Terms of Service

These Terms of Service govern your use of Caherlode and its services. By accessing and using our website, you agree to be bound by these terms and all applicable laws and regulations. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you are not permitted to use our service. We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time, and your continued use of the service constitutes your acceptance of any changes.

Acceptance of Terms

By visiting our website and using our services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service in their entirety. Your use of our website is conditioned upon your acceptance of these terms without modification. We provide information about scenic walking routes, countryside strolls, waymarked paths, and outdoor activities across Ireland for informational and planning purposes. You agree to use this information responsibly and in compliance with all applicable local, regional, and national laws and regulations governing outdoor activities and land access.

We may update these terms periodically to reflect changes in our services, legal requirements, or other factors. It is your responsibility to review these terms regularly. Your continued use of our website following any modifications constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms. If you disagree with any changes, you should cease using our services immediately.

User Obligations

As a user of our service, you agree to use the information provided solely for lawful purposes and in a way that does not infringe upon the rights of others or restrict their use and enjoyment. Prohibited behaviour includes harassing or causing distress or inconvenience to any person, obscene or offensive language, disrupting the normal flow of dialogue within our website, and attempting to gain unauthorized access to our systems.

You are responsible for ensuring that all walking routes, waymarked paths, and outdoor activities you undertake are suitable for your fitness level, experience, and physical condition. We recommend that you wear appropriate waterproof clothing, comfortable footwear, and carry necessary supplies when exploring scenic walking routes, particularly along the Wild Atlantic Way and coastal cliff edges. You assume all risks associated with outdoor activities, weather conditions, and terrain navigation using Ordnance Survey Ireland maps and other resources. We strongly advise checking weather forecasts and trail conditions before embarking on half-day walks or loop routes.

Intellectual Property Rights

All content included in our service, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, audio clips, digital downloads, and data compilations, is the property of our organization or its content suppliers and is protected by international copyright laws. This material includes information about scenic walking routes in Ireland, waymarked countryside strolls, dog-friendly walking trails near Dublin, Cork, and Galway, and guidance on using Ordnance Survey maps for navigation.

You are granted a limited license to access and use our website and its content for personal, non-commercial purposes only. You may not reproduce, distribute, transmit, display, or otherwise use any content without our prior written permission. You may not reverse engineer, decompile, or attempt to derive the source code, algorithms, or other proprietary information from our services. Any unauthorized use of our intellectual property is prohibited and may result in legal action.

Limitation of Liability

Our website and services are provided on an "as-is" and "as-available" basis without any warranties, express or implied. We do not warrant that our service will be uninterrupted, error-free, or completely secure. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, including implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement. We are not liable for any damages, losses, or expenses arising from your use of or inability to use our website or services.

We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of information about scenic walking routes, waymarked paths, the Wild Atlantic Way, or loop routes. Weather conditions, trail conditions, and terrain can change rapidly and unexpectedly. While we strive to provide accurate information about waterproof gear recommendations and Ordnance Survey map usage, we cannot be held responsible for any injuries, losses, or damages resulting from outdoor activities. Always verify current conditions independently before embarking on any walking route.

Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to our website and services at any time, without prior notice or liability, for any reason whatsoever. This includes, but is not limited to, violation of these Terms of Service, illegal activity, or behavior that we determine to be harmful or inappropriate. Termination may be immediate and may result in the forfeiture of any content, accounts, or benefits associated with your account.

Upon termination, your right to use our services ceases immediately. We will not be liable to you or any third party for any termination of your access to our website. If we terminate your access due to a violation of these terms, you remain responsible for any obligations incurred during your use of our service. We may update our Terms of Service at any time, and your continued use of our services following any modifications constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms.