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Privacy Policy

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Hike & Dine Events
Effective Date: (Updated) January 1, 2026

Hike & Dine Events (“Hike & Dine,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit our website, register for events, purchase products, or engage with our community.

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1. Information We Collect

We collect information in the following ways:​

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Personal Information You Provide

When you interact with Hike & Dine Events, you may voluntarily provide:

  • Full name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Emergency contact information

  • Mailing or billing address

  • Payment details (processed through third-party platforms)

  • Dietary preferences or accessibility needs

  • Travel-related information for group trips

  • Event registration details and waiver acknowledgments

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and device information

  • Pages visited and time spent on the site

  • Referral links and basic analytics data

This information helps us improve website performance and user experience.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Register and manage event participation

  • Communicate important updates, confirmations, and changes

  • Ensure participant safety during hikes and events

  • Coordinate dining reservations and group logistics

  • Process payments, refunds, and merchandise orders

  • Manage group travel itineraries and payment plans

  • Send newsletters, announcements, and promotional updates

  • Improve our events, website, and community experience

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

3. Payments & Third-Party Services

Hike & Dine Events uses trusted third-party platforms to process payments, bookings, and communications (such as payment processors, travel platforms, and email services).

  • We do not store full payment card information on our servers.

  • All transactions are handled securely through third-party providers.

  • These providers have their own privacy policies governing your data.

4. Photos, Videos & Media Use

By attending Hike & Dine Events activities, you acknowledge that:

  • Photos and videos may be taken during events

  • Media may be used for marketing, social media, website content, and promotional materials

If you prefer not to be photographed or featured, you may notify us in advance or at the event, and we will do our best to accommodate your request.

5. Event Safety & Emergency Information

Emergency contact information and relevant health or accessibility details are collected solely for safety purposes. This information is:

  • Used only if necessary during an event

  • Shared only with designated team members or emergency personnel when required

  • Never used for marketing or shared publicly

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6. Email & Communication Preferences

By registering for events or signing up through our website, you may receive:

  • Event confirmations and reminders

  • Important safety or logistical updates

  • Community newsletters and announcements

You may unsubscribe from promotional emails at any time using the link provided in our communications. Essential event-related messages may still be sent if you are registered for an event.

7. Cookies & Analytics

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to:

  • Understand how visitors use our site

  • Improve navigation and content

  • Track basic analytics

You can disable cookies through your browser settings if you choose.

8. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information, including:

  • Secure platforms and password-protected systems

  • Limited access to sensitive data

  • Trusted third-party services with industry-standard security

While no system is 100% secure, we strive to protect your data to the best of our ability.

9. Your Rights & Choices

You may:

  • Request access to the personal information we have on file

  • Request corrections or updates

  • Ask for your information to be deleted (subject to legal or operational requirements)

Requests can be submitted using the contact information below.

 

10. Children’s Privacy

Hike & Dine Events does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without parental consent. Participation requirements vary by event and will be clearly stated when applicable.

11. Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of our website and services indicates acceptance of the updated policy.

 

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us:

Hike & Dine Events, LLC
Email: hikendinejl@gmail.com | info@hikendineevents.com
Website: www.hikendineevents.com

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