CAMP RULES & POLICIES

-       REGISTRATION Fees must be pre-paid to guarantee a spot for your child. 

-       Unused sessions are non-refundable.

-       All activities are subject to weather.  Camp will take place rain or shine.  Final determination will be made by Program Organizers only.  Keep in mind that rain in Kendall does not equal rain on Key Biscayne.  Weather changes quickly in Florida.  The instructor(s) will have sole discretion over rescheduled or activities changes.

-       Each parent or guardian is responsible for the safety of his/her child(ren). The instructor(s) or premises owners/tenants will not be held liable for any event(s) occurring before or after camp.

-       Your child’s safety is important.  Participants must wear clothing appropriate for the events.  Participants who fail to dress appropriately will not be allowed to participate.  No refund will be provided for their inability to participate.

-       Please dress your child appropriately for the weather. Please make sure your camper is wearing sunscreen or can apply it independently; our counselors are not permitted to apply sunscreen on your child. Rain gear may be needed at times.

-       On bicycling days campers should wear fitted pants or cycling gear.  Loose fitting pants can get caught in gears and are not allowed. Sneakers or biking shoes are needed.  Open toe shoes will not be allowed on the mountain bike trails.  All participants must wear helmets (which are provided).

-       On water activity days your child should wear swim wear designed for sports.  Revealing swimsuits are not allowed.  Athletic quick drying gym-wear is best.  Water shoes, or strapped sandals are fine. Your child should always bring a towel and dry change of clothes.  Safety equipment is required and must be worn (this is provided).

-       Disruptive behavior cannot be tolerated.  This can ruin the experience for all other campers. Any child exhibiting a lack of self-control, violent behavior, or refusing to follow instructions or wear appropriate safety gear will be expelled from camp.  A parent or listed authorized person must immediately pick-up the child.  Unused session fees will not be refunded and will not be credited towards future events.

 

-       We will only release campers to individuals a parent or guardian identifies on the registration form.  If your child has a car or is allowed to leave alone, or with a friend, you must provide written permission. 

RELEASE, HOLD HARMLESS AND INDEMNIFICATION AGREEMENT

I, as parent and/or legal guardian of the enrolled participant agree and understand that kayaking, paddleboarding, watersports, mountain biking, swimming, and fitness are HAZARDOUS activities. I recognize that there are risks inherent in these sports hereinafter designated as “THE PROGRAM” including but not limited to, paralyzing injuries and death. Aware of the hazardous of these activities I certified that I will carry my own personal insurance to cover any damage that I as a participant and/or as a parent/legal guardian of the participant (he/she) may have suffered or sustained, or may sustain in the future as a result of the above described activity.

The participant and/or parent/legal guardian hereby agrees to participate in “THE PROGRAM” and  hereby agrees to releases, forever discharge, indemnify and hold harmless Virginia Key Outdoor Center, and the City of Miami, its coaches, instructors, officers, directors, staff, volunteers, and their insurers, successors, representatives, assigns, employers, employees, principals, associates, and any all other persons, firms, organizations, and/or corporations who are having any interest or liability in the premises, they being hereinafter designated as the “RELEASES”, either directly or indirectly, of and from any and all action, causes of action, claims, demands, losses, injuries, expenses and damages of every type, kind and character whatsoever which have heretofore been sustained or which may hereafter be sustained by the participant while participating in “THE PROGRAM”.  The participant and/or parent/legal guardian also agrees to indemnify Virginia Key Outdoor Center, The Paddle House, and the City of Miami, for any damages incurred arising from any claims, demand, action or cause of action by the participant.

The paragraph above applies to the premises where “THE PROGRAM” will be carrying out as well as the owner, tenants, managers, or any other person involved with the premises and owners/tenants directly or indirectly.

The participant and/or the parent/legal guardian authorize representatives of Virginia Key Outdoor Center and the City of Miami to secure emergency treatment (call 911) in the event of any medical emergency during their participation in “THE PROGRAM. Further, the participant and/or parent/guardian agree to pay all costs associated with medical care and transportation for the participant.

Further I agree to allow my child and/or the ward’s image, video, photos or any file likeness to be used for any legitimate purpose (Program Advertising, TV Documentary, Testimony) by Virginia Key Outdoor Center, The Paddle House, and the City of Miami and/or its coaches, instructors, officers, directors, employees, principals, associates, firms and organizations.

In executing and delivering this release, the undersigned rely wholly upon his/her own judgment, knowledge and belief as to the nature, extent and duration of the damage which the enrolled child may have suffered or sustained, or may sustain in the future as a result of the above described activity. As to the question of liability involved, the undersigned have exercised his/her right to legal counsel. The undersigned further represent and warrant that he/she has not been influenced by any representations, statements, or warranties made by any person, firm, association, partnership, or corporation hereby released, or by any agent or other person representing concerning the nature, extent or duration of the damage or losses or legal liability therefore.