Terms of Use

Terms of Use for VTPhotoTours.com

This website, https://www.vtphototours.com/, (collectively referred to as “VTPhotoTours.com” or “Site” in these Terms of Service) is owned and operated by usrbingeek, LLC (“we”, “us” or “usrbingeek, LLC”). By using and accessing our Site, you (“you”, “user” or, “end user”) agree to these Terms of Service (collectively, the “Terms of Service” or “Agreement”).

BY ACCESSING AND/OR USING THIS SITE, YOU AGREE ELECTRONICALLY TO THESE TERMS. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THE TERMS OF THIS AGREEMENT, IMMEDIATELY STOP ACCESSING THIS SITE.

Your use of VTPhotoTours.com is governed by these Terms of Use and is also supplemented by our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service (Comment Policy and Chat Rules).

Access and Availability of Service and Links

VTPhotoTours.com (https://www.vtphototours.com/) contains links to other related World Wide Web Internet sites, resources, and sponsors of VTPhotoTours.com. Since VTPhotoTours.com is not responsible for the availability of these outside resources or their contents, User should direct any concerns regarding any external link to its customer service, website administrator, or Webmaster. Links to and from VTPhotoTours.com and its sites do not constitute an endorsement by VTPhotoTours.com of any third-party products or services.

Interactive Areas

User shall not upload to, distribute or otherwise publish through the website any Content which is libelous, defamatory, obscene, pornographic, abusive, or otherwise violates any law.

Our interactive areas which include but are not limited to IRC Channels, Comments, Message Boards, Chatrooms, Surveys, and Polls shall be used only in a noncommercial manner and are additionally subject to the Terms Of Service and Privacy Policy. User shall not, without the express approval of VTPhotoTours.com, distribute or otherwise publish any material containing any solicitation of funds, advertising or solicitation for goods or services.

Although VTPhotoTours.com does not and cannot review every message posted in the interactive areas, and is not responsible for any content of these messages, VTPhotoTours.com reserves the right to delete, move or edit messages that it, in its sole discretion, deems abusive, defamatory, obscene, in violation of copyright or trademark laws or otherwise unacceptable. Users shall remain solely responsible for the content of their messages.

User acknowledges that any submissions may be edited, removed, modified, published, transmitted, and displayed by VTPhotoTours.com. In addition User warrants that all moral rights in any uploaded materials have been waived.

Representations and Warranties

Neither VTPhotoTours.com (https://www.vtphototours.com/) or its affiliates, represents or endorses the accuracy or reliability of any advice, opinion, statement or other information displayed, uploaded or distributed through the service by VTPhotoTours.com or any User, information provider or any other person or entity. User acknowledges that any reliance upon any such opinion, advice, statement, memorandum, or information shall be at User’s sole risk. VTPhotoTours.com reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to correct any errors or omissions in any portion of the website. The website and all downloadable software are distributed on an “as is” basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including, without limitation, warranties of title or implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement. User hereby acknowledges that use of the website is at User’s sole risk.

Disclaimer; No Warranties

The material in VTPhotoTours.com could include technical inaccuracies or other errors. Your use and browsing of the website are at your risk. Neither VTPhotoTours.com nor any other party involved in creating, producing, or delivering the website shall be liable for any direct, incidental, consequential, indirect, or punitive damages arising out of your access to, or use of, the website. VTPhotoTours.com does not warrant the functional aspects of the website or network will be uninterrupted or error-free, or that VTPhotoTours.com or the server that makes it available is free of viruses or other harmful components. Please note that some jurisdictions may not allow the exclusion of implied warranties, so some of the above exclusions may not apply to you. VTPhotoTours.com reserves the right to make changes to VTPhotoTours.com at any time without notice.

USE OF VTPHOTOTOURS.COM SIGNIFIES YOUR AGREEMENT TO THESE TERMS OF USE, THE TERMS OF SERVICE AND PRIVACY POLICY.

In order to use VTPhotoTours.com you must be legally capable to enter into agreements. You agree to transact with us and acknowledge your agreement to these terms electronically. By using the website, you agree to be bound by the terms and conditions set forth above as well as those in the VTPhotoTours.com Terms of Service and Privacy Policy, which are incorporated by reference.

Governing Law.

Any disputes arising out of or related to these Terms of Service and/or any use by you of the Site or Services offered shall be governed by the laws of the United States, without regard to the conflicts of laws provisions therein. All actions, proceedings, or litigation relating hereto will be instituted and prosecuted solely within the State of Vermont, Chittenden County. The parties consent to the jurisdiction of the state courts of Vermont and the federal courts located within such state and county with respect to any action, dispute, or other matter pertaining to or arising out of Services offered.

Covid Update

In-person Outdoor Private Workshops/Tours have resumed with physical distancing and a few other safety measures. (Masks are no longer required outdoors!)

We also offer one-on-one Online Private Workshops. Learn Lightroom, more about your camera(s), or you may pick any photography topic you want help with.

Outdoor or Online Workshops are available most weekdays, weekends, and holidays. Please check availability and book now so we can accommodate you!

Workshop/Tour FAQs

What is the typical schedule for Workshops/Tours?

Each Workshop is unique as we’re very flexible to our client’s desires and customize it specifically to its participants. Here’s what most of our Workshops/Tours share in common:

A typical Full-day Workshop/Tour begins with the departure from the previously agreed location at the agreed time in the morning. Some photographers opt to leave very early, even before dawn, or may leave later in the morning to have time left to photograph the sunset or during dusk. We suggest leaving later and shooting the sunset.

Depending on the departure location, the travel time to the first stop and from location to location will vary but the routes are customized by us to maximize the time available for stops at beautiful and picturesque locations.

We’ll also plan the primary stops and alternative stops with the light and sun’s position in mind. For example, during midday, if it should be sunny, we’ll take you to locations that are not affected by harsh light.

Breaks for breakfast, lunch, and/or supper are taken at the appropriate times at a local favorite restaurant. Before your Workshop/Tour we’ll ask for dietary restrictions, budget, and your food preferences and then plan accordingly.

If the client desires, photography instruction and/or assistance with composition and field techniques will be offered throughout the Workshop/Tour. Time may also be allocated for a critique of photos or assistance with Workflow (Lightroom, Photoshop, Apple Photos, etc). Most Workshops/Tours include dedicated time for all of the aforesaid.

We begin traveling back to the departure location once the time for the half-day or full-day Workshop/Tour has been fully used (unless the clients’ would like to start back earlier.)

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Can my spouse and kids come along?

Yes, but ALL additional guests are required to be booked and paid for even if they don’t plan on photographing or receiving instruction.

We do not have any age restrictions however we recommend you leave your family at the hotel or on another activity unless they’re into photography as much as you. As you know, children get bored pretty quickly and may distract you from making all the images you want to make. VTPhotoTours cannot be held responsible for this.

You’ll need to use an approved child restraint for children under 8 years of age; please see Vermont Child Restraint Laws.

We’re also unable to perform as a babysitter during the Workshop/Tour. You are solely responsible for the supervision and care of your children throughout the entire Workshop/Tour.

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Which lenses and gear should I bring?

Perhaps the most frequently asked question we receive is, “Which lenses should I bring?” or “Which lenses do you recommend?” Some even ask if they should buy a new camera or lenses for the Workshop/Tour.

We know photographers can sometimes feel insecure about their gear. But don’t worry. We don’t make any judgements!

Every type of camera has been used successfully! Many of our clients just use kit lenses, point and shoot cameras, or iPhones/Android Phones. No matter what someone brings, as long as it’s fully functional, everyone always has just as much fun. We will design the Workshop/Tour to the gear you already own and feel like bringing.

In fact, we don’t recommend you buy new equipment just for your trip.
You should only travel with equipment you have owned for a while and had a chance to test, use frequently and have gotten familiar with. There’s nothing worse than going on a trip and coming back without any decent photographs because you used untested gear or used incorrect settings due to unfamiliarity with it.

“Ok, ok. I get it. My equipment doesn’t matter but I’m stubborn and still want to know what’s ideal so I can get new stuff for my trip…”
Well, if you have cash to blow or already have a good selection of gear then we recommend bringing a couple zoom lenses which cover all focal lengths from 14 or 24mm and up to 200mm. If you would like to photograph birds or wildlife we suggest you also bring more high-powered telephotos and teleconverters.

It wouldn’t hurt to bring the following, if you already have it:

Super Zoom Lens like 80-400mm, 200-400mm, 100-500mm, etc.
300mm or 400mm Super Telephoto
Teleconverters
Macro lens
ND Filters
Tripod
Remote cable release

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Can we use my vehicle? My rental?

Our Workshops/Tours include transportation during the Workshops/Tours and we do all the driving (unless the Workshops/Tours description specifically states otherwise).

If you wish, you may take (and drive) your own vehicle or rental but it is fully at your own risk. Please also keep in mind that our insurance policy forbids us from driving anything but our own vehicles. So we can’t get behind your wheel for any reason.

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What do you normally bring on Workshops?

During the Workshops/Tours, participants will have shared access to the following items:

Various sizes of Reflectors and a few other light modifiers, and plamps/extra hands;
Tarps (Stay clean while shooting from the ground.);
Tissues (In case anyone has a runny nose.);
Hand sanitizer (Kill those germs!);
Baby wipes (You don’t want to have mud on your hands all day.);
Bug repellant (Who likes mosquitos?);
Toilet paper (Just in case.);
Towels (Sometimes brooks are too irresistible.);
Garbage bags (Carry out everything you brought in.);
A doghouse wildlife blind (Upon prior request – For those patient enough to wait for birds and other wildlife);
First-aid kit (As the scouts say, “Be Prepared!”);

Note: Products may vary.

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