For years the Ormewood Dog Yard has relied on donations from users to support the upkeep for this portion of the Ormewood Church property. We are grateful for those who originally imagined and sustained this community gathering place, and we are grateful for a new set of folks committed to its upkeep, safety, and sustainability through an affordable fee of $10/month.
Please submit payment for the remaining calendar months of the current year. For example, if you are beginning your payment in September, please pay a fee of $40 for 4 months of usage. You will type the amount in the box below. You will receive an invitation to renew for an additional year in December.
For multiple users in one household: Each user must fill out their own Waiver, but households only need to pay one fee. Simply leave the fee spot blank on any additional waiver submissions.
Annual Fee: $120. Payment of the annual fee entitles each user to a Vizpin access code, which will allow the user to open the gate to the dog yard during park hours. All access codes expire on December 31st, and partial-year fees will be prorated at a cost of $10 per month. All partial months cost $10. (Example: May 20—Dec 31 fee is $80).
Park Hours. For the most up to date hours, please check the website at
https://www.ormewoodchurch.org/dogyard. Payment of the annual fee does not guarantee access for a certain number of hours, and the managing volunteers may adjust hours for safety reasons, maintenance, inclement weather, or any other appropriate reason.
By checking the boxes below, I represent and guarantee that the following statements will be true for any dogs I bring to Ormewood Dog Yard. I understand that although we seek to create a safer environment by asking users to abide by these requirements, there is no guarantee that all dogs entering the dog park will meet these requirements.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF RISK & RELEASE OF LIABILITY
I understand and agree that Ormewood Dog Yard is not and will not be supervised by any Dog Park volunteer or other person. I knowingly accept and acknowledge that I assume any and all risks associated with the usage of the dog park, including any fixtures and equipment, in an unsupervised and self-directed manner. My use is entirely AT MY OWN RISK.
I fully understand and acknowledge that unleashing my dog and being physically present at the dog park involves risks of injury to me, other persons, my dog, and other dogs. I understand that irrespective of their training and usual behavior, dogs may act or react unpredictably at times, and I agree to assume the risk of injury to me, any individual accompanying me, and my dogs. I understand that the risk may result from poorly trained dogs, frolicking or frenzied dog behavior, or even aggressive, vicious, or dangerous dogs. I recognize that the risks include, but are not limited to, dog fights, dog bites, dog scratches, and being chased, tripped, or knocked down by a dog.
I further understand and assume the risks that not all dogs using the dog park have received the rabies vaccine, as required by law; not all dogs have been vaccinated for distemper or parvo; and not all dogs are free of parasites, including fleas and ticks. I recognize that these circumstances can result in injury or death to both dogs and humans.
I understand and assume the risk that my dog may escape over or under a fence or through the dog park gate; that my dog may be subject to theft or unlawful capture; that plants or water sources in the dog park may be unhealthy or poisonous if consumed; that park vegetation may have burrs or seeds that may become entangled in a dog’s fur or lodged in a dog’s feet, ears, nose, or throat; and that mosquitoes, ticks, spiders, chiggers, fleas, or other insects or animals may be present in the park. I acknowledge that all the risks set forth in the preceding paragraphs may injure or infect my dog, myself, or anyone accompanying me. I expressly assume all these and additional unnamed risks.
I understand that the management responsibilities of Ormewood Dog Yard are handled by a group of volunteers in the neighborhood who donate their time and efforts to provide this community space and oversee general operations. Users are expected to adhere to all posted signs and rules, as well as the Ormewood Dog Yard Rules at the end of this waiver and to be responsible for their own behavior and that of their dogs.
I hereby waive, to the fullest extent of the law, any right that I may have to institute legal proceedings to recover costs of any kind, regardless of the form of action, from Ormewood Church, Ormewood Dog Yard, and their respective agents, officers, employees, volunteers, or assigns.
I hereby agree to indemnify and hold harmless Ormewood Church, Ormewood Dog Yard, and their respective agents, officers, employees, volunteers, and assigns from any and all loss, cost, claims, damage, expense, and liability resulting from my use of the dog park, including death, sickness, injury, or disease affecting any person or dog, or the destruction of property, real or personal, arising directly from my use of the dog park or any associated equipment.
I accept and acknowledge my personal responsibility for any injury or damage caused by the wrongful or aggressive behavior of my dog, whether such loss occurs as a result of biting, jumping, running, scratching, digging, charging, or any other behavior. I further accept that I am personally responsible for any injury or damage caused by my own wrongful behavior, including but not limited to failing to properly secure the gate upon entry and exit and failing to abide by any of the listed or posted rules.
Severability. If any term or provision of this Liability Waiver is held illegal or unenforceable, the remaining terms and provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
Binding Effect. I acknowledge that I am signing this document on behalf of, and intend that it be binding on, myself and my personal representatives, heirs, executors, administrators, agents, and all other successors and assigns.
Governing Law; Waiver of Jury Trial. This Liability Waiver shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of Georgia. Any legal proceeding arising out of or in connection with this agreement shall be submitted to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of the State of Georgia. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, I IRREVOCABLY AND EXPRESSLY WAIVE ALL RIGHT TO A TRIAL BY JURY IN ANY ACTION OR PROCEEDING ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THIS AGREEMENT.
By signing this agreement, I acknowledge that I have carefully read the terms of this Liability Waiver and fully agree with its contents. I certify that I am 18 years of age and of sound mind. I have read the Ormewood Dog Yard Rules and agree to comply with them at all times. I understand that all fees paid for using the dog park are nonrefundable and that my access code, and right to use the park, may be revoked for failure to abide by the rules, misuse of the park, misbehavior of my dog, incessant barking, nuisance behaviors, and any other reason, in the sound discretion of the managing volunteers.
I understand that I may only use Ormewood Dog Yard if I agree to this Liability Waiver by signing below.
This is a release of liability. Do not sign this form if you do not understand or agree with all of its terms. Every dog handler entering the dog park must sign this waiver, even if you are part of the same household as another. The signature of a parent or guardian is required for any user under the age of 18.
For questions about or assistance with matters involving Ormewood Dog Yard, or to report an incident in violation of usage rules or safety expectations, please see https://www.ormewoodchurch.org/dogyard for contact information for park volunteers or to submit an Incident Reporting Form.
All authorized users and their guests must abide by the following rules. Failure to do so may result in the revocation of your right to use the dog park.
- Access codes are non-transferable. Access codes may only be used by the person or persons to whom they are issued and only after signing the Liability Waiver.
- Users must ensure the gate closes securely behind them.
- Children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult. You are responsible for the safety of your children.
- Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting Ormewood Dog Yard.
- Any dog handlers must maintain sight and voice command over their dogs at all times.
- No more than two (2) dogs are permitted per responsible dog handler at one time.
- Dog waste must be cleaned up immediately and disposed of in appropriate receptacles.
- Any users creating a disturbance, violating these rules, or any law must leave immediately upon the request of managing volunteers or law enforcement.
- You must immediately leash your dog if it is exhibiting aggressive or unsafe behavior.
- Dogs must be removed at the first sign of aggression.
- No puppies younger than six (6) months of age may use the dog park.
PROHIBITED ITEMS The following items may not be used or brought into the dog park:
- Prong, electric, or spike collars
- Alcohol, food, or glass containers
- Smoking, vaping, or tobacco products of any kind
- Bicycles, strollers, skateboards, or scooters