Terms and Conditions of Use
Effective Date: August 1, 2026
Acceptance of Terms
Welcome to ScoutingATL.org, the official website of the Atlanta Area Council, Scouting America.
By accessing or using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions of Use ("Terms"). If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use this website.
We may revise these Terms at any time by posting an updated version on this page. Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of any changes.
Purpose of the Website
ScoutingATL.org provides information regarding:
- Scouting programs
- Membership
- Events
- Camping
- Training
- Fundraising
- Volunteer opportunities
- Online registrations
- Donations
- Council news and communications
The information on this website is provided for informational purposes and to support the mission of the Atlanta Area Council.
Appropriate Use
You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes.
You may not:
- Violate any federal, state, or local laws.
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the website or its servers.
- Upload malicious software, viruses, or harmful code.
- Interfere with website functionality or security.
- Use automated software, bots, crawlers, or scraping tools to collect website content without written permission.
- Impersonate another person or organization.
- Submit false registration or payment information.
- Use this website in any manner that could damage, disable, or impair its operation.
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access for users who violate these Terms.
User Accounts
Certain portions of the website may require registration.
Users are responsible for:
- Maintaining accurate account information
- Protecting login credentials
- All activity occurring under their account
The Atlanta Area Council reserves the right to suspend or terminate accounts containing false or misleading information.
Registrations and Payments
The website may allow users to register for events, camps, programs, training, and membership.
All registrations and payments are subject to:
- Program availability
- Published deadlines
- Council policies
- Refund and cancellation policies applicable to each event
The Atlanta Area Council reserves the right to correct pricing errors or cancel registrations resulting from technical or administrative errors.
Donations
Online donations made through ScoutingATL.org support the mission and programs of the Atlanta Area Council.
All donations are subject to applicable charitable giving regulations.
Unless otherwise specified, donations are considered voluntary charitable contributions and are generally non-refundable.
Intellectual Property
All content appearing on ScoutingATL.org—including text, graphics, photographs, videos, logos, icons, publications, page designs, downloadable resources, and other materials—is protected by applicable copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws.
Scouting America trademarks, emblems, rank insignia, logos, and related brand assets remain the property of Scouting America.
The Atlanta Area Council owns or licenses the original content published on this website.
Website content may be viewed or downloaded for personal, educational, and non-commercial use only.
No content may be copied, reproduced, modified, distributed, or used commercially without prior written permission.
Requests to Use Content
Requests to reproduce photographs, publications, graphics, logos, or other website content should be directed to:
Atlanta Area Council Marketing & Communications
or
Scouting America Legal Department, when required for national trademarks or protected materials.
Privacy
Your use of this website is also governed by the ScoutingATL.org Privacy Policy, which explains how personal information is collected, used, and protected.
Third-Party Services
This website may link to or integrate with third-party services, including:
- YouTube
- Google Maps
- Social media platforms
- Online payment processors
- Event registration systems
- Email marketing providers
The Atlanta Area Council is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites.
Website Availability
While we strive to keep ScoutingATL.org available at all times, we do not guarantee uninterrupted access.
We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any portion of the website without notice.
Disclaimer
The information provided on this website is offered in good faith and is believed to be accurate at the time of publication.
Programs, fees, schedules, facilities, and policies may change without notice.
The Atlanta Area Council makes no guarantees regarding the completeness or accuracy of all information published on the website.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Atlanta Area Council, Scouting America, its employees, volunteers, officers, directors, service providers, and partners shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising from your use of this website.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Atlanta Area Council, Scouting America, its officers, directors, employees, volunteers, and service providers from claims arising from your violation of these Terms or misuse of the website.
Copyright Infringement
If you believe copyrighted material appearing on this website infringes your rights, please provide written notice including:
- Identification of the copyrighted work
- Identification of the allegedly infringing material
- Your contact information
- A statement of good-faith belief
- A statement made under penalty of perjury that your claim is accurate
Notices may be sent to:
Scouting America Legal Department
1325 West Walnut Hill Lane
Irving, TX 75038
Email: BSA.Legal@scouting.org
Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of Georgia, without regard to conflict of law principles.
Contact Information
Atlanta Area Council, Scouting America
1800 Circle 75 Parkway SE
Atlanta, Georgia 30339
Phone: (770) 989-8820
Website: https://www.ScoutingATL.org