If a recognized organization or club (such as a gem/mineral club, school or university group or class, etc.), consisting of at least eight individuals,  would like to plan a field trip to the Property, then the Trip Leader should contact the DM, LLC to arrange the date(s) that the group would like to visit. 

Permission can be granted as described above for "Private Individuals".

Alternatively, with prior approval from the DM, LLC, the Trip Leader may request that visitors fill out Forms at the site and on the day of the visit.  In this case, the Leader/Organizer must submit the properly filled-out form "CERTIFICATION OF TRIP LEADER" to the DM, LLC, preferably at least one month prior to the planned visit. 

If permission is granted, then on the day(s) of the visit, every visitor in the group must legibly and fully fill-out the "ACKNOWLEDGEMENT AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK AGREEMENT AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY" and submit this to the Leader, who must be present at the Diamond Hill Property.  No one in the group is allowed on the Property unless the Form is first filled-out and submitted to the Leader at the site.

After the visit is completed, the Leader must then send to DM, LLC all of the Forms, along with one check (equal , per fee schedule below, ) made out to the Diamond Mine, LLC, no later than 3 (three) days after the visit.  (Note, for children 12 years of age and younger, the fee is $5/day.  Teenagers 13 to 17, the fee is $10/day.  Adult, 18 and older, $20/day.  Anyone greater than 65 years old is charged $10/day.)

While at the DM, LLC, it is the duty of the Trip Leader not to give permission for anyone else to be on the property, unless such person has a properly filled-out Form.  If the Leader asks to see such a Form (a signed verification for permission, or e-mail permit to be on the Property), and none is produced, then the Leader should inform the DM, LLC, preferably immediately by phone, or afterwards if no phone is available at the site.  

While at the DM, LLC, it is the duty of the visitor not to cross Diamond Mine Road and not to enter the property on that far side of Diamond Mine Road for any purpose.

    _____ 1. Contact the Diamond Mine, LLC, to pre-approve the date of your planned visit.

2. Send to DM, LLC, in one envelope:

    _____  A. The form:  "Certification of Trip Leader" -- legibly completed and signed.

    _____  B. A letter from your head/president endorsing the trip/visit.

    _____  C. Self-addressed stamped envelope.
 

3. Immediately after the trip to the Diamond Hill property, send in one envelope to DM, LLC:

    _____  A. For each visitor, the form "Acknowledgment and Assumption of  Risk Agreement and Release of Liability"  -- legibly completed,
initialed in ten (10) places, and signed.

    _____  B. One check, made out to "Diamond Mine, LLC", per fee schedule above.

(This form is filled-out only if the visit is sponsored by a recognized organization, and if Release Forms are to be submitted at the site.)

The undersigned, ___________________________________, hereby certifies that he/she is organizing a field trip or digging activity for a group of participants, and, acting as the Trip Leader, has requested authorization from the Diamond Mine, LLC, to be permitted access to the Diamond Hill Property in Abbeville County, South Carolina, (the "Property"), for the purpose of conducting a group field trip or group dig for rocks and crystals.  The undersigned acknowledges that he/she is responsible to ensure that group participants have the requisite training to conduct such activities.  The undersigned acknowledges that Diamond Mine, LLC, is not responsible for the supervision of any group participant, and the undersigned certifies that each group participant will be adequately supervised while on the Property.  The undersigned further acknowledges that each group participant must sign an "ACKNOWLEDGMENT AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK AGREEMENT AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY" ("Release Form") before being permitted access to the Property (participants under age 18 must have the Release Form signed by a parent or legal guardian), and by his/her signature below certifies that he/she will collect all signed Release Forms prior to entrance onto the Property.  The undersigned certifies that he/she will not allow any group participant to enter the Property unless that participant has submitted a completed and signed Release Form.
 

Signed:  ____________________________  Date:  _____________

Name:  ____________________________  Phone:  _______________

Address:    __________________________  City:  _________________

State:  __________ Zip Code: ________  E-Mail:  ____________________________ 

Estimated number of participants:  __________ Date(s) of planned visit:  _________________

Name of group:  _________________________________________________________

*** If the Trip Leader is not the Head of the organization, then a letter from the Head (for example, President of a Rock Club) endorsing the visit as a sponsored trip of the organization must be included.

In consideration of the foregoing, and conditioned upon the above-named party's compliance with the certification given, the above-named party has permission to allow group participants to enter the Diamond Hill Property during daylight hours on (date:  ____________________), for the purpose of conducting a field trip or group dig.

Diamond Mine, LLC

_________________________________________  Date:  __________________
 

(To be filled-out by every person entering the property of the Diamond Mine, LLC)

READ AND INITIAL ALL SECTIONS. 
THEN  --  SIGN, DATE AND FILL-OUT CONTACT INFORMATION

In consideration of being permitted access by Diamond Mine, LLC, (DM, LLC), to the Diamond Hill Property in Abbeville County, South Carolina ("Property") for the purpose of digging for rocks and crystals, the undersigned agrees to the following Waiver and Release and makes the following representations: 

__________   Initial  Acknowledgment and Assumption of Risk.   I understand the risks associated with digging activities, inherent and otherwise, which include, but are in no way limited to, risks associated with falling into open pits or trenches, the collapse of excavations, equipment failure, negligent use of equipment, injuries from trips or falls.  I understand and acknowledge that Diamond Mine, LLC, by granting permission to access the Property, is in no way making any representation as to any visitor's physical ability to participate in digging activity.  I have no known health problems or medical conditions which could in any way be exacerbated by the planned activity.  I assume all health risks associated with such activity.  I further understand the risks associated with general outdoor activity, and the hazards that may be presented by natural causes or acts of other persons or animals, whether negligent or intentional. 

__________   Initial  I hereby acknowledge, confirm and agree that, at all times while on or about the Property, I am there at my own risk and will exercise the highest degree of care and caution for my own personal safety and the safety of others.

__________   Initial  I understand that Diamond Mine, LLC, by allowing third parties (any other visitors) on the Property, does in no way guarantee, make any representation or assume responsibility for any third party's character or conduct while on or about the Property. 

__________   Initial   Release of Liability.  Diamond Mine, LLC, shall not be liable for any damages arising from personal injuries sustained by me on or about the Property.  I agree to assume and bear all risks of injuries or damages to my person or personal property sustained while on or about the Property caused by any source whatsoever, whether by natural occurrence, my own acts or the acts of others.  I hereby fully and forever release Diamond Mine, LLC, its owners, agents, members, managers, successors and assigns as well as any other person or entity acting in any capacity on its behalf, from all claims, demands, damages, rights of action, or causes of action or liability for any such personal injury or property damage that I may incur.   

__________   Initial   I further specifically agree to assume all risk of personal injury or property damage resulting from the negligence of Diamond Mine, LLC, its owners, agents, members, managers, employees, and all other persons or entities acting in any capacity on its behalf. 

__________   Initial   Indemnification.  I hereby voluntarily release, forever discharge and agree to hold harmless and indemnify Diamond Mine, LLC, its owners, agents, managers, members, successors or assigns and all other persons or entities acting in any capacity on its behalf, from any and all liability, claims, demands, actions, or rights of action, whether known or unknown, foreseen or unforeseen, relating to or arising out of my presence or activities while on or about the property.

__________   Initial   Lawful Activity.  I agree to conduct myself in a lawful manner at all times while on the property, obeying all local, state and federal regulations and laws.

__________  Initial.  I further agree not to cross to the opposite side of Diamond Mine Road from the Diamond Hill Quartz Prospect, and not to enter the property on that opposite side of Diamond Mine Road for any purpose.

__________   Initial   Successors Bound.  This Agreement and all representations made herein shall apply to and bind myself, my heirs, assigns and representatives.

__________   Initial   Severability.  It is my intention that this Agreement be as broad and inclusive as permitted by law.  In the event that any portion of this Agreement is determined to be invalid, such invalid portion shall be severed and the remaining provisions of the Agreement shall remain in full force and effect.

__________   Initial   Governing Law/Jurisdiction.  This Agreement shall be construed in accordance with the laws of the State of South Carolina, and I agree to submit to the jurisdiction of the courts of the State of South Carolina.
 

Date(s) of your visit to Diamond Hill  _________________________________________________ 
 

Signed:  _________________________________________________________      Date:  __________________

(If under 18 years old, must be signed by visitor's parent or legal guardian.  State child's age. 
 Children under 10 years old are not encouraged to visit the Property.)
 

Name:   ____________________________________________ 

Address:  ___________________________________________

City:  ___________________________      State:  _________________________

Zip Code:  ____________ 

Phone(s):  __________________________________________ 

E-Mail:       __________________________________________
 

In consideration of the Agreement contained herein, the above-named party has permission to access the Diamond Hill Property, during daylight hours, on (date) _________________________________  for the purposes of prospecting and digging for rocks and crystals.
 
 

Diamond Mine, LLC _______________________________________

                   Date:   ___________________

Visitors fall into one of two categories: 

(1) A private group of one or more individuals who desires to visit the Property; 
(2) Members of a recognized organization or club that is sponsoring a field trip to the Property. 

To get permission to visit the Property, you should contact the Managers of the Diamond Mine LLC (DM LLC):  Gina Clary or Bryan Major.

Phone:      (910) 547-0427  or   (864) 934-3744
Fax:  (864) 338-7426
e-mails:   dhmine@rocketmail.com,    surfer1582@yahoo.com   or   gina1420@aol.com

 Send mail to:
     Gina Clary
     Diamond Mine LLC
     PO Box 158
     Belton, SC  29627

Please visit Diamond Hill’s new web site at www.dhmine.com  for  upcoming events, additional information, or possible closed dates.

You may also make arrangements to visit the Property with the former owner (Chester Karwoski), or his wife Gail:"
 Chester & Gail Karwoski
1040 Sweet Gum Way
Watkinsville, GA 30677

Phone: (706) 769-8163 
Fax: (706) 769-9589
e-mail: GAILKARWOSKI@HOTMAIL.COM

If you cannot reach any of the above, then you can contact

Anna Hatfield
26 Wiles Rd.
Abbeville, SC 29620
Tel/ fax: (864) 446-7357