​This policy applies to The Firs and all its affiliated programs, including Camp Firwood, Fircreek Day Camp, Firs and Fiddleheads Forest School, The Firs Chalet, and The Firs Retreat Center.

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PART 1: PRIVACY POLICY

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1. Information We Collect​​​

We collect information you provide directly to us, such as when you register for a camp, sign up for a newsletter, or request information. This may include your name, email address, phone number, and mailing address.

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2. How We Use Your Data

We use your information to manage camp registrations, send program updates, and provide a personalized experience through our "7-Day Journey" automation.

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3. Third-Party Sharing (SMS Protection)
We use trusted partners like Mailchimp (Email), Twilio (SMS), and Make.com (Automation) to deliver our services.

 

Important: The Firs does not sell, rent, or share personal information or SMS opt-in data with third parties for their own marketing or promotional purposes. Your consent to receive SMS is strictly for communications from The Firs and its DBAs.

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PART 2: SMS TERMS AND CONDITIONS

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1. Program Description
By opting in, you agree to receive recurring automated promotional and personalized marketing text messages (e.g., camp reminders, 7-day journey updates, and emergency notifications) from The Firs at the cell number used when signing up.

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2. Message Frequency & Rates

Message frequency varies by program. Message and data rates may apply.

3. How to Opt-Out
You can cancel the SMS service at any time. Just text "STOP" to our number. After you send the SMS message "STOP" to us, we will send you an SMS message to confirm that you have been unsubscribed. After this, you will no longer receive SMS messages from us. If you want to join again, just sign up as you did the first time.

4. Help
If you are experiencing issues with the messaging program, you can reply with the keyword HELP for more assistance, or contact our main office at info@thefirs.org.

5. Carrier Disclaimer
Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.
 

PART 3: TERMS OF USE

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1. Agreement to Terms
By using our websites or participating in our programs, you agree to abide by these terms.

2. User Conduct
Users agree not to use our communication channels for any unlawful or prohibited activities. The Firs reserves the right to terminate access to our SMS or email programs for any user who violates these terms.

3. Contact Information
For questions regarding these policies, please contact:

The Firs Main Office
info@thefirs.org
360-733-6840