Welcome to Bayfield Kayak, your gateway to unforgettable kayaking adventures in the Apostle Islands region. By using our website, making a reservation, or participating in any guided activity, you agree to the following Terms of Use.

 

1. Booking and Reservation Agreement

 

By reserving a date and time on our platform, you are securing a spot for a guided outdoor experience. Reservations are confirmed only after full or partial payment is received. Once booked, you will receive a confirmation email with details about meeting locations, times, and necessary preparation.

 

2. Weather Conditions and Safety

 

Conditions on Lake Superior can change rapidly. For your safety, we reserve the right to

 

Modify the route or launch site

 

Substitute your session with an alternate guided experience of similar value

 

Partner with another trusted outfitter if necessary

 

Cancel and offer a refund only when no safe or suitable alternative is available

 

 

We do not offer refunds solely due to location changes caused by weather.

 

3. Launch Access and Locations

 

Our guided trips often launch from sandbars, docks, or by shallow wading, typically from federal waters or tribal access areas to ensure flexibility and avoid local restrictions.

We do not guarantee access from municipal beaches, piers, or city-owned shorelines.

 

4. Equipment and Safety Requirements

 

All guests must wear a life jacket and follow the guide’s instructions at all times. We provide all required safety equipment and basic training. Participation is contingent on completing a risk waiver form prior to launch.

 

You must be physically able to enter and exit a kayak from shallow water or floating dock conditions.

 

5. Refund and Cancellation Policy

 

We understand that plans may change. Our cancellation policy is as follows

 

If canceled 48 or more hours in advance, 80 percent refund

 

If canceled 1 to 47 hours in advance, 50 percent refund

 

If canceled less than 1 hour in advance, 25 percent refund

 

No-call or no-show results in no refund

 

 

Cancellations must be submitted by phone or email. Refunds are processed to the original payment method.

 

6. Risk and Liability

 

Kayaking and outdoor recreation involve inherent risks. By participating, you accept full responsibility for your safety and agree to

 

Assume all risks related to weather, water conditions, physical exertion, or equipment use

 

Release Superior Kayak LLC and all associated parties from any liability for injury, death, illness, or property damage, whether caused by negligence or otherwise

 

 

7. Use of Website and Content

 

All materials on www.bayfieldkayak.com are protected by copyright

 

You may not copy, reproduce, or distribute site content without written permission

 

We are not responsible for third-party websites linked from this platform

 

 

8. Privacy Policy

 

We collect only the personal data necessary to process your reservation and communicate with you. Your information will never be sold or shared with outside parties. We may contact you occasionally with updates, schedule changes, or promotional offers related to our services.

 

9. Club Membership Disclosure

 

Some tours may take place under the structure of a private, noncommercial activity group. In such cases

 

Your payment is treated as a membership contribution and not a purchase of goods or services

 

All experiences are educational gatherings and are free to members at the time of participation

 

No sales or solicitations occur in jurisdictions where such activity is restricted

 

Participation includes agreement to a waiver of liability and acknowledgment of noncommercial intent

 

 

This structure allows us to operate within federal and tribal jurisdictions and supports indigenous access rights and stewardship in the Apostle Islands area.

 

10. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

 

All operations are managed from the Red Cliff Reservation. Any disputes must be submitted in writing within 30 days of the event. All matters are governed by the laws of the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa.

 

Thank you for choosing Bayfield Kayak. We are committed to providing safe, memorable, and respectful experiences on Lake Superior.