Terms of use
Effective Date: June 01, 2026
Welcome to the website of Shellfish Growers of Virginia ("SGV," "we," "our," or "us"). By accessing or using this website ("Site"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with these Terms, please discontinue use of the Site.
Website Use
You agree to use this Site only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe upon the rights of others or restrict their use of the Site.
You may not:
- Violate any applicable law or regulation.
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Site or its systems.
- Introduce viruses, malware, or malicious code.
- Interfere with the operation or security of the Site.
- Use the Site to distribute unlawful, misleading, or harmful content.
All content on this Site, including text, graphics, logos, photographs, documents, videos, reports, and other materials, is owned by or licensed to SGV and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws.
No content may be copied, reproduced, distributed, modified, published, or used for commercial purposes without prior written permission.
Educational and Industry Information
Information provided on this Site is intended for general educational and informational purposes only.
While SGV strives to provide accurate and current information, we make no warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information presented.
Users should independently verify regulatory, licensing, permitting, environmental, and business-related information with appropriate agencies and professional advisors.
Information Submitted Through Forms
The Site may provide forms for membership inquiries, event registrations, contact requests, newsletter subscriptions, sponsorship opportunities, or other communications.
By submitting information through the Site, you:
- Represent that the information provided is accurate.
- Consent to the collection and use of information as described in our Privacy Policy.
- Understand that submission of a form does not guarantee membership, approval, participation, or services.
Future Online Transactions
The Site may offer memberships, sponsorships, event registrations, merchandise, donations, or other transactions in the future.
Such transactions may be subject to additional terms, conditions, pricing, refund policies, and procedures that will be presented at the time of purchase.
Third-Party Links
This Site may contain links to third-party websites. SGV is not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or availability of those websites.
Disclaimer of Warranties
This Site is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis.
SGV makes no warranties, express or implied, regarding the operation of the Site, the accuracy of information, or the availability of services.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, SGV shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages arising from use of this Site.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless SGV, its officers, directors, members, employees, volunteers, and affiliates from any claims arising from your use of the Site or violation of these Terms.
Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia. Any dispute arising from these Terms shall be resolved exclusively in the courts of Virginia.
Changes to Terms
SGV reserves the right to update these Terms at any time. Continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of those changes.
Contact
Shellfish Growers of Virginia
PO Box 2062
Poquoson, VA 23662
executivedirector@vashellfish.org
PO Box 2062
Poquoson, VA 23662
executivedirector@vashellfish.org
