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Terms & Conditions (T&C’s)

These Terms & Conditions apply to all participants of Te Māhuri. All participants (including parents/caregivers of participants under 16 years of age) must read, understand and agree to these Terms & Conditions.

I desire to participate in the Te Māhuri program and understand the following.

Purapura Whetu Trust (PW) & Adventure Specialties Trust (AST): Te Māhuri is a youth serving, community based organisation dedicated to providing a kaupapa Māori rangatahi adventure therapy programme.

Participation in the organisation’s programme is subject to the observance of the organisation’s rules and procedures. Any participant or staff member who violates these T&C’s are subject to disciplinary procedures, including removal/instant removal from the programme.

Code of Conduct

The activities below are strictly prohibited:

• Failure to follow organisation policy or procedure.
• Failure to cooperate with Kaimahi/Programme Coordinator.
• Discourtesy or rudeness, verbal, physical or visual harassment, abusive language or behaviour, bullying, and actual or threatened violence towards fellow participants, Kaimahi/Programme Coordinators or the general public.
• Conduct endangering the life, safety, health or wellbeing of others.
• Possession or use of alcohol or illegal drugs during programmes, or attending programmes while under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs.
• Bringing to Te Māhuri any dangerous or unauthorized materials such as explosives, firearms, weapons and other similar items.
• Recording any of the above on a camera, smartphone or other device.
• Deliberate or malicious damage caused to gear or property.

I agree to reimburse the cost of any deliberate or malicious damage caused to gear or property.

Attendance & Transportation

For parents/caregivers of participants:

I give permission for my child/young person to attend Te Māhuri and authorise PW & AST representative/s to:

• Collect & drop off my child/young person from their school.
• Transport my child/young person to and from scheduled activities.
• Ensure my child/young person is ready and waiting at the designated areas for pickup at the specified time.
• Accept withdrawal from the programme should my child/young person miss two consecutive sessions without notification.

Release of information

I give permission for representatives of PW & AST to consult with or request information of a personal nature from any person, Organisation or Agency.

I agree that my information will be added to PW & AST databases so that I can be informed of other activities being held by PW & AST.

Medical Consent

While recognising that PW & AST will be doing their best to ensure safety and manage the risks inherent in the activities I am participating in:

• I accept responsibility for my own actions and safety.
• I authorise PW & AST to administer “over-the-counter” medication as required and within the manufacturer’s guidelines.
• I acknowledge that in the event of an accident or illness, I authorise the obtaining of such medical assistance thought necessary by the staff of PW & AST and at my expense. This may include administration of adrenaline for suspected anaphylactic shock.

Photography & Video

• I understand and consent to representatives of PW & AST capturing photographs and videos that I may be included in during the programme.
• I consent to PW & AST sharing this content for promotional purposes and with stakeholders for funding and data collection.
• I am aware that PW & AST will respect my privacy and will not share my personal details on public forums.

Complaints

If you have a grievance with our staff, safety or the delivery of this programme please contact juanita@pw.maori.nz who will advise you of the complaints process.

Agreement

• I have read, understand and agree to Te Māhuri’s Terms & Conditions.
• I agree to abide by the rules and regulations set by PW & AST and understand that I may be removed from the programme should I violate any of these rules.

[Last updated 18.11.20]

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Note: AST have spare clothing / equipment, so bring what you can and we can provide the rest.

Practice Haerenga (1 night)

Clothing:
Towel
Underclothes (2 changes)
Socks (2 pairs – woollen/thermal)
Shorts (1pair)
Thermal bottoms (1)
Waterproof over trousers (1)
Fleece pants (1 optional)
T-shirts (1)
Thermal/merino top (2)
Jersey or Polar fleece (1)
Raincoat or jacket (with hood)
Warm beanie
Woollen Mittens/Gloves
Tramping boots, or sturdy shoes for walking in  (sandshoes/sports shoes)

Equipment:
Toilet Gear
Drink bottle
Sunglasses and sunhat
Insect Repellent
Unbreakable cup, bowl, plate, knife, fork and spoon
Sleeping bag
Sleeping mat
Torch
Backpack  (60-80 litres)

Extended Haerenga (4 nights)

Clothing:
Towel
Underclothes (for 5 days)
Socks (2 pairs – woollen/thermal)
Shorts (1pair)
Thermal bottoms (1)
Waterproof over trousers (1)
Fleece pants (1 optional)
T-shirts
Thermal/merino top (2)
Jersey or Polar fleece (1)
Raincoat or jacket (with hood)
Warm beanie
Woollen Mittens/Gloves
Tramping boots, or sturdy shoes for walking in (sandshoes/sports shoes)
Camping clothing
Pants / Trousers for around campground
Hoodie
Warm Jacket / Fleece

Equipment:
Toilet Gear
Drink bottle
Sunglasses and sunhat
Insect Repellent
Unbreakable cup, bowl, plate, knife, fork and spoon
Sleeping bag
Sleeping mat
Torch
Backpack  (60-80 litres)
Day Pack

[Last updated 18.11.20]