RIVER MOUNTAIN RESERVATION POLICIES AGREEMENT

Damage To or Loss of Property
We want you to have a great time when you are here. But if things get too crazy, we go by the old-school rule of ‘you break it, you buy it’ and property damages or missing items will be charged to your credit card at market value. Pre-existing damages or room issues must be reported to the front desk immediately after registration to avoid responsibility and potential charges. The hotel allows guests, with permission, to receive occasional packages and special deliveries at the property. We are not responsible for the packages or their contents or the storage of them.

Parking
By parking a vehicle at our facility, you (and your guests) are doing so on your own accord. River Mountain does not take responsibility or accept liability for damage, accident or loss to your vehicle or personal property. We have state-of-the-art surveillance cameras watching over the parking lot so, should anything seem amiss, let us know, and we’ll check out the footage. And if you plan on leaving your car in our parking lot for a while, no problem. Just let us know, as we reserve the right to tow vehicles.

Alcohol
To uphold the law, we ID all guests receiving alcohol to make sure they’re 21 years of age.

Smoking
Smoking inside River Mountain buildings and cabins is prohibited. This applies to both traditional smoking methods and all electronic delivery systems, including vapes, vaporizers, vape pens, hookah pens, electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes or e-cigs), e-pipes, and any variations of the foregoing regardless of the product’s name. Any smoking in buildings or cabins, or strong lingering smoking scents, will result in a cleaning fee that will be charged to the credit card on file up to $250.

ADA
River Mountain is compliant with the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA). We offer ADA accessible rooms and beds on the property. Please ensure requests by reaching out to us at rtyrrell@rivermountain.org.

Guest Communication

Upon booking a reservation, guest agrees to allow SMS and email communication regarding details of their reservation and future stays at River Mountain. Guest authorizes River Mountain to send SMS (text) notifications to the phone number and email provided. Standard text message rates apply.


Firearms
Any guest or visitor who is in possession of a firearm on the River Mountain premises is personally responsible for abiding by all applicable federal, state and local laws with respect to firearms. Subject to the following restrictions, guests of River Mountain who are lawfully permitted to possess a firearm may bring such firearm onto our premises, provided that the presence of the firearm on our premises: is and remains at all times unloaded; the firearm is and remains secured in a locked, hard-sided firearm container, provided by the guest; and the firearm remains locked in a personal vehicle.

Guests who fail to abide by this policy may be asked to leave the River Mountain premises, without refund. The River Mountain premises are private property, and our firearms policy applies to: (i) all firearms, regardless of whether the firearm is a handgun or a long-barreled gun; and (ii) all guests and visitors, even those possessing a valid license or permit to carry a firearm.The only exception to the restrictions described in this firearms policy statement is for law enforcement officers and designated military personnel, who are on-duty and required to carry firearms in the performance of their duties.

Anti-Discrimination Policy 
All Guests at River Mountain deserve respectful and inclusive environments.  River Mountain strives to ensure that all guests have access to programming, facilities and accommodations in which they feel comfortable and safe. River Mountain does not tolerate any form of harassment or discrimination based on any personal characteristic, including race, color, gender, religion or nationality.

Policies
River Mountain staff ensure inclusive access to programming, facilities and accommodations. River Mountain staff will also strive to ensure that all guests treat other guests with respect. River Mountain will not tolerate any form of harassment or discrimination based on any personal characteristic between guests. Accordingly, the River Mountain and its staff will:

  • Respect all guests’ gender identity and gender expression;
  • Create an environment that is friendly and safe for all personal characteristics;
  • Provide all guests to participate in activities in a manner consistent with their gender identity; Provide all guests with access to facilities that best align with the guests’ gender identity, and the ability to participate in activities in a manner consistent with their gender identity; and
  • Comply with all local, state and federal laws regarding both gender equality and gender segregation.

Health and Wellness Services
Health and wellness services are added to each reservation's total charge. They include: High Speed Internet Access, Lessons, Complimentary Beverages, Guest Laundry, 150 Acres of Nature, Hiking Trails, Hot Soak, Cold Plunge, Affirmations Guide, 6 Point Meditation Path, Relaxation Hammock Hideaway, Wellness Lounge, Yoga Support Mats, Blocks, Bolsters, Straps

Violations
River Mountain reserves the right to remove guests whose actions do not align with this policy, and whose actions are detrimental to the health, safety and dignity. River Mountain may exercise these rights on a case-by-case basis.

All guests and River Mountain staff are encouraged to report any actions inconsistent with this policy.  For more information about our anti-discrimination practices, if you have questions, or if you would like to make a complaint, please contact us by e-mail at rtyrrell@rivermountain.org or contact Ryan at (814) 259-6580.

Guest Safety
As part of our commitment to guest safety, employees will not disclose the identity, accommodation, or presence of a guest to anyone other than appropriate law enforcement. This includes the taking of or delivery of messages or indirect forwarding of phone calls. It is the responsibility of guests to communicate their presence and accommodation number to any person they wish to receive calls or visits from.

Safety cameras are used throughout the River Mountain property, and anyone on our property may be recorded. River Mountain assumes no responsibility for any personal bodily injury incurred while using our facilities, including the gym/fitness center. If you use the gym/fitness center facilities, you do so at your own risk.

We shall have the right to right to refuse or deny accommodations, facilities or privileges to:

  • Any person who is unwilling or unable to pay for the accommodations and services offered by Us;
  • Minors unaccompanied by the minor’s parent or legal guardian who fail to comply with the requests made by Us in accordance to PA ST 48 Pa. C.S.A. § 1311(a)(1);
  • Any person who is disorderly;
  • Any person who We reasonably believe is seeking accommodations for an unlawful purpose, including the unlawful possession or use of a controlled substance by the person or the use of the premises for the consumption of alcoholic beverages by any person under 21 years of age;
  • Any person who we reasonably believe is bringing into the lodging establishment property which may be dangerous to other persons, including explosives or illegal firearms;
  • Any person who exceeds the maximum number of persons allowed to occupy a particular guestroom.

We will not refuse a guest upon the factors under section 2 of the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act.

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River Mountain Waiver
I desire to participate in the activities (“Activities”) facilitated by River Mountain (“River Mountain” or “Company”) in Everett, PA.  As lawful consideration for being permitted by the Company to participate in the Activities, I agree to all the terms and conditions set forth in this agreement (this "Agreement").

 
Assumption of Risk. I am aware and understand that the activities involves certain risks for physical injury.  I acknowledge that any injuries that I sustain may be compounded by negligent emergency response or rescue operations of the Company. I acknowledge that I am voluntarily participating in the activities with knowledge of the danger involved and hereby agree to accept and assume any and all risks of injury, whether caused by the negligence of the company or otherwise.
 
Waiver and Release. I hereby expressly waive and release any and all claims, now known or hereafter known, against the Company, and its officers, directors, employees, agents, affiliates, members, successors, and assigns (collectively, "Releasees"), arising out of or attributable to my participation in the Activities, whether arising out of the negligence of the Company or any Releasees or otherwise. I covenant not to make or bring any such claim against the Company or any other Releasee, and forever release and discharge the Company and all other Releasees from liability under such claims.
 
Indemnification. I agree to hold harmless, defend and indemnify the Company and all other Releasees from and against any and all claims of co-participants, rescuers, and other third-parties arising from conduct in the course of my participation in the Activities.  For the purposes hereof, “claims” includes all actions and causes of action, claims, demands, losses, costs, expenses and damages, including legal fees and related expenses. This indemnity shall survive the expiration or sooner termination of the Activities.
 
Representation, Warranties, Certifications and Acknowledgements of Participant. I hereby:
*Represent and warrant that I am in good health and in proper physical condition to safely participate in the Activities;
 
*Certify that I have no known or knowable physical or mental conditions that would affect my ability to safely participate in the Activities, or that would result in my participation creating a risk of danger to myself or to others;
 
*Represent and warrant that I am in full command of my faculties and am not under the influence of alcohol or drugs and agree not to participate in Activities while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs;
 
*Acknowledge that Company recommends and encourages each participant to get medical clearance from his/her personal physician prior to participation. I assert that I have not been advised or cautioned against participating by a medical practitioner. I understand that it is my responsibility to continuously monitor my own physical and mental condition during the Activities, and I agree to withdraw immediately and notify appropriate personnel if at any point my continued participation would create a risk of danger to myself or to others;
 
*Represent and warrant that I am covered by medical insurance;
 
*Authorize appropriate Company personnel and emergency medical personnel, in the event of an injury to me that renders me unconscious or incapable of making a medical decision, to make emergency medical decisions on my behalf (including, but not limited to CPR and AED). I understand that it is my sole responsibility to seek medical care should I experience any unusual physical symptoms, pain or discomfort of any kind following my participation in the Activities;
 
*Authorize Company to secure emergency medical care or transportation (i.e., EMS) when deemed necessary by Company; and
 
*Agree to assume all costs of emergency medical care and transportation.
 
COVID-19:
*I understand that the novel coronavirus, COVID-19, has been declared a worldwide pandemic by the World Health Organization. I understand COVID-19 is extremely contagious and is believed to spread mainly from person-to-person contract. As a result, federal, state and local governments, and various health agencies recommend regular hand washing, social distancing, and the use of masks in order to prevent contraction and the spread of COVID-19.
 
*I understand that Company cannot monitor all recreational activities to ensure participants are adhering to social distancing requirements, the use of protective masks, or adhering to proper hand-washing or sanitization and that it is my responsibility to undertake these protections, to report any unsafe or unhealthy practices, and to remove myself from any situation in which I observe unsafe or unhealthy practices.
 
*I acknowledge the contagious nature of COVID-19 and voluntarily assume the risk that I may be exposed to COVID-19 by my participating in the Activities or during my stay at River Mountain and that such exposure may result in personal injury, illness, permanent disability and death.
 
*By signing this Agreement, I verify that I have not had a fever, difficulty breathing, chills, unexplained muscle pain/body aches, headaches, sore throat, fatigue, loss of taste or smell, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, come into contact with someone known or suspected to have COVID-19 in the last 14 days, or been diagnosed with COVID-19 myself.
 
Delay or Cancellation: I acknowledge that Company at its sole discretion may delay, modify, or cancel any of the Activities if conditions or natural or man-made emergencies make administering the event unreasonably difficult or unsafe.  In the event of a delay, modification, or cancellation of any of the Activities as described in this paragraph, I understand that I will not be entitled to a refund of any costs incurred in connection with any of the Activities.
 
Govern Participation: I understand that Company has the authority to issue instructions or directions relating to the manner of my safe participation in the Activities and the authority to halt my participation in any of the Activities at any time they deem it necessary to protect the safety of participants, spectators, and personnel; and/or promote fairness and the spirit of Company.
 
Other Terms:
 
Entire Agreement. This Agreement constitutes the sole and entire agreement of the Company and me with respect to the subject matter contained herein and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous understandings, agreements, representations, and warranties, both written and oral, with respect to such subject matter.
 
Severability. If any term or provision of this Agreement is invalid, illegal, or unenforceable in any jurisdiction, such invalidity, illegality, or unenforceability shall not affect any other term or provision of this Agreement or invalidate or render unenforceable such term or provision in any other jurisdiction.
 
Mediation and Arbitration. In the event of a legal issue, I agree to engage in good faith efforts to mediate any dispute that might arise. Any agreement reached will be formalized by a written contractual agreement at that time. Should the issue not be resolved by mediation, I agree that all disputes, controversies, or claims arising out of my participation in any of the the Activities shall be submitted to binding arbitration in accordance with the applicable rules of the American Arbitration Association then in effect. The cost of such action shall be shared equally by the parties. I further acknowledge and agree that any question, issue, or dispute as to the arbitrability of any dispute, controversy, or claim arising out of my participation in any of the Activities, will be submitted to an arbitrator in accordance with the applicable rules of the American Arbitration Association then in effect. The Arbitration Rules of the American Arbitration Association are available on-line at www.adr.org.
 
Photography: I agree that Company may record and photograph me and record my voice during and in connection with the Activities. I agree that Company shall be the exclusive owner of all copyright and other rights in and to any such taping, photography and recording and shall have the right forever and throughout the world to use and license others to use the results of such taping, photography and recording in any medium, whether now known or hereinafter invented or discovered in any production.
 
Successors and Assigns. This Agreement is binding on and shall inure to the benefit of the Company and me and their respective successors and assigns.
 
Venue and Jurisdiction. If, despite the overriding Mediation and Arbitration provision I agree to below, legal action proceeds in a court of law, the local state or federal court of Pennsylvania has the exclusive jurisdiction and that only the substantive laws of Pennsylvania shall apply.
 
Acknowledgment of Understanding: I have read this Agreement, and fully understand its terms. I understand that I am/are giving up substantial rights, including my/our right to sue. I further acknowledge that I am/are freely and voluntarily signing the agreement and participating in the Activities, and I intend my signature to be a complete and unconditional release of all liability due to ordinary negligence of Company and other Releasees or the inherent risks of the activity, to the greatest extent allowed by law in Pennsylvania.