PARTICIPANT RELEASE OF LIABILITY (Read before Signing)


In consideration of my child being allowed to participate in any way in the program, related events, and activities (including, but not limited to, archery, bicycling, boating, field activities, fishing, paintball, razor scooters, rollerblading, roller skating, skate boarding, sports of any type, swimming, and/or use of the playground equipment) at Camp Good News, a ministry of CEF of North Central Florida, I the undersigned, (I acknowledge and attest that my electronic signature is a valid alternative for my written signature.) acknowledge, appreciate and agree that:

The risk of injury from the activities involved in the program is significant, including the potential for permanent paralysis and death, and while particular rules, equipment, and personal discipline may reduce this risk, the risk of serious injury does exist and,
I understand that there is a possibility that my child(ren) may contract COVID or a COVID-related illness,
I knowingly and freely assume all such risks, both known and unknown, even if arising from the negligence of the releases or others, and assume full responsibility for my participation; and,
I willingly agree to comply with the stated and customary terms and conditions for participation. If, however, I observe any unusual significant hazard during my presence or participation, I will remove myself from participation and bring such to the attention of the nearest official immediately and,
I for myself and on behalf of my heirs, assigns, personal representatives, and next of kin, HEREBY RELASE, INDEMNIFY, AND HOLD HARMLESS CAMP GOOD NEWS, CHILD EVANGELISM FELLOWSHIP OF NORTH CENTRAL FLORIDA, or CHILD EVANGELISM FELLOWSHIP OF FLORIDA, INC.), their officers, officials, agents and/or employees, other participants, sponsoring agencies, sponsors, advertisers, and if applicable owners and lessors of premises used to conduct the event (RELEASES), with RESPECT TO ANY AND ALL INJURY, LIABILITY, DEATH or loss or damage to person or property WHETHER ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEES OR OTHERWISE, to the fullest extent permitted by law.
I give permission for the activities that will be taking the Campers to and from camp using Camp Good News vehicles or their own transportation that they used to arrive at Camp Good News.
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MEDICAL RELEASE AND WAIVER

The undersigned hereby acknowledges that CGN does not have medical personnel at the camp and agrees that the undersigned shall be responsible for (a) providing any emergency transportation required by the participant named above, and (b) paying any medical and hospitalization costs incurred while attending the camp.


I have read this release of liability and assumption of risk agreement, fully understand its terms, understand that I have given up substantial rights by signing it, and sign it freely and voluntarily without any inducement.







For Parents/Guardians of participant of minor age. (Under age 18 at the time of registration)



This is to certify that I, as a parent/guardian with legal responsibility for this participant, do consent and agree to his/her release as provided above of all the releases, and for myself, my heirs, assigns, and next of kin, I release and agree to indemnify, and Hold

Harmless, the Releasees from any, and all, liability incidents to my minor child's involvement or participation in these programs as provided above, EVEN IF ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEES, TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW.

2022 Camp Good News Policies

BUS POLICY
Rules Simplified:

We desire our bus route to be a safe and comfortable experience for all our campers . For this reason we have established this list of expected behavior:
1. Showing respect towards all individuals.
2. Using regular voice volume and appropriate language.
3. Following the bus driver and bus assistant’s instructions.
4. Staying seated while the bus is in motion.
5. Being kind, courteous, caring, and generous with campers and others.
6. Keeping hands and legs to oneself (physical distance) and away from others.
7. Keeping all objects and hands away from the windows inside the bus.


CANCELLATION OF WEEK POLICY:

You are required to place a $25 deposit (on each week) you desire your child to attend Camp Good News. This assures his or her spot for that week. The balance is due on Friday before the Monday your child attends camp. If for any reason that week is canceled, you will lose your $25.00 deposit.
Cancelations need to be made at least a week in advance to get a refund. You also have the option of Optional Purchase Protection.


CHANGE OF WEEK POLICY

If you need to change a week there is a $10.00 change fee.


ILLNESS & LICE POLICY

Camp Good News should be notified by phone (352) 481-3550 especially if the illness is communicable. Internally, we keep track of the instances of communicable diseases at camp, and when appropriate will notify the parents of all children that may have been exposed while respecting the confidentiality of campers and families involved.



· Communicable Diseases
Campers who have communicable diseases will be sent home and may not return to camp until the illness has been treated successfully and the camper is symptom-free. Sometimes this will require a doctor’s notice.

· Lice
Campers who have signs of head lice (itching, head irritation, nits etc.) will be removed from their group and escorted to the camp office by the counseling staff. If we believe there is a possibility of head lice, we will ask the family to pick their camper up from camp. In order to return to camp, a camper must have had all active lice removed from his or her hair & and no longer show any signs of nits, infestation, itching or irritation.


DISCIPLINE POLICY
Camp Good News staff uses the positive techniques of discipline, including logical or natural consequences applied in problem situations, redirection of children to more acceptable behavior, the anticipation of and elimination of potential problems and encouragement of appropriate behavior. Consistent and clear rules are established. Staff members encourage children to solve problems and help children to recognize and respect one another’s feelings. Counselors encourage pro-social behavior such as cooperation, helping, taking turns and constructive verbal communication to solve problems. We are always in prayer for the children who attend CGN.

Camp Good News reserves the right to dismiss a child for consistent behavior that makes it difficult or impossible for the staff to meet his/her needs and/or the needs of other children in the group. This will occur without a refund (or portion thereof) or credit towards a future program. This will occur only after parent/staff discussion has occurred.


POLICY ON ELECTRONICS, TOYS, TRADING CARDS, CELL PHONES, MP3 DEVICES & VIDEO GAMES.
Camp Good News strives to provide a program free from video games, cell phones, audio players, toys and other distractions. Please do not permit your child to bring any of these items to camp as they will be busy throughout the camp day and these items also tend to get lost or misplaced/stolen when brought to camp. (CGN is not responsible lost or stolen items).


By sending my child to Camp Good News I am indicating that I have read, understand and are in agreement with the policies for the 2022 camp year.

IMAGE RELEASE AND WAIVER

The undersigned hereby grants permission to CGN (Camp Good News) to use any photographs, videos, and/or audio recordings of the participant for promotion materials, including the CGN website postings, without expectation of compensation, including, but not limited to, any royalties, proceeds, and/or other benefits derived from such photographs, videos, or audio recording.



REPRESENTATION AND WARRANTY OF AUTHORITY

By signing this Image Release Waiver, the undersigned represents and warrants to CGN that he/she is of legal age and competence to give a valid release on his/her own behalf and, if signing on behalf of a minor camp attendee, is the parent or legal guardian of the minor camp attendee and has full authority to give a valid release on behalf of such minor. ALSO, THE UNDERSIGNED HEREBY REPRESENTS AND WARRANTS TO CGN THAT THE CAMP ATTENDEE’S PARTICIPATION IN THIS PROGRAM IS ENTIRELY VOLUNTARY AND IS NOT REQUIRED BY THE SCHOOL OR FOR ANY CLASS OR COURSE IN WHICH THE ATTENDEE MAY BE INVOLVED, OR BY ANY OTHER GROUP SPONSORING THE CAMP OR PROGRAM.

I have read the entire Image Release Waiver. I fully understand their terms, understand that I have given up substantial rights by signing it, and sign it freely and voluntarily without any inducement. This is to certify that I, as a parent/guardian with legal responsibility for this participant, do consent and agree to his/her release as provided above of all the releases, and for myself, my heirs, assigns, and next of kin, I release and agree to indemnify, and Hold Harmless, the Releasees from any, and all, liability incidents to my minor child's involvement or participation in these programs as provided above, EVEN IF ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEES, TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW.

I, nor anyone in my household have had any of the following symptoms in the last 21 days: sore throat, cough, chills, body aches for unknown reasons, shortness of breath for unknown reasons, loss of smell, loss of taste, fever at or greater than 100 degrees Fahrenheit.

I, nor anyone in my household have tested positive for COVID-19.

I have not traveled outside the U.S. in the past 21 days.

I to the best of my knowledge have not been in close proximity to any individual who tested positive for COVID-19.

I do not have any reason to believe myself or anyone in my household has been exposed to or acquired COVID-19.