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Terms of Use

Last Updated: September 9, 2026

Agreement to Terms

By accessing and using the quiet-gorge website and services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you disagree with any part of these terms, you may not access our website or use our services.

Services Description

quiet-gorge provides guided wilderness expedition services in Canada, including mountain tours, wildlife viewing, kayaking adventures, forest hiking, northern lights tours, and photography expeditions. All services are subject to availability and booking confirmation.

Booking and Reservations

Reservation Process

When you submit a booking request through our website, you are making an offer to purchase our services. We reserve the right to accept or decline your booking request. A binding contract is formed only when we send you a confirmation email.

Payment Terms

Full payment or a deposit may be required at the time of booking confirmation. Specific payment terms will be outlined in your confirmation email. Prices are quoted in Canadian Dollars (CAD) and are subject to applicable taxes.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation terms vary by expedition type and will be specified in your booking confirmation. Generally:

  • Cancellations made 30+ days before departure: Full refund minus administrative fee
  • Cancellations made 15-29 days before departure: 50% refund
  • Cancellations made less than 15 days before departure: No refund

Participant Responsibilities

Health and Fitness

Participants must be in appropriate physical condition for their selected expedition. You are responsible for disclosing any medical conditions, physical limitations, or medications that may affect your ability to safely participate.

Age Requirements

Participants under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Some expeditions have specific age restrictions that will be communicated during the booking process.

Equipment and Preparation

While we provide technical equipment, participants are responsible for bringing appropriate personal clothing and items as specified in the pre-expedition checklist provided upon booking confirmation.

Safety and Conduct

Guide Authority

Expedition guides have final authority on all safety decisions. Participants must follow guide instructions at all times. Failure to comply may result in removal from the expedition without refund.

Assumption of Risk

Wilderness expeditions involve inherent risks including but not limited to: adverse weather conditions, wildlife encounters, difficult terrain, and physical exertion. By participating, you acknowledge and accept these risks.

Code of Conduct

Participants must:

  • Respect other participants and guides
  • Follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Refrain from behavior that endangers themselves or others
  • Respect wildlife and natural environments

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, quiet-gorge shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of our services or website. Our total liability shall not exceed the amount paid for the specific expedition in question.

Force Majeure

We are not liable for failure to perform our obligations due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to: natural disasters, severe weather, government actions, or public health emergencies. In such cases, we will work with you to reschedule or provide appropriate alternatives.

Modifications to Expeditions

We reserve the right to modify expedition routes, schedules, or activities due to safety concerns, weather conditions, or other unforeseen circumstances. We will make reasonable efforts to provide comparable alternatives when modifications are necessary.

Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including text, images, logos, and design elements, is the property of quiet-gorge or its licensors and is protected by copyright and trademark laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without our express written permission.

Photography and Media

We may take photographs or videos during expeditions for promotional purposes. By participating, you grant us the right to use such media in our marketing materials unless you explicitly opt out in writing.

Website Use

Acceptable Use

You agree not to:

  • Use the website in any unlawful manner
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
  • Transmit viruses or malicious code
  • Interfere with other users' access to the website
  • Collect user information without consent

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of use of external sites.

Privacy

Your use of our website and services is also governed by our Privacy Policy. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we collect and use your information.

Dispute Resolution

These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of the Province of Alberta, Canada. Any disputes arising from these terms or your use of our services shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Alberta.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms of Use is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the website. Your continued use of our website or services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.

Contact Information

For questions regarding these Terms of Use, please contact us at:

[email protected]

487 Mountain Vista Drive, Canmore, Alberta T1W 2E6, Canada

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