For consideration of participation in the Tripletail Crown Fishing Tournament (the “Fishing Tournament”) event to be held on December 12, 2026, I waive and release the Tripletail Crown Fishing Tournament, its directors and officers, administrators, representatives, executors, past and present employees, event officials, volunteers, agents, supervisors, participants, all city and state governments, assigns, all sponsors, their representatives and successors (collectively, the “Releasees”), from any and all claims, liabilities, or cause(s) of action arising out of an injury to me (or my child) and from any and all claims, liabilities or case of actions arising from my (or my child’s) participation or attendance in this event including weigh-ins and captain’s meetings.
Inherent and Potential RisksANY AND ALL RISKS ARE ASSUMED BY THE BOATERS AND OTHER PERSON(S) ON THE VESSEL. I understand that the Fishing Tournament involves physical activity associated with fishing and boating, each of which include inherent risks. I assume all risks associated with participating in the Fishing Tournament relating to the risk physical activity. I acknowledge that I may incur minor injuries, major injuries, and catastrophic injuries including paralysis and death. I assume risks from contact with other participants, negligent or wanton acts of other participants, failure of other participants and non-participants from observing the rules of the Fishing Tournament, any defects of condition of premises (Including high or low water levels and rough waters), and the effects of weather including high heat, thunderstorms, lightning, precipitation, cold temperatures, high winds, and/or humidity. I agree to dress myself (or my child) appropriately as to mitigate risk of personal injury to myself (or my child) including, but not limited to, wearing shoes appropriate for strenuous physical activity involved in the Fishing Tournament and dressing in conjunction with the weather. I agree that the Releasees are not responsible for any personal items or property lost, damaged, or stolen before, during, or after the Fishing Tournament.
Medical EvaluationI attest that I (or my child) am medically and physically able to participate in the Fishing Tournament. If I experience any doubt as to my (or my child’s) ability to successfully and safely participate in and/or complete the Fishing Tournament, I take full responsibility for consulting a physician. I attest that if I (or my child) am pregnant, disabled in any way, or have recently suffered an illness, injury, or impairment, I (or my child) should have or did consult a physician prior to participating in the Fishing Tournament. I consent to emergency medical care and transportation in order to obtain treatment on the event of injury to me (or my child) as medical professionals may deem appropriate. This Release extends to any liability arising out of or in any way connected with the medial treatment and transportation provided in the event of an emergency, including, but not limited to, negligent emergency rescue operations.
Voluntary Participation I am fully aware of the risks connected with participation in the Fishing Tournament, whether specifically listed in this Release or not, and I voluntarily elect to participate in the Fishing Tournament knowing that this participation involves these risks.
Assumption of Risk, Waiver of Liability, Release, and Covenant Not to SueIn consideration for being permitted to participate in the Fishing Tournament, I voluntarily agree for myself, my family, heirs, assigns, executors, and administrators to the following: TO ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY RISKS OF LOSS, OR PERSONAL INJURY FROM HAZARDS AND DANGERS, INCLUDING DEATH that may but sustained by me (or my child), or any loss or damage to property owned by me (or my child), as a result of participating in the Fishing Tournament. TO RELEASE, WAIVE, HOLD HARMLESS, DISCHARGE, AND COVENANT NOT TO SUE the Releasees from any and all liability, claims, actions, demands, expenses, attorney fees, breach of contract actions, breach of statutory duty or other duty of care, warranty, strict liability actions, and causes of action whatsoever, that I might have or may acquire in the future, arising out of or related to any loss, damage, or injury, including death, that may be sustained by me (or my child), or to any property belonging to me (or my child), while participating in the Fishing Tournament including, but not limited to, any claim that the act or omission complained of was in whole or in part by the negligence or carelessness of the Releasees. TO COMPLY WITH ALL FEDERAL, STATE OR LOCAL LAWS AND REGULATIONS including but not limited to fishing regulations and size limits as well as the operation of motor vehicles (including both automobiles and vessels).
Acknowledgement and Compliance with RulesI agree to observe and obey all rules and safety procedures that apply to their boat and waterways and to abide by any decision of an event official relative to my (or my child’s) ability to safely compete in the event. I agree to exhibit appropriate behavior at all times and to obey all laws. Event officials may dismiss me (or my child), without refund, should my (or my child’s) behavior endanger the safety of or negatively affect an event, person, facility, or property of any kind. I understand and agree to stock my vessel with one Coast Guard Approved Personal Flotation Device (PFD) per passenger, including captain and crew, in accordance with Coast Guard Regulations. For vessels over sixteen feet long, a throwable PFD (such as a boat cushion or life ring) must be on board.
SeverabilityI agree that if any portion of this Release is deemed to be invalid, the remainder of the Release will still be binding and enforceable.
Photography ReleaseI hereby grant full permission to the Tripletail Crown Fishing Tournament to use, reuse, reproduce, publish, or republish any photographs, motion pictures, videos, recordings, or any other record of my participation in this event, in any medium now known or hereafter developed, alone or in conjunction with other material, without restriction as to changes or alterations, as well as to use to my name, voice, likeness, and/or other indicia of identity, for editorial, educational, promotional, advertising, and commercial purposes, including without limitation in connection with the furtherance of the objectives of the Tripletail Crown Fishing Tournament. Further, I relinquish all rights, title and interest in any photographs, motion picture, videos, recording, or other records of the Fishing Tournament I may take to capture to the Tripletail Crown Fishing Tournament.
Section 1: Core Liability Release & Assumption of Risk- You waive and release the Tripletail Crown Fishing Tournament and all Releasees (directors, sponsors, agents, etc.) from any and all claims or liabilities arising out of your participation.
- You assume all inherent and potential risks associated with fishing and boating, including physical activity, equipment failure, rough waters, and weather, and understand these risks include major injuries, paralysis, and death.
- You attest that you are medically and physically able to participate and consent to emergency medical care if needed.
- You agree to release, waive, hold harmless, discharge, and covenant not to sue the Releasees, even if the loss or injury is caused in whole or in part by the negligence or carelessness of the Releasees.
(required)I, the Participant (or Parent/Guardian), fully agree to the ASSUMPTION OF RISK, MEDICAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT, and complete RELEASE OF LIABILITY, including the covenant not to sue, as detailed in the full Waiver document.
