Re: [Paddlewise] Paddling Clubs

>
>What I really liked was the emphasis on individual responsiblity.  In other
>words, it is the paddler that is ultimately responsible for their own safety
>and I think this is an excellent beginning for a new paddler.  To understand
>that the risks they take are ultimately of their own decision.  I can't help
>but wonder if a statement which reads that failure to follow the directions
>of the trip leader/coordinator will result in the paddler being unable to
>participate in any further club trips might send the message that the 
>leader/coordinator is ultimate authority and therefore accepting
responsibility 
>for the safety of the paddlers.  Waivers and liability issues aside, I think
>getting the paddler to think about what they are doing and the possible 
>outcome is the most important lesson.  That could start with the waiver they
>sign when joining the club.  Doesn't matter whether it holds up in court,
imho,
>but it could be used as a springboard to teaching safety awareness which
is an
>important benefit of joining a club.
>
>Actually, I liked John Winter's waiver.  I think I'll change his name to
>mine, all the he's to she's, and run off several copies for my next
coordinated
>trip :-)
>
>Cheers!
>
>Jackie (who can't wait to read about Barb's hippos!)
>http://www.gasp-seakayak.net/


After reading these waivers I think to really let it hit home there ought
to be a line somthing like this in it.
_______________________________________________
Next of Kin in case of INJURY or DEATH

Name___
Address__
Telephone Number____
________________________________________________

or 
________________________________________________

In case of DEATH the said Club gets to salvage off your
Body and or Boat all usable objects, including said boat .

___________________________________________________-

I should play a lawyer on TV

Dana

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