Skipstone Adventures
Group Rental Agreement
Welcome to Skipstone!
Thank you for choosing us for your upcoming event. Please provide the following information as
completely as you can in order for us to serve you better.
Section A – Group Information
Group / Organization Name
Address
City, State, Zip
Email Address
Group Leader / Contact
Day Phone
Night Phone
Cell Phone
Fax
Section B – Event Dates & Number of Participants
Arrival Date
Arrival Time (ETA)
Departure Date
Departure Time (ETD)
**Estimated # of Participants
**Group leader is responsible for providing a final count no later than TEN DAYS
prior to the event. Groups will be invoiced for the final count plus any additional participants.
Section C – Meals Requested (please circle)
Day One
Breakfast
Lunch
Supper
Day Two
Breakfast
Lunch
Supper
Day Three
Breakfast
Lunch
Supper
Day Four
Breakfast
Lunch
Supper
**Meals services are provided by Skipstone Staff – minimum of 30 billed for meals
Section D – Description & Purpose of Event
Please provide us with a brief description of your plans for this event:
Section E – Lodging, Meals & Activities
Lodging & Meal Options
# of guests
cost
Regular Lodging
20.00pp
Breakfast Meals
7.00pp
Lunch Meals
7.00pp
Supper Meals
7.00pp
Banquet Meals
12.50pp
Snack Break (lemonade, water, snacks)
2.50pp
total
*** Meal services are provided by Skipstone Staff - minimum of 30 billed for meals!
Retreat Packages
# of guests
Retreats Plus 1 Night Package
includes lodging, 3 meals and meeting space
38.00pp
Retreats Plus 2 Night Package
includes lodging, 5 meals and meeting space
70.00pp
Retreat Plus 3 Night Package
includes lodging, 7 meals and meeting space
94.00pp
PLUS Activities - add an activity to your retreat
# of guests
cost
Campfire w/ marshmallow roast
for 1 - 29 guests
1.50pp
Campfire w/ marshmallow roast
for 30 - 59 guests
1.25pp
Campfire w/ marshmallow roast
for 60 + guests
1.00pp
Recreation field with LIGHTS
20.00hr.
Swimming Pool (seasonal) 2 hour session
for 1 - 29 guests
3.00pp
Swimming Pool (seasonal) 2 hour session
for 30 - 59 guests
2.50pp
Swimming Pool (seasonal) 2 hour session
for 60 + guests
2.00pp
PLUS Adventure Recreation Options
# of guests
cost
C - Omega Challenge Low Ropes Course
for 1 - 29 guests
9.50pp
C - Omega Challenge Low Ropes Course
for 29 or more guests
7.50pp
C - Facilitated Team Building
for 1 - 29 guests
9.50pp
C - Facilitated Team Building
for 29 or more guests
7.50pp
C - Zipline
for 1 - 29 guests
9.50pp
C - Zipline
for 29 or more guests
7.50pp
B - Rappelling
for 1 - 29 guests
12.00pp
B - Rappelling
for 29 or more guests
10.00pp
B - Geocaching (GPS Hunt)
10.00pp
A - Paintball (coming soon!)
n/a
A - Horseback Riding – 30 day advance registration required
30.00pp
A - Skeet Shooting - 30 day advance reservations required
30.00pp
PLUS Adventure Recreation Packages
# of guests
cost
Two "C" Adventure Recreation Options
minimum of 25 participants
12.00pp
Three "C" Adventure Recreation Options
minimum of 25 participants
15.75pp
Two "B" Adventure Recreation Options
minimum of 25 participants
16.00pp
Three "B" Adventure Recreation Options
minimum of 25 participants
22.00pp
One "C" + one "B" Adventure Option
minimum of 25 participants
14.00pp
The Great Adventure (all C's & B's)
minimum of 25 participants
40.00pp
*** A minimum fee of $200 is billed for Adventure Recreation activities!***
Total Estimated Retreat Price
NEW! - Transportation (58 passenger coach)
$
mapquest hrs. x 4 (2 RT)
hours 70hr
20% Reservation Deposit (20% of total)
$
NON-REFUNDABLE Cleaning Fee
$200
Total Due With Contract
$
Section F – Policies & Contract
Please initial each item!
Deposit - ____ initial here
Groups are required to make a deposit when reserving Skipstone. A deposit of 20% of the total event
is required with your reservation form. This deposit is fully refundable up to thirty days prior to the
event. If the event is cancelled within thirty days of the event, the deposit is non-refundable.
Cleaning Fee - ____ initial here
A cleaning fee of $200 is also required with your reservation form. This fee is part of your reservation
deposit and is non-refundable.
Dress Code - ____ initial here
Skipstone is a Christian Retreat Center. Guests are expected to dress in a way that reflects a
Christian example. Group leaders are responsible for the dress of their group members. The manner
of dress should be set and communicated prior to leaving home. Immodest shorts, tops, distasteful
graphics or other extreme dress are not acceptable and will be reported to the group leader for
correction. More restrictive/comprehensive dress codes may be established by individual groups as
desired.
Emergency Numbers - ____ initial here
Skipstone’s main phone numbers are 770-227-8966 and 678-814-1330. The office may also be
reached at 1-877-GO-SKIP-1. For after hours emergencies, please call the VP of Operations, Chip
Moody at 770-570-8200.
First Aid - ____ initial here
Group leaders are encouraged to bring their own First Aid supplies. Basic supplies are located in the
Dining Hall and are to be administered by Skipstone employees. In the event of a medical
emergency, please call 911 first and then contact Chip Moody (VP of Operations) at 770-570-8200.
Group Leader - ____ initial here
A designated group leader for every group is responsible for the actions and activities of the group.
This includes items such as conduct, discipline, prevention of property damage, and the enforcement
of any Skipstone regulations. Group leader DO NOT have the authority to waive Skipstone
regulations.
Kitchen Access - ____ initial here
Health Department and insurance regulations require that only those individuals vital to the
preparation of food be allowed in the kitchen at any time. Therefore, only Skipstone employees are
allowed in the kitchen area.
Lost & Found - ____ initial here
Please report any lost items and return any found items to the main office at Skipstone. We are not
responsible for the loss of personal property and strongly encourage groups not to bring items of
significant value such as IPODS, Playstations, cell phones, etc.
Maintenance - ____ initial here
Ongoing maintenance of the Skipstone Campus is provided by our Facilities Department. Any
maintenance emergencies should be reported immediately to the Skipstone Office. For after hours
maintenance items, please call the Facilities Director, Glenn Polk at 770-468-4340.
Ownership & Responsibility - ____ initial here
Skipstone is owned and operated by the Skipstone Corporation, a private non-profit organization.
Under Skipstone’s bylaws, the daily management of the property and programs is to be administered
by the VP of Operations and the VP of Programming. These officers of the corporation have been
given the responsibility of maintaining the facility, hosting all groups who utilize the facility, and
protecting the property of the corporation. Therefore, these officers have been given the authority to
interpret the policies and procedures of Skipstone on a daily basis and in the event of any challenge
to said policies. Groups utilizing the property shall agree to abide by the officer’s decision. Any guest
is welcome to appeal an officer’s decision to the President.
Pets - ____ initial here
Health Department and insurance regulations strictly prohibit guests from bringing pets onto the
property. There is a wonderful pet hotel about 5 miles from Skipstone. Please contact the office at
770-227-8966 for contact information.
Prohibited Items - ____ initial here
The following items are prohibited at all times on Skipstone property: fireworks, silly string, weapons,
illegal drugs, smokeless tobacco and alcoholic beverages. Skipstone is a smoke-free facility and
smoking is not allowed on our property. Candles and incense are not allowed to be burned except in
the use of corporate worship and then only under very strict supervision. While not expressly
prohibited, we strongly encourage guests not to bring valuable items such as IPODS, Playstations,
cell phones, etc.
Quiet Hours - ____ initial here
Quiet hours at Skipstone are from 12:00am to 6:30am. Any outdoor activities occurring during quiet
hours must be approved by the VP of Operations or VP of Programming in advance.
Swimming Pool - ____ initial here
The pool is open seasonally. No one may enter the pool area without the Skipstone employed
lifeguard on duty. The decision of the lifeguard on duty in regard to all activities, disputes, questions
or issues is final. This includes the right to revoke swimming privileges from any guest.
Vehicles on Grounds - ____ initial here
To ensure the safety of our guests, personal vehicles must be parked in the designated parking lot for
the duration of the group’s stay. PERSONAL VEHICLES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN THE MAIN CAMP
AREA.
Bedding / Towels / Personal Items - ____ initial here
Skipstone’s retreat facilities consist of dormitory style cabins with 18 – 20 beds per cabin. Guests are
responsible for providing their own bedding, towels, and personal items. Skipstone does not provide
any linens, towels, sheets, blankets, etc.
Special Note Regarding Adventure Activities - ____ initial here
To ensure the safety of our guests, Skipstone requires the use of “closed toe” tennis shoes, boots,
etc. for anyone participating in adventure recreation activities such as ziplines, rappelling, etc.
Skipstone’s staff reserves the right to deny participation in adventure activities to anyone who does
not have on appropriate footwear.
SECTION G - Acceptance of Terms & Waiver of Liability
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY!
I ________________________(group leader) representing ____________________________(group
name) understand the terms and conditions outlined in this document. I further understand that high
adventure activities involve risk of injury or death from various hazards, both obvious and obscure,
including but not limited to, injury by acts of other group participants, falling, being struck by falling
objects, equipment failure, and other risks or occurrences not set forth in this document.
By signing this document, I accept and assume responsibility for any and all such risks, both for
myself, and as an authorized agent or leader of my church / group, whether or not specifically
itemized herein, to include travel to and from activities. I acknowledge that Skipstone Adventures, its
employees, associates, corporate officers, board members, property owners, family of the same and
any organization that Skipstone Adventures represents or contracts with shall be held harmless and
blameless in the event of such an aforementioned risks and will not look to any entity or individual nor
hold them responsible for my or my group’s well being or the protection from such risks, whether or
not those risks are known by those organizations or individuals.
In consideration of participating in any and all activities with Skipstone Adventures, I, on my behalf
and on behalf of my group members, their heirs, assigns, and representatives, do hereby irrevocably
release Skipstone Adventures, it’s employees, associates, corporate officers, board members,
property owners, family of the same and any organization that Skipstone Adventures represents or
contracts with, their successors and assigns from any and all claims which involve any nature of
injury or death or damage to persons or property that may occur as a result of my or my group
members attendance or participation in such aforementioned activities.
By signing this I also give Skipstone Adventures the rights to use any written quotes, photos, or video
footage for promotional purposes, which include the above named participants.
I have read and agree to abide by the policies and regulations of Skipstone. I understand that
as the group leader, I am responsible for my group’s actions, activities, and safety. I accept
the responsibility for inspecting the property for damage and cleanliness before departing and
reporting any damage to the Skipstone employee on duty.
____________________________
Group Leader Signature
________________
Date
***Please enclose your deposit (20% of total), cleaning fee ($200) and this signed contract and mail
to: Skipstone, Attn: Reservations, 600 Baptist Camp Road, Griffin, GA 30223.