Privacy Policy

Black Bear Shooting Club | Black Bear Shooting Complex

Effective Date: April 2025

At Black Bear Shooting Complex and Black Bear Shooting Club, we are committed to protecting the privacy and security of our website visitors and club members. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard the personal information you provide through our website and membership processes.

Information We Collect

When you visit our website (www.blackbearsc.com), we may collect certain information automatically, such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, and pages visited. We may also collect personal information you voluntarily provide, such as:

Your name, email address, and contact details
Firearms qualifications and experience
Payment information for membership dues
Information related to your eligibility to possess firearms
Professional references, when applicable

Use of Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

To process your membership application for Black Bear Shooting Club
To process your registration for an event
To facilitate your access to Black Bear Shooting Complex
To communicate with you regarding club events, range updates, and announcements
To improve our website and enhance your user experience
To send you promotional materials about competitions, training opportunities, or merchandise (if you have opted-in)
To provide you with exclusive pre-registration for events like the Major Land Sniper Cup

We do not sell, trade, or rent personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. We utilize secure communications channels for all member information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by Black Bear Shooting Club. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of such third parties.

Information Security

As detailed in Section 13 of our Membership Policy:

13.1. BBSC collects and maintains member information exclusively for administrative and operational purposes.

13.2. Member information remains confidential and will not be disclosed to unauthorized third parties except as mandated by law or as necessary for operational requirements.

13.3. BBSC may utilize anonymized, aggregate data for strategic planning and operational assessment.

Children's Privacy

Our website and club membership are not intended for children under the age of 18 without parental supervision and authorization. We require parental consent before collecting any information from minors between the ages of 10-17, and do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 10 years of age.

Imagery and Documentation

As outlined in Section 9 of our Terms and Conditions:

9.1. Photography and video documentation at the Complex require prior authorization from BBSC executive leadership.

9.2. Member acknowledges that BBSC may document activities at the Complex for security, operational assessment, marketing, or other purposes.

9.3. Member grants BBSC permission to use their likeness in photographs, videos, or other media for promotional purposes without compensation.

Changes to This Policy

We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting the updated policy on our website. Members will be notified of significant policy modifications via secure electronic communications as outlined in Section 14 of our Membership Policy.

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal information, please contact us at:

Black Bear Shooting Club
2319 W James Anderson Hwy
Gladstone, VA 24553
BlackBearSC@proton.me
(804) 332-4881

By using our website or applying for membership, you consent to the practices outlined in this Privacy Policy.