my satisfaction. 

I AFFIRM I will comply with the BIR policies as they relate to communicable diseases.

I HEREBY RELEASE, discharge, and covenant not to sue BIR, its officers, directors, members, volunteers, employees, and agents (hereinafter “Releasees”) from all liability, claims, demands, losses, or damages of any kind or nature which may arise out of, result from, or relate in any way to my participation in BIR Activities, including claims caused or alleged to be caused in whole or in part by the negligence of the Releasees or otherwise, whether on the water or off, including negligent rescue operations. 

I further agree that if, despite this release and waiver of liability, assumption of risk, and indemnity agreement, I, or anyone on my behalf, makes a claim against any of the Releasees, I WILL INDEMNIFY, SAVE, AND HOLD HARMLESS each of the Releasees from any litigation expenses, attorney fees, loss, liability, damage, or cost which any may occur as a result of such claim, to the fullest extent permitted by law. 

By my electronic signature, I warrant that: (1) I have read this agreement and fully understand its terms and the fact that I will be giving up substantial rights; (2) I have signed this agreement freely and without inducement or assurances of any nature; (3) I intend for this to be a complete and unconditional release of all liability to the greatest extent allowed by law; (4) that if any portion of this agreement is held to be invalid, the remainder shall continue in full force and effect; and (5) I understand that the terms of this release are unlimited in duration and cover any and all BIR Activities that I participate in now and at any time in the future.

AND I, the minor’s parent and/or legal guardian, understand the nature of rowing activities and the minor’s experience and capabilities and believe the minor to be qualified to participate in such activity.  I hereby release, discharge, covenant not to sue, and AGREE TO INDEMNIFY AND SAVE AND HOLD HARMLESS each of the Releasees from all liability, claims, demands, losses, or damages on the minor’s account caused or alleged to be caused in whole or part by the negligence of the Releasees or otherwise, including negligent rescue operations, and further agree that if, despite this release, I, the minor, or anyone on the minor’s behalf make a claim against any of the above Releasees, I WILL INDEMNIFY, SAVE, AND HOLD HARMLESS each of the Releasees from any litigation expenses, attorney fees, loss, liability, damages, or cost any may occur as the result of any such claim, to the fullest extent permitted by law.  

By my electronic signature, I warrant that: (1) I have read this agreement and fully understand its terms and the fact that I will be giving up substantial rights; (2) I have signed this agreement freely and without inducement or assurances of any nature; (3) I intend for this to be a complete and unconditional release of all liability to the greatest extent allowed by law; (4) that if any portion of this agreement is held to be invalid, the remainder shall continue in full force and effect.

Code of Conduct

Bainbridge Island Rowing (BIR) is an inclusive and welcoming place. As a member of BIR, I understand that my behavior and conduct is a reflection of BIR. I understand it is a privilege and not a right to be a part of the team.

BIR has adopted both the US Rowing SafeSport Policy as well as its own SafeSport policy in accordance with guidance from the US Center for SafeSport.  

• I will show respect at all times towards those within the BIR community (teammates, coaches, coxswains, staff, parents, chaperones, volunteers), the boathouse, and equipment. See BIR Member Expectations 
• I understand that misconduct will not be tolerated. I will not bully, harass, or abuse (sexually, physically, verbally, or emotionally) anyone, in accordance with all laws and SafeSport policy. This includes derogatory comments or gestures.
• I understand that I also represent BIR in my online interactions and that all SafeSport rules around bullying and harassment also apply in that domain.
• I will refrain from all illegal activities including but not limited to underage drinking and drugs at BIR sponsored activities.
• I understand that any items construed as weapons are strictly prohibited at BIR sponsored activities.
• I will complete the annual SafeSport training required by USRowing and BIR.

I understand that this list is not exhaustive and that any incidents will be handled on a case-by-case basis to determine the appropriate course of action.

Corrective actions (actions may vary depending on severity of incident)

1. Verbal warning documented and sent to safesport@bainbridgerowing.org.
2. Meeting with the member, parents/guardians if applicable, Coach, and SafeSport Coordinator. The goal of this meeting is to share perspectives, determine consequences, and establish accountability. Member may be suspended from all rowing and member privileges during this process.
3. Member privileges may be terminated for the remainder of the season; fees will be forfeited. The way forward will be determined by the Coach, Head Coach, member and parents/guardians if applicable.

Reporting/Grievance Procedures

• Report incidents of alleged child abuse or child sexual abuse to local law enforcement (9-1-1), US SafeSport, and the BIR SafeSport Incident Report. 
• Report incidents of alleged sexual misconduct to US SafeSport and the BIR SafeSport Incident Report. 
• Report incidents of alleged non-sexual misconduct to the BIR SafeSport Incident Report. 

By signing below, I agree to this CODE of CONDUCT and understand that failing to comply will result in disciplinary actions as outlined above.

As parent(s)/guardian(s) of a BIR youth, I agree to uphold this code of conduct. By signing below I acknowledge my understanding of this code and the disciplinary actions set forth for failure to comply.

Authorization for Emergency Treatment

As Parent and/or Guardian of the named athlete, I hereby authorize the diagnosis and treatment by a qualified and licensed medical professional, of the minor child, in the event of a medical emergency, which in the opinion of the attending medical professional, requires immediate attention to prevent further endangerment of the minor’s life, physical disfigurement, physical impairment, or other undue pain, suffering or discomfort, if delayed.

Permission is hereby granted to the attending physician to proceed with any medical or minor surgical treatment, x-ray examination and immunizations (i.e. tetanus shot) for the named athlete. In the event of an emergency arising out of serious illness, the need for major surgery, or significant accidental injury, I understand that every attempt will be made by the attending physician to contact me in the most expeditious way possible. This authorization is granted only after a reasonable effort has been made to reach me.

Permission is also granted to Bainbridge Island Rowing and its affiliates including Directors, Coaches, and Team Parents to provide the needed emergency treatment prior to the child’s admission to the medical facility.

Release authorized on the dates and/or duration of the registered season.

This release is authorized and executed of my own free will, with the sole purpose of authorizing medical treatment under emergency circumstances, for the protection of life and limb of the named minor child, in my absence.

Photo Release

Throughout the season BIR likes to share photos of our team with our community via news releases and social media. Youth rowers are never identified by name in these images without parent approval.

If you opt out of the photo release, know that any photos that include your rower as part of a larger group will be disqualified from publication. The most common group photos include full boat lineups and BIR team photos. 

 — Next Steps —

Keep an eye out for a welcome email once summer rowing fees have been applied to your iCrew account. Payment for summer camps is due in full 7 days before each camp session begins. 

Questions about the registration process or BIR programs?
Help is an email away: admin@bainbridgerowing.org