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Wears Valley Forge – The Blacksmith Experience
Effective Date: 3/1/2026

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Wears Valley Forge (“Company,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting it through this Privacy Policy.

This Policy describes how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website or book a blacksmith experience with us.

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1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

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A. Personal Information

When you:

• Book an experience

• Fill out a contact form

• Subscribe to email updates

• Call or message us

We may collect:

• Name

• Email address

• Phone number

• Billing information

• Participant details (if required for booking)

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B. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may collect:

• IP address

• Browser type

• Device information

• Pages visited

• Cookies and tracking data

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2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Process bookings and payments

• Confirm reservations

• Send important updates about your appointment

• Respond to inquiries

• Improve website performance

• Send promotional emails (only if you opt-in)

We do not sell your personal information.

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3. Payment Processing

All payments are processed through secure third-party payment processors (such as Wix Payments, Stripe, or other secure providers). We do not store full credit card information on our servers.

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4. Cookies & Tracking

Our website may use cookies and analytics tools to:

• Improve site functionality

• Understand visitor behavior

• Optimize marketing campaigns

You can disable cookies through your browser settings.

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5. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information. However, no online transmission is 100% secure. By using this website, you acknowledge this inherent risk.

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6. Children’s Privacy

Our experiences may involve minors; however, bookings must be made by a parent or legal guardian for participants under 18.

We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under 13.

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Legal Disclaimer

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Assumption of Risk

Blacksmithing and knife forging involve inherent risks, including but not limited to:

• Exposure to heat and open flame

• Use of sharp tools

• Physical exertion

• Metalworking equipment

By booking and participating in an experience with Wears Valley Forge, participants acknowledge and voluntarily assume all associated risks.

All participants will be required to sign a liability waiver prior to participation.

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No Professional Advice

The information provided on this website is for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional, legal, or safety advice.

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Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Wears Valley Forge shall not be liable for:

• Any direct or indirect damages

• Injuries sustained during participation

• Loss of property

• Website technical issues

Participation is voluntary and at your own risk.

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Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including:

• Logo

• Branding

• Images

• Text

• Videos

Is the property of Wears Valley Forge and may not be copied or reproduced without written permission.

 

External Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites.

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Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

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Contact Information

Wears Valley Forge
The Blacksmith Experience
449 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Phone: (865) 416-5617
Email: info@wearsvalleyforge.com

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