Privacy Policy
Effective date: January 30, 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how Prickly Pear Sportsmen’s Association (“PPSA,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and shares information when you visit our website or contact us.
Who We Are
PPSA is a nonprofit sportsmen’s association based in Helena. You can reach us at ppsamontana@gmail.com or by mail at P.O. Box 5025, Helena, MT 59604.
Information We Collect
About information you provide to us
- Contact forms and emails: If you use our contact form or email us, we collect the information you submit (such as name, email address, subject, and message), plus any information you choose to include.
- Membership-related inquiries: If you contact us about membership or events, we collect the information you provide so we can respond.
Information collected automatically
When you browse our website, we (and our service providers) may automatically collect:
- Device and usage data (e.g., IP address, browser type, pages visited, approximate location derived from IP, and timestamps)
- Cookies or similar technologies that help the site function and help us understand traffic patterns
How We Use Your Information
We use information we collect to:
- Respond to messages and requests
- Provide information about membership, range access, events, and other PPSA activities
- Maintain the security and performance of our website
- Understand how visitors use our site so we can improve it
Payments and Transactions
Our website is primarily informational. Membership applications are available through local retailers and membership is paid outside the website.
If we ever add online payments in the future, we will update this policy to describe what information is collected and which payment processor is used.
How We Share Information
We do not sell your personal information.
We may share information only in these limited situations:
- Service providers: With vendors who help operate the website (e.g., website hosting, spam filtering, analytics, or email services). They are permitted to use information only to provide services to us.
- Legal and safety reasons: If required by law, subpoena, or other legal process, or if necessary to protect the rights, property, or safety of PPSA, our members, visitors, or others.
- Business/organizational changes: If we reorganize or transition our website operations, information may be transferred as part of that change.
Cookies and Third-Party Links
- Cookies: You can usually control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect site functionality.
- Third-party links/embedded content: Our website may link to third-party sites (for example, social media pages). Those third parties have their own privacy practices, and this policy does not cover what they do.
Data Retention
We keep personal information only as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described above (for example, to respond to your request, maintain records, or meet legal obligations).
Security
We use reasonable administrative and technical measures to help protect information. No website or data transmission can be guaranteed 100% secure.
Children’s Privacy
Our website is not directed to children under 18, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. Only adult members should use this website.
Your Choices and Rights
Depending on where you live, you may have rights to:
- Request access to, correction of, or deletion of personal information we hold about you
- Ask questions about our privacy practices
To make a request, contact us using the information below.
Contact Us
For privacy questions or requests, contact:
Prickly Pear Sportsmen’s Association (PPSA)
Email: ppsa montana @ gmail.com (all one email)
Mail: P.O. Box 5025, Helena, MT 59604