Troop 82 Website Terms & Conditions
Effective Date: November 18, 2025
Welcome to the website of Troop 82 (the “Troop”), a unit affiliated with Scouting America (formerly Boy Scouts of America, or “BSA”). This Terms and Conditions page outlines the rules and guidelines for using our website (the “Site”). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to comply with these terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.
These terms are intended to ensure a safe, respectful, and informative online experience aligned with the values of Scouting, including the Scout Oath and Law.
1. Acceptance of Terms
Your access to and use of the Site is conditioned on your acceptance of and compliance with these Terms and Conditions. These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the Site. We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms at any time without prior notice. Your continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms.
2. Use of the Site
Permitted Use: The Site is provided for informational purposes related to our Troop activities, events, resources, and Scouting programs. You may view, download, and print materials from the Site for personal, non-commercial use, provided you retain all copyright and other proprietary notices.
Prohibited Use: You agree not to use the Site for any unlawful purpose or in any way that violates BSA policies, including youth protection guidelines. Prohibited activities include, but are not limited to:
• Posting or transmitting harmful, offensive, or inappropriate content.
• Interfering with the Site’s functionality or security.
• Collecting or harvesting personal information from other users without consent.
• Impersonating any person or entity, including Troop leaders or BSA representatives.
Age Restrictions: Users under 13 years of age must have parental or guardian consent to use the Site, in compliance with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).
3. Intellectual Property
All content on the Site, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of the Troop, BSA, or their respective owners and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from any content without express written permission from the Troop or the appropriate rights holder. BSA trademarks, such as the Scout emblem, may only be used in accordance with official BSA guidelines.
4. User-Generated Content
If the Site allows submissions (e.g., comments, photos, or forms), you grant the Troop a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, and display such content. You represent that your submissions do not infringe on third-party rights and comply with these Terms. The Troop reserves the right to remove any content at its discretion.
5. Privacy Policy
We respect your privacy. Personal information collected through the Site (e.g., via registration forms or contact inquiries) is used solely for Troop-related purposes, such as event sign-ups or communications. We do not sell or share your information with third parties except as required by law or for Scouting program administration.
Types of Information Collected: Voluntary submissions (e.g., names, emails) and automatic data (e.g., IP addresses, browser type).
Cookies and Tracking: The Site may use cookies for functionality and analytics. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.
Youth Protection: In line with BSA policies, we prioritize the safety of youth members. No personal information from children under 13 is collected without verifiable parental consent.
For more details, please review our full Privacy Policy [link if separate] or contact us.
6. Links to Third-Party Sites
The Site may contain links to external websites, including official BSA resources. The Troop is not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or availability of these sites. Linking does not imply endorsement.
7. Disclaimer of Warranties
The Site is provided “as is” without warranties of any kind, express or implied, including accuracy, completeness, or fitness for a particular purpose. The Troop does not guarantee that the Site will be error-free, secure, or uninterrupted.
8. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Troop, its leaders, volunteers, and affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of the Site, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.
9. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Troop and its affiliates from any claims, losses, or damages arising from your violation of these Terms or misuse of the Site.
10. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the State of Texas, United States, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of Dallas County, Texas.
11. Changes to These Terms
We may revise these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. It is your responsibility to review these Terms periodically.
12. Contact Information
If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us at troop82@hptroop82.org.
Thank you for visiting our Site and supporting Troop 82! We encourage all users to embody the Scout spirit in their online interactions.