Welcome to our new tool lending project! Our first addition is a biochar kiln which is available free to Grange members.

Biochar Kiln Lending Agreement and Liability Waiver

Can Biochar Improve Soil and Reduce Carbon Emissions?

An interview with Kelpie Wilson: https://youtu.be/0vLLH5bKj1U

General Policies

Photo ID and/or Current Driver’s license is required at the time of pick-up.
You must be 18 yrs old or older to rent.
Individual named on the contract must be present at the time of pick-up or item(s) will not be released.

Check-Out Procedures

Before leaving Columbia Grange 267, you are responsible for inspecting all equipment carefully and to bring any missing or damaged equipment to a volunteer's attention. Make sure any discrepancies are noted on the rental agreement. Failure to note any discrepancies may result in a fee for damaged or missing equipment. If needed, please ask a volunteer for assistance with inspection and/or instructions on how to properly set-up the equipment.

Check-In Procedures

Equipment must be returned within 72 hours of the time and date listed on your contract. Returns later than 72 hours of the listed time may incur a $40/day late fee. A cleaning fee of $10.00 per rental will be collected if they are not returned in the same condition they left. You will be charged for equipment that is dirty, damaged, or missing, up to and including the cost to replace such equipment at the current equipment costs, regardless of the age of the equipment. Equipment left unattended (during closed hours) at Columbia Grange 267 will be charged a $25.00 fee regardless of the reason unless arrangements are made before hand with a volunteer. Should the equipment be lost or stolen while left unattended, the renter will be responsible for all replacement costs at full retail prices.

Biochar Kiln Availability

Please check the calendar for available dates before submitting your application. NOTE: Call Corbett Fire District Burn Line (503-809-4372) to make sure burning is allowed.

Tool Selection

Grange Membership

Member (free)

Non-member ($50.00)

Date + Time of Pickup

Date + Time of Return (within 72 hours)

Name

First Name

Last Name

Address

Address 1

Address 2

City

State/Province

Zip/Postal Code

Country

Phone

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I hereby agree that by renting this tool from Columbia Grange 267, I accept liability for any damages or injury that may occur while using any of the equipment regardless of its condition lended from Columbia Grange 267. By signing this agreement, I understand I am waiving my right to bring a court action to recover compensation or to obtain any other remedy for any injury to myself, my property, or my death, however caused, arising out of my use of any equipment or programs of Columbia Grange 267. I understand that there are inherent risks associated with using this tool. I acknowledge that I have the necessary skills to use the above lended equipment properly. I also acknowledge that I will use the equipment in a safe manner that is not contrary to recommended use. I am aware of hazards associated with the use of fire equipment, including, but not limited to physical or emotional injury, death, or damage to myself, to property, or to third parties. I understand that such risks simply cannot be eliminated without jeopardizing the essential qualities of the activity. I understand that some equipment and/or tool may require additional safety devices, such as a fire extinguisher. I agree that I will be solely responsible for proper use of safety and other equipment/tools and procedures. It is my responsibility to inspect all equipment/tools prior to use. I, the undersigned user or guardian of user HEREBY RELEASE on behalf of myself, my heirs, representatives, successors, executors, and administrators Columbia Grange 267 its officers, agents, and employees from any cause of action, claims, or demands of any nature whatsoever including, but not limited to, a claim of negligence. I expressly agree and promise to accept and assume all of the risks existing in this activity. My participation in the activity is purely voluntary and I elect to participate in spite of the risks. I agree to hold harmless and/or indemnify and defend Columbia Grange 267 and their officers, agents, servants, and employees from all liability, costs, or expenses resulting from accidents or injury to -- or for the death of -- any person or property directly or indirectly arising from my use or my permission, express or implied, to use the lended equipment/tool. I also agree that if I damage, loose, or misplace any item, I will pay for losses or damages. I agree that if Columbia Grange 267 incurs any costs associated with recovery of payment for damages or losses (such as court costs) that I will reimburse or pay Columbia Grange 267 for these costs as well as the replacement cost of the damaged or lost items. I understand that loading tools onto my vehicle has the potential to cause damage to person or property during loading, unloading or transport of the equipment. I will not hold Columbia Grange 267 or its volunteers liable for any damages to person or property that may occur due to loading, unloading or transport of this equipment. I understand that the terms of this agreement are legally binding and I certify that I am signing this agreement, after having carefully read it, of my own free will.

By signing below, I attest that I have read, understood and agreed to these conditions. My signature further indicates that all information provided on the rental sheet is true and correct.