Participation Agreement:

I/We acknowledge that this is a professional sporting event governed by the rules established by the tournament Board of Directors. I/We agree to abide by the rules set forth. I/We acknowledge that I/we have read a copy of these rules and that these rules relate to the safety of all participants as well as the fair sporting conduct of this event. The Board of Directors shall act as the referee in all disputes and their decision based on their interpretation of the rules will be final and without legal appeal. I/We also understand there are never refunds for tournament entry fees.

Release of Liability:

I/We acknowledge participation is voluntary in the Winnebago Walleye Series (WWS) activities. I/We agree to assume all risk of injury, death, damages, theft, and loss to personal property, which may result from my/our participation in WWS tournaments and functions. I/We recognize that loss of property, injury, death could arise from the fishing and boating activities contemplated by the tournament and the risks normally encountered in open-water fishing from a boat may be enhanced by exposure to the elements and other risks associated with outdoor competition. I/We acknowledge that the safety of all persons aboard the watercraft is a primary concern and is the responsibility of the owner/operator. I/We retain the right not to compete if I/we feel the risks are too great on any given day. I/We realize in waiving the right to compete I/we forfeit any claim to my/our entry fee. I/We release Winnebago Walleye Series, its directors, officers, sponsors, volunteers and agents from any claims for any and all injuries, cost and expenses, death, damage, claims and demands, liability, theft, fire, or any loss occurring in conjunction with any WWS event. I/We warrant that I/we have no physical or mental defect relevant to these activities. (All of the above includes Covid-19 risks)

Photo/Video Release:

I/We acknowledge and agree that any and all photographs, videos and/or films taken during participation in a WWS tournament or event, which includes me, my name, and/or my boat, may be used by the tournament Board of Directors, sponsors or media without prior consent and without royalties.