Travel & Explore

For sports, participants must be 18 or older. Exceptions may be made on a case by case basis subject to the discretion of the BSSC Program Manager.

For social, travel, ski racing, ski weekend and ski vacation activities, participants must be 21 or older. Exceptions may be made on a case by case basis subject to the discretion of the BSSC Program Manager.

For ski day trips, minors age 13 and under must be accompanied by a parent/legal guardian.  Minors age 14-17 must be accompanied by a parent/legal guardian or an adult chaperone.  All minors must turn in a completed Parental Consent Form to the trip leader at the bus and have on their person the "Minor Identification and Emergency Contact" Form.  Any minors age 14-17 who are with a non-parent adult chaperone will also need to have on their person the "Medical Information and Authorization" Form. All forms can be found in the Parental Consent Form section below.

For all activities, you are responsible to judge your own ability to participate in an activity based on your own physical capabilities and endurance, the weather, conditions, and anything else pertaining to the activity.  If there is a BSSC escort or on-site representative, their only responsibility is to ascertain to the best of their abilities that the features and logistics of the activity are appropriately carried out. Their participation does not indicate that the activity is safe or suitable for you.

Boston Ski & Sports Club also reserves the right to disallow your participation if you do not have the required safety gear. Refer to specific leagues and activities for further detail.

Permission for the consumption of alcohol varies by activity, and participants should refer to the policies for the specific activities for further clarification.

For sports, alcohol is strictly prohibited.  Players cannot consume alcohol on any part of league premises, including parking lots, before or after a game, and no player will be allowed to compete if the game official feels that a player has been drinking before the game.  The offending player(s) will be removed from the game and face further disciplinary action per the code of conduct.

For day ski trips, alcohol is strictly prohibited on the bus, and trip escorts may address disorderly conduct per the code of conduct.

For social, travel, night and overnight ski activities, participants are welcome to enjoy their libations as long as all behaviors adhere to the code of conduct.

BSSC is committed to maintaining a pleasant, comfortable and safe recreational environment and therefore expects its participants to adhere to a code of conduct with respect to other participants, spectators, BSSC staff, game officials, agents carrying out services, and others.  In sports games and other competitive activities, we expect participants to uphold basic standards of good sportsmanship, including but not limited to:

• Understanding, appreciating and abiding by the rules of the game
• Maintaining high standards of the honor system
• Respecting the integrity and judgment of game officials
• Shaking hands with the opponent after each game

BSSC stands united behind the principles of respect, inclusion, and acceptance. We welcome and are committed to providing a fun and safe environment for all persons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, religious belief, age, disability, veteran status or national origin.  Our rules, despite gender requirements or game-play, are inclusive of all sexualities and gender identities and expressions, and we encourage you to identify in our leagues and activities as you prefer. If you should have any concerns or needs, please email your program manager (listed on each activity web page) for assistance.

The following are examples of unacceptable conduct in BSSC activities:

• Illegal activity
• Threatening, intimidating, harassing or violent verbal or physical behaviors
• Excessive, inappropriate, rude, argumentative or disruptive actions and/or profanity
• Excessive drinking or disorderly conduct
• Disregard of the rules of the facility which includes no littering & respectful communications with representatives and other patrons
• Any other behavior which, in the sole discretion of BSSC, the game official, tour escort and/or agents carrying out services, is deemed to be in any way inappropriate

Any person or team considered to be in violation of this code of conduct can be immediately removed from the game or activity, requiring the participant(s) to leave the playing area and/or event venue in a timely fashion, and will be subject to any or all of the following disciplinary actions, in each instance without refund of any kind:

• Verbal warning
• Written warning
• Suspension
• Expulsion from league or activity
• Ban from further BSSC activities
• Termination of membership

By sending photo(s) or video to us, you agree that you are granting permission to use your likeness for promotional and media purposes.

By participating in a BSSC activity, you agree that you are consenting to the taking of photographs, movies or video and are granting permission to use your likeness for promotional and media purposes.

There are 3 ways to see if activities are canceled.  We will always make an effort to give you a few hours notice, but that may not always be possible, so it is the participant’s responsibility to check these 3 sources.

    BSSC Weather Cancellation Line: 617-789-4070 ext 300
    Twitter @bssc
    BSSC.com.

For outdoor activities, cancellations depend upon the playability of a field, not whether it is raining. Decisions are usually made after 4pm on weekdays and 2-3 hours in advance on weekends. Because conditions & weather can change, updates are made as necessary, and we suggest you check before heading out to your activity. Games scheduled for synthetic grass fields are usually never cancelled unless there is thunder & lightning. In case of lightning near a field, games will be stopped immediately and then resumed when safe...this may cause a delay in the schedule or require some or all games to be cancelled depending on the duration of lightning. Activities may also be cancelled per the directive of the field/venue owner if they feel damage may be done to the field by playing on it.

During the winter months, occasionally activities may be cancelled due to snow. Some sports leagues use school facilities which may be closed if school was cancelled. However, some schools allow us to play as long as the parking lot is cleared. Other facilities are always open, and we will only cancel if overall conditions are too problematic. We will usually not cancel in advance based on a forecast of snow, but wait until actual accumulation. Similarly, if it is snowing in the morning or early afternoon, but is due to stop, we will wait until 4 or 5pm to see if we can play.

Trips hosted by our partner G Adventures have the following additional terms and conditions.  Please make sure to review before booking your trip.
https://www.gadventures.com/terms-conditions/booking-terms/
https://www.gadventures.com/terms-conditions/conditions-of-carriage/

Unless otherwise stated in the specific activity confirmation, the following applies:

•    All prices and arrangements are subject to change without notice.
    o    Changes include, but are not limited to: a change in schedule, destination, or cancellation of the entire trip, (if warranted by unforeseen circumstances, such as weather and/or potentially unsafe conditions).
    o    BSSC is not responsible for additional costs which may be incurred by participants as a result of such cancellation.

•    There is no refund on unused services. BSSC is not responsible for costs or inconveniences incurred if a participant’s circumstances cause him/her to miss any portion of the scheduled travel.

•    Weekend cancellations must be received in writing by dates below:
    o    Cancellation greater than 21 days prior to departure -- Refund of amount paid, less $20 service charge.
    o    Cancellation less than 21 days prior to departure and a suitable replacement is made -- Refund of amount paid, less $50 service charge.
    o    Cancellation less than 21 days prior to departure and no suitable replacement is made -- No refund.
    o    Unpaid balances within 21 days of departure are subject to cancellation and forfeiture of all monies paid.

•    Vacation/extended travel cancellations must be received in writing by dates below:
    o    Deposits of $200-$500, generally required to reserve space, are non-refundable and non-transferable, unless otherwise noted.
    o    Cancellations are subject to regulations and fees set by BSSC, tour operators and/or agents carrying out services.
    o    Unpaid balances past balance due dates are subject to cancellation and forfeiture of all monies paid.
    o    G Adventure trips are non-refundable and non-transferable once the balance due date has passed.

All prices and arrangements are subject to change without notice. Changes include, but are not limited to, a change in schedule (departing earlier or later than planned), duration, destination, mode of transportation, or cancellation or postponement of the entire trip.  Changes may be caused by weather, government-imposed travel restrictions or advisories, acts of God (such as pandemcis), or any other unforeseen event.

BSSC is not responsible for any additional costs which may be incurred as a result of these situations, such as, but not limited to, making your own arrangements to get home, extra hotel nights and/or separate hotel nights, supplemental transportation fees, etc., nor is it responsible for full or partial refunds for trip modifications caused by these circumstances.

Boston Ski & Sports Club and its sponsor, Mass Bay Brewing Company, Inc. are not responsible for any illness, injury, disability, death, loss or damage to person or property, resulting from participation in, parking at, or traveling to and from activities. Please review the following complete agreement, which you will be asked to sign, either before or at the activity.

SKI AND TRAVEL PARTICIPANT RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAIVER OF CLAIMS, EXPRESS ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT.
Please read and be certain you understand the implications of signing.

Express Assumption of Risk Associated with Sport, Venue Use and Related Activities. I do hereby affirm and acknowledge that I have been fully informed of the inherent hazards and risks associated with skiing, adventure travel, transportation of equipment related to the activities, and travelling to and from activity sites in which I am about to engage. Inherent hazards and risks include but are not limited to:
1. Risk of injury from the activity and equipment utilized is significant including the potential for broken bones, severe injuries to the head, neck, and back or other bodily injuries that my result in permanent disability and death.

2. Possible equipment failure and/or malfunction or misuse of my own or others' equipment.

3. I AGREE THAT I WILL WEAR APPROVED PROTECTIVE GEAR AS DECREED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE SPORT I AM PARTICIPATING IN. However, protective gear cannot guarantee the participant's safety. I further agree that no helmet can protect the wearer against all potential head injuries or prevent injury to the wearer's face, neck or spinal cord.

4. Variation and/or steepness of terrain, variation or changes in surfaces including but not limited to snow surfaces, ice, bare spots, rocks, stumps, debris, cliffs, trees, fences, posts, trees, light poles, signs, buildings, roads, walkways, ramps, rails, stairs, pyramids, manual pads, bowls, half-pipes, jumps, padded and non-padded barriers, other persons, and other natural and man-made hazards.

5. My own negligence and/or the negligence of others, including but not limited to operator error and guide decision making including misjudging terrain, weather, riding surfaces or other obstacles.

6. Exposure to the elements and temperature extremes may result if frost nip, frost bite, heat exhaustion, heat stroke, sunburn, hypothermia and dehydration.

7. Dangers associated with exposure to natural elements include but are not limited to avalanche, rock fall, inclement weather, thunder and lighting, severe and or varied wind, temperature and other weather conditions.

8. Accidents or illness occurring in remote places where there are no available medical facilities.

9. Fatigue, exhaustion, chill, and/or dizziness, which may diminish my/our reaction time and increase the risk of accident.

10. Impact or collision with other athletes, spectators, facility employees, pedestrians, motor vehicles, and cyclists.

11. Possible exposure to and illness from infectious diseases including but not limited to MRSA, influenza, and COVID-19. While particular rules and personal discipline may reduce this risk, the risk of serious illness and death does exist.

12. Costs or inconveniences incurred if a participant’s circumstances cause him/her to miss any of the scheduled transportation.

13. Costs and/or inconveniences incurred due to travel bans & unforeseen circumstances before and during trips.  BSSC constantly monitors oversight organizations for travel bans and safety issues to ensure the safety of its travelers. If a trip is deemed safe to move forward, there are no refunds, transfers or credits if you decide not to go on that trip. Also, once a trip is underway, any changes, deviations, layovers, quarantines, unforeseen issues and changes, etc. beyond the control of BSSC or our vendors, and the fees associated with any of these circumstances, are at your own expense.  Once you are on a trip and are possibly affected by outside circumstances beyond the control of BSSC or our vendors, leaving the trip itinerary and making new travel plans on your own, are at your own expense.

*I understand the description of these risks is not complete and unknown or unanticipated risks may result in injury, illness, or death.

Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims and Indemnity Agreement.
In consideration for being permitted to participate in the above described activity(ies) and related activities, I hereby agree, acknowledge and appreciate that:

1. I HEREBY RELEASE AND HOLD HARMLESS WITH RESPECT TO ANY AND ALL ILLNESS, INJURY, DISABILITY, DEATH, or loss or damage to person or property, WHETHER CAUSED BY NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE, the following named persons or entities, herein referred to as releases, Boston Ski and Sports Club, Inc.and its officers, directors, employees, shareholders, representatives, agents, volunteers, sponsoring agencies, sponsors, advertisers, successors and assigns.

2. To release the releasees, their officers, directors, employees, representatives, agents, volunteers, sponsoring agencies, sponsors and advertisers, from liability and responsibility whatsoever and for any claims or causes of action that I, my estate, heirs, survivors, executors, or assigns may have for personal injury, property damage, or wrongful death arising from the above activities whether caused by active or passive negligence of the releasees or otherwise. By executing this document, I agree to hold the releasees harmless and indemnify them in conjunction with any illness, injury, disability, death, or loss or damage to person or property that may occur as a result of my engaging in the above activities.

3. By entering into this Agreement, I am not relying on any oral or written representation or statements made by the releasees, other than what is set forth in this Agreement.

4. This agreement shall apply to any and all illness, injury, disability, death, or loss or damage to person or property occurring at any time after the execution of this agreement.
This release shall be binding to the fullest extent permitted by law. If any provision of this release is found to be unenforceable, the remaining terms shall be enforceable.

I understand that my signature below indicates that I HAVE READ THIS RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK AGREEMENT, I FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS TERMS, I UNDERSTAND THAT I HAVE GIVEN UP LEGAL RIGHTS BY SIGNING IT, AND I SIGN IT FREELY AND VOLUNTARILY WITHOUT ANY INDUCEMENT.