Regulation 1: Laws
Club sponsored activities shall conform at all times to federal, state, and local laws.

Regulation 2: Conduct
Members will avoid and refrain from riled/exasperated disputes, altercations, and discussion that may lead toward controversy.  This includes personal problems, politics, and other sensitive topics. No trash talking any other clubs or members of the VW community. At any meet ups, shows, cruises, outings, etc – please refrain from any activity which would give the club a bad reputation or potentially put people in harm’s way.

Do not do burn outs or donuts, and always drive at a safe speed and distance.  No side-show activity!

As a member, we are all expected to help our club mates in times of distress. At any meet ups, shows, cruises, outings, etc If another member has broken down or is otherwise having problems, each is expected to lend a helping hand, including tools and gas. As always, safety should be first.

Regulation 3: Intoxication and controlled substances
W. Maine VW Club promotes safety. Please refrain from doing drugs or drinking to excess while at any club events.  We don’t want to contribute to any impaired drivers.  If we have any meet ups at a location that serves alcohol, we ask that you drink responsibly. Any unruly, intoxicated, chemically impaired person may be asked to leave. Anyone intoxicated, chemically impaired and / or unable to drive will either surrender their keys to a sober driver, or will take a cab. Use of illegal and / or controlled substances during a club meeting, event, or function may result in immediate loss of Club Membership.

Regulation 4: Family and Guests
All members are encouraged to bring their family, children, and / or friends to club meetings and events. However, members are responsible for their conduct and behavior and that of their guests, families and friends and are liable for any damages incurred.

Regulation 5: Individual Responsibility
Members agree to fully hold harmless the Club, its officers, directors, volunteers, agents, and other members in the event of any claim or lawsuit on the act or omission of such member.

Regulation 6: Loss and Liability
The Club assumes no responsibility or liability for loss or damage to personal property, or injury to any person who participates in club sponsored activities and functions. All members and guests participate at their own risk.

Regulation 7: Driving Speed
Cruises will run at no more than the posted speed limit.  In fact, most will run below speed limit.  While it’s fun to drive fast, it’s more fun to see the smile on people faces.

Regulation 8: Respect & Harassment
The Club understands that not all members will be friends or necessarily “like” each other. However, the Club expects members to show basic respect to others at all times. Regardless of personal feelings towards the other member. Harassment against a member of the Club will not allowed, either online or in person.  Basic common courtesy required. Also, please use good judgement to respect other people’s different values.

Regulation 9: Internal Disputes
The Club employs the policy of ‘take it to the source’. Any disputes and issue with a person or club, should be discussed with them directly. Only after doing this can the affected party seek help from a member of the Board of Directors. Any deviation of the policy is unacceptable under any circumstance. Violation of this policy may result in revocation of Club membership.

Section 10: Have Fun
We are here to have fun, therefore have plenty of wholesome fun!