I have to require a $150 deposit to book trips because there is a lot that goes into a trip before hand.  Also, in case of a cancellation I may not be able to rebook that date.   If I am able to rebook your date, I will refund your deposit. 

I sometimes will have to cancel a trip due to weather.  If the wind is over 25 miles an hour, lightning in the area, storms, or temperatures below freezing.  I will offer a refund or a rebooked trip in those cases.