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Diver’s Den – Powered by Portsmouth Scuba

Official Bylaws & Memorandum of Understanding

BYLAWS

Article I – Name

The name of this organization shall be Diver’s Den, operating under the designation “Powered by Portsmouth Scuba.”

Article II – Purpose

The purpose of Diver’s Den is to foster a strong, active, and inclusive community of scuba divers; promote safe and responsible diving practices in accordance with PADI standards; encourage participation in local and international diving activities; support continuing diver education and skill development; promote environmental stewardship and responsible interaction with marine ecosystems; provide opportunities for social engagement and community building; and strengthen the connection between the diving community and Portsmouth Scuba.

Article III – Affiliation

Diver’s Den is a community-driven organization supported by Portsmouth Scuba and does not operate as a retail or commercial dive business.

Article IV – Membership

Membership is open to individuals aged 21 or older. Two membership levels (names TBD) exist, both with equal voting rights and eligibility for leadership roles. Dues, if any, are determined by leadership. Members must adhere to safe diving practices.

Article V – Leadership Structure

The voting board consists of six officers: President, Dive Coordinator, Event Coordinator, Treasurer, Secretary, and Social Media Coordinator. The Portsmouth Scuba Liaison serves as a non-voting member with tie-breaking authority. Officers are elected annually. Officers may be removed by majority vote of the board; in the event of a tie, the liaison breaks the vote.

Article VI – Activities

Activities include dives, social events, education, and travel. All diving follows PADI standards. All training is conducted through Portsmouth Scuba.

Article VII – Governance

The six officers constitute the voting board. Decisions are made by majority vote.

Article VIII – Finances

Diver’s Den maintains financial independence from Portsmouth Scuba.

Article IX – Liability

All participants must complete waivers, meet certification requirements, and be medically fit to dive. All activities follow PADI standards.

Article X – Amendments

Amendments may be made by majority vote of the board. In the event of a tie, the Portsmouth Scuba Liaison may cast the tie-breaking vote.

Article XI – Meetings and Quorum

Regular meetings shall be held as determined by leadership. Board meetings shall be held at least quarterly. A quorum consists of four voting members. No official vote may occur without a quorum. Decisions are made by majority vote of those present.

MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING

1. Purpose

This MOU establishes the relationship between Diver’s Den and Portsmouth Scuba, outlining roles, responsibilities, and expectations.

2. Relationship

Diver’s Den operates as a community-driven, non-profit organization (501(c)) supported by Portsmouth Scuba and is not a commercial dive business.

3. Branding & Intellectual Property

The name 'Diver’s Den' is owned by Portsmouth Scuba. The organization operates as 'Diver’s Den – Powered by Portsmouth Scuba.' All materials must reflect this relationship. Portsmouth Scuba reserves the right to revoke branding permissions.

4. Roles and Responsibilities

Portsmouth Scuba provides guidance, training, and support. Diver’s Den manages its own leadership, events, and operations while adhering to PADI standards.

5. Training

All scuba training and certification must be conducted through Portsmouth Scuba.

6. Financial Independence

Diver’s Den maintains separate financial accounts and responsibilities.

7. Liability

All participants must complete waivers and follow PADI standards. Diver’s Den agrees not to expose Portsmouth Scuba to unnecessary risk.

8. Termination
This agreement remains in effect until terminated by either party with notice or immediately if standards are not maintained.

9. Amendments

This MOU may be amended by mutual agreement.

I agree to abide by and act in accordance with Divers Den bylaws & Memorandum of Understanding outlined above

I hereby irrevocably authorize Divers Den and Portsmouth Scuba to edit, alter, copy, exhibit, publish, or distribute photos taken during club activities, for any lawful purpose. In addition, I waive any right to inspect or approve the finished product wherein my likeness appears.

I hereby affirm that I have been advised and thoroughly informed of the inherent hazards of skin diving and scuba diving

Further, I understand that diving with compressed air involves certain inherent risks; decompression sickness, embolism, or other hyperbaric injuries can occur that require treatment in a recompression chamber. I further understand that the diving activities in which Divers Den engages in from time to time, may be conducted at a site that is remote, either by time or distance, from such a recompression chamber. I still choose to proceed with such dives in spite of the possible absence of a decompression chamber in proximity to the dive site.

I understand and agree that neither the Divers Den Club, Portsmouth Scuba nor its officers, members, agents or assigns (hereinafter referred to as "Released Parties“) may be held liable or responsible in any way for any injury, death, or damages to me or my family, heirs, or assigns that may occur as a result of my participation in this diving activity as a result of the negligence of any party, including the Released Parties, whether passive or active.

In consideration of being allowed to participate in this diving activity, I hereby personally assume all risks in connection with said activity, for any harm, injury, or damage that may befall me while I am engaged in this activity, including all risks connected therewith, whether foreseen or unforeseen.

I further save and hold harmless said organization and Released Parties from any claim or law suit by me, my family, estate, heirs, or assigns, arising out of my association with, and participation in the Divers Den Club activities.

I also understand that skin diving and scuba diving are physically strenuous activities and that I will be exerting myself during such activity, and that if I am injured as a result of a heart attack, panic, hyperventilation, etc., that I expressly assume the risk of said injuries and that I will not hold the above listed individuals or Released Parties responsible for the same.

I understand that in the course of getting to and from many shore diving sites, it will be necessary for me to negotiate treacherous terrain, steep grades, loose gravel, slippery rocks and surfaces. I understand that crossing this terrain, especially while carrying equipment can pose the risk of a fall or injury from losing my footing. I also understand that diving from a boat poses additional hazards like slippery boat decks and movement caused by wave action which could cause me to lose my footing, fall and be injured, especially while carrying or wearing equipment. In consideration of being allowed to participate in this diving activity, I hereby personally assume all risks in connection with getting to and from said activity, for any harm, injury, or damage that may befall me while I am engaged in such activity, including all risks connected with travelling to a from the dive site, whether foreseen or unforeseen

I understand that the terms herein are contractual and not a mere recital, and that I have signed this document of my own free act.

It is my intention by this instrument to exempt and release The Divers Den Club, Portsmouth Scuba, its officers and members and all related entities as defined above from all liability or responsibly whatsoever, for personal injury, property damage, or wrongful death however caused, including, but not limited to the negligence of the Released Parties whether passive or active.

I understand that it is my responsibility to plan my dive, dive my plan and remain within my certification and comfort levels on every dive regardless of others planned activities.

I have fully informed myself of the contents of this liability release and express assumption of risk by reading it before I signed it on behalf of myself and my heirs.

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