SMARTER Family Membership Code of Conduct and Ethics while visiting Board Camp Crystal Mine. (THE FOLLOWING IS SHORT AND SWEET!)
A note from Orville & Cheryl: Hello! Thank you for reading through the text on our website, and we trust you understand that, although participation in SMARTER is, organizationally speaking, a “membership” by definition, we have included the word “Family”, because that’s how we would rather approach our relationships and interactions with our Friends, here at Board Camp Crystal Mine! We have stated all along, the “Crystals” bring people together! After spending great times with the great people who have visited here over the years, we have considered our visitors as close as “friends and family” not just “customers”! So… with SMARTER, please join us in the Spirit of “Family”! Accepting each other as “family” includes being the best we can be, while understanding that we are not perfect people. And while we might experience, on occasion, what we feel is negative vibes from someone else at times, let’s remember to practice open positive communication with a sincere quest for the best interest of everyone, upholding the Good of the Earth, and seeking to understand, not just to be understood… and to forgive, whenever possible! So… with ALL THIS SAID…
… when we think of “conduct” and “ethics”, it reminds us of what we learned in Kindergarten! We already KNOW this stuff! Lol! But, there’s always room for practice, reminding ourselves that, sometimes, our Actions speak louder than Words! When we “send out a message in word or deed” it might not always be “received” as we intended, because everyone has a different IDEA or INTERPRETATION of what another person’s message is, by the time it’s delivered! We appreciate your reading the following, and by joining the SMARTER Family, you consent that you have read and agree with the following. THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH for your KINDNESS & UNDERSTANDING! Here we go:
- PERSONAL: BE NICE and PLAY NICELY WITH OTHERS! Please remember the “Golden Rule” in Word and Deed… what we learned in Kindergarten! ALL are WELCOME who LOVE our Earth! Here at Board Camp Crystal Mine, we will focus on growing to be the best we can be, while giving others the grace to grow and be the best they can be!
- COMMUNITY: We don’t EVER anticipate ANYONE disrespecting this venue or us! We’ve NEVER had a questionable experience with anyone with whom we couldn’t sit and talk reasonably. Obviously, there need to be checks and balances, and a system of implementing the curfews and boundaries. As most of us know, and others will experience, Board Camp Crystal Mine is Home to some very special energy… energy that is interactive… positive and healing. This piece of our Earth is a very special place! And we LOVE to SHARE it with YOU! We EXPECT to continue to build a strong sense of community rooted deeply in respect, love and kindness towards others. And as we sow the Good Seeds of Love, the Earth will continue to grow and produce a bountiful harvest!
- LEGAL FORMALITIES: LEGAL STUFF is a requirement of business culture. All Members will be required to read and agree with the “rules”, as before, and sign waivers, as required. As you can imagine, ANY behavior that in management’s opinion, would be considered disruptive or illegal, would need to be addressed swiftly and appropriately, but such a scenario would be a scene out of a “scary movie”, not a scene at Board Camp Crystal Mine!
- POSITIVE OUTCOME: Our collective goal is a POSITIVE OUTCOME in all we do to benefit our Earth! This is what SMARTER is all about, and why you’ve elected to join the SMARTER Family Membership! We’ve always said, “Crystals are best when they’re shared.” We, as humans, depend on each other and our Earth depends on us! Working together, we are the Caretakers and Guardians to ensure that our Earth, starting right here at Board Camp Crystal Mine, continues to produce the BEST energized Crystals, and other beautiful gifts, because those gifts will not be exploited here. We are the Researchers and Students, continuing to share our knowledge with each other, to learn and grow for the Good of All. Through your Membership, your gifting in Love to this cause, as realized in volunteer opportunities available financially, physically, mentally and spiritually, will ensure that the Earth and its Crystals will be nurtured year in and year out, and where future generations will visit to enjoy a bountiful harvest!
Again and always… THANK YOU, THANK YOU for becoming a part of the SMARTER Family Membership!
