Last Updated: February 13, 2026
Welcome to Backyard Montana (“Company,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of https://backyardmontana.com
(the “Site”).
By accessing or using this Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Site.
Nature of the Website
Backyard Montana is a personal blog featuring outdoor recreation content, hiking information, travel experiences, photography, and related resources.
All content is provided for informational and entertainment purposes only.
Assumption of Risk & Outdoor Activity Disclaimer
Outdoor recreation, hiking, camping, and travel involve inherent risks, including but not limited to:
- Weather changes
- Wildlife encounters
- Trail deterioration
- Navigation errors
- Physical injury
- Property damage
- Illness or death
Trail conditions, access, maps, and directions may change at any time and may become inaccurate.
By using this Site and choosing to participate in any activity described herein, you acknowledge and agree that:
- You are solely responsible for your own safety and decision-making.
- You assume all risks associated with any activity you undertake.
- You will use your own judgment and verify conditions through primary sources.
- You are responsible for determining your own physical fitness for any activity.
Backyard Montana does not provide professional, medical, safety, or survival advice.
You agree to release, indemnify, and hold harmless Backyard Montana and its owner from any claims, injuries, damages, or losses arising from your use of the Site or participation in any activity referenced on the Site.
Accuracy of Information
We strive for accuracy but make no warranties regarding:
- Completeness
- Reliability
- Current trail conditions
- Map accuracy
- Directions
- Product descriptions
- Pricing (if applicable)
Content may contain typographical errors or omissions.
Information on this Site should not be relied upon as the sole basis for decisions.
Use of the Site is at your own risk.
Affiliate Disclosure
This Site may contain affiliate links. This means we may earn a small commission if you click a link and make a purchase, at no additional cost to you.
Affiliate relationships do not influence our opinions. All recommendations reflect personal experience or editorial discretion.
We are not responsible for the content, policies, or actions of third-party websites linked from this Site.
Intellectual Property
All content on this Site — including text, photographs, graphics, logos, and design — is the property of Backyard Montana unless otherwise noted and is protected by copyright and intellectual property laws.
You may:
- View content for personal, non-commercial use.
You may not:
- Copy, reproduce, republish, distribute, or modify content without prior written permission.
- Use photographs for commercial or editorial purposes without express consent.
- Unauthorized use may violate copyright laws.
Third-Party Links
This Site may contain links to third-party websites. These links are provided for convenience only.
We do not control and are not responsible for:
- Third-party content
- Policies
- Accuracy
- Security practices
Accessing third-party sites is at your own risk.
User Conduct
You agree not to:
- Use the Site for unlawful purposes
- Attempt to interfere with the Site’s operation
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Site
- Post or transmit harmful or malicious content
We reserve the right to restrict or terminate access at our discretion.
Disclaimer of Warranties
This Site and all content are provided “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” without warranties of any kind, express or implied.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, including:
- Merchantability
- Fitness for a particular purpose
- Non-infringement
- Accuracy
- Reliability
Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Backyard Montana shall not be liable for any:
- Direct
- Indirect
- Incidental
- Consequential
- Special
- Punitive damages
Arising from:
- Use of the Site
- Reliance on content
- Participation in any activity described
- Third-party services
Your sole remedy for dissatisfaction with the Site is to discontinue use.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Backyard Montana from any claims, liabilities, damages, or expenses (including attorney’s fees) arising from:
- Your use of the Site
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your participation in any activity referenced on the Site
Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the State of Montana, without regard to conflict of law principles.
Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Montana.
Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms at any time. Updates will be reflected by the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page.
Continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of any changes.
Contact
If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us through the Contact page.