Liability Release
- The activities with this equipment can cause damage to property or accidental injury to participants. I agree to accept and assume all of the risks associated with the intended activity and use of rental equipment for myself, and anyone who uses items that I borrow.
- I agree to hold The Grand Rapids Parks and Recreation Department, its agents, and employees harmless for all bodily injury, property damage, or other fees incurred in claims that are connected with the use of this equipment.
- I agree to use the equipment only according to its proper function. I understand that the Gear Library staff are more than willing to show me the proper function of equipment.
Membership Conditions
We use a 3 strike system to determine if a membership needs to be revoked or modified. Severe misuse of equipment or policies can still result in a loss of membership at any time.
- Membership must be started by an adult (18 years or older). Parents and Guardians can authorize individuals who are older than 16 to borrow non camping gear and have their own account.
- Loss of membership may occur if the member, or anyone authorized to borrow in their name, misuses equipment, disrespects staff, or does not follow policies. This includes, but is not limited to: Lost or stolen gear, severely damaged items, late returns with no notice, & missing individual appointment times
- Thrive Outside GR is partially funded by GR tax dollars. At this time, non-Grand Rapids residents are welcome to utilize this service. Please note that this policy is being reviewed and may change.
Camping Equipment
- Camping equipment is not available on a walk in basis
- Camping items can be borrowed only after the completion of a camping workshop with thrive staff
- Camping reservations must be Made a minimum of two weeks in advance
Item Limits
- Base level members are limited to 10 apparel items and 10 non apparel items checked out at any given time. No more than 3 of these items can be yard games.
- Camping members can check out a maximum of 20 apparel items, and 20 non-apparel items at a single time
Loan Length
- Unless staff permission is given, items can be checked out for one week at a time
Reservations
- If you do not arrive on the day of your reservation, items will be held for a maximum of one additional day
Cleaning Items
- You may be asked to clean certain items before returning them to the gear library. You will be given a current care guideline sheet when you checkout items
Returning Items
- If you cannot return your items on time please contact us immediately so we can work with you. Day of cancellations may still result in a strike on your account
Damaged Items
- Wear and tear happens. Each occurrence is different, and we will do our best to understand the situation and be fair. Damage that could have been simply avoided may result in a strike on your account.
