I have read the Crew Handbook available on the Edgewater Crew website and understand the financial responsibilities, which include dues and travel fees that come with participation (refer to page 10 of the Crew Handbook).

My rower can swim (this is a requirement for participation).

It is my responsibility to remain informed of team activities via the team communication channels as described in the Crew Handbook.

Past Due financial obligations can result in the exclusion of my rower from practice and competition until his/her account is made current.

All payments made to Orlando Rowing Association (ORA) are non-refundable.

I am the listed parent or legal guardian and understand that any misrepresentation of identity or falsification of data on this form can result in the athlete being declared ineligible to participate in any Orlando Rowing Association/Edgewater Crew activity for one full calendar year from disclosure date.

I acknowledge that I have read this agreement and that I will abide by all terms and rules associated with this sport and in this agreement. This agreement to participate in interscholastic sports and/or the Activities is entered into voluntarily and is made with the understanding that I have not violated any of the eligibility rules and regulations of Orlando Rowing Association (ORA). I acknowledge and agree that I am responsible to examine and inspect each interscholastic sport and/or Activity in which my child/ward may participate and that, if I observe any condition which I consider to be unacceptably hazardous or dangerous, I will notify the proper authority in charge of the interscholastic sport and/or Activity and will refuse to allow my child/ward to take part in the Activity, until the condition has been corrected to my satisfaction.

In consideration of Orlando Rowing Association (ORA) permitting my child/ward to engage in interscholastic sports, specifically any rowing or rowing related activity which shall include scheduled, supervised club activities (including, but not limited to practices, training, loading and unloading equipment, and intrasquad events) together with preparing for, transportation to and from, and participation in registered regattas (the “Activity” or “Activities”), I agree to release and hold harmless Orlando Rowing Association (ORA) and its employees, representatives, agents, officers, volunteers, sponsors, chaperones, etc. from and against all damages, claims, judgments, costs or any other expenses, including attorney fees, arising out of bodily injuries or property damage resulting from participation in interscholastic sports and/or the Activities.

I fully understand that playing or practicing to play interscholastic sports may be hazardous and poses a risk of injury to participants, others, and/or property damage, including but not limited to, sprains, strains, contusions, abrasions, broken bones and in extreme cases, paralysis or death. Due to the potential hazards associated with interscholastic sports, I recognize the importance of following the instructions of coaches and trainers regarding rowing techniques, training and other rules associated with this sport. I have comprehensive medical insurance that covers this rower for any expenses he/she may incur as the result of a sports related injury.

I give permission and authorize the officers, board members, program directors, coaches, school staff or other representatives of Orlando Rowing Association (ORA), as agent(s) for the undersigned to consent to any x-ray examination, and the anesthetic, medical or surgical diagnosis or treatment, and hospital care which is deemed advisable by, and is to be rendered under general or special supervision of any physician and surgeon licensed under the provisions of the Medical Practice Act on the medical staff of any hospital, whether such diagnosis or treatment is rendered at the office of said physician or said hospital. It is understood that this authorization is given in advance of any specific diagnosis, treatment or agent(s) to give specific consent to any and all such diagnosis, treatment or hospital care which physician, meeting the requirements of this authorization, may, in the exercise of his/her best judgment deem advisable. I hereby authorize any hospital which provided treatment to the above named minor to surrender physical custody of such minor to my above named agent(s) upon completion of treatment. I further agree to hold said agents, the School Board, its employees harmless in the administration of such assistance.

I acknowledge that Orlando Rowing Association (ORA), has advised me that the Activities in which my child or ward may take part may involve coming into contact with infectious diseases including but not limited to staph, MRSA, influenza, Covid-19, water-borne microorganisms, bio-toxins, toxic contaminants and/or algae. I agree and warrant that if I observe or deem any such condition to be unacceptably hazardous or dangerous, I will notify the proper authority in charge of the Activity and will refuse to take part in the Activity. I hereby give my consent for my child/ward to engage in ORA approved interscholastic sport and/or Activities. I also give my consent for him/her to accompany the team as a member on out of town trips.

From time to time various media and our own parents photograph, interview and video record our rowers. I hereby give my consent for my child/ward to be interviewed, photographed or videotaped and for such media to be displayed on ORA publications and web media.

Parental Consent for Overnight Lodging: I give my consent for my child to lodge overnight during designated overnight crew events (Head of the Hooch, Crew Camp, and FSRA State Championships, and others as they arise) with the Orlando Rowing Association High School Team. I understand that all chaperones and coaches have taken the USRowing's Safe Sport program, which is designed to assure athlete safety by promoting and enforcing policies and programs that address: bullying, hazing, harassment, emotional misconduct, physical misconduct and sexual misconduct.

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Please read the emergency medical authorization agreement below, check the box to agree and enter your initials in the field below.

Authorization Agreement

You understand if a parent, guardian or student falsifies any signature or information on this emergency medical treatment section, the student will be declared ineligible to participate in any Orange County interscholastic activity for one full calendar year from disclosure date. You further give permission for appropriate school staff, the Orlando Rowing Association (ORA) board, and their designees to render medical treatment or authorize medical treatment by a hospital and/or doctor and agree to hold the School Board, it's employees and the ORA board member harmless in the administration of such assistance. I hereby acknowledge and certify that I have read the emergency medical document, that I understand and agree with its terms. Florida  Statues (92.525) "Under penalties of perjury, I declare that I have read the foregoing and that the facts stated in it are true." I agree to be bound by its terms and I have review and explained the notice with my child.

By entering your initials in the field below, you are effectively providing your signature, indicating that you have fully read and understand the content of this authorization and release of liability and attest that all information in this form is true and accurate to the best of your knowledge.

AUTHORIZATION & REQUEST FOR TRANSPORTATION OF ROWER IN PRIVATELY OWNED VEHICLE AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY.

As a parent or legal guardian of the rower named below, I hereby authorize transportation from any Edgewater Crew event, including transportation from Edgewater High School to Edgewater Boat House located at 2200 Lee Rd., Orlando, all crew regattas (including Florida and other US States), fundraisers, etc. by any person representing Edgewater Crew.  

I give permission for my child or ward be transported in a privately owned vehicle, and understand and acknowledge that ORA, its Board, coaches, agents and representatives hereafter referred to as ORA, have not verified – or made any representations ‐ concerning the qualifications, safe driving history or insurance coverage of the volunteer driver(s), or undertaken any inspection of the vehicle(s) to determine condition, mechanical or otherwise.  

I further, on my own behalf and on the behalf of my child or ward, release ORA from any liability for medical expenses, disability, disfigurement, lost wages, diminishing earning capacity, mental anguish and emotional distress arising from the transportation of my child or ward in a privately owned vehicle, including but not limited to, injury or death caused by negligent operation of a motor vehicle, vehicle maintenance, mechanical failure or defect, vehicle misuse, negligent acts of third persons, intentional acts of third person(s), roadway conditions or hazards, supervision, rower misconduct and disregard of generally recognizable safety
precautions.

I have instructed my child or ward on the proper use of the vehicle’s occupant safety and crash protection system provided by the manufacturer, and have designated a seating position for my child or ward within the vehicle.
 
I hereby release ORA from any duty to oversee, or control the manner in which the volunteer driver(s) operates the motor vehicle.  

Parent/guardian initials - By entering your initials in the field below, you are effectively providing your signature, indicating that you have fully read and understand the content of this authorization and release of liability.