CLUB POLICIES:
Membership:
Membership in BSC is completely voluntary. All members are required to sign a waiver of liability annually with membership/renewal application. Members may quit the club at any time for any reason. Membership may also be terminated by the club for any reason deemed justified by a majority vote. Any member facing such a termination will be notified that such action is being considered and offered an opportunity to address the club at the next scheduled meeting, prior to the vote. Club dues are non-refundable.
Trips:
All trips will be assigned a Trip Valedictorian who will be responsible for every aspect of planning and executing the trip. Trip Valedictorians will announce any and all pertinent information for the trip prior to taking deposits. This includes, but is not limited to, trip date(s), number of spots available, payment due dates and amounts, cancellation fees and dates, and the availability and cost of trip insurance.
Trips are subject to change or cancellation only for reasons beyond the club’s control. It is the Trip Valedictorian’s responsibility to inform any participating members as soon as possible of any changes or cancellations and to assist in any way possible to ensure the most fair and reasonable outcome.
The BSC is not liability for any expenses incurred, or damages resulting from, a club sponsored trip.
Arrangements for specific requirements on trips, such as room accommodations or dietary needs, must be addressed and resolved with the Trip Valedictorian prior to registration for that particular trip.
Trips will be open to members of the BSC in good standing in order of club seniority first. In the event the trip is not filled to capacity after all club members have been given reasonable time to register, as determined by the Trip Valedictorian, the trip may be opened to non-members, subject to a surcharge in the amount of the regular dues for the current year.
All members and non-members under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian who will be responsible for him/her on all trips.
No smoking will be permitted on transportation to and from an excursion. No exceptions.
Cancellations:
Members are encouraged to purchase trip cancellation insurance when offered. Responsibility for all costs incurred by the club as a result of a cancellation, up to and including the full cost of the trip, are the responsibility of the member.
Cancellations are without a doubt the one issue that can ruin an excursion for everyone. Please be aware that a cancellation on your part does not merely affect you, but the whole group. Check your calendars and finances very carefully before registering for a trip. If you find the need to cancel for any reason, please notify the Trip Valedictorian as soon as possible and assist them in any way possible to secure a replacement for you. Members with a habitual cancellation issues will be subject to termination from the BSC.