STANDARD TERMS & CONDITIONS OF LICENSE OF OCCUPATION

Roots RV Resorts (Roots) operates recreational vacation properties across Ontario. Our resorts are for recreational vacation purposes only and are not to be used as your primary residence.

The following terms apply to your stay as a Licensee (see definitions below) at any of our properties. Our Resorts are not operational for at least one month per calendar year for repairs and maintenance. During closures, there is no public access to the resorts. 

By accepting the Booking Confirmation or by staying at our Resorts you agree to the terms herein which may change from time-to-time and posted on our website at RootsRV.ca. 

In this Agreement, the following terms have the meanings set out below. 

1. “Camping Unit” means any mobile, permanent, or semi-permanent dwelling, including, without limitation, a tent, trailer, cabin, mobile home, recreational vehicle, tiny home, dock, or park model RV. 

2. “Vacation Property” means the land area in which the Camping Unit along with all lands used by the Licensee.

3. “Booking Confirmation” means the document or email that you will receive which outlines the fees, duration of stay, and government principles of the property.

4. “Fees” are the amounts we bill you including overnight stays usage fees, ancillary fees, etc. All fees and charges are available for viewing and payment using our online guest web portal.

5. “Invitee” means a Licensee’s guest, not to exceed the maximum occupancy number of 6 people per site to remain on the property overnight. Large groups of day time guests must be approved by the Park Manager.

6. “License” has the meaning ascribed further below under “Camping Unit Licenses

7. “License End Date” is your departure date as stipulated in the Booking Confirmation 

8. “License Start Date” is your arrival date at our resort as stipulated in the Booking Confirmation

9. “License Term” or “Term” means the period of time between the License Start Date and the License End Date.

10. “Licensee” means primary registered guest and the single person named on the booking confirmations.

11. “Off Season” means anything that is not during the season.

12. “Resort” is any and all properties managed by Roots  and listed on our website.

13. “Rules and Regulations” means the rules and regulations that are set out herein.

14. “Season” means the period of time between the License Start Date and the License End Date.

15. “Utilities” means all sanitary (including water), electrical, water, gas, hot water, and all public or private utilities or services supplied or charged to the Resort. 

General Prohibition/Notice of Trespass

Entry into our Resorts other than in compliance with the terms and conditions of this Agreement constitutes a violation of and a trespass under the Trespass to Property Act.

Trespass to Property Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. T.21 

Trespass an offence (b) does not leave the premises immediately after he or she is directed to do so by the occupier of the premises or a person authorized by the occupier, is guilty of an offence and on conviction is liable to a fine of not more than $10,000. R.S.O. 1990, c.

Camping Unit Licenses 

This license will detail the terms and conditions of your stay at our Resorts and will expire at License end Date. 

You may use the resort including common areas subject to the terms listed herein on a limited and temporary basis for vacation and subject to the Term. This right to use shall be extended to up to four children and up to five invitees, subject to resort congestion. Acting in the best interest of the resort and its guests, Roots reserves the unilateral right to restrict access at any time. 

No person other than the Licensee and or an Invitee may use the property and under any circumstances without the express written consent of Roots. 

Licensee acknowledges and agrees that it shall be responsible for all damages, claims, losses, or any other all liabilities whatsoever caused by or as a result of the acts or negligence of their Children or any person who attends the Resort at the invitation of, or because of, the Licensee or their Children, or otherwise any person for whom they are at law responsible (in each such case, a “Invitee”). Refer to Rules and Regulations section for the applicable rules, limits, and charges regarding Invitees.

Fees 

In exchange for the License, the Licensee agrees to pay Roots the Fees. Any services provided by Roots in addition to those outlined in the Booking Confirmation, will result in additional fees being charged to the Licensee. All Fees owing shall be non-transferable and all Fees paid shall be non-refundable. During the Term, we reserve the unilateral right to increase your fees to allow for inflation, leasehold improvements of common areas and other unexpected circumstances that are beyond our control. 

All fees are due and payable when invoiced. Any overdue amount shall incur interest at the rate of 3.25% per month, calculated daily, with a minimum overdue payment charge of $25 each month plus a $50 per month processing. Dishonored cheques will be subject to a $100 fee. If the Licensee fails to pay any Fees within 30 days of when due Roots may, in its sole and absolute discretion and upon delivery of written notice to the Licensee, terminate this Agreement or suspend any right or privileges of the Licensee until such time as the Fees are repaid in full. Any deposit or prepaid Fees paid by the Licensee shall be forfeited in such circumstances.

The Licensee shall pay the cost of all Utilities as and when invoiced to Roots, based on actual consumption as measured and calculated by Roots, or as estimated by Roots in its discretion. 

All deposits and prepaid Fees are non-refundable and are held against the final balance owing for any year. The deposit is forfeited as liquidated damages and not as a penalty upon breach of any term of this Agreement. 

In addition to the foregoing, the Licensee shall pay in addition any taxes, assessments, levies, or license fees imposed by any authority on or as a result of any equipment, fixtures, improvements, furnishings or vehicles erected, placed or left on the Vacation Property by or on behalf of the Licensee, which additional charges shall be payable immediately upon receipt of any notice or demand for payment received by Roots and conveyed to the Licensee.

Seasonal Use 

It is agreed by the parties that use of the Resort shall be for seasonal, recreational purposes for temporary periods of time only and as further restricted by periods of park closure. As well, during any use of the Vacation Property by the Licensee, the Licensee shall maintain permanent residential premises elsewhere other than at the Resort that the Licensee have unlimited access to. The Licensee expressly acknowledges that zoning for the Resort prohibits the residential use of the Vacation Property in the Resort. The Camping Unit on site cannot and shall not be used as a permanent or principal residential or home address. 

Only one (1) Camping Unit may be on the Vacation Property at any time. 

Use of the Resort and the Vacation Property is permitted only during the Season, unless otherwise set out in the Rules and Regulations. Overnight use of the Resort and the Vacation Property during “off season” is strictly prohibited. The Licensee must obtain the written consent of Roots in order to enter onto the Resort during the Off Season

The Licensee and the Licensee’s Invitees shall not be permitted to enter the Resort until such time as Roots is in receipt of: (i) all Fees due and owing by the Licensee hereunder by the scheduled due dates, (ii) proof all insurance required to be held by the Licensee hereunder, and (iii) a detailed profile completed on the guest online portal of the licensee along with identification

Rules and Regulations 

The Licensee acknowledges and confirms that he/she has reviewed and understands the Rules and Regulations herein. The Licensee agrees to comply with the Rules and Regulations at all times throughout the Term. The Licensee acknowledges that, notwithstanding any of the provisions of this Agreement, Roots may amend the Rules and Regulation at any time and from time to time and, and such amendments will be posted herein on our website. 

THE LICENSEE ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THE RULES AND REGULATIONS CONTAIN RULES INTENDED FOR THE SAFE ENJOYMENT OF ALL USERS OF THE RESORT. THE LICENSEE ACKNOWLEDGES THAT ROOTS IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR THE ACTS OR OMISSIONS OF ANY OTHER USER OF THE RESORT, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION HIS/HER FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE RULES AND REGULATIONS. Roots assumes no responsibility for, nor shall it be named as liable for any loss suffered or incurred by a Licensee, Your Child, or Invitee, or any personal property belonging to any of the foregoing, including, without limitation, Camping Units, vehicles or personal contents, regardless of the cause, whether through fire, theft, Resort closures, or otherwise, or due to circumstances beyond control of Roots including an “act of God”, flooding, power outages, contagion, forest fires, sewage or water system failures, nor shall Roots be legally responsible in any way for collision or otherwise to Camping Units, additions, improvements or vehicles or their contents, regardless of cause. The Licensee agrees that the use of the Resort and the Vacation Property by the Licensee, their Children, and the Invitees, is solely at their own risk. The Licensee, together with their heirs, executors, administrators, successors and assigns HEREBY RELEASE, WAIVE AND FOREVER DISCHARGE Roots, their agents, servants, successors and assigns (the “Released Parties”) OF AND FROM ALL CLAIMS, demands, damages, costs, expenses, actions and causes of action, whether in law or equity, in respect of death, injury, loss or damages to themselves, Children or Invitees HOWSOEVER CAUSED, arising or to arise by reason of occupation and use of the Vacation Property and the Resort or otherwise, whether prior to, during or subsequent to this Agreement AND NOTWITHSTANDING that the same may have been contributed to or occasioned by the negligence of any of the Released Parties. The Licensee further undertakes on their own behalf and on behalf of Children and Invitees to indemnify the Released Parties from and against any and all liability incurred by any or all of them arising as a result of or in any way connected with this Agreement. 

The Licensee acknowledges and agrees to carry the insurance policies required in the Rules and Regulations, but in no event shall such coverage be less than fire, storm damage, and third-party liability coverage of less than $1,000,000 per occurrence. 

The Licensee hereby undertakes and agrees to abide by, and comply with, all provisions, terms and conditions of any applicable municipal, provincial or federal laws and regulations with respect to this Agreement. Any failure to do so by the Licensee, Their Children, or the Invitees, shall, at the option of Roots, be deemed to be a breach of this Agreement and shall entitle Roots to terminate this Agreement immediately, upon delivery of written notice to the Licensee, in which case, in addition to any other consequences of termination provided in this Agreement, the Camping Unit and all other property of the Licensee, Their Children and Invitees shall be removed from the Vacation Property and all their use and occupancy at the Vacation Property shall cease, with no refund of any deposit held by Roots in respect of this License.

Term and Termination 

The Licensee hereby authorizes and directs Roots, upon termination of this Agreement for any reason, to act as the Licensee’s agent for the securing and/or removal of any of the Licensee’s Camping Unit, and all other property, from the above Vacation Property and Resort. Roots shall not be liable for any damage incurred to the Camping Unit or personal property occasioned as a result of removal. All costs associated for the removal and cleaning shall be borne by the Licensee. 

In the event of any default under this Agreement by the Licensee, including a breach of the Rules and Regulations, or any early termination of this Agreement by Roots permitted or contemplated under this Agreement, and except where otherwise stated, Roots may enforce any one or more of the following rights or remedies and in any order: 

1. On fourteen (14) days’ prior written notice of default delivered, or deemed received under the terms of this Agreement, to terminate this Agreement and re-enter upon the Vacation Property and repossess it. 

2. To sue for any overdue payments or damages arising out of a breach of this Agreement, together with all unpaid interest thereon (at the Courts of Justice Act rate), legal costs and fees on a full indemnity basis, together with any other costs of any nature or kind which may be incurred in repossessing the Vacation Property and/or collecting overdue payments and/or damages. 

3. To take any action, including bringing or defending an application or action filed with a court or tribunal, which Roots determines necessary to enforce or interpret the terms of this Agreement and to recover Roots’ legal costs and fees on a solicitor and client basis together with any and all other costs of any nature or kind which may be incurred in enforcing or interpreting the terms of this Agreement. 

4. To seize any goods or property of the Licensee on the Vacation Property or the Resort and, subject to any applicable laws, sell the same to recover any monies or damages owing. 

5. To bar the Licensee, Their Children and the Invitees permission from: 

1. staying on the Resort past 8:00 p.m. on any night of the aforementioned fourteen (14) days; and 

2. attending or participating in any common activities as may be held in the Resort. 

In the event of an operations shut-down or opening delay at the Resort imposed by governmental, public health or other regulatory authorities, including, without limitation, any shut-down or delays caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, all Fees payable by the Licensee hereunder shall nonetheless be payable in full, subject only to Roots’ sole and exclusive exercise of discretion, which may be unreasonably exercised, in determining whether the Licensee’s Fees shall abate during the period of shut-down or delay, as the case may be. 

In the event that the Vacation Property shall be repossessed under the terms of this Agreement, any goods, including any Camping Unit, that the Licensee or their Children or Invitees have left on the Vacation Property or the Resort shall be deemed to be an article as defined by the Repair and Storage Liens Act of Ontario, (hereinafter referred to as the “RSLA”), and may be removed by Roots who shall be deemed to be a lien claimant and storer under the RSLA, to whatever location Roots deems appropriate. Roots shall not be responsible for any loss or damage to such goods as a result of such removal or storage. The Licensee will be responsible for any storage costs and moving costs incurred, together with any outstanding rent or charges or any other monies due under this agreement and Roots may recover costs and/or monies owing in accordance with the provisions of the RSLA. 

If the Licensee shall become bankrupt during the Term, then all Fees due and owing by the Licensee together with the Fees for the three (3) months next ensuing shall immediately become due and payable, and this Agreement shall, at the option of Roots, forthwith be terminated and such accelerated and additional Fees shall be recoverable by Roots as if it were Fees in arrears.

Alterations and Sale 

The Licensee may not alter the Vacation Property or any other part of the Resort, except as permitted by the Rules and Regulations. The Licensee shall be responsible for all fees and costs associated with any alteration, including without limitation, permits, licenses, insurance and legal fees on a full indemnity basis. The Licensee may not place any structures including docks without the express written consent of Roots. Any and all alterations shall be fully compliant with all building codes and laws that may apply. All alterations shall become the property of Roots unless the Rules and Regulations provide otherwise. Required permits must be obtained prior to construction and provided to Roots for approval. Working plans and specifications must be provided to Roots for approval (in its discretion) for all proposed alterations and construction. Once such work is approved the Licensee shall provide Roots a true copy of Worker’s Compensation coverage or liability insurance if self-employed. A construction deposit equal to the work being conducted will be paid to Roots until the permit is closed. Roots may require that, at the cost of the Licensee, a supervisor or representative of Roots supervise all construction. In the event of any deficient workmanship, unreasonable delays or other failure of the Licensee to conduct the construction in a diligent, good and workmanlike manner and in accordance with all building codes and laws as aforesaid, and all pre-approved plans, specifications and permits, Roots may at its option assume the construction and charge all costs thereof to the Licensee, plus a fifteen percent (15%) administrative fee, collectable as Fees hereunder. 

The Licensee shall exercise such care as is reasonable in the maintenance of the Vacation Property during the Term, including ensuring that smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are installed and fully operational in trailers and structures on the site to ensure that Invitees are reasonably safe while on the Vacation Property and shall save Roots harmless from any claims as a result of the failure of the Licensee to do so. This clause is included to exclude and modify Roots’ liability as described above and in accordance with the exclusion and modification permitted by the Occupiers Liability Act, Ontario. 

The Licensee further agrees that while their Camping Unit and property of any nature is on the Vacation Property or Resort premises, they will not hire or permit any person or any company, other than Roots, to perform any labour thereon or to make installation of equipment thereof, without the written approval of Roots. The foregoing limitation is not intended to prevent the Licensee or their family from doing such work provided such work is done in accordance with Section 30 above. 

The Licensee acknowledges that permanent structures of any kind are prohibited on the Vacation Property and the Licensee shall not claim to be Roots of a permanent structure used or intended for use as living accommodation on the Vacation Property. It is agreed that if there is a finding by a court, tribunal or office of competent jurisdiction that there is permanent living accommodation located on the Vacation Property, or if such a claim is made by the Licensee, such claim or finding shall be good and valid grounds for termination of this Agreement. 

The Licensee acknowledges and agrees that no sale of any Camping Unit shall be advertised or conducted on any Vacation Property, without the written consent of Roots, and Roots reserves the right, in its sole and absolute discretion, to act as the exclusive sales agent within the Resort with respect to the sale of any Camping Unit. If Roots acts as the Licensee’s sales agent as aforesaid, Roots shall be entitled to a 5% administration fee, to be held back by the buyer to pay Roots directly. Further, the buyer of any Camping Unit must be pre-approved by Roots and enter into a license agreement with Roots on such terms and conditions as Roots may require, and a $125 transfer fee plus HST, payable by the Licensee, shall apply and be paid as a condition of sale. The Licensee further grants Roots first right of refusal of a bona fide offer to purchase any Camping Unit, which shall require that any such offer received by the Licensee first be submitted to Roots before acceptance, and Roots be given a period of five (5) business days to match such offer, in which case the Licensee shall sell the Camping Unit to Roots instead of the offeror, on the same terms and conditions as contained in such offer. Specific Terms for selling your RV or Camping Unit are described further below.

General 

The Licensee shall not register this Agreement, notice of this Agreement, or any other document related to this Agreement nor any notice of those documents against the title to the Vacation Property or Resort unless they have first obtained from Roots approval in writing concerning the form and content of the document proposed to be registered. The foregoing shall not apply to the registration of a Charge/Mortgage of License provided the notice of the License which it secures has been approved for registration as set out herein. The Licensee will be responsible for payment to Roots for it’s out of pocket expenses incurred in connection with its review and approval of such proposed registration. 

Any notice, designation, communication, request, demand or other document required or permitted to be given or sent or delivered hereunder to any party hereto shall be in writing and shall be sufficiently given or sent or delivered if it is (a) delivered personally (which includes delivery by reputable courier) to such party or, if applicable, an officer or director of such party, (b) sent to the party entitled to receive it by registered mail, postage prepaid, mailed in Canada, or (c) sent by facsimile or email transmission. Notices, designations, communications, requests, demands or other documents to the Licensee shall be sent to the address in the Roots Resorts reservation systems. The address for notification to the Licensee shall be at the permanent home address of the Licensee as set out above, unless written notice of a change has been given by regular first-class mail. Any notification pursuant to the terms of this Agreement shall be deemed to have been received five (5) business days after it is mailed by regular mail or immediately if delivered to an apparently adult person at the address. Notices, designations, communications, requests, demands or other documents to Roots shall be sent to 1142 Shore Lane, Wasaga Beach, ON L9Z 1Z8 unless otherwise notified in writing. 

The Licensee may not transfer or assign this Agreement or any or all of the rights, licenses, or privileges granted hereunder, in whole or in part, to any person or entity without the express prior written consent of Roots. 

A waiver of any one or more of the terms or conditions herein contained shall not be deemed to be a waiver of enforcement or compliance with any of the other terms and conditions of this other than those specifically waived and in no event shall any waiver be deemed to be a continuing waiver. The Licensee agrees that Roots shall not be required to monitor and demand enforcement of the terms of this Agreement in cases where the Licensee is not in compliance with this Agreement.

Selling your RV or Camping Unit 

Roots reserves the right to accept or decline to market any Camping Unit. No For Sale sign may be posted. 

1. All Camping Units to be listed for sale must pass an inspection by Roots, including checking that appliances are in good working order. 

2. Municipal by laws in the area may disallow the selling or installation of a prefab addition with an existing trailer. 

3. All additions, decks and storage buildings must be inspected by Roots and deficiencies identified and corrected prior to the sale. 

4. If you have sold your unit, the new owner may need to remove the Camping Unit from our Resort if the camping Unit no longer meets our approved specifications. 

5. You must supply Roots with functioning keys to your unit. 

6. You must supply Roots with a copy of a valid Ownership/vehicle registration in your name prior to marketing the Camping Unit for sale. 

All trailer sales must be processed through the campground. Any private sales occurring for trailers must have the trailer removed from the park. See separate Trailer Sales Specifics for more information. For sale signs are not allowed. No soliciting of any business. Upon sale, the seasonal contract and license is non-transferable; a new License of Occupation must be signed by the new owners and the seasonal fees can at that point be transferred to the new owners. Trailers will be listed for sale at the sole direction of the park and year restrictions will apply. Management reserves the right to disallow any sale of a R.V. or Florida room intended to remain in the park where the R.V.s or Florida rooms age and, or the condition do not meet current park standards.

Rules & Regulations 

Quiet Hours: Quiet hours are from 11:00pm until 8:00am. Please respect your neighbors, no noise after 11:00pm. Persistent and excessive noise will result in eviction. Foul and abusive language will not be tolerated. After 10:00 p.m. all outside music, radios and Tv’s must be turned off and indoor volume should be kept down. Any disturbance should be reported to the office and shall be dealt with accordingly. Excessive noise at any time including loud noises, profanity, etc. will not be tolerated. 

Please be respectful of your neighbours’ space and privacy. Licensee may be evicted without refund upon discretion of the management. 

All children and teens must be on their site by 11:00 p.m. No loitering or playing in the playground after dark.

Visitors: This License is based on a single family: Maximum 1-2 adults, registered on one Vacation Property and up to four of their children. Site occupancy is a maximum of 6 people including all family members and visitors. Only one Camping unit is permitted per Vacation Property (no tents, extra camping vehicles). Registration of a Vacation Property is for one family only regardless of how many families own the Camping Unit. Visitors are required to register prior to park entry. The Licensee is responsible for the safety, good conduct and damage or loss of park property by themselves, their children, and guests and/or Visitor(s) and are also responsible to inform their family and guests of the park rules. Roots and/or Park Manager reserves the right to limit the number of Visitors allowed per site. Visitor parking is not guaranteed and only available if space permits. Short-term rental or allowing your guests to use your trailer without you present is not allowed. Overnight visitors must sleep in your trailer - no tents allowed. 

Lawn / Site Care: The Licensee must keep the Vacation Property clean, orderly and with acceptably maintained including lawn and grounds. Untidy lots will be addressed at the expense of the Licensee. The Licensee agrees that Roots, its managers, and staff shall have access to sites for the purposes of park maintenance, operations, servicing, repairs, development and supervision as required. 

No watering of lawns on weekends. Campers may water their gardens weekdays between 5am and 7am or later between 10pm and midnight for 20 minutes at a time. No household washing machines (some exceptions may apply).

Seasonal Licensees’ are to keep sites neat and tidy at all times. If lack of maintenance becomes a consistent problem, management reserves the right to not renew the License. The park will not be responsible for any damage done to flowers, lawn or Vacation Property as a result of work or repairs done by their staff.Unsightly building materials, skids, furniture, motor vehicles or parts shall not be stored on Vacation Property.

Litter: Do not litter within the Resort (including cigarettes). 

Trees: Do not damage or trim any tree on the Resort, i.e. No hooks, nails, etc. Tree trimming is subject to Roots’ discretion and must be completed by only park staff (except in the case of shrubs and decorative trees located on your Site). Shrubs and/or trees planted by the Licensee become the property of the park and cannot be removed. 

Pets: Pets are permitted at the Resort to a maximum of 2 Pets per site. Pets must be kept on a leash when on the Resort, including while on the Vacation Property. Cages/Pet Fences are allowed on the Vacation Property, upon written permission from Roots, and such permission may be terminated or denied at the sole discretion of Roots. The Licensee, their Children and Invitees are responsible for the friendly behavior of their pets. Please be respectful and collect in a sealed bag and dispose of pet droppings in your garbage bin. Pets are not permitted inside community buildings, or recreational areas. The Licensee is solely responsible for any injury their pet causes to others and any damage their pet causes to the Vacation Site or Resort. “Pets” are defined as all animals such as cats and dogs. Pets are to be always kept quiet. Animal complaints will be handled by a municipal animal control officer. Aggressive and/or noisy animals are not permitted. Roots may, at their sole discretion, revoke this permission to a Licensee if the pet is deemed a nuisance due to noise or dangerous behavior. 

Alcohol, Cigarettes, Cannabis: Alcohol, cigarettes and cannabis must be kept on your Vacation Property. Impairment will not be permitted in the park. Do not drive while impaired. The Licensee shall not cultivate, produce, or distribute cannabis anywhere on the Resort. Lawful consumption of alcohol or any other substance that may impair cognitive judgment and mobility, and the smoking of tobacco, cigarettes, or cannabis, is permitted on the Vacation Property only and is prohibited in all common areas of the Resort, unless otherwise permitted as designated herein; however, in the event that consumption or smoking on the Vacation Property is the subject of valid nuisance complaints by other Licensees or their visitors, as determined solely by Roots, then Roots may further restrict such consumption or smoking as deemed by Roots to be appropriate 

Storage: Small sheds are permitted on the Vacation Property, provided that the written approval of Roots is obtained. Proper installation is required. Fees may apply based on size. Sheds must conform to municipal bylaws. Only 1 shed per site. Chipboard is not permitted and all sheds are to be maintained in good condition. No additional fridge or freezers allowed outside of those that are part of the trailer.

Roads / Parking: Speed limits, speed bumps & stop signs are posted for safe traffic movement and are strictly enforced. Inform your Invitees of our speed limit. If not posted, it is 5KPH. Watch for pedestrians and children. Do not drive on grassed areas other than your Vacation Property. No parking on open or neighboring sites. Invitees must park in designated parking areas (when available). Licensees are prohibited from having more than two vehicles remain on the properties overnight. 

Two vehicles per campsite are allowed; however, you must make room on your campsite to accommodate the second vehicle. No parking on the side of or on campground roads, riverbanks, or grass areas. No parking at the off-site parking areas, unless pre-approved. Campers should walk to barn activities and fellow camper's sites. Visitors are to park in area that office designates and must have visitor's parking passes visible in windshield. No storage of unlicensed vehicles, boats, utility trailers on campsites. No motorized bikes, dirt bikes, ATV's, etc. allowed in park, with exception of park owners equipment. No vehicle repair to be done on park property.

Exterior Changes: Site changes including but not limited to patio, concrete, wood, etc. or removal of same must be approved in writing by Roots, or its representatives. Trees, shrubs, patio stones, etc. placed on your Vacation Property become the property of Roots and shall not be removed by anyone other than Roots, or its representatives. Storage of items or collection of miscellaneous articles on the Vacation Property, which detracts from the appearance, will not be tolerated. No clotheslines. Fencing (including dog fences) must be approved by Roots. No digging on the Vacation Property. 

Lakefront Beach and/or Swimming Pool (if any): No lifeguards are on duty. Obey the pool rules as posted. No diving in pool. No swimming after dusk. Do not swim alone.

THERE IS NO LIFEGUARD ON DUTY. Bathing suits only, street clothing is not permitted in the pool. No inflatable objects other than Personal Floatation Devices. Children under 13 years of age must be accompanied by an adult while swimming. Children will be given two warnings before being banned from the pool for the duration of their visit.

Lake access and swimming in the Resort pool is at your own risk. Roots, its managers, and staff are not liable for any injury, including death, relating to the use by the Licensee, Their Children or Invitees of the lake, pools, the beach, or trails. Campfires and barbeques are not allowed on the beach unless otherwise posted. 

Garbage / Ashes / Dumping: Garbage must be put in plastic bags prior to being placed in designated garbage bin(s). Please remember to recycle! No bulk items should be placed into the Resort garbage bin (mattress, chairs, tables, tv, etc.). Disposal of bulk items, metals, patio blocks, chairs, etc are the responsibility of the Licensee. Contact your local dump. Please ensure your fireplace ashes are fully extinguished before disposal. Absolutely NO DUMPING in the forest areas. Dumpster is for kitchen garbage only. Be sure household garbage is in plastic bags and placed in a disposal dumpster located in the dumping area. Place recyclable items in the appropriate barrels for Glass or Plastic and Tins. There are also barrels for beer cans and other returnable items; any money collected from these are used for activities and amenities.

Small Campfires: Where signs and the municipality permits in our Resort, you may start a small, controlled campfire. Campfires must be in pits located 5 feet away from combustible materials as outlined by Provincial Fire and Rescue Authorities. Fire flames should be no greater than 12” and under control. Campfires must be put out with water and not left unattended. It is illegal to burn pressure treated lumber, only wood can be burned (no garbage, plastic, leaves). Fire ban restrictions may occur during our camping season. For updated fire ban information contact your local municipality.

Firewood: To prevent the spread of invasive forest pests, remember to “buy local/burn local” for your firewood use. Please do not collect firewood from wooded areas; Firewood may be purchased from the office. No burning of leaves or garbage, wood only.

Water Use: The Licensee is solely responsible for complying with water restrictions outlined by the local Municipality. 

Vacation Property Usage: The Licensee may not transfer its Vacation Property and Camping Unit to another person, including family. Subletting, renting, leasing, or loaning of Camping Units within the Resort is grounds for immediate eviction, unless registered with the Rent Share Management Program. When your Camping Unit is absent from your Vacation Property advise Roots, or its representatives. Roots reserves the right to utilize open Vacation Properties at their discretion. 

Upgrading Camping Unit: Roots and its representatives are solely responsible for Vacation Property allocation. Roots must approve potential new Camping Units. Camping Units entering the Resort must be 15 years or newer. Replacing or upgrading your Camping Unit may change your License status and Vacation Property location. Roots must approve replacement or upgraded Camping Units in writing before entry into the Resort. 

Watercraft/Utility Trailer Storage: Roots may designate areas & fees for watercraft and trailers by giving notice to the Licensee, or they may be removed at the cost of the watercraft/ trailer Roots. No storage of unlicensed vehicles, boats, utility trailers on the Vacation Property. 

During off-season, if full fees have been paid by October 1st then the site can be used for boat or utility trailer storage; however storage of boat/utility trailers must be removed by opening weekend. 

Minors: All Children must be back on the Vacation Property no later than 11:00pm, unless accompanied by an adult. Parents are asked to always oversee their children. You are financially responsible for their activities. No one under 18 years of age is allowed to stay in the park without supervision by an adult who will be in attendance and responsible for this person. The playground is off limits after dark. No loitering around washrooms and public areas.

Tents / Storage: No sleeping tents, gazebos, dining tents, etc. shall be erected on Vacation Property without Park Manager permission. You are solely responsible for moving or relocating your camping unit for any reason whatsoever including all costs associated with the move. You may not locate your Camping Unit on another Vacation Property. In times of potential flooding and where your Camping Unit may need to be moved, please consult the Park manager for a suitable relocation, which may not be available. 

Septic System Guidelines (If Septic System is on Site): Your trailer is connected to a private sewer system and not to a municipal disposing system. The waste is not discharged into any body of water but must be digested by enzymes & bacteria and then percolated into the ground. This is achieved by a system of tanks and leaching pipes. Do not dispose of sanitary pads or diapers of any kind into the toilet. No bandages, paper towels, food leftovers, kitchen fat or chemicals of any kind. Please use only toilet tissue made for septic systems. 1 ply. Under no condition introduce into the system disinfectants, deodorants, chlorine, germicide, bleach, no liquid plumber, even if they claim it is not harmful to septic tanks. All holding tank chemicals are banned from use in the Resort other than those we approve. Only Biodegradable products can be used, if you have a product you would like to use please check with the office on approved holding tank treatments.

All connections to the system must be made using mechanical coupling for solid ABS or PVC pipe (Available from trailer dealers, hardware stores and Canadian Tire). Please inspect your sewer connections for leakage or foul odour on a regular basis to avoid complications. The park will not be responsible for any back-ups into your trailer however caused. If your trailer toilet is equipped with a holding tank (which everyone should have), you must keep your valve closed and it’s suggested to proceed as follows:

• Start off by using the facilities twice and then add a scoop of a certified Biodegradable product. When you go home keep your tank closed.

• After about a week or when your holding tank is full, empty your tank and flush it with water.

• Close your tank and start the procedure again.

Golf Carts: Golf carts are permitted and must be insured. Confirm with the Park Manager on the type of golf cart permitted. The site number of your Vacation Property must be affixed to the golf cart at all times. Gas-operated carts are not allowed (any purchased prior to the 2025 Season will be grandfathered in, but not able to be replaced with a similar unit). Carts that do not have lighting must not be driven in the Resort after sundown. The minimum age of unlicensed operators of golf carts in the Resort is 14. If your child is unlicensed in the province of Ontario, their actions when operating an unlicensed vehicle are your responsibility as a parent. Any parent allowing their unlicensed child 14 and over hereby releases Roots of any and all liability for any damage or loss of life that may be caused by the unlicensed driver. The Licensee further agrees that the child will understand their responsibility. Roots does not give permission for children to operate unlicensed vehicles; this is up to the parents/guardians; however, Roots reserves the right to confiscate unlicensed vehicles being operated in an unsafe manner and suspend indefinitely the operation of said unlicensed vehicle in the park. 

Improvements: In order to secure a Vacation Property for the following year, you may be required to complete site upgrades or improvements which may include but are not limited to, the removal of certain structure(s), a Camping Unit wash, or otherwise. You will be informed of these requirements via email and/ or phone call. 

Violations and Breach: A breach of any of these terms in this agreement, as determined by Roots, at its sole discretion, is grounds for immediate termination. At the minimum, a $500 fee per infraction shall be billed to the Licensee. 

Note: This is a seasonal agreement. Roots, its managers, and staff may renew, cancel, and evict a Licensee, Their Children or an Invitee and their property if the Licensee, Their Child or Invitee does not comply with said rules and regulations listed herein. Renewal, cancellation, and eviction of a Licensee is at the sole and absolute discretion of Roots.

PLEASE NOTE: You are signing on behalf of yourself and every other guest listed in your reservation. You shall be solely responsible for your guests’ behavior and compliance with the attached policies.

WAIVER AGREEMENT

ASSUMPTION OF RISKS

I am aware that participating in the activities offered by or associated with Roots RV Resorts exposes me to many inherent risks, dangers, and hazards. By engaging in any activities offered by or associated with Roots RV Resorts. I freely accept and fully assume all inherent risks, dangers and hazards and the possibility of personal injury, property damage or loss resulting from it.