Article 1<\/strong><\/p>\n The members, by their membership, automatically declare themselves in agreement with the Club Rules. They participate voluntarily in the activities of the association.<\/p>\n \n Article 2<\/strong><\/p>\n The membership fee includes administrative costs and participation in ordinary activities.<\/p>\n An additional fee may be charged for certain activities.<\/p>\n The membership fee is indivisible and non-refundable.<\/p>\n \n Article 3<\/strong><\/p>\n The minimum annual membership fee is determined by the general meeting of the association and announced via the normal ordinary communication channels.<\/p>\n Failure to pay the membership fee automatically results in dismissal from the club.<\/p>\n \n Article 4<\/strong><\/p>\n Any membership must be submitted to and approved by the Club Committee.<\/p>\n \n Article 5<\/strong><\/p>\n The minimum age for membership is 12 years. Minor members (-18 years) can only be admitted with written permission of the parents, guardian or holder of parental authority and under their full responsibility.<\/p>\n \n Article 6<\/strong><\/p>\n Each participant is assumed to be medically fit, to participate in the activities<\/p>\n with equipment in good condition and to have good insurance against third parties.<\/p>\n \n Article 7<\/strong><\/p>\n Participants are expected to strictly observe the road code and follow the instructions of the Ride Captains at all times. Also with regard to the speed to be applied.<\/p>\n \n Article 8<\/strong><\/p>\n On joint rides and outings, each member shall provide and to wear it.<\/p>\n \n Article 9<\/strong><\/p>\n The board strongly urges everyone, on all rides, to wear a helmet. Apart from the extra protection, the insurance will not cover any compensation in case of head injury if it appears that shows that it was not worn.<\/p>\n \n Article 10<\/strong><\/p>\n During joint outings, each member behaves with respect for the other participants, road users, third parties and nature.<\/p>\n \n Article 11<\/strong><\/p>\n Non-club members ride along at their own risk. They may only join at the back of the group.<\/p>\n It is the job of the road captain to ensure that non-club members ride at the back of the group and not between the club members. This is for the club members’ own safety.<\/p>\n \n Article 12<\/strong><\/p>\n WTC De Hoek or its Committee bears no responsibility and can never be held<\/p>\n be held liable for any fault committed by any of its members, or for any accident<\/p>\n any accident, error or activity. Club members or third parties can never hold the association or the Committee responsible.<\/p>\n \n Article 13<\/strong><\/p>\n In case of non-compliance with the rules and regulations, the Committe can impose sanctions, up to a possible expulsion from the club.<\/p>\n<\/div>