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Haunted Hidden Hollows Privacy Policy

Operated by Paul Bunyan Land LLC

Effective Date: August 16, 2026 · Last Updated: August 21, 2026

Information We Collect

When you apply to join the Scream Team for Haunted Hidden Hollows, we collect the following information:

  • First and last name
  • Phone number (for SMS notifications)
  • Email address
  • Age confirmation (must be 14 years or older)
  • Position preferences
  • Availability information
  • Communication preferences

If you are scheduled and become an active Scream Team Member, we also collect and maintain:

  • Shift assignments
  • Attendance records
  • Cancellations and no-shows
  • Payment information

How We Use Your Information

We use the information you provide exclusively to:

  • Operate the Haunted Hidden Hollows Scream Team scheduling process
  • Send you notifications about your application status
  • Notify you of shift assignments and schedule changes
  • Coordinate work schedules and communications
  • Process payments for work performed

We do not use your information for unrelated marketing or promotional purposes. Your data is used solely for managing the Scream Team scheduling and operations.

SMS Text Messaging & Consent

How We Collect SMS Consent

When applying for a position with Haunted Hidden Hollows Scream Team through our online job application at https://screamteam.paulbunyanland.com/apply, applicants will:

  1. Enter their mobile phone number in the "Phone Number" field
  2. See a clearly labeled checkbox next to the text:
    "I agree to receive text messages from Haunted Hidden Hollows / Paul Bunyan Land LLC about my schedule (about once a week during the season, plus occasional off-season messages). Message and data rates may apply. Reply STOP to opt out, HELP for help at any time. Consent isn't required to participate — choose 'Email' above if you'd rather not receive texts. See our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy."
  3. The checkbox is unchecked by default — you must actively check this box to opt-in to SMS messages
  4. By submitting the application form with the checkbox checked, you confirm your consent to receive SMS messages from Haunted Hidden Hollows

Important: Consent to receive text messages is not a condition of being scheduled or participating as a Scream Team Member. You can choose not to opt-in, and you will not be penalized for this choice.

Text Message Details

Message Frequency: Approximately one text message per week during the active season (late September through early November), plus occasional off-season messages about future application periods. Additional messages may be sent for time-sensitive scheduling changes or emergencies.

Message Content: Text messages will contain information about:

  • Your application status and decision
  • Shift assignments and schedule updates
  • Last-minute cancellations or changes
  • Important operational announcements
  • Seasonal opportunities

Message Costs: Standard text messaging rates apply according to your mobile carrier's plan. Haunted Hidden Hollows does not charge additional fees for SMS notifications.

How to Opt-Out

You can discontinue text messages at any time by:

When you reply STOP, you will be removed from our SMS list. Opting out of text messages does not affect your ability to receive email communications or phone calls related to scheduling.

Get Help

If you have questions about our SMS program, text messages, or how your data is used:

Data Sharing & Security

Who Can Access Your Information

We share your information only with third-party service providers who help us operate the SMS and email systems necessary to send you notifications. These providers include:

  • SMS service provider (Twilio)
  • Email service provider

We do not sell, rent, trade, or share your phone number or personal information with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.

Data Protection

Haunted Hidden Hollows maintains reasonable administrative and technical measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

We retain personal information for approximately 13 months from the date of collection. This retention period allows us to:

  • Contact you about future seasonal opportunities
  • Maintain records of past scheduling and payment
  • Comply with legal and financial obligations

After 13 months, your personal information is deleted from our active database. You may request earlier deletion by contacting us at:

Children's Privacy

Haunted Hidden Hollows does not knowingly collect information from children under 13 years of age. All applicants must confirm they are at least 14 years old to participate in our program.

If we discover that we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, we will delete that information immediately. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately at privacy@paulbunyanland.com.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal information
  • Correct inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your information (subject to legal retention requirements)
  • Opt-out of SMS messages at any time by replying STOP
  • Withdraw consent for any communications

To exercise these rights, contact us at:

Questions or Concerns

If you have questions about this privacy policy, our SMS messaging practices, or how we use your information, please contact us:

Privacy Contact:

Paul Bunyan Land LLC
Attn: Privacy
17553 State Highway 18
Brainerd, MN 56401
Email: privacy@paulbunyanland.com
Phone: (218) 764-2524

Policy Changes

Haunted Hidden Hollows reserves the right to update this privacy policy at any time. We will notify users of material changes via email or through prominent notice on our website. Your continued use of our services after changes constitute your acceptance of the updated policy.

Last Updated: August 21, 2026