Terms of Use
Last updated: September 20, 2026
Acceptance and permitted use
By using The Whitewater Kayak, you agree to these terms and to use the site lawfully and responsibly. If you do not agree, discontinue use. Site information may be corrected, changed, suspended, or removed without notice.
Educational information only
Content is general educational information and is not a substitute for hands-on instruction, professional guiding, rescue training, medical advice, legal advice, current local knowledge, or your own judgment. Using this site does not create an instructor-student, guide-client, fiduciary, or other professional relationship.
Assumption of risk
Kayaking, canoeing, rafting, paddleboarding, travel, camping, and related activities involve inherent risks, including equipment failure, rapidly changing conditions, injury, hypothermia, entrapment, drowning, and death. Users are responsible for evaluating conditions, obtaining qualified instruction, selecting appropriate equipment, obeying applicable rules, and staying within their demonstrated ability.
Products, advertising, and affiliate links
The site may display advertising and link to third-party products or services. Third parties control their content, availability, pricing, warranties, refund terms, claims, and privacy practices. We may receive compensation from qualifying referrals as explained in the Affiliate Disclosure.
Accuracy and availability
Reasonable efforts may be made to provide useful information, but no representation is made that every statement, link, price, specification, river description, or condition is complete, current, or error-free. Verify safety-critical information through authoritative current sources before acting.
Intellectual property
Unless otherwise stated, original site text, design, downloads, and branding are protected and may not be republished, sold, or commercially exploited without permission. Properly attributed third-party names, marks, and materials remain the property of their respective owners.
Limitation of liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, The Whitewater Kayak and its owner will not be liable for indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive losses arising from use of the site, reliance on its content, third-party services, equipment choices, or participation in outdoor activities. Nothing in these terms excludes liability that cannot legally be excluded.
Privacy and contact
Use of the site is also governed by the Privacy Policy. Questions, correction requests, or notices can be submitted through the Contact page.