Terms of Use

1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to Bird + Duck Media LLC ("Bird + Duck Media," "we," "our," or "us").

These Terms of Use ("Terms") govern your access to and use of all websites, events, podcasts, newsletters, digital content, social media channels, and other services owned or operated by Bird + Duck Media.

These Terms apply to all current and future Bird + Duck Media brands and properties, including but not limited to:

• Bird + Duck Media

• Wedding + Event Shows

• West Coast Homesteading Expos

• Peri Meno Show

• All Bird + Duck Media podcasts

• All Bird + Duck Media websites

• Social media channels

• Videos

• Newsletters

• Digital downloads

• Educational content

• Future events, brands, podcasts, and digital media properties

By accessing or using any Bird + Duck Media property, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of our services.

 

2. Use of Our Services

You agree to use our websites, podcasts, events, and digital content only for lawful purposes.

You agree not to:

• Violate any applicable laws or regulations

• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems

• Upload malicious software or code

• Interfere with the operation of our websites or services

• Impersonate another individual or organization

• Misuse or copy our content in violation of these Terms

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access to any user who violates these Terms.

 

3. Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise noted, all content created, published, or distributed by Bird + Duck Media is the property of Bird + Duck Media LLC and is protected by applicable copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws.

This includes, but is not limited to:

• Podcast episodes

• Audio recordings

• Videos

• Event names

• Logos

• Graphics

• Photography

• Articles

• Blog posts

• Website content

• Newsletters

• Downloadable resources

• Educational materials

• Branding

• Designs

• Floor plans

• Marketing materials

You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, sell, or publicly display our content without prior written permission, except where otherwise permitted by law.

 

4. Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use our content for your personal, non-commercial use.

This license does not transfer ownership of any intellectual property.

 

5. Podcast Disclaimer

Bird + Duck Media produces podcasts for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes.

Podcast episodes may include:

• Interviews

• Guest speakers

• Personal stories

• Opinions

• Educational discussions

• Audience participation

Opinions expressed by podcast hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of Bird + Duck Media LLC.

Appearance on a Bird + Duck Media podcast does not constitute an endorsement of any individual, business, product, service, or opinion unless expressly stated.

We reserve the right to edit, shorten, or remove podcast content before or after publication.

 

6. Educational & Informational Disclaimer

Bird + Duck Media publishes content relating to topics that may include:

• Weddings

• Event planning

• Homesteading

• Gardening

• Livestock

• Food preservation

• Entrepreneurship

• Marketing

• Business operations

• Women's wellness

• Menopause

• Lifestyle topics

• Community building

Our content is intended for informational and educational purposes only.

Nothing published by Bird + Duck Media should be considered legal, financial, tax, accounting, investment, medical, mental health, nutritional, or other professional advice.

You should consult qualified professionals before making decisions based on information provided through our websites, podcasts, events, or other media.

 

7. User Submissions

Visitors may voluntarily submit:

• Podcast questions

• Guest applications

• Stories

• Testimonials

• Comments

• Feedback

• Voice recordings

• Photos

• Videos

• Survey responses

• Other materials

By voluntarily submitting content to Bird + Duck Media, you grant Bird + Duck Media LLC a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable license to:

• Use

• Edit

• Modify

• Publish

• Reproduce

• Display

• Distribute

• Promote

• Archive

your submission in connection with:

• Podcasts

• Websites

• Events

• Social media

• Videos

• Marketing

• Newsletters

• Future Bird + Duck Media publications

You represent that you own or have permission to submit the content.

This section does not replace any separate Guest Release Agreement that may be required for podcast guests or event speakers.

 

8. Event Participation

Attendance at Bird + Duck Media events is subject to all posted event rules and policies.

By attending an event, you acknowledge that:

• Photography may occur

• Video recording may occur

• Audio recording may occur

Images or recordings may be used in:

• Future marketing

• Social media

• Websites

• Podcasts

• Promotional videos

• Newsletters

• Other Bird + Duck Media publications

 

9. Third-Party Links

Our websites, podcasts, and newsletters may contain links to third-party websites or services.

These links are provided for convenience only.

Bird + Duck Media does not control and is not responsible for:

• Third-party content

• Privacy practices

• Products

• Services

• Accuracy of information

Your use of third-party websites is governed by their own policies and terms.

 

10. Digital Products & Downloads

From time to time, Bird + Duck Media may provide downloadable materials, guides, templates, worksheets, checklists, or other digital resources.

Unless otherwise stated:

• Downloads are licensed, not sold.

• They may not be redistributed.

• They may not be resold.

• They may not be modified for commercial resale.

 

11. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Bird + Duck Media LLC shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, exemplary, or punitive damages arising from or relating to:

• Use of our websites

• Attendance at our events

• Listening to our podcasts

• Reliance on our content

• Technical interruptions

• Errors or omissions

• Third-party services

• Digital downloads

Your use of Bird + Duck Media content is at your own risk.

 

12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Bird + Duck Media LLC, its owners, employees, contractors, volunteers, affiliates, sponsors, and partners from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:

• Your use of our services

• Your violation of these Terms

• Your submitted content

• Your violation of another person's rights

 

13. Privacy

Your use of Bird + Duck Media services is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect personal information.

 

14. Accessibility

Bird + Duck Media strives to make its websites and digital content accessible to as many users as reasonably possible.

If you experience accessibility barriers, please contact us so we can work to improve your experience.

 

15. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of Washington, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

Any legal action arising under these Terms shall be brought in the appropriate state or federal courts located in Washington State, and you consent to the jurisdiction of those courts.

 

16. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time as our business evolves.

Changes become effective upon posting to our websites unless otherwise stated.

Your continued use of Bird + Duck Media properties after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

 

17. Contact Us

If you have questions regarding these Terms of Use, please contact Bird + Duck Media through the contact information provided on our official website.