Terms of Use

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing, browsing, or using the Mills AS website (the "Website"), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use ("Terms"). If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must not use this Website.

These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("User," "you," or "your") and Mills AS ("Company," "we," "us," or "our"), a company registered in Norway with its principal office at Sofienberggata 19, 0558 Oslo, Norway.

You must be at least 16 years of age to use this Website independently. If you are under 16, you may only use this Website with the involvement and consent of a parent or legal guardian. By using this Website, you represent and warrant that you meet the applicable age requirement.

Your continued use of the Website following any modifications to these Terms constitutes your acceptance of those changes. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically.

2. Description of Services

Mills AS operates an online educational platform focused on forest education, nature awareness, outdoor learning, and environmental education. Our services are designed for learners throughout Canada and include:

• Online educational programs covering forest ecosystems, tree awareness, seasonal changes, trail habits, and outdoor preparation
• Nature awareness courses focusing on observation skills, weather awareness, route planning, and trail etiquette
• Canada-focused forest learning covering regional landscapes, wildlife awareness, and conservation principles
• Forest observation skills training for studying trees, plants, tracks, sounds, and seasonal patterns
• Environmental responsibility education on low-impact outdoor habits, waste awareness, and wildlife distance
• Family forest learning pathways with nature activities, observation games, and seasonal learning
• Educational resources including articles, checklists, observation guides, and preparation materials

All programs and materials provided through this Website are for educational and informational purposes only. Mills AS does not provide medical advice, legal advice, survival training guarantees, outdoor safety guarantees, professional certification guarantees, employment guarantees, environmental result guarantees, or risk-free activity promises.

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of our services at any time without prior notice, although we will make reasonable efforts to inform enrolled participants of significant changes to active programs.

3. User Obligations

When using this Website and our educational services, you agree to the following obligations:

• Lawful use only: You will use the Website and its content solely for lawful purposes and in compliance with all applicable local, national, and international laws and regulations
• Accurate information: You will provide accurate, current, and complete information when submitting forms, enrolling in programs, or communicating with us
• No unauthorized access: You will not attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Website, its servers, databases, or any connected systems
• No scraping or data harvesting: You will not use automated tools, bots, scrapers, or similar technologies to extract, collect, or compile data from the Website without our written consent
• No impersonation: You will not impersonate any person or entity, or falsely state or misrepresent your affiliation with any person or entity
• No interference: You will not interfere with or disrupt the operation of the Website, including introducing viruses, malware, or other harmful code
• No commercial exploitation: You will not reproduce, distribute, sell, or commercially exploit any content from the Website without prior written authorization
• No illegal activity: You will not use the Website to facilitate or promote any illegal activity, harassment, discrimination, or harmful behaviour
• Respect for other users: You will not engage in conduct that restricts or inhibits other users from using or enjoying the Website

Violation of any of these obligations may result in immediate suspension or termination of your access to the Website and our services, at our sole discretion.

4. Intellectual Property

All content on this Website, including but not limited to text, graphics, images, photographs, illustrations, icons, logos, educational materials, program structures, course content, downloadable resources, checklists, observation guides, design elements, software, and the overall arrangement of the Website (collectively, "Content"), is the exclusive property of Mills AS or its content suppliers and is protected by Norwegian and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Website and its Content for your personal, non-commercial educational purposes only. This license does not include:

• Any resale or commercial use of the Website or its Content
• Any collection, compilation, or use of program listings, descriptions, or educational materials for commercial purposes
• Any derivative use of the Website or its Content
• Any downloading, copying, or sharing of Content for the benefit of third parties
• Any use of data mining, robots, or similar data gathering and extraction tools

The Mills AS name, logo, and all related names, logos, product and service names, designs, and slogans are trademarks of Mills AS. You must not use such marks without our prior written permission.

If you believe that any content on this Website infringes upon your intellectual property rights, please contact us at [email protected] with detailed information about the alleged infringement.

5. Disclaimers

The Website and all Content, services, and programs are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis, without warranties of any kind, whether express, implied, or statutory. To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Mills AS disclaims all warranties, including but not limited to:

• Implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement
• Warranties that the Website will be uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free
• Warranties regarding the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of any Content, information, or materials on the Website
• Warranties that any defects or errors will be corrected
• Warranties that the Website or the servers that make it available are free of viruses or other harmful components

All forest programs, nature awareness lessons, environmental learning materials, checklists, observation guides, and educational content are provided solely for educational and informational purposes. The educational materials on this Website do not guarantee safety, survival outcomes, weather protection, wildlife encounters, risk-free outdoor activity, health benefits, professional certification, employment outcomes, or environmental results.

Participants remain fully responsible for their own outdoor decisions, physical limitations, adherence to local rules and regulations, weather assessment, route selection, equipment choices, safety planning, environmental behaviour, and the practical application of educational materials.

Mills AS does not provide medical advice. If you have health concerns related to outdoor activities, please consult a qualified healthcare professional before participating in any physical outdoor activity.

6. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, in no event shall Mills AS, its directors, employees, partners, agents, suppliers, or affiliates be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including without limitation:

• Loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses
• Personal injury or property damage of any nature resulting from your access to or use of the Website or its Content
• Any unauthorized access to or use of our servers and/or any personal information stored therein
• Any interruption or cessation of transmission to or from the Website
• Any bugs, viruses, or similar that may be transmitted to or through the Website by third parties
• Any errors or omissions in any Content or for any loss or damage of any kind incurred as a result of using any Content posted, emailed, transmitted, or otherwise made available via the Website

In no event shall the total aggregate liability of Mills AS to you for all claims arising out of or related to the use of the Website or these Terms exceed the amount you have paid to Mills AS, if any, during the twelve (12) months preceding the event giving rise to the claim, or one hundred Norwegian kroner (NOK 100), whichever is greater.

The limitations and exclusions in this section apply to the maximum extent permitted by applicable Norwegian law. Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of certain damages, so certain limitations may not apply to you. In such cases, the liability of Mills AS shall be limited to the greatest extent permitted by law.

7. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Mills AS, its directors, officers, employees, agents, contractors, and affiliates from and against any and all claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, or debt and expenses (including but not limited to legal fees) arising from:

• Your use of and access to the Website
• Your violation of any provision of these Terms
• Your violation of any third-party right, including any intellectual property, property, or privacy right
• Any claim that your use of the Website caused damage to a third party
• Your misuse of any educational materials, resources, or program content provided through the Website
• Any outdoor activity you undertake based on information or education obtained through the Website

This defence and indemnification obligation will survive the termination of these Terms and your use of the Website.

8. Third-Party Links

The Website may contain links to third-party websites, resources, or services that are not owned or controlled by Mills AS. These links are provided for your convenience and informational purposes only.

Mills AS has no control over, and assumes no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, practices, accuracy, opinions, or views of any third-party websites or resources. You acknowledge and agree that Mills AS shall not be responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any damage or loss caused or alleged to be caused by or in connection with the use of or reliance on any such third-party content, goods, or services.

We strongly advise you to read the terms and conditions and privacy policies of any third-party websites that you visit. Your interactions with third-party websites are solely between you and the relevant third party.

9. Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection, use, and handling of personal data is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

By using this Website, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in the Privacy Policy. We encourage you to read the Privacy Policy carefully to understand our practices regarding your personal data.

Additional information about cookie usage can be found in our Cookie Policy.

10. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Kingdom of Norway, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

Mills AS is a Norwegian-registered company with its principal office at Sofienberggata 19, 0558 Oslo, Norway. Any legal proceedings arising out of or related to these Terms or your use of the Website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Oslo, Norway.

If you are a consumer resident in the European Economic Area (EEA), you may also have the right to bring proceedings in the courts of your country of residence. Nothing in these Terms affects your rights as a consumer to rely on mandatory provisions of the law of the country in which you reside.

11. Dispute Resolution

In the event of any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to these Terms or the breach, termination, enforcement, interpretation, or validity thereof, we encourage you to first attempt to resolve the matter informally by contacting us at [email protected].

We will make reasonable efforts to resolve any dispute within thirty (30) days of receiving your written notification. During this period, both parties agree to negotiate in good faith to reach a mutually acceptable resolution.

If the dispute cannot be resolved through informal negotiation within the 30-day period, either party may proceed with formal legal action in the courts of Oslo, Norway, as specified in Section 10.

For consumers resident in the EEA, you may also submit complaints through the European Commission's Online Dispute Resolution platform at https://ec.europa.eu/consumers/odr/. Norwegian consumers may also contact the Norwegian Consumer Council (Forbrukerradet) for assistance.

12. Termination

Mills AS reserves the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Website and our services, in whole or in part, at any time and for any reason, including but not limited to:

• Violation of any provision of these Terms
• Engaging in conduct that is harmful to other users, Mills AS, or third parties
• Use of the Website for unauthorized or illegal purposes
• Upon request by law enforcement or government agencies
• Extended periods of inactivity on enrolled programs
• Technical or security issues that require termination

Where reasonable and practical, we will provide you with notice before terminating your access. However, we reserve the right to terminate access immediately and without notice in cases of serious violations.

Upon termination, your right to use the Website and access educational materials will cease immediately. All provisions of these Terms which by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including but not limited to ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnification, and limitations of liability.

13. Changes to Terms

Mills AS reserves the right to modify or replace these Terms at any time. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page and, for material changes, display a prominent notice on the homepage of the Website.

We will provide a minimum of fourteen (14) days' advance notice before any material changes take effect. During this notice period, the previous version of the Terms remains in force.

If you do not agree with the revised Terms, you must stop using the Website before the effective date of the new Terms. Your continued use of the Website after the effective date of the revised Terms constitutes your acceptance of those changes.

We recommend that you review these Terms periodically to stay informed of any updates. Material changes will also be communicated through a banner notification on the Website homepage.

14. Outdoor Education Disclaimer

Mills AS provides forest education, nature awareness instruction, and environmental learning materials strictly for educational and informational purposes. Our educational services are not a substitute for professional outdoor training, safety certification, medical advice, or emergency preparedness.

Participants who choose to apply knowledge gained through our programs in real-world outdoor settings do so entirely at their own risk. Mills AS is not responsible for:

• Any personal injury, illness, or death resulting from outdoor activities
• Property damage or loss occurring during outdoor activities
• Encounters with wildlife, adverse weather conditions, or natural hazards
• Decisions made by participants regarding routes, equipment, timing, or location
• Non-compliance with local, provincial, or federal regulations regarding outdoor activities

For additional details, please review our Outdoor Education Disclaimer.

15. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable, or if modification is not possible, it shall be severed from these Terms. The invalidity or unenforceability of any provision shall not affect the validity or enforceability of the remaining provisions, which shall continue in full force and effect.

16. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with the Privacy Policy, Cookie Policy, and Outdoor Education Disclaimer, constitute the entire agreement between you and Mills AS regarding the use of this Website and supersede all prior agreements, understandings, negotiations, and discussions, whether oral or written, between the parties.

17. Waiver

The failure of Mills AS to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision. Any waiver of any provision of these Terms will be effective only if in writing and signed by an authorized representative of Mills AS.

18. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding these Terms of Use, please contact us: