Welcome to Flume! These terms and conditions ("Terms") govern your use of our website and participation in any events or activities organized by our social group ("the Group"). By accessing our website or attending our events, you agree to comply with these Terms. Please read them carefully.

1. Acceptance of Terms By using our website or attending an event, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the website or participate in any Group activities.

2. Eligibility Our Group is intended for individuals aged 18 or older who are interested in meeting new friends and participating in community activities. By registering for events, you confirm that you meet this age requirement.

3. Registration and Participation a. Event Registration: Some events may require advance registration. Please ensure you register by the deadline provided. There are a limited number of spots available for some events and are on a first come first serve basis. RSVP availability is not guaranteed. b. Accuracy of Information: You agree to provide accurate and truthful information when registering for events or creating a user profile. c. Code of Conduct: Members are expected to treat others with respect and kindness during events and online interactions. Disruptive, inappropriate, or offensive behavior may result in removal from events or the Group. Flume reserves the right to revoke membership, either from events, from Slack or from both if the code of conduct is not being followed by its members.

4. Personal Responsibility a. Health and Safety: Participation in events is voluntary, and attendees are responsible for their own health, safety, and well-being. If you have any medical conditions, please consult your healthcare provider before participating. b. Assumption of Risk: By attending events, you acknowledge and accept any risks associated with the activities, including but not limited to physical injury or property loss.

5. Privacy and Data Usage a. Personal Information: We collect and use your personal information in accordance with our Privacy Policy. Please review this policy to understand how we handle your data. b. Photographs and Media: Events may be photographed or recorded for promotional purposes. By attending, you consent to the use of your image in our marketing materials. If you prefer not to be photographed, please notify us in advance. More information on our privacy policy can be found on our Privacy Policy page.

6. Cancellation and Refunds a. Event Changes: The Group reserves the right to modify or cancel events due to unforeseen circumstances. Registered participants will be notified of any changes. b. Refund Policy: Refunds for paid events will only be issued if cancellations are made if the Group cancels the event. No other refunds will be issued.

7. Third-Party Services Some events may involve third-party vendors or venues. The Group is not responsible for the actions, services, or policies of these third parties.

8. Limitation of Liability The Group is not liable for any injuries, damages, losses, or expenses arising from your participation in events or use of the website. Participation is at your own risk.

9. Prohibited Activities You agree not to: a. Use the website or Group events for illegal purposes. b. Harass, intimidate, or harm other members. c. Post false or misleading information online. d. Distribute spam, malware, or other harmful content.

10. Modifications to Terms We may update these Terms periodically to reflect changes in our policies or operations. The latest version will always be available on our website. Continued use of the website or participation in events constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

11. Contact Us If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms, please Contact Us.

Thank you for being a part of our community! We’re excited to help you connect with new friends and enjoy everything West Michigan has to offer.