Code of Conduct

• Follow all instructions from trip leaders or designated safety coordinators.
• Wear appropriate safety equipment, including a properly fitted personal flotation device (PFD), whenever on the water.
• Paddle within your skill level and be honest about your experience and abilities.
• Report injuries, equipment failures, hazards, or emergencies immediately.
• Do not participate while impaired by alcohol, recreational drugs, or any substance that may affect judgment or physical ability.

• Treat all participants with courtesy, dignity, and respect.
• Encourage and support fellow paddlers regardless of skill level.
• Harassment, bullying, discrimination, intimidation, or aggressive behavior will not be tolerated.
• Respect personal boundaries and individual comfort levels on and off the water.
• Do not play music from speakers while paddling. If you prefer music, please use earbuds/headphones responsibly and at a safe volume.

• Follow Leave No Trace principles whenever possible.
• Pack out all trash and dispose of waste properly.
• Respect wildlife and natural habitats.
• Follow local regulations regarding water access, camping, and protected areas.

• Arrive prepared with appropriate gear, clothing, food, water, and emergency supplies.
• Inform trip leaders of relevant health concerns or limitations that may affect safety.
• Maintain your equipment in a safe and functional condition.
• Accept responsibility for your own decisions and actions during group activities.

• Stay with the group unless otherwise agreed upon.
• Communicate clearly regarding route changes, hazards, or problems.
• Assist fellow paddlers when it is safe and appropriate to do so.
• Support a culture of learning, patience, and cooperation.

Adventure kayaking involves inherent risks, including changing weather, cold water, currents, obstacles, wildlife encounters, and remote conditions.

• Participants are expected to understand and accept these risks.
• No member should pressure others to attempt maneuvers, routes, or conditions beyond their comfort or ability level.
• Members should be prepared to adjust plans when safety conditions change.

• We welcome paddlers of diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• Everyone deserves equal respect and opportunity to participate.
• Constructive feedback is encouraged; personal attacks are not.

• Obtain consent before posting identifiable photos or videos of other members.
• Represent the group responsibly online.
• Respect the privacy of members and do not share personal information without permission.

Participants who violate this Code of Conduct may be:

• Asked to modify their behavior.
• Removed from a trip or event.
• Suspended or removed from group membership for serious or repeated violations.