Details
to know before your purchase: Every participant will be required to bring a
signed waiver with them upon arrival on the day of the event. The waiver will
be sent in an attachment with a follow-up email. If a paddling trip, all
participants must have basic paddling skills, wear a PFD/Life vest and be
capable of self-rescue in the water. No more than 2 children under the age of
12 per adult guardian. While Georgia Conservancy staff and other Outfitters may
assist on some trips and be available with medical and/or First Aid training
(those individuals will be identified), we cannot personally ensure the safety
of all participants. Unlike a commercial trip in which paid guides to direct
you through each bend of the river or lead you into the wilderness, Georgia
Conservancy trips, whether a paddle, adventure, or service trip, are all
designed to be your adventure, and as such, you are responsible for your own
safety. All participants are assuming risks (some of which are outlined in our
liability waiver) while participating in a Georgia Conservancy Stewardship
Trip.

i) Cancellation/Refund Policy Georgia Conservancy trips are
non-transferable and are hosted rain or shine. The Georgia Conservancy reserves
the right to cancel or shorten any trip before departure as well as change the
itinerary. If you have any questions about the trip price and what the payment
includes, please contact the Georgia Conservancy ([email protected]) before
you register.

Notification Prior to the Trip Refund Policy

30 days or more Refund of the ticket price less $10 processing
fee*

15 to 29 days Refund 50% of the ticket price paid*

14 days & under No refund

* We cannot guarantee the refund in the original method of
payment and refunds may be made by check.

If a trip is canceled and not rescheduled by Georgia
Conservancy, then all participants will receive a refund of the ticket price
paid less $10 processing fee.

If a trip is canceled and then rescheduled, each participant may
receive a refund of the ticket price paid l, less processing fees, if they
request cancellation within 1 week of being notified of the new trip date.

ii) Acceptable Behavior and Policies for Participants (Alcohol,
Drugs, Tobacco): As part of our mission to provide healthy experiences, we have
several policies for behavior on trips. All illegal substances are prohibited.
There’s one easy way to wreck your trip (and your friends’) with the Georgia
Conservancy: over-consumption of alcohol. Alcohol can pose a serious risk to
your health and others when consumed during a trip and will dehydrate you. That
being said participants 21 years of age or older ARE welcome to B.Y.O.B. (Bring
your own beverages) and enjoy them on GAC trips if used in a responsible manner
that does not jeopardize the safety of yourself and others. If your behavior
negatively impacts other participants that behavior will not be tolerated.
Please be considerate of smoking around others.

iii) Essential Eligibility Criteria (EEC): All water-based
programming participants (including all paddle sport programs) must acknowledge
the ability to perform the following EEC: -Breathe independently (i.e. not
require medical devices to sustain breathing) -Independently maintain sealed
airway passages while underwater -Independently hold head upright without head/neck
support -Manage personal care independently or with the assistance of a
companion -Manage personal mobility independently or with a reasonable amount
of assistance -Follow instructions and effectively communicate independently or
with the assistance of a companion -Paddle sports program participants must
also acknowledge the ability to perform the following EEC: -Independently turn
from face-down to face-up and remain floating face-up while wearing a properly
fitted life jacket -Get in/out of a paddle craft independently or with a
reasonable amount of assistance -Independently get out from under a capsized
paddle craft -Re-enter the paddle craft following deep-water capsize
independently or with a reasonable amount of assistance -Maintain a safe body position
while attempting skills, activities, and rescues listed in the appropriate
course outline, and have the --ability to recognize and identify to others when
such efforts would be unsafe given your personal situation

v.) Discrimination and Harassment Policy:

No harassment of any kind will be tolerated by any participants
or staff during any Georgia Conservancy event. It is your responsibility to
report any misconduct to the staff or other Georgia Conservancy Authorities.
vi.) Rental Equipment Use Policy:

Participants are responsible for any rental gear they receive
during a trip. If you are unfamiliar with the set-up or correct function of the
gear it is your responsibility to seek out a Conservancy staff member to show
you. We love talking gear so don’t be afraid to ask questions!

vii.) LNT/Recycling

The Georgia Conservancy strives to adhere to Leave No Trace
(LNT) Guidelines for all trips/events. We provide recycling options for every
trip as well so please ask us before you throw away any recyclables in the
wrong container.

If you understand this information, click AGREE. (Violations of
these policies can result in the participant being removed from the event
without a refund).