Operation Lionfish Waiver

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Operation Lionfish - Clear the Path

BE ADVISED THAT THIS IS A WAIVER WHICH MEANS YOU WILL BE GIVING UP ALL LEGAL RIGHTS CONCERNING ANY COURSE OF ACTION AGAINST OPERATION LIONFISH, THEIR AGENTS, VOLUNTEERS, CORPORATE REPRESENTATIVES AND ALL INDIVIDUALS AFFILIATED WITH OPERATION LIONFISH BY SIGNING THIS DOCUMENT. IF YOU DO NOT UNDERSTAND YOUR LEGAL POSITION BY SIGNING THIS DOCUMENT, YOU SHOULD CONSULT WITH AN ATTORNEY. PLEASE INITIAL NEXT TO EACH ITEM. YOUR SIGNATURE AT THE BOTTOM INDICATES AGREEMENT WITH ALL OF THE PROVISIONS, REGARDLESS, IF ONE OR MORE OF THEM IS NOT INITIALED. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE WITH ALL OF THE PROVISIONS, DO NOT SIGN THE BOTTOM. PARTICIPATION IN THE LIONFISH DERBY IS CONDITIONED UPON YOUR EXECUTION OF THIS WAIVER. IF YOU DO NOT SIGN THIS WAIVER, YOU ARE NOT A PARTICIPANT IN THE LIONFISH DERBY.

1. Although the Operation Lionfish derby to be held on June 28 and 29, 2024 (the “Event”) is presented by Guy Harvey Outpost Resorts, in the context of this document, “OPERATION LIONFISH” shall mean the directors, members, volunteers, officers, advisors and affiliates of WATERMARK MANAGEMENT GROUP, LLC, GUY HARVEY OUTPOST, LTD, GUY HARVEY OUTPOST RESORTS, GUY HARVEY, INC., WARFIGHTERS SCUBA and all owners of property where the official counting and all related event activities occurs.

2. In the context of this document, “Diving” shall mean free diving, snorkel diving, SCUBA diving, spear fishing, netting (or otherwise using any methods allowed under the rules) to harvest Lionfish while in or on the water.

In the context of this document, the word “I” shall mean me, my heirs, survivors, assigns, representatives, estate, legal guardian, attorneys in fact, or anyone else who may be empowered to act on my behalf. Or, if I am signing as the legal guardian of a registrant, then it shall mean my ward, me, my ward’s heirs, survivors, assigns, representatives, estate, attorneys in fact, legal guardian, and anyone else who may act on behalf of my ward, principal, or minor.

I understand the inherent risks associated with Diving. When harvesting fish, I understand that the risk of injury or death is even greater. I have read these Rules and agree to comply with them completely and waive my rights as to this activity against OPERATION LIONFISH.(Required)
I understand that weather conditions may change rapidly, and that OPERATION LIONFISH is not responsible for my decision to participate in this event. OPERATION LIONFISH decision to NOT cancel the EVENT does not act as an endorsement of good weather or marine conditions. I will determine these conditions myself and assume all risks inherent with weather conditions.(Required)
I acknowledge that Indo Pacific Lionfish have venomous spines that can inflict a serious sting and/or cause serious injury or death. I will wear protective gloves when handling Lionfish, and make every effort not to touch the spines, even after the fish are dead. I accept full responsibility for my handling of Lionfish and for all risks associated with this inherently dangerous activity.(Required)
I hereby acknowledge that OPERATION LIONFISH is in no way directing my activities, or otherwise acting as an advisor or principal. I assume all risks, not only associated with diving and harvesting Lionfish, but also boating and traveling.(Required)
I hereby acknowledge that not only can injuries and/or death occur from the risks of diving, but that diving is physically exerting. I agree that I am responsible for making decisions about my own physical condition in conducting these activities.(Required)
I hereby agree to waive my right to bring any action or claim against OPERATION LIONFISH, and any of its affiliates, assigns associates, or sponsors by participating in the event, for any injuries, death, emotional distress, pain and suffering, and all other forms of economic and noneconomic damages and all claims and causes of action. I waive any and all claims. I will hold OPERATION LIONFISH harmless from any claims brought on my behalf and agree to indemnify them in case of any claim made against them. Also, I hereby provide a full release for photo and television images as may be used at the discretion of OPERATION LIONFISH without compensation.(Required)
I hereby acknowledge that in the event of any dispute pertaining to any activity associated with or arising out of OPERATION LIONFISH, the laws of the State of FLORIDA apply. The venue of any dispute shall be in the court closest to the incident that has jurisdiction of this matte. I further acknowledge that in any event of a dispute, the prevailing party shall be entitled to attorney’s fees and costs as awarded by any FLORIDA court.(Required)
I hereby acknowledge that the official counting and awards setting is at Sands Harbor Resort & Marina, 125 N. Riverside Dr. Pompano Beach, FL and that there may be dangers or other hazards associated with that setting, as well as with a diving event that involves spear fishing and harvesting of Lionfish. I will watch my children, if applicable, and understand all hazards and take full responsibility for my children. I agree to read and follow all of the published rules of the EVENT.(Required)