Kayaking - August 24, 2024

Sand Shark Adventures
Guided Kayak Nature Tour 
Date: August 24
Time: Pickup 9:15 AM in front of the Rec Center | Paddle 10AM-12:00PM
Location: Palmetto Bluff
Cost: $25
Deadline to register & pay: August 21

Join Sand Shark Adventures and Outside Hilton Head for a guided tour to explore the unique beauty of Palmetto Bluff. Paddle through calm waters and take in the breathtaking scenery of Palmetto Bluff's salt marshes, tidal creeks, and rivers. Outside Hilton Head's experienced guides will lead you on a journey of discovery as you encounter local wildlife such as dolphins, ospreys, egrets, herons, and more. You'll learn about the fascinating history and ecology of the area while enjoying a peaceful and relaxing outdoor adventure. Transportation, instruction, all necessary equipment, and personal flotation devices are included in the cost.

What you need to know:

• Trips are open to USCB students only.
• Pickup will be in front of the Rec Center at 9:15am on August 24.
• Beginner level
• Basic health history form will be required for trip participants.
• No-show participants will not be eligible for a refund.
• Wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing that can get wet, as well as shoes that can be secured to your feet (such as water soes or sandals with sraps)
• Sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses are recommended, as well as a water bottle.

Refunds
There will be no refunds after purchase.  No-show participants will not be eligible for a refund.
Weather cancellations are at the sole discretion of Outside Hilton Head. 

Questions: Contact Sam Haering at haering@uscb.edu

Waiver of liability and release:
In consideration of participating in Sand Shark Adventures - Outdoor Recreation Program, I in full recognition and appreciation of the dangers and risks inherent in such activities, do hereby covenant not to sue, and herby waive, release and forever discharge the University of South Carolina Beaufort and the University of South Carolina, its officers, agents and employees, from and against any and all claims, demands, actions or causes of action, for costs, expenses, or damages to personal property, or personal injury, or death, which may result from my participation in the aforesaid activities.
I acknowledge that my participation in the above-described activities is voluntary. I understand and acknowledge that the aforesaid activities may be hazardous, that my participation is solely at my own risk, and that I voluntarily assume full responsibility for any resulting loss of property, injuries or damages, including death. I further declare that I am physically fit and capable to participate in such activities. I acknowledge and represent that I am at least 18 years of age, that I have carefully read this document and that I sign freely and voluntarily.
I recognize that this waiver of liability and release means I am giving up, among other things, the rights to sue the University of South Carolina Beaufort and the University of South Carolina, its officers, agents, and employees for injuries, damages or losses I may incur as a result of my participation in aforementioned activities. I also understand that this waiver of liability and release binds my heirs, executors, personal representatives, attorneys-of-law, attorneys-in-fact, administrators and assigns, as well as myself. I further agree to indemnify the University of South Carolina Beaufort and the University of South Carolina harmless from any loss, liability, damage, or costs including court costs and attorney's fees incurred as a result of my participation in these activities. This waiver of liability and release shall be governed by and constituted under the laws of the State of South Carolina. 
I have read this entire waiver of liability and release; I fully understand it and agree to be legally bound by it. 

The University recommends that all participants undergo a physical examination with a medical professional prior to participation.