Terms of Use

Last Updated: September 22, 2026

Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using the Ocean Beaver website and services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you disagree with any part of these terms, you should not use our website or services.

Services Overview

Ocean Beaver provides wilderness adventure services including guided hiking expeditions, camping experiences, kayaking adventures, mountain biking tours, photography expeditions, and custom multi-day treks. All services are subject to availability, weather conditions, and safety considerations.

Booking and Reservations

Inquiry Process

Submitting an inquiry through our website does not constitute a confirmed booking. Bookings are confirmed only upon receipt of our written confirmation and any required deposit or full payment.

Pricing

All prices are listed in Canadian Dollars (CAD) and are subject to change without notice. The price applicable to your booking is the price confirmed at the time of reservation, not the price displayed on the website at the time of inquiry.

Payment Terms

Payment terms, deposit requirements, and cancellation policies will be provided in your booking confirmation. Generally, a deposit is required to secure your reservation, with full payment due prior to the expedition date.

Participant Requirements and Responsibilities

Age and Fitness Requirements

Participants must be at least 18 years of age unless accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Certain activities may have specific age, fitness, or skill level requirements that will be communicated during the booking process.

Health and Safety Disclosure

Participants must disclose any medical conditions, injuries, or physical limitations that may affect their ability to safely participate in activities. Failure to disclose relevant health information may result in denial of participation without refund.

Equipment and Preparation

Participants are responsible for following pre-trip preparation guidelines, bringing required personal items, and ensuring they have appropriate clothing and footwear for the activities.

Following Instructions

Participants must follow all safety instructions and guidelines provided by Ocean Beaver guides. Failure to comply with safety instructions may result in removal from the activity without refund.

Assumption of Risk

Outdoor adventure activities involve inherent risks, including but not limited to: physical injury, illness, equipment failure, adverse weather conditions, wildlife encounters, and terrain hazards. By participating in our services, you acknowledge these risks and assume responsibility for your own safety and wellbeing.

While our guides are trained professionals and we implement safety protocols, we cannot guarantee your safety or prevent all potential injuries or incidents.

Liability and Indemnification

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Ocean Beaver, its owners, employees, guides, and contractors shall not be liable for any injury, loss, damage, accident, delay, or irregularity that may occur during or as a result of participating in our services.

Participants agree to indemnify and hold harmless Ocean Beaver from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising from their participation in activities or their violation of these Terms of Use.

Cancellation and Refund Policy

Participant Cancellation

Cancellation policies vary by service and will be specified in your booking confirmation. Generally, cancellations made with sufficient advance notice may be eligible for partial refunds, while late cancellations may forfeit deposits or full payment.

Weather and Safety Cancellations

Ocean Beaver reserves the right to cancel or modify activities due to weather conditions, safety concerns, insufficient enrollment, or other circumstances beyond our control. In such cases, we will offer rescheduling options or refunds as appropriate.

Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including text, images, graphics, logos, and design elements, is the property of Ocean Beaver or its content suppliers and is protected by copyright and intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from our content without express written permission.

Photography and Media Release

Ocean Beaver may photograph or video record activities for promotional, educational, or documentary purposes. By participating in our services, you grant us permission to use images or videos that include your likeness for these purposes unless you explicitly opt out in writing prior to the activity.

Website Use and Conduct

You agree to use our website only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe the rights of others or restrict their use of the website. Prohibited activities include:

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience. We do not endorse or assume responsibility for the content, accuracy, or practices of these external sites. Your use of third-party websites is at your own risk.

Disclaimer of Warranties

Our website and services are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not warrant that our website will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses or other harmful components.

Force Majeure

Ocean Beaver shall not be liable for any failure to perform obligations due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including natural disasters, acts of government, labor disputes, pandemics, or other force majeure events.

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of the Province of British Columbia and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein. Any disputes arising from these terms or your use of our services shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of British Columbia.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms of Use is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue 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.

Entire Agreement

These Terms of Use, together with our Privacy Policy and any booking confirmation or service agreement, constitute the entire agreement between you and Ocean Beaver regarding your use of our website and services.

Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms of Use, please contact us at:

Ocean Beaver
2847 Wilderness Trail Avenue
Squamish, British Columbia, Canada V8B 0C3
Email: [email protected]