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PLEASE NOTE: Order fulfillment for TroutLake.org is provided by The Simple Living Network. Charges to your credit card will appear as "The Simple Living Network."
www.TroutLake.org is owned and operated by The Simple Living Network, a small, home-based cottage business in the Cascade mountain village of Trout Lake, Washington. Our main web site, The Simple Living Network, is a central location on the Internet for those who want to simplify their life, escape the rat race, learn to do more with less, and discover "enough." The Simple Living Network offers a wide variety additional resources and free services, including a bi-monthly Newsletter, Discussion Forums, OnLine Study Groups, SimpleRadio programs, and much more. We invite you to stop in for a visit!
Order Policy For www.TroutLake.org
(d.b.a. The Simple Living Network)
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+ Our Guarantee...
Every item you purchase from The Simple Living Network is fully guaranteed. If you are not completely satisfied with any item for any reason, Contact Us WITHIN 30 DAYS OF SHIPMENT for a replacement, credit or refund.*
It's that simple!
* Please Note: We cannot offer refunds after 30 days of shipment. In addition, soiled or washed clothing, PDF E-Books and Participation Fees for On-Line Study Groups (once a session has started) are not refundable. Please see "Return Policy" for more information.
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+ Credit Card Security...
We use a secure on-line ordering system. Your credit card number is encrypted during transmission. We regularly destroy all credit card records.
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+ Ordering & Payment Options...
Complete, step-by-step instructions for on-line orders are provided as you move through the ordering process.
- Order On-Line: We accept VISA, MasterCard and American Express through our web site. Your Credit Card Number will be encrypted for safety.
- Order via Telephone: We accept VISA, MasterCard, American Express, Personal Check, Money Order or Institutional Purchase Orders via telephone. Click here for phone numbers and business hours.
All payment must be in U.S. Funds drawn on a U.S. Bank.
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+ When Will Your Order Be Shipped...?
We ship orders on Monday and Thursday afternoons. Orders placed on other days will be shipped on the following Monday or Thursday. If Monday or Thursday is a Post Office holiday, we ship on the next following Post Office business day. (Subject to product availability, see "Backorders" for more information.)
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+ United States Shipping & Handling...
Depending upon the contents and weight of your package you may be able to choose between the following shipping methods:
- Priority Mail: 2-3 Business Day* Delivery
From Date Of Shipping.**
Fast, Most Expensive, No Content Restrictions.
We can ship anything using this method.
- Media Mail: 5-10 Business Day* Delivery
From Date Of Shipping.**
Slower, Least Expensive, Content Restrictions Apply.
We can ONLY ship books, workbooks, pamphlets, audios, cd's, dvd's, videos, posters or stickers using this method. If you choose this method and your order contains items not meeting the above criteria (e.g., clothing) your order will automatically be shipped and billed at the Parcel Post rate.
* A "Business Day" is Monday through Friday. A "Business Day" does not include Saturday, Sunday or National Holidays.
** PLEASE NOTE: The number of days it takes an order to arrive at its destination may vary depending upon what day of the week you placed your order (see "When Will My Order Be Shipped?"), product availability (see "Backorders") and how long it takes us to assemble and process your order. "Delivery From Date Of Shipping" reflects the time it takes for a package to travel from our warehouse to you. To determine how long it will take for your package to arrive you must consider the day of the week you placed your order, product availability and travel time:
(Day of the Week) + (Product Availability)
+ (Travel Time) = Total Delivery Time
U.S. Shipping & Handling Rate Examples
These prices reflect the substantial May 2007 USPS rate increase.
| Weight Up To... |
1# |
2# |
3# |
4# |
5# and up |
| Priority Mail * |
$6.50 |
$8.00 |
$10.00 |
$12.00 |
+ $2.00 / lb. |
| Media Mail |
$4.50 |
$5.00 |
$6.00 |
$6.50 |
+$0.50 / lb |
Orders over 20 pounds will be quoted individually.
* Please Note: In some cases, especially for larger orders shipped via Priority Mail, we may actually charge you less than the amount quoted on your order receipt if we are able to ship your order in a U.S. Postal Service Flat Rate box.
Our shipping and handling charges are based on the weight of your order and the cost of the packing materials. In short, the more your package weighs and the more material we must use to package it, the more your shipping and handling charges will be.
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+ International Shipping & Handling...
All International Orders are shipped via U.S. Postal Service International Air Mail:
- Canada
1-2 Weeks Delivery From Date Of Shipping Depending Upon Destination**
- Mexico
1-3 Weeks Delivery From Date Of Shipping Depending Upon Destination**
- All Other Countries
1-4 Weeks Delivery From Date Of Shipping Depending Upon Destination**
* Please Note: In some cases, especially for larger orders shipped via Priority Mail International, we may actually charge you less than the amount quoted on your order receipt if we are able to ship your order in a U.S. Postal Service Flat Rate box.
The Simple Living Network shall not be responsible for duty that may be imposed on import shipments. The customer is responsible for determining all duty, tariffs or restrictions for import of the products they purchase. In the event that your countries customs agency denies your shipment, we cannot refund shipping charges. We can only offer a refund on refused products if they are returned to us in resalable condition.
** PLEASE NOTE: The number of days it takes an order to arrive at its destination may vary depending upon what day of the week you placed your order (see "When Will My Order Be Shipped?"), product availability (see "Backorders") and how long it takes us to assemble and process your order. "Delivery From Date Of Shipping" reflects the time it takes for a package to travel from our warehouse to you. To determine how long it will take for your package to arrive you must consider the day of the week you placed your order, product availability and travel time:
(Day of the Week) + (Product Availability)
+ (Travel Time) = Total Delivery Time
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+ Backorders (Product Availability)...
We strive to keep all items in-stock. However, due to high demand, some products may occasionally be on backorder.
A Backorder Notice will appear if any item you order is temporarily out of stock.
In most cases, backordered items are available within a few weeks.
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+ Return Policy...
We take extra care to make sure your order arrives safely. When you receive your order, please check the contents right away. In the rare event that an item is damaged, please:
- Do not refuse or discard the shipment or shipping container.
- Please Contact Us immediately for further instructions.
- Do not return the damaged product to us, unless we instruct you to do so.
- You will receive a prompt refund or replacement, your choice.
If you find that you wish to return a product for any other reason, we are happy to make an exchange, issue credit toward future purchases or provide a refund. However...
RETURNS MUST BE AUTHORIZED IN ADVANCE,
WITHIN 30 DAYS AFTER YOU RECEIVE YOUR ORDER,
AND ACCOMPANIED BY A RETURN AUTHORIZATION NUMBER.
Please Contact Us for Return Authorization.
Unauthorized returns will be returned to you "postage due" and are not available for exchange, credit or refund. We apologize, but we cannot refund shipping charges. Return shipping and insurance is your responsibility. All items must be returned in their original shipping containers and accompanied by original documentation (invoices and packing slips) and a Return Authorization Number.
Please Note: Soiled clothing, PDF E-Books and Participation Fees for On-Line Study Groups (once a session has started) are not refundable.
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+ Washington State Sales Tax...
For orders shipped to addresses in the state of Washington, we must add 7% sales tax to the total of your order.
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Privacy Policy For www.TroutLake.org
(d.b.a. The Simple Living Network)
Our Promise To You...
We will never rent, lend, sell or otherwise distribute your e-mail address, street address or phone number to anyone.
If you Join Our E-Mail List, we will never send you more than one mailing per month providing a synopsis of the latest additions to our web site. If at any time you no longer wish to receive our e-mail notices, simply click the (Un)Subscribe link in at the bottom of any page.
We will never send you any promotional mailings via the postal service. We have a strong commitment to reducing the production of junk mail and the environmental impact it causes.
We will never call you with a telemarketing solicitation.
Legal Notices For www.TroutLake.org
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+ Copyrights & Trademarks...
"The Web Of Simplicity," "SimpleRadio," "CyberAngels" and the "Tools For Restorative Living" earth logo are Trademarks of The Simple Living Network.
The source code, text, graphics and photographs in all documents displayed on The Simple Living Network web sites are protected under International and Pan-American Copyright and Trademark Conventions and owned by The Simple Living Network, Inc. and/or the associated authors, publishers, manufacturers and organizations represented.
Of course, we welcome links from your web page to ours. Customers of The Simple Living Network may download, view, and print one copy of any web page for personal use when considering a product or service.
Under all other circumstances, no part of the publications contained herein may be reproduced, stored in retrieval systems, or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without prior permission of The Simple Living Network, Inc. and/or the associated author, publisher, organization or manufacturer.
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+ Reprint Permission...
If you would like permission to reprint an article from our free, on-line Newsletter, you will probably need to contact the author of the article. The Simple Living Network is not the copyright holder for most of the articles reprinted in our Newsletter. Rather, we have secured permission to reprint, as you must do.
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+ Products & Services...
The information displayed on The Simple Living Network web sites is for reference only. Although we take care to screen all products and services listed, we cannot take responsibility for claims made. Other individuals, organizations or businesses are responsible for the content, products and services on their web pages.
The Simple Living Network does not give specific financial advice.
The Simple Living Network does not give medical advice. We recommend that you consult with a health care provider prior to taking any nutritional supplements, herbs, other preparations, discontinuing any medication or changing your diet.
The pricing and availability of items in our catalog are subject to change without notice.
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+ Downloading Files...
The Simple Living Network will not be liable for any damage or loss suffered by any person relating to or resulting from the use or download of audio or video programs (MP3, Windows Media, PodCasts, etc.), documents (PDF, doc, xls, etc.), etc. on this web site and The Simple Living Network accepts no liability for infection by virus or other contamination or by anything that has destructive properties. You may not copy, reproduce, alter, republish, broadcast, make available to the public or otherwise use the any downloads except for your personal, non-commercial use.
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+ Links To Other Web Sites...
The Simple Living Network may provide, or third parties may provide links to other web sites or resources. Because The Simple Living Network has no control over such sites and resources, you acknowledge and agree that The Simple Living Network is not responsible for the availability of such external sites or resources, and does not endorse and is not responsible or liable for any content, advertising, products or other materials on or available from such sites or resources. You further acknowledge and agree that The Simple Living Network, its employees or volunteers 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 content, goods or services available on or through any such site or resource.
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If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to Contact Us.