Cabin

The Cabin and surrounding leased one acre of land is for the use of TFC alumni/ae, and their immediate families and guests only.

The cabin is shared subject to a “Use Agreement” with the late Robert Proudman who built the first and smaller frame building in 1974. In 1999, the Trail Crew Alumni Association (TFC) was incorporated as a New Hampshire Not For Profit Corporation. Proudman’s lease with the landowner was conveyed to the TFC in perpetuity in return for his life tenancy in the little cabin.

The TCA board "Shelburne Committee" currently manages the cabin. Others are encouraged to participate in the stewardship of the cabin. Read the latest Cabin Report: TCA 2018 Cabin maintenance plan.

Donations, yearly dues, and lifetime memberships will enable us to continue improvements!

Cabin Use

Please help the Trail Crew Association manage cabin use by completing the TCA Shelburne Cabin Users' Agreement each calendar year. Once you complete the form, you'll be emailed a copy and will be directed to the registration/payment area. If you've already completed the Users' Agreement for the current calendar year, you can skip to the Registration & Payment page in the TCA Shop.

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Agreement*
- I am at least 18 years old and understand that this agreement is between the Trail Crew Association and the named user regarding use and occupancy of the Shelburne Cabin / property.
Eligible Users*
- I undertand that eligible users of this property are ONLY: AMC Professional Trail Crew - current Trail Crew and all Trail Crew Alumni, and their guests.
Minors*
Will you be responsible for guests that are minors (less than 18 years old) during cabin stays over the next calendar year?

List of Minors*

Please list the name and age of each minor guest that you'll be responsible for during your cabin stay(s). You can use the plus symbol (in a circle) to add new rows.

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Conditions of Use*
Please read over the conditions of use:
- Pay a nightly User Fee.
- Accept the cabin as is, and to keep the area clean and free from trash/litter.
- Respectful and safe behavior towards all other cabin users.
- To park vehicles in designated areas.
- To inform TCA and pay for or repair any damage you or your guests cause to the cabin or premises.
- To follow all applicable TCA policies, rules and guidelines.
- To follow all local, state, and federal laws, regulations and policies.
- No underage drinking or use of illegal drugs allowed.
- I have read, understand, and agree to all of the conditions of use of Shelburne cabin and premises.
Trail Crew Association Sexual Harassment Policy*
Please read through the full sexual harassment policy.
Policy
Sexual harassment is defined by the TCA as unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature. Behaviors constitute sexual harassment when this conduct explicitly or implicitly creates an intimidating, hostile, or offensive environment while on TCA property.

The term "sexual harassment" may be used to describe a wide range of behaviors. It includes, but is not limited to, the following: generalized sexist remarks or behaviors; requests for sexual favors; sexual advances, whether sanction free, linked to reward, or accompanied by threat of retaliation; the use of authority to emphasize the sexuality or sexual identity of another TCA property user in a manner which prevents or impairs that user's full enjoyment of use of TCA property.

Reporting Harassment
If you believe that you have experienced or witnessed sexual harassment or other discriminatory harassment while on TCA property, you are strongly encouraged to report the incident immediately to TCA Board members. You may contact TCA board members with any questions or concerns:
- Rachel Wheeler, TCA Board President, (317) 730-0207, [email protected]
After being informed by the Shelburne Manager or otherwise of a report of a violation of any rule applicable to the Shelburne Cabin, the Board of the TCA will take whatever action, if any, it deems appropriate, which may include promptly investigating all reports of misconduct as discretely and confidentially as practicable. Responses for violations may include, but not be limited to, individual(s) not being welcome at TCA property for a prescribed period of time and/or reporting the violation to law enforcement officers.
- I have read, understand, and agree to the TCA Sexual Harassment Policy.
Wagner Waiver and Release Agreement*
Please read through the full Wagner Waiver and Release Agreement.
I understand and acknowledge that I have been invited by the Trail Crew Association (TCA, Lessee), who leases the TCA Shelburne Cabin (Premises), under a Lease with Wagner Forest Management, Ltd. (Lessor), to enter onto said Premises and to undertake activities on those Premises and, potentially, on other lands owned by the Lessor which may be open to public recreational use.

In consideration for my being permitted to enter onto the Premises, and use the same and other lands of Lessor, including but not limited to other lands over which I have passed to access the Premises, I agree to the following Waiver and Release.

I acknowledge use of the Premises and Lessor’s lands will have inherent risks, hazards, and dangers for me that cannot be eliminated, particularly in a remote area. I understand that these risks, hazards, and dangers may result in damage, injury or even death.

I further acknowledge that these risks, hazards, and dangers include, but are not limited to, the following:
- These lands include natural and managed forest areas, streams and other water bodies, and rugged terrain that may be dangerous.
- I may encounter wildlife, including insects, that may be dangerous.
- Weather conditions may be unpredictable, adverse, and dangerous.
- Because these lands are remote, assistance or medical attention may not be readily available if I have an emergency of any kind. I further acknowledge that cell phones may not have coverage in such remote areas.
- I may encounter land managers or their contractors working on other lands of Lessor, including but not limited to timber harvesting and road work, and I further acknowledge that such work areas may be dangerous.
- I may encounter other people recreating on Lessor’s lands, including Lessees, guests, or members of the public. Some may possess and use vehicles, firearms, or other dangerous equipment.
- Recreational activities may require good physical conditioning, specialized skills, specialized knowledge, appropriate training, and/or safety equipment.
My entry onto and use of the Premises and lands of Lessor, are strictly voluntary. I am electing to enter onto and use the same in spite of the risks. I take full and personal responsibility for understanding the nature of any activity I undertake, and for planning for my own safety.

I hereby assume and accept any and all risks associated with my entry onto the Premises and lands of Lessor, and my use of the same.

Furthermore, for myself, my heirs, successors, personal representatives, executors, and subrogates, I hereby knowingly and intentionally waive and release, indemnify and hold harmless Lessee, Lessor, and Wagner Forest Management, Ltd. (including their officers, employees, and agents) from and against any and all claims, actions, demands, liabilities, suits, expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) which are related to, arise out of, or are in any way connected with my entry onto the Premises or Lessor’s other lands, including, but not limited to, negligence of any kind or nature, whether foreseen or unforeseen, arising directly or indirectly out of any damage, loss, injury, or death to me or my property as a result of my entry onto these lands or using the same. I, for myself, my heirs, successors, personal representatives, executors, and subrogates further agree not to sue Lessee, Lessor, or Wagner Forest Management, Ltd. as a result of any damage, injury or death suffered in connection with my such entry and use.
- I have carefully read, clearly understand, and agree to the Wagner Waiver and Release Agreement.
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Cabin Fundraising Initiatives

1950s Crews Challenge - This past fall, new stoves for the Shelburne Cabin were funded to honor the memory of Douglas W. Rankin, 1949-53, TM 1952 & 53 and all deceased alumni of the AMC White Mountain Professional Trail Crew. Funds for the stoves replacement were provided by the following four members of Doug Rankin’s crews, as underlined in the photo of the 1953 Trail Crew:

David (Stretch) Hayes 19521955 (TM)
Dobie Jenkins 1952-1955 & 1960
Josef Orosz 1951-1954 (TM)
Bob Watts 1952-1955 and Member of the Trail Crew Association Board

$4,250 in donated funds have been restricted for fire-safety improvements. One of three old stoves has already been removed from the site. Bruce Davis is planning and designing modern thermostatically controlled stoves, and code compliant shielding, and installations. Mason and former Board member Marc Lacroix has already mocked-up and tested masonry and -steel improvements to the fireplace with Bruce.

Bob Watts challenges:

“We need everyone’s support and dedication to aid current and future crews and to maintain our Cabin, which has become a major facet of life on current-day crews. As we begin our Second Century of service, we hope alumni/ae from other decades will accept this as a challenge to get behind the Shelburne Cabin upgrade and restoration project – we hope each decade of alumni will try to beat the gift level of our very small and ancient 50’s cohort– YOU CAN DO IT!”

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