Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 2/3/2026

Blue Heron Collective ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and respecting the trust you place in us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information when you visit our website, register for programs, participate in our offerings, or communicate with us.

Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including but not limited to:

Names of participants, parents, or caregivers
Email addresses, phone numbers, and mailing addresses
Emergency contact and medical information (when required for programs)
Registration, enrollment, and payment information
Communications sent to us via forms, email, or newsletters

We may also collect limited non-personal information automatically, such as browser type or general website usage data, to help us improve our website and services.

How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

Register and manage participation in programs and events
Communicate important updates, schedules, and program information
Provide newsletters, blogs, and community updates
Maintain safety, emergency preparedness, and program compliance
Improve our programs, services, and website
Meet legal, insurance, or reporting requirements

Information Sharing and Disclosure

Blue Heron Collective does not sell or rent personal information. We may share information only when necessary:

With staff, educators, or volunteers who need the information to operate programs
With trusted service providers (such as payment processors or registration platforms)
When required by law, regulation, or legal process
To protect the safety, rights, or property of participants, families, or the organization

All third parties are expected to maintain appropriate confidentiality and security standards.

Children’s Privacy

Protecting the privacy of children is especially important to us. When programs involve minors, we collect personal information only with the consent of a parent or legal guardian and use it solely for program-related purposes. We do not knowingly collect information from children through our website without parental consent.

Data Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure. While no system can be guaranteed to be 100% secure, we strive to use best practices to safeguard your information.

Cookies and Website Analytics

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to improve functionality and understand general website usage. You may adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies; however, some features of the website may not function properly as a result.

Your Choices and Rights

You may:

Request access to or correction of your personal information
Opt out of newsletters or non-essential communications
Request deletion of personal information, subject to legal or operational requirements

Requests can be made by contacting us using the information below.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. Blue Heron Collective is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies separately.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on our website with a revised effective date.

Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact:

Blue Heron Collective
Email: contact@blueheroncollectivellc.com

Website: www.blueheroncollectivellc.com

By using our website or participating in Blue Heron Collective programs, you acknowledge and agree to this Privacy Policy.