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RENTAL GUIDELINES

• Renters must have a valid government-issued photo ID and be 18 years of age or older.
• All Rentals: One hour minimum. After first hour, all rentals are prorated in 15-minute increments.
• EVERYONE IN YOUR GROUP WHO WANTS TO USE A RENTAL MUST SIGN A LIABILITY FORM. NO EXCEPTIONS.
• You may not let anyone use your rental unless you have informed us that they are part of your group AND they have signed a liability form.
• Damaged Goods – you will be charged for product damaged during your rental.
• Please be certain you receive & understand user instructions prior to renting.

SAFETY GUIDELINES:

• You must know how to swim to rent water products.
• Everyone must wear a correctly fitted PFD/Lifejacket at all times.
• Each life jacket has a whistle attached. This whistle is to only be used during emergencies when you or someone else requires immediate assistance. Below are examples of when it is okay to use the whistle.
  • Times when you should use your whistle:
    • If you are in the water and unable to re-enter your watercraft.
    • If you need assistance in returning to shore.
    • Any potentially dangerous situation.
  • Times when you should NOT use your whistle:
    • You want to show your parents how loud you can be.
    • You want to know how much time you have left.
    • Any time when there is not an emergency.
• Exiting/entering your boat from anyplace other than the designated launch area is NOT permitted and will result in termination of your rental with no refund.
• Please be mindful of fishermen and their lines in the water.
• ALCOHOLIC beverages are NOT permitted at any time before or during watercraft rentals.
• No swimming or jumping from any watercraft. Horseplay will not be tolerated.

BOAT AGE LIMITS:

• All Children under 18 years of age must be accompanied on the water by a parent/guardian – NO EXCEPTIONS. Additionally riders must be 10 years of age or older to be on a Single Kayak, Hydro Bike, or SUP, and 5 years of age or older when accompanied by a parent/guardian on a Double or Triple Kayak or SUP.

BOAT CAPACITIES:

• Pedal Boat: Maximum 4 people. Maximum total capacity 750 lbs.
• Single Kayaks, Fishing Kayak & Stand-Up Paddle Boards: Maximum 1 person.
• Double Kayaks: Maximum 2 people.
• Triple Kayak: Maximum 3 people.
• XL Stand-Up Paddle Board: Maximum 5 people.
• Hydro-Bike: Maximum 1 person.
• Swan Boat: Maximum 5 people.

RESTRICTED AREAS:

• Lake Sammamish is surrounded by private properties and residences. Please be considerate and stay in the designated green zone and out of restricted areas near the shore as shown in the map below.

Review Release of Liability Agreement for full rental terms & conditions. All equipment rented is subject to the rules of operation. Failure to obey is subject to immediate termination of rental without refund.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

 KAYAKS & STANDUP PADDLEBOARDS:

• All boaters must wear fully buckled lifejackets at all times.
• Do not drag the kayak or paddleboard on the ground, doing so will cause damage and you will be responsible for repairs.
• Other than your initial launch and return, do not beach the boat in any other areas. The launching point is the only place you are allowed to get off the watercraft.
• Private docks and beaches are off limits. Maintain a distance of at least 100 feet from these areas.
• be alert to your surrounding and conditions at all times.
• No swimming or jumping from any watercraft. Horseplay will not be tolerated.
• We offer “dry bags” for rent for your personal items.
• When the wind is blowing, we recommend paddlers initially travel into the wind and stay close to the shore to assure you are not pulled out and stranded.
• If you need assistance, or see someone who needs assistance, please call the number printed on the decal inside the boat or dial 911 for emergencies.
• If you plan to return late or are unable to come back to shore, call the number on the sticker on the boat.

PEDAL BOATS & HYDRO-BIKES:

• All boaters must wear fully buckled lifejackets at all times.
• Never stand up in the kayak or boat.
• Do not beach the boat, as you may damage the whee or rudder and you will be responsible for repairs. Please return to the dock to drop off or pick up passengers.
• Private docks and beaches are off limits.  Maintain a distance of at least 100 feet from these areas and 20 feet from the shore at all times.
• Upon your return, please wait for us to assist you out of the boat.
• No swimming or jumping from any watercraft. Horseplay will not be tolerated.
• When the wind is blowing, we recommend boaters initially pedal into the wind making your return trip easier.
• If you need assistance, or see someone who needs assistance, please call the number printed on the decal inside the boat or dial 911 for emergencies.
• If you plan to return late or are unable to come back to shore, call the number on the sticker on the boat.

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PARTICIPANT RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK AGREEMENT

Organization Name:   LAKE SAMMAMISH PADDLE CO. (“Company”)

Participant Name:                                                                      Telephone:                                                           

In consideration of being allowed to participate in any way in the paddle, kayak, boating, and similar programs, related events, rentals and activities (collectively, “Activities”), I the undersigned, acknowledge, appreciate, and agree to all the terms and conditions set forth in this instrument (“Release”):

1. The risk of injury from the Activities is significant, including the potential for personal or psychological injury, pain, suffering, disability, permanent paralysis death and/or financial loss.

2. I KNOWINGLY AND FREELY ASSUME ALL SUCH RISKS, both known and unknown, EVEN IF ARISING FROM THE ORDINARY NEGLIGENCE OF THE COMPANY OR ANY OTHER RELEASEES (defined below) or others, and assume full responsibility for my participation.

3. I willingly agree to comply with terms and conditions for If I observe any unusual significant hazard during my presence or participation, I will remove myself bring it to the attention of the nearest official immediately.

4. I, for myself and on behalf of my heirs, assigns, personal representatives and next of kin, HEREBY EXPRESSLY WAIVE AND RELEASE COMPANY AND WASHINGTON STATE PARKS its officers, agents and/or employees, volunteers, other participants, sponsors, advertisers, and, if applicable, owners and lessors of premises used to conduct the event (COLLECTIVELY, “RELEASEES”), from any and all claims, demands, and liability arising out of or related to any INJURY, DISABILITY OR DEATH arising out of the Activity or my participation in the Activity that I may suffer, or loss or damage to person or property, WHETHER ARISING FROM THE ORDINARY NEGLIGENCE OF THE COMPANY OR ANY OTHER RELEASEES OR OTHERWISE to the fullest extent permitted by I agree not to make or bring any such claim against the Company or any other Releasee, and forever release and discharge the Company and all other Releasees from liability under such claims. This waiver does not apply to claims for gross negligence, willful misconduct, or other liabilities that Washington law does not permit to be released.

5. I shall DEFEND, INDEMNIFY, AND HOLD HARMLESS COMPANY AND ALL OTHER RELEASEES against any and all losses, damages, liabilities, deficiencies, claims, actions, judgments, settlements, costs, or expenses of whatever kind, including attorney fees, and the cost of pursuing any insurance providers arising out or resulting from any claim of a third party related to my participation in the Activity, including any claim related to my own negligence or the ordinary negligence of the Company or any other Releasees.

6. PLEASE BE RESPECTFUL of PRIVATE PROPERTY by staying off of neighboring docks and beaches.

7. This Release is the entire agreement between the parties. If any provision of this Release found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect. This Release is binding on successors and assigns. Any dispute arising under this agreement shall be governed by Washington law and heard only in the state or federal courts of King County, Washington.

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.

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Participant’s Signature                                                                                           Age                         Date

FOR PARENTS/GUARDIANS OF PARTICIPANT OF MINOR AGE (UNDER AGE 18 AT THE TIME OF REGISTRATION)
This is to certify that I, as parent/guardian with legal responsibility for this participant, do consent and agree to his/her release as provided above of the Company and all the Releasees, and, for myself, my heirs, assigns, and next of kin, I release and agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Company and Releasees from any and all liability incidents to my minor child’s involvement or participation in these programs as provided above, EVEN IF ARISING FROM THE ORDINARY NEGLIGENCE OF THE COMPANY OR ANY OTHER RELEASEES, to the fullest extent permitted by law.

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