Terms, Conditions & Liability Agreement

The terms on this page represent a summary of the full agreement for your review. The legally binding version you will sign electronically covers all content described here. If you have questions about any provision before booking, contact Paul directly.

Medical & Health Disclosure

Participation requires adequate physical condition for wilderness activities. Full disclosure is mandatory before any trip.

Participant Responsibility: Participants acknowledge that they are solely responsible for determining whether they are physically and mentally capable of safely participating in wilderness activities, including hiking, wading in rivers, rafting, camping, and travel in remote environments. Participants agree to disclose any medical conditions, injuries, or limitations that may affect their safety.

• Complete disclosure of all medical conditions, medications, or physical limitations
• Swimming ability assessment — required for river safety protocols and equipment assignments
• Emergency contact information with phone numbers
• Any allergies, dietary restrictions, or health concerns

Alaska Rainbow Adventures reserves the right to exclude participants who cannot safely participate in wilderness activities. This determination is at the sole discretion of the guides and staff and carries no refund obligation.

Travel Insurance — Mandatory

Required before your trip. No exceptions. This is the only protection against financial loss from weather delays and cancellations beyond our control.

We strongly recommend, but do not require, the following additional coverage:

• Emergency medical evacuation
• Coverage for remote wilderness activities
• Helicopter evacuation
• Pandemic-related cancellation
• “Cancel For Any Reason” (CFAR) upgrades

Booking, Weight & Payment

All booking terms, weight limits, and payment policies — including the strict no-refund policy — are described in full below.

All trips are booked on a first-come, first-served basis and are subject to prior booking commitments. Spaces are not guaranteed until confirmed with the required deposit.

Group Size and Capacity Restrictions:

• Standard trips accommodate 2–10 persons depending on the water
• Togiak River: Limited to 6 guests by federal permit requirement
• Goodnews and Kanektok Rivers: Limited to 8 guests
• Available spaces are subject to change based on permits and logistics

Single Anglers: Single anglers may inquire about joining existing trips subject to availability. We maintain an email list for updates on open spaces.

Deposit and Payment Schedule:

• 50% deposit required to confirm booking, due within 15 days of requesting space
• Balance due 60 days before trip start or June 1st of your trip year, whichever comes first
• Reservations made within 60 days of departure require full payment at booking
• Payment by check or wire transfer only

Transfer Option: You may transfer your reserved spot to another qualified person subject to our approval and completion of all required documentation.

Aircraft & Company Limitations

Air transportation is operated by independent third parties. Alaska Rainbow Adventures is not responsible for flight delays, weather cancellations, or incidents occurring during air transport.

• Flight delays, cancellations, or mechanical issues
• Aircraft safety, maintenance, or pilot qualifications
• Baggage loss or damage during air transport
• Any incidents, accidents, or injuries occurring during air transport
• Weather-related flight disruptions or charter operator policies

Alaska Rainbow Adventures is not responsible for any loss, damage, or injury to persons or property arising from: weather conditions and natural disasters; transportation problems; government actions, regulations, or travel restrictions; pandemics, epidemics, or health emergencies; equipment failure beyond our reasonable control; acts of God; or third-party service provider failures.

Personal Property: Participants are solely responsible for the safety and security of their personal equipment, clothing, fishing gear, cameras, phones, and other belongings. Alaska Rainbow Adventures is not responsible for loss, theft, or damage to personal property during transportation, river travel, camp operations, or any trip activities.

For safety or comfort reasons, we reserve the right to cancel or make reasonable schedule changes to all or portions of your trip without recourse. Force majeure events do not entitle guests to refunds, credits, or rebooking.

Services Included & Not Included

Know what’s in your trip cost and what you are responsible for before you arrive.

No fishing success is guaranteed. We cannot guarantee you will catch fish, achieve daily limits, or catch specific species. Fishing is dependent on natural conditions, fish runs, and a variety of factors beyond our control.

We have no facilities for fish processing, preservation, or shipping. Do not expect to take home processed fish or daily limits. Plan your trip around the experience, not the harvest.

Safety, Guide Authority & Conduct

Guides have full field authority. Conduct that endangers the trip, other guests, or staff will result in removal without refund.

Guide Authority: Alaska Rainbow Adventures guides have full authority regarding safety decisions during all trip activities. Participants agree to follow all instructions and safety directives provided by guides and staff.

Failure to follow guide instructions or engaging in unsafe conduct may increase the risk of injury and may result in restriction from activities or termination of participation in the trip. If, in the sole judgment of the guides or staff, a participant refuses to follow safety instructions, is under the influence of drugs or excessive alcohol during activities, or behaves in a manner that endangers themselves, other guests, staff, wildlife, or the trip, Alaska Rainbow Adventures may restrict that participant from activities or terminate their participation at the earliest practical and safe opportunity without refund.

Any additional transportation, evacuation, or logistical costs resulting from such removal, including but not limited to aircraft charter or helicopter transport, shall be the sole responsibility of the participant.

Moderate consumption by guests 21+ is permitted during designated camp times only. Alcohol is strictly prohibited during fishing, river activities, equipment operation, safety briefings, and transportation.

Risks, Waiver & Release

Wilderness travel involves inherent risks that cannot be eliminated. Read this section carefully — it contains the liability release you will sign.

• Falling, slipping on wet surfaces, and drowning
• Cold and heat-related injuries including hypothermia, frostbite, heat exhaustion, heat stroke, sunburn, and dehydration
• Acts of nature including avalanche, rock fall, inclement weather, thunder and lightning, earthquakes
• River crossings and travel involving small aircraft
• Equipment failure and/or operator error
• Watercraft risks including capsizing or drowning
• Animal encounters including bears, moose, wolves, and insects
• Accidents or illness in remote locations without immediate medical facilities
• Fatigue and dizziness which may diminish reaction time
• Food-borne illness and contaminated water
• Getting lost or separated from the group
• Communication failures and emergency evacuation delays

Unknown and Unanticipated Risks: The risks described above are not complete. Other unknown or unanticipated risks may result in injury, illness, property damage, emotional distress, or death. Participants voluntarily assume all such risks, whether known or unknown, foreseeable or unforeseeable.

Voluntary Participation: Wilderness travel and fishing activities involve inherent risks that cannot be eliminated without fundamentally altering the nature of the activity. You acknowledge these risks and voluntarily assume full responsibility for participation.

By participating, you grant Alaska Rainbow Adventures the right to photograph, video, or record your participation and use your name, likeness, voice, and images for promotional and business purposes including websites, brochures, and social media. Participants who decline consent will not be included in group promotional photos when possible, and this choice does not affect trip participation.

Legal Provisions & Minors

Governing law, dispute resolution, severability, and special requirements for guests under 18.

This agreement is construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Alaska. Any legal action arising from this agreement must be brought in Alaska state courts.

• Time Limitations: Any claim must be filed within one (1) year of the incident giving rise to the claim
• Arbitration: Unresolved disputes are settled through binding arbitration in Alaska under American Arbitration Association rules
• Attorney Fees: The prevailing party shall be entitled to recover reasonable attorney fees and costs
• Severability: If any provision is held invalid, the remaining provisions remain in full force
• Binding Effect: This agreement binds participants, their heirs, assigns, personal representative, and estate

• Complete electronic signature of all agreements on behalf of the minor
• Provide detailed medical and emergency contact information
• Ensure the minor understands the risks and all safety requirements
• Confirm the minor’s swimming ability and physical fitness level