WATER CRAFT AGREEMENT
***BE SURE YOU HAVE READ THE ABCs OF BOATING Located in our resources pages***
Rental rates will be at the published rate at the time of signing this agreement
1. RENTAL PAYMENT: All rent for the Watercraft must be paid in full 30 days prior to the boarding date, as shown above.
2. SECURITY DEPOSIT: The $1,000.00 Security Deposit is a deposit against any outstanding charges, including refueling, damaged propellers, lost or damaged items, late returns, excessively unclean boats or damage resulting from negligent operation or activity on the boat during the rental period or against any liability that renter may incur to the Company, including the loss of rental income. Damage to or loss of the equipment or any of its contents can be well in excess of the Security Deposit held, up to and including the replacement cost of the equipment.
The Security Deposit is held until the boat has been inspected. If there is no damage to the boat or its contents, after the boat has been processed, we will present you with a detailed reservation recap.
3. AGE RESTRICTIONS: The “Captain” must be at least 25 years of age, hold a valid Driver’s License, and a valid Visa or MasterCard.
4. FORM OF PAYMENT: Payment for deposits and rental may be made by Cash, Check, VISA or MasterCard. (Checks are not accepted on same day rentals.) Credit card payments are processed when received.
5. GAS: You are responsible for brining the water crafts back with a full tank of gas. If the gas tank is not full, there will be a $75.00 service charge and the actual cost of the fuel.
6. CANCELLATIONS: Cancellations 30 days before the reservation check-in date will be assessed a $35.00 re-booking/cancellation fee. Cancellations 15-29 days before the reservation check-in date will forfeit 50% of the estimated charges. Cancellations 14 or less days will forfeit the full estimated charges.
By signing this agreement, I acknowledge, agree and represent that I am familiar with the safe operation of the watercraft rented (which can include ski boat, patio boat or fishing boat) (hereinafter referred to as the “Watercraft”) and know all the Rules of the Road and all rules and practices applicable to the safe operation of the Watercraft.
I acknowledge and agree that a copy of the ABC’s of Boating (or other applicable state or federal boating safety guide) has been offered to me and I have had the opportunity to read and ask Company questions about the information contained in this pamphlet.
I also acknowledge and agree that if I have also rented water skis, wakeboards, knee boards, inner tubes or any other water play device (“hereinafter referred to as “Water Devices”), I have had the opportunity to ask Company questions about said device.
Captain’s Initials ____________
I agree to comply with all federal, state and municipal laws and regulations applicable to the use of the Watercraft subject to this agreement. If I operate the Watercraft, I will operate said Watercraft in a careful and prudent manner. I understand that the only person authorized to operate the Watercraft provided is a person who has signed this agreement, is over eighteen years of age and is competent to operate such a Watercraft.
If I operate the Watercraft, I understand that I am not allowed to have anyone else who has not signed this agreement operate the Watercraft. I agree to wear a US Coast Guard approved personal floatation device (life jacket) while participating in the activity of riding any Watercraft, and will also require all others aboard to wear a life jacket.
I understand that Company does not provide insurance to cover the risks of property damage, personal injury and death that could occur while I am in, on, or around the Watercraft or Company’s facilities or premises, or using the Water Devices rented for use with the Watercraft. I understand and acknowledge that if I do not have insurance to cover such risks it is my duty to inquire whether such insurance coverage is available and if I desire such coverage, obtain such coverage before I agree to board the Watercraft. I agree that any insurer who may provide coverage for me or others on the Watercraft has no right of subrogation against Company.
If I am going to operate the Watercraft, I agree that operating Watercraft under the influence of drugs and alcohol will result in forfeiture of the damage security deposit and confiscation of the Watercraft and cancellation of this rental agreement. Intoxication will not be tolerated on the Watercraft or on or around Company’s premises. If I am going to operate the Watercraft, I agree that if I am arrested for driving under the influence of intoxicants, or allow anyone else who has not signed this agreement to operate the Watercraft while under the influence, all security deposits will be forfeited, plus any and all additional charges that may arise from said arrest or intoxication.
DO NOT DRINK AND DRIVE!
EXPRESS ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND RESPONSIBILITY: I agree to assume responsibility, even those risks arising out of negligence by Company, other passengers, riders, and/or all participants on the Watercraft. My and our participation in the activity is purely voluntary. I assume full responsibility for myself and all passengers on the Watercraft, including any minor children, for any bodily injury, accident, illness, paralysis, death or loss of personal property even if caused, in whole or in part, by the negligence or other fault of passengers, riders, guests and other passengers on the Watercraft and even if caused, in whole or in part by the negligence or other fault of the Company, its officers, directors, employees, agents, subsidiaries, legal representative and assigns (collectively the “Releasees”).
I agree to the foregoing because I understand that watercraft, water devices, marinas and areas in and around watercraft and marinas can be hazardous to both property and persons. Such hazards include, but not limited to:
By signing this document I acknowledge that if anyone is hurt or property is damaged while I am using the Watercraft, or during my presence on or use of the Watercraft or Company’s equipment, facilities, premises or services, I may be found by a court of law to have waived my right to maintain a lawsuit against Company on the basis of any claim, including subrogation, from which I have released it herein, including claims that the Company was solely or partially negligent or otherwise at fault with respect to such damage, injury or death. I acknowledge and agree that I have had sufficient opportunity to read this entire document. I have read and fully understood it and I agree to be bound by its terms.
I therefore agree, on behalf of myself, my heirs, representative, survivors and assigns to release, hold harmless, and indemnify Company, it’s officers, directors, employees, agents, subsidiaries, legal representatives and assigns (collectively the “Company”), from and against any and all liability for any and all claims of any kind or nature whatsoever (including subrogation) arising out of or relating to my presence on or use of the watercraft, Company’s vessels, equipment and/or premises, including without limitation any and all claims for injury or death or damage to property, including claims arising out of or relating to death, injury or damage resulting in solely or partially from the negligence or other fault of the Company.
I also hereby expressly agree that even if other provisions of this Agreement are deemed invalid, void, unenforceable or inapplicable, and even if Company or it’s agents or employees are found to solely or partially negligent or otherwise at fault, Company’s liability, including on claims of subrogation, for loss or damage to any person(s) or the Watercraft arising out of or relating in any way to this Agreement shall be absolute with a maximum limit of liability of no more than the amount paid to rent the Watercraft or $1,000.00, which ever is greater.
I also hereby agree that any dispute, claim or controversy arising out of or relating to this Agreement must be settled by binding arbitration pursuant to the Rules and Procedure of the American Arbitration Association (“AAA”) (or a different arbitration organization if Renter so chooses) then in effect in Riverside County, California, the United States.
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Initials of all on board
The parties also hereby waive their right to discovery (except as allowed under AAA Rules or the other arbitration organization’s rules) a trial by jury and the right of appeal that would normally apply to court proceedings and judgments. The substantive and evidentiary law applicable to all controversies decided by Arbitration shall be the Federal Maritime Law and the Federal Rules of Evidence. This Agreement shall be enforceable and judgment upon any award rendered by any AAA Arbitrator may be entered by a court having jurisdiction.
This constitutes the entire agreement and understanding between me and Company. I agree that this agreement is subject to and will be interpreted under the Federal Maritime Law. This agreement supersedes or replaces all previous agreement, discussions or understandings, whether oral or written between me under Company.
BY SIGNING THIS CONTRACT I KNOW I AM GIVING UP SUBSTANTIAL LEGAL RIGHTS.
PLEASE DO NOT SIGN THIS CONTRACT IF YOU DO NOT WANT TO ABIDE BY IT.
PARENTS OR GUARDIANS MUST SIGN FOR MINORS OR INCOMPETENTS
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Signature
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Renter accepts responsibility for all Damages to the water craft.
You have notified your insurance agent of your intention to use a water craft. You have been advised by your agent that your liability and property damage insurance covers risk of loss to the water craft and your risk of liability for any injury or damage to others or their property, and your insurance policy have been endorsed accordingly.
By checking this box, you have read the terms and conditions of this agreement and that you fully understand these terms and conditions and agree with all of the terms and conditions listed above.