TERMS & CONDITIONS

Hold Harmless Waiver

Event Dates: September 8 - September 14, 2024
Event Location: 48 Pat Dr. Clarkesville, GA 30523
Neighboring Property: 1748 Moccasin Creek Rd. Clarkesville, GA 30523

Welcome to Summer Camp for Songwriters ("Camp"). By submitting your information below and checking the agreement box, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to the terms and conditions outlined in the Hold Harmless Waiver, Privacy Policy, and Terms of Service.

1. Release of Liability
I, the undersigned, acknowledge that my participation in Camp, hosted by Summer Camp for Songwriters LLC, involves certain inherent risks, including but not limited to physical activities such as watersports, yoga, team-building exercises, and outdoor adventures, as well as group songwriting sessions and the use of various equipment.

I voluntarily assume all risks associated with my participation in Camp and hereby agree to hold harmless, release, and discharge Summer Camp for Songwriters LLC, its owners, staff, volunteers, contractors, vendors, third-party service providers, the property owners of 48 Pat Dr. Clarkesville, GA 30523 and 1748 Moccasin Creek Rd. Clarkesville, GA 30523, and any affiliated personnel from any and all claims, demands, damages, actions, or causes of action for personal injury, death, or property damage arising out of or in connection with my participation in Camp.

2. Property Damage and Personal Equipment
I acknowledge that Summer Camp for Songwriters LLC, its staff, and third-party vendors will be using and providing various equipment, including electronics, furniture, camera gear, and musical instruments. I agree that I am responsible for any personal items I bring to Camp, including but not limited to musical instruments, electronics, and other gear. I also agree that any damage to or loss of my personal equipment is my sole responsibility, and I release Summer Camp for Songwriters LLC, the property owners, staff, volunteers, and third-party vendors from any liability regarding such damage or loss, regardless of whether I am a paid participant or a volunteer.

Similarly, I acknowledge that the staff, contractors, volunteers, and vendors involved in producing Camp or providing amenities are also using their own equipment at their own risk. I understand that Summer Camp for Songwriters LLC assumes no responsibility for damage, loss, or theft of staff, vendor, or participant property, including electronics, musical instruments, or other gear.

3. Vendors and Third-Party Providers
I understand that some activities during Camp, such as watersports, team-building exercises, and other services, will be provided by third-party vendors who may not carry their own insurance. By participating in these activities, I acknowledge and accept that I do so at my own risk, and I waive any claims or liability against these vendors, providers, and Summer Camp for Songwriters LLC for any injuries, damages, or losses incurred.

4. Food and Dietary Considerations
I acknowledge that meals provided during Camp will be prepared in a non-commercial kitchen, and that the staff will do their best to accommodate my dietary restrictions. I release Summer Camp for Songwriters LLC, its staff, and the property owners from any claims related to foodborne illness or allergic reactions, with the understanding that all reasonable precautions will be taken to ensure food safety.

5. Assumption of Risk
By submitting this form, I acknowledge that I have read and fully understand the nature of the activities that I will be participating in at Camp and accept that certain risks are inherent and unavoidable. I voluntarily agree to assume all such risks.

6. Medical Release
In the event of an emergency, I authorize Summer Camp for Songwriters LLC and its staff to seek medical treatment on my behalf. I understand and agree that I am responsible for all medical costs.

Privacy Policy

I acknowledge and agree to the following terms regarding the use of private information at Summer Camp for Songwriters ("Camp").

1. Consent for Photography and Videography
I consent to being photographed, recorded, and filmed during Camp by staff and other participants. I grant permission for these photos, recordings, and videos to be used by Summer Camp for Songwriters LLC for any purpose including the promotion of the Summer Camp for Songwriters LLC brand.

2. Permission for Name Image & Likeness
I grant permission to Summer Camp for Songwriters LLC to use my name, image, and likeness for promotional and archival purposes.

Terms of Service

I acknowledge and agree to the following terms regarding the ownership and publishing rights of any songs written during scheduled co-writing sessions at Summer Camp for Songwriters ("Camp").

1. Publishing Ownership and Songwriting Credits
During the co-writing sessions at Camp, any songs created are subject to the following ownership structure:

  • Summer Camp for Songwriters LLC will automatically receive a 10% ownership stake in the intellectual property referred to as the publishing rights for each song written.

  • The remaining 90% ownership of the publishing rights for each song will be evenly split between the songwriters assigned to the co-writing session.

However, it is understood that organizations cannot be credited as songwriters. To accommodate this:

  • Clifton Jennings Rhoad, one of the owners of Summer Camp for Songwriters LLC, has registered the pseudonym "Summer Camp" with BMI (IPI #1240664181) for the purpose of collecting royalties on behalf of the organization.

  • Clifton Jennings Rhoad assigns Summer Camp’s 10% ownership share of the publishing to Summer Camp for Songwriters LLC

2. Songwriting Participation and Contribution Agreement
I acknowledge and agree that only the songwriters designated to participate in the scheduled co-writing sessions are to contribute to the creation of the songs. I understand and accept that as a member of the Camp staff or as an additional participant (whether paid or volunteer), I am not permitted to contribute to the songwriting process in any way.

Furthermore, I agree that to the extent that I may influence the creation of any songs—whether intentionally or inadvertently—I hereby waive any and all claims to ownership, authorship, or copyright share in any songs created during the co-writing sessions, that might otherwise be granted to me under U.S. copyright law. I acknowledge that such ownership and authorship are to be determined solely according to the structure described in this agreement.

Participant Agreement Form