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Terms and Conditions

Effective Date: 3/5/2026

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These Terms and Conditions govern your use of the website operated by the Newtown Bridle Lands Association at nblact.org.

By accessing or using this website, you agree to these terms.

Website Purpose

This website provides information about the mission, events, membership opportunities, and activities of the Newtown Bridle Lands Association.

Content is provided for informational and community purposes.

Membership Plans

Memberships offered through this website are administered through **Wix Pricing Plans.

By purchasing or renewing a membership, you agree to:

  • Provide accurate information

  • Maintain current contact information

  • Pay applicable membership fees

Membership benefits and terms may change at the discretion of NBLA.

Event Registrations

The website may allow users to register for NBLA events.

Event registrations may:

  • Require participant contact information

  • Be limited by capacity

  • Require advance registration

NBLA reserves the right to modify or cancel events if necessary.

Donations

Donations made through our website are processed through PayPal.

NBLA does not directly process or store payment information for donations.

Donation policies and payment processing are subject to PayPal’s terms and conditions.

Trail and Outdoor Activity Disclaimer

Information on this website may relate to horseback riding, hiking, trail use, and outdoor recreation.

Participation in outdoor activities involves inherent risks.

The Newtown Bridle Lands Association is not responsible for injuries, accidents, or damages that may occur during participation in any riding, hiking, or outdoor activity.

Participants are responsible for their own safety and should follow proper safety practices.

Member Waiver Acknowledgment

By registering for membership through this website, users acknowledge and agree that:

  • They have read, understood, and signed the official NBLA Liability Waiver required by the Newtown Bridle Lands Association.

  • They agree to comply with the NBLA Code of Conduct and safety requirements at all NBLA events and activities.

  • They understand that participation in horseback riding and related outdoor activities involves inherent risks, including but not limited to risks associated with horses, uneven terrain, weather conditions, and interactions with other riders, animals, or participants.

Membership registration through the website constitutes confirmation that the member agrees to these requirements.

NBLA reserves the right to suspend or revoke membership or participation privileges if members fail to comply with the waiver requirements or the Code of Conduct.

Event Participation and Liability Disclaimer

Participation in activities organized by the Newtown Bridle Lands Association, including trail rides, educational events, meetings, and other gatherings, is voluntary.

Participants understand and acknowledge that:

  • Horseback riding and horse-related activities carry inherent risks of injury or property damage.

  • Participants assume full responsibility for their own safety and the safety of their horses.

  • Riders are responsible for ensuring that their horses are fit, healthy, and properly conditioned to participate in events.

  • Participants must follow all safety rules and instructions provided by event organizers.

NBLA, its volunteers, officers, landowners, and affiliates shall not be liable for injuries, damages, or losses that may occur during participation in NBLA activities to the fullest extent permitted by law.

Photo and Media Release

NBLA events and activities may be photographed or recorded for documentation, educational, and promotional purposes.

By registering for membership, events, or activities through this website, participants grant permission to the Newtown Bridle Lands Association to:

  • Photograph or record them and their horses at NBLA events or activities

  • Use such images or recordings in NBLA publications, newsletters, website content, and social media

  • Use such materials for educational, promotional, or historical purposes

Participants who do not wish to appear in photographs or recordings should notify event organizers in advance.

NBLA Code of Conduct

All members and event participants are expected to follow the NBLA Code of Conduct.

Safety

Safety is the responsibility of all. Unsafe behavior on or off horseback will not be tolerated.
Helmets and proper footwear are required when riding at NBLA events.

Well-Being

The well-being, health, and safety of horses and others are the priority.

Horses must be in proper condition to participate in NBLA events, including:

  • Body condition

  • Hoof condition

  • Overall health

Horses are to be treated with kindness, respect, and compassion.
Horses are not to be corrected with harsh or abusive methods.

Ambassadorship

Members and participants should act as ambassadors for horses and the sport of horseback riding by promoting a positive relationship between horseback riders and others using shared spaces.

Sportsmanship

Members are expected to model fair play, respect, and inclusivity toward all participants and members of the community.

Environment

Members and participants must respect the natural environment.

Participants must:

  • Avoid littering

  • Clean up after their horses

  • Maintain clean areas around trailers and staging locations

  • Help protect the trails and natural resources used during NBLA activities

Failure to follow the Code of Conduct may result in removal from events or revocation of membership privileges.

Intellectual Property

All content on this website—including text, graphics, photographs, logos, and design—is the property of the Newtown Bridle Lands Association unless otherwise noted.

Content may not be copied, reproduced, or distributed without permission.

Third Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. NBLA does not control or endorse the content or policies of these external sites.

Limitation of Liability

NBLA shall not be liable for damages resulting from:

  • Use of the website

  • Inability to access the website

  • Errors or omissions in website content

  • External links or third-party services

Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms and Conditions at any time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

Contact

For questions about these Terms, please email us.

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