In consideration of acceptance of my entry and of the substantial volunteer efforts of the representatives by/for Davis Island Yacht Club (hereafter “Host”) the undersigned hereby – Waives and releases any and all claims including those of negligence or equivalent conduct which I may have against the Host, its officers, directors, members, employees, representatives, and associated volunteers and (if applicable) the United States Sailing Association resulting from my participation in the DIYC Thursday Night Series (“event”) and all actions related thereto.
Acknowledges my responsibilities in participating in this event for my decisions to start or continue to race in the event and to make certain that my boat equipment and crew are seaworthy for the conditions which may be encountered during my participation. Retains any and all rights against other competitors for any wrongful acts by them, and retains all rights against the Host, its officers, directors, members, employees, representatives and associated volunteers for the event which are not related in any way to my participation in the preparations for the racing, return protests and removal of my boat from the site of the event. Specifically waives any statute by incorporating its reference and citation herein which may require such inclusion and reference in order to effect these provisions. If any provision of the agreement is not enforceable such determination shall not affect the enforceability of the remaining provisions of this agreement. The agreement shall be construed and enforced under the laws of the state of Florida, county of Hillsborough.

Owner shall purchase and maintain at all times liability insurance with a minimum limit of $100,000 per incident relative to the boat and the use and operation of the boat.