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Pontoon Rules & Liability Waiver
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Pontoon Rules & Liability Waiver

The pontoon boat may be offered as an optional add-on amenity. Use is voluntary and at the Guest’s own risk. These rules apply to all operators, passengers, and anyone in the Guest’s party.
Assumption of Risk: Boating involves inherent risks (weather, water conditions, other vessels, equipment failure, slips/falls, drowning). By choosing to use the pontoon, Guest voluntarily assumes all such risks.

Operator Requirements

  • Only responsible, sober, competent adults may operate the pontoon.
  • Operator must comply with all Illinois boating laws and lake rules.
  • No operation under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

Safety Rules

  • All children must be supervised at all times near water and on the boat.
  • Life jackets are strongly recommended for all passengers and may be required for children by law.
  • Do not exceed safe passenger limits.
  • Do not allow riding on the bow, sides, or anywhere unsafe while in motion.

Weather & Conditions

  • Guest is responsible for checking weather and returning before unsafe conditions.
  • Do not operate during storms, lightning, heavy wind, fog, or unsafe visibility.

Damage, Loss, and Responsibility

  • Guest is responsible for damages to the pontoon and for any loss/damage to equipment while in Guest’s care.
  • Guest is responsible for fines, citations, towing, recovery, or other costs arising from use or misuse.

Release / Waiver / Indemnification

  • Guest agrees to release and hold harmless Mars Vacation Properties from claims arising from use of the pontoon to the fullest extent permitted by law.
  • Guest agrees to indemnify and defend Mars Vacation Properties against claims, damages, or expenses arising from Guest/party use of the pontoon.
Important: This page provides notice and terms for pontoon use. If the booking process later includes confirmation/acceptance steps, those steps supplement (not replace) these terms.