Refund & Policies

Welcome!
I want your experience to be seamless and enjoyable. This page outlines deposits, refunds, rescheduling, travel, and safety policies so we’re all on the same page. By booking a workshop or retreat, you acknowledge that you have read and agreed to these policies.

1. Legal Structure & Liability

Business Identification
The Farmstead by Chicken Librarian is a trade name (DBA) of Chicken Librarian, LLC, a limited liability company organized under the laws of Tennessee.

Limitation of Liability
Participation in workshops, retreats, and related activities is voluntary and undertaken at the participant’s own risk. Chicken Librarian, LLC shall not be liable for personal injury, loss, damage, or delay, except as required by law.

Indemnification
By participating, you agree to release, indemnify, and hold harmless Chicken Librarian, LLC, its owners, contractors, and affiliates from any claims, liabilities, damages, or expenses arising from your participation, except where prohibited by law.

Contract Signature Line
Chicken Librarian, LLC
Doing Business As: The Farmstead by Chicken Librarian

2. Workshops

Deposits
A 50% deposit is required to secure your private workshop. Deposits are applied toward your total cost.

Refunds & Cancellations

  • More than 30 days before the event: Full refund of your deposit.

  • 15–30 days before the event: 50% refund of your deposit.

  • Less than 15 days before the event: No refund.

Rescheduling
Requests to reschedule made at least 15 days before the event will be accommodated based on availability.

No-Show Policy
Failure to attend a scheduled workshop without prior notice will result in forfeiture of the full event fee.

Travel

  • Travel up to 50 miles from my home is included in the workshop price.

  • Beyond 50 miles, travel is $1 per mile.

  • For locations significantly outside the immediate area, please contact me to discuss logistics and any additional fees.

Exceptional Circumstances
Unforeseen situations may arise. Requests will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

3. Retreats

This section provides high-level retreat policies. Detailed information—including lodging, meals, health disclosures, and waivers—is included in the retreat-specific registration forms.

Deposits & Payment

  • A 50% deposit is required to reserve your retreat spot.

  • Balance due dates and specific payment details are included in your retreat confirmation.

Refunds & Cancellations

  • General structure follows a 30/15/0-day model (or adapted for lodging/meals).

  • Exceptional circumstances may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Rescheduling

  • Requests must be communicated in advance and are subject to availability.

Travel & Transportation

  • Local travel is included in pricing; additional travel fees or arrangements will be communicated per retreat.

Health & Safety, Waivers, and Disclosures

  • Each retreat will require signed forms covering:

    • Liability waivers

    • Medical disclosures

    • Dietary restrictions or allergies

    • Emergency contact information

Accommodations & Meals

  • Specifics regarding lodging, shared rooms, early departures, and meals will be provided in the retreat registration forms.

Behavior & Safety Guidelines

  • Expectations for conduct, emergency procedures, and safety considerations are outlined in retreat-specific materials.

Photography & Media Release

  • Permission for photos or videos used for marketing will be included in retreat registration forms.

Force Majeure / Exceptional Circumstances

  • Details regarding cancellations due to weather, natural events, pandemics, or other events beyond our control will be included in retreat-specific paperwork.

Note: Retreat-specific details are not included on the website to allow flexibility. All participants will review and sign the full retreat packet before the event.

4. General Notes / Evergreen Website Policies

  • Booking any workshop or retreat constitutes agreement to these policies.

  • Your personal information is handled according to our [Privacy Policy].

  • Retreat-specific deposits, refunds, lodging, meals, and waivers will be outlined in signed event paperwork.

Acknowledgment & Agreement
By registering for a workshop or retreat, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these policies.

Chicken Librarian, LLC
Doing Business As: The Farmstead by Chicken Librarian

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