Associated with the American Federation of Mineral SocietiesDiamond Hill
Quartz Prospect
Antreville, SC
Member of the Southeast Federation of Mineral Societies
PERMISSION FOR PRIVATE INDIVIDUALS: NOTE: New Fee Schedule for Private Individuals For a single person, or for a private group of individuals, each person who wants to visit the Property must read and fill out the form: "ACKNOWLEDGEMENT AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK AGREEMENT AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY", hereafter called "the Form". Be sure to read and initial each paragraph, fill in (legibly) required information about yourself, and sign the Form. For a single person who wants to visit the Property, you must send or deliver the Form to the DH LLC, preferably at least ten days prior to the date(s) you want to visit. Include a check for $15 (per day) made out to the Diamond Hill LLC. The leader must also include a self-addressed, stamped envelope (SASE) if you are NOT requesting an E-Mail permission release to be sent.. For a private group of individuals that wants to visit the Property, the procedure is the same as for a single person (see above), except that one person in the group must be designated the "Trip Leader". The Leader collects all of the Forms and reviews that they are filled out completely and legibly. Then, the Leader sends the forms, in one packet, to the DH LLC. Included in this packet must be one check (made out to Diamond Hill LLC) equal to the number of visitors in the group multiplied by $15 per day. (So, for example, if a group of three individuals wants to spend one day at the Property, the check would be for 3x15=$45; if a group of three individuals wants to spend two days at the Property, then the check would be for 3x15x2=$90.) (For children younger than 16 years old, the fee is $6/day. Anyone greater than 64 years old, who does not dig at Diamond Hill (for example, accompanying spouse, surface collector, etc.), is also charged $6/day. In addition, check with the owners of Diamond Hill LLC for a similar discount for non-diggers younger than 64 ) Upon receipt of the completed Form(s), SASE and check, DH LLC will sign and return the permissions. Alternatively, DH LLC can send permission via e-mail. If permission cannot be granted, then DH LLC will contact the applicant and/or return the check. No visitors are allowed on the Property without a completed Form signed by a representative of the DH LLC. While at the DH LLC, it is the duty of the visitor, or 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 to be on the Property), and none is produced, then the Leader should inform the DH LLC, preferably immediately by phone, or afterwards if no phone is available at the site. While at the DH 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. |
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CHECKLIST
for PRIVATE INDIVIDUALS _____ 1. Contact the Diamond Hill, LLC, to pre-approve the date of your planned visit. |
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| ACKNOWLEDGMENT
AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK AGREEMENT AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY
(To be filled-out by every person entering the property of the Diamond Hill, LLC) READ
AND INITIAL
ALL SECTIONS. In consideration of being permitted access by Diamond Hill, LLC, (DH 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 Hill, 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 Hill, 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 Hill, 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 Hill, 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 Hill, 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 Hill, 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. Name: ________________________________________ Address: ______________________________________ City: ___________________________ State: _________________________ Zip Code: ____________ Phone(s): _______________________________________ E-Mail: _______________________________________ __________ Initial Requesting an E-mail permission to be sent to: (Print
carefully your
email address) ______________________@____________________________
(Diamond Hill, LLC, will fill out information in the following section. This section is not relevant for visiting groups in which the "ACKNOWLEDGMENT AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK AGREEMENT AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY" forms are collected by the Trip Leader at the Property on the day of the field trip. . This section is also not relevant if you are requesting an e-mail permission.) 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 Hill,
LLC
_______________________________________
Date: ___________________ |
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| The Diamond Hill, LLC, (DH
LLC) owns
the Diamond Hill quartz digging area (the "Property") near the town of
Antreville in Abbeville County, South Carolina. With prior
permission,
visitors are allowed to enter the Property and search/dig for rocks and
crystals.
Visitors fall into one of two categories: (1) A private group of one or more individuals who desires to visit the Property;The procedure to gain permission is different for the two categories. To get permission to visit the Property, you should contact the Manager of the DH LLC (Chester Karwoski), or his wife Gail. If you cannot reach Chester or Gail, or if you want to schedule a trip to DH "at the last minute", then you can contact the following people who might be able to schedule for you:Chester Karwoski Anna Hatfield
26 Wiles Rd.
Abbeville, SC 29620
Tel/ fax: 864-446-7357
e-mail: rockfield@wctel.net
To contact Ms. Hatfield (above), or Mr. Major (below), always phone them.
They both check e-mail only once per day, or less frequently.
Bryan Major
111 Dugout Rd
Anderson, SC 29626
Cell: 910-547-0427
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Send e-mail to: gmsmail@gamineral.org |
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