Sierra South Presents Whitewater Activity Selections 2010 NEW for the 2010 Season! Sierra South is proud to offer the availability to Pre-Reserve your rafting trips online for Camp Whitsett. You can go to their website, www.sierrasouth.com/reserv.htm, click on the link that says Click here to make a reservation, choose Camp Whitsett under any type and select the dates that you want to participate in the rafting activities. After clicking on Go, a schedule will come up with available trips and you can go ahead and make your reservation. Use the coupon codes that are listed below so that you get the Special Camp Whitsett price. They will still have a representative from their company meet you on the Sunday that you arrive for any last minute scheduling or changes. Included in this Packet: Please click the links below to download the information Sign Up Sheet You can use the sign up sheet to organize your rafting adventures. Please use a separate sheet for each different adventure the boys will be attending. You can use this to keep track of which scouts are attending which trip, who has paid, and who has handed in a release forms. Release Form There is a copy of the current release form included in this online form. Each scout will need to have this filled out by an adult prior to arrival and brought with them the day of their trip. Float Notes This is important information regarding Sierra South s programs. Available Activities: Lickety Split Their world-famous Lickety-Split raft trip is far and away the most popular and affordable Class 2-3 whitewater rafting run available on the Kern River. It is full of enough excitement to challenge just about everyone. Before your river trip, a Sierra South professional river guide will provide you with a trip overview, paddling gear and a paddle talk. Then it's anchors away for three miles of jam-packed action on Kern River rapids such as Little Mama, Big Daddy, Straight Shot, Freight Train, and Ewings. Times 10:30AM, 1:30PM & 3PM Cost - $28.50 + $0.25 Camp Partner Fee/person Coupon Code: CW2010LS Lickety Blaster This is their most popular trip. If you're itching' for a longer Kern River whitewater escapade, try our Lickety- Blaster. First, "get your feet wet" on a Lickety-Split run. Then, head back up river once more to put your newly honed whitewater skills to the test on a second Lickety Split run. Time 10AM & 1PM Cost - $42.00 + $0.50 Camp Partner Fee/person Coupon Code: CW2010LB Combo/Merit Badge For a whole day of whitewater fun, try the best of both worlds! Come rafting and inflatable kayaking all in one day. Enjoy a half-day of rafting and then after lunch enjoy another half day on the water in Inflatable Kayaks. See Whitewater Merit Badge Book. Pre requisite is a canoeing and swimming merit badge. Lunch is provided by Camp Whitsett and arrangements need to be made with them prior to the trip so that lunches can be ready the morning of the trip. Time 9:30AM Cost - $97.50 + $0.75 Camp Partner Fee/person Coupon Code: CW2010MB Transportation Transportation between Sierra South s store and Camp Whitsett is not included with your trip. If you would like to reserve transportation to and from camp with a driver, there are buses available for $175.00 or vans available for $100.00. Buses hold up to 48 scouts and vans hold up to 9 scouts. Round trip Bus service $175.00 / Van service $100.00 No coupon necessary.
Troop #: Troop Leader Name: Scout Name Camp Whitsett Rafting with Sierra South 2010 Sign-up Sheet Amount Paid Release Form Received Notes: Trip Date: *Please arrive 30 minutes before trip. 1 2 3 1. Scheduling Please check trip and time. If multiple trips, please fill out separate form for each trip 4 Circle Day of Week: M T W TH F 5 6 Lickety Split 10:30 am 1:30 pm 3:00 pm 7 $28.50 8 9 10:00 am 1:00 pm 12 13 14 Combo/Merit Badge Trip 9:30 AM 15 $97.50 16 17 2. Shuttling 18 * You may coordinate bus shuttles with other troops! 19 Do not Need 20 Shuttle 21 Van (9 people max.) $100.00 22 Bus (48 people max.) $175.00 23 3. Payment 24 Lickety Split: X $28.75 = 25 Lickety Blaster: X $42.50 = 26 Combo/Merit Badge: X $98.25= 27 28 Van: X $100.00 = 29 Bus: X $175.00 = 30 31 Cash Total: 32 Check 33 Charge Visa MC Amex Disc 34 CC Number: 35 Exp Date: V-Code: 36 Billing Address 37 Zip Code: Cancelation Policy read: 38 *Cancellation Policy: Please note that money paid for reservations is nonrefundable. Once the reservation has been made, it can not be cancelled. If 39 40 no refunds. Your credit card will be charged at time of reservation 10 Lickety Blaster 11 $42.00 customers choose not to go on the reserved trip or if they show up late, there are
Sierra South, Inc. P.O. Box 1909, Kernville, CA 93238 PARTICIPANT RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK AGREEMENT ***READ BEFORE SIGNING*** In consideration of the services of Sierra South, Inc., dba Sierra South Paddlesports, dba Sierra South Mountain Sports, their agents, owners, officers, volunteers, participants, employees, and all other persons or entities acting in any capacity on their behalf (hereinafter collectively referred to as SSI ), I hereby agree to release, indemnify, and discharge SSI, on behalf of myself, my spouse, my children, my parents, my heirs, assigns, personal representative and estate as follows: 1. The risk of injury from the activities involved in this program is significant, including the potential for permanent paralysis and death. 2. I knowingly and freely assume all such risks, both known and unknown, even if arising from the negligence of the Releasees or others, and assume full responsibility for my participation. 3. I willingly agree to comply with the terms and conditions for participation. If 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. 4. I, for myself and on behalf of my heirs, assigns, personal representatives and next of kin, hereby release, indemnify, and hold harmless, SSI, its officers, officials, agents, and/or employees, other participants, sponsors, advertisers, and, if applicable, owners, and lessors of premises used to conduct the event (Releasees), from any and all claims, demands, losses, and liability arising out of or related to an injury, disability or death I may suffer, or loss or damage to person or property, whether arising from the negligence of the Releasees or otherwise, to the fullest extent of the law. 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. Signature of Adult Participant Print Name Date Mailing-Address City State Zip Phone EMAIL For Parent or Guardian of Participant of Minor Age (Must be completed by parent or guardian for participants under the age of 18) In consideration of (print minor s name) (Minor) being permitted by SSI to participate in its activities and to use its equipment and facilities, I as parent/guardian with legal responsibility for this Minor, do consent and agree to his/her release as provided above of all the Releasees, 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. Parent/Guardian Signature: Print Name: Date: PHOTOGRAPHY/VIDEO WAIVER By participating in or attending any activity in connection with the program, whether on or off the premises, I consent to the use of any print or digital photographs, pictures, film, or videotape taken of me for publicity, promotion, television, websites, or any other use, and expressly waive any right of privacy, compensation, copyright or ownership right connected to same. TO HELP US BETTER SERVE YOU AND YOUR FRIENDS, PLEASE CIRCLE THE APPROPRIATE WORD AND FILL IN THE INFORMATION BELOW How did you hear about Sierra South? Friend Brochure Internet Other: Would you like to be put on our mailing list? Please check your interest(s): Rafting Trips Kayaking Climbing Classes Retail Store Sierra South_Release Form.indd 1 4/24/09 12:06:43 PM
FLOAT NOTES KERN RIVER RAFTING TRIPS CONTACTING US Reservations: 800-457-2082 Fax: 760-376-1706 E-mail: info@sierrasouth.com Where to Meet: Sierra South Mountain Sports Store at 11300 Kernville Rd. - Kernville, CA 93238 Lickety Split Lickety Blaster Combo 1/2 Day IK Class IV Upper 1/2 & Full Day Class V Thunder Run We suggest you arrive at the store 30-45 minutes prior to the trip. This will allow sufficient time to check-in, sign release forms and change into wetsuits, if needed. Our trips must leave on schedule. Don t miss the boat! WE PROVIDE: Professional Guides Rafts, Paddles, Life Jackets Wetsuits & Booties (available to rent at Sierra South store) Meals on some full-day trips Transportation from our meeting place (Sierra South Store) to the put-in YOU PROVIDE: Clothes that can get wet Shorts or Bathing Suits Tennis Shoes or River Sandals (See other side for information on the Sierra South Mountain Sports Store and Rentals) Dry clothes for the ride home WE RECOMMEND: Leaving personal items in your vehicle (Sierra South accepts no responsibility for items lost). Wetsuit rentals for early season trips and require them on all Class V trips. NOTE: For your safety, flip-flop sandals or bare feet ARE NOT PERMITTED! ACCOMMODATIONS: For information on motels, B&B s or camping facilities, visit our website sierrasouth.com and link to Around the Kern. Additional info is available from the Kernville Chamber at 760-376-2629 or the Forest Service at 760-376-3781. FINDING US From Los Angeles: Take Interstate 5 North to Highway 99N to Bakersfield. In Bakersfield, take the 178 East exit to Lake Isabella (approx. 50 miles). Part of 178 is curvy, please drive safely. From Lake Isabella, take the Highway 155/Kernville exit towards Kernville (appox. 10 miles). Once in Kernville, go over the bridge and Sierra South will be on the right side with a yellow kayak on top of the store. From the San Diego/Inland Empire: Take Interstate 15 N and Hwy 395 N to Inyokern where you will turn onto Hwy 178 W. You will connect with Hwy 14 South for a short distance before continuing on 178 W towards Lake Isabella. After traveling for approx. 30 miles on 178 W, you will come to a big Kernville sign, turn right onto Sierra Way and go approx. 15 miles. As you enter Kernville, make a left onto Kernville Road. Sierra South Mountain Sports is located 2 blocks on the left, before the bridge. Look for the yellow kayak on top of the store. Parking: Frandy Park next to Sierra South provides public parking for a fee. Some additional space may be available in front of our store or on side streets. Please do not park at someone else s business.
SIERRA SOUTH MOUNTAIN SPORTS STORE Our store has a large selection of paddling equipment and clothing. The knowledgeable staff is always ready to provide expert advice on a broad range of paddling activities and trip needs. Most of the product in our store is available for purchase on our on-line store at sierrasouth.com. A few of the many items we carry in the store are... Boardshorts & Swimsuits Sunglasses & Keepers Rash Guards Hats & Visors River Sandals & Shoes Rental Wetsuits & Booties Sunscreen Souvenir T-Shirts & Hats Waterproof Cameras Trip Photos RENTAL INFORMATION The Sierra South Mountain Sports Store offers a complete line of paddle sports equipment for rent, including wetsuits and booties. See the Wetsuit Rental form for more information. On certain earlyseason trips when water and weather conditions dictate, we may require or recommend all passengers wear wetsuits. Advanced rental reservations are recommended and on a 1st come 1st serve basis. Book as soon as possible. Many early-season weekends will sell out. A wetsuit package includes Farmer John wetsuit, paddle jacket & booties. GRATUITIES (TIPS) Guests often ask if tipping is appropriate for our staff. Yes, if you feel that your guide did an outstanding job, a tip is a great way to show your appreciation. They will be thrilled! TRAVEL INSURANCE We recommend you supplement personal insurance with travel insurance. Cancellation initiated by you may result in substantial loss of fees paid. Vacation insurance protection protects against the loss of deposits in the event you must cancel because of unforeseen circumstances. Optional Travel insurance is available at www.travelguard.com. CANCELLATIONS You may cancel 45 or more days before your Sierra South trip date and receive a full refund less a $25 processing fee per person. Cancellations made 44 days or less before trip date are non-refundable. If you must cancel, try to find a friend to take your space. All trips go rain or shine. However, we reserve the right to cancel a trip due to water conditions or insufficient reservations, in which case only trip fees are refundable. Refunds cannot be granted by guides and must be approved by our main office. No refunds will be given if you leave a trip or class early for any reason. Sierra South is not liable for other costs incurred in association with a cancelled trip. We suggest trip insurance such as www.travelguard.com to cover any unexpected situations. RESPONSIBILITY/LIABILITY All of Sierra South s trips and classes involve physical activity and include certain elements of risk. We make every effort to run our trips in the most professional and in the safest manner possible. However, we cannot guarantee your safety. Trip participants should understand that river trips involve known and unknown risks. We do not assume liability for personal injury or deaths. It is YOUR responsibility to evaluate your level of fitness and to select a trip or class which is appropriate for you. Seek medical advice before your trip if you question your physical condition. Sierra South assumes no responsibility for vehicles and/or contents of vehicles parked during the trip. Everyone will be required to sign a release of liability and assumption of risk form before departure. Minors under 18 not accompanied by their parents must bring a release form signed by their parent or legal guardian. Because of the risks associated with river trips, we urge all trip participants to supplement their own insurance with travel insurance. INFORMATION Reservations: 800-457-2082 Fax: 760-376-1706 E-mail: info@sierrasouth.com Website: www.sierrasouth.com