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Accessibility Statement

Drinking Horn Meadery takes inclusion and accessibility seriously, from our ADA friendly Mead Hall location to our ADA friendly website!  Here is some information about the steps we take to make sure we are accessible to everyone.

Drinking Horn Meadery is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for all users, including people with disabilities. We strive to provide a website experience that is perceivable, operable, understandable, and robust for everyone.

Measures to Support Accessibility

  • Our website follows WCAG 2.2 AAA standards, including features such as proper headings, landmarks, alt text for images, keyboard navigability, and clear link descriptions.

  • We use semantic HTML, ARIA attributes, and other accessibility techniques to support assistive technologies like screen readers.

  • Interactive elements, such as buttons, sliders, and forms, are designed to be fully navigable using a keyboard.

  • Images, videos, and other media include descriptive alternative text wherever possible.

  • Links that open in new tabs/windows include accessible labels to notify users.

Ongoing Efforts

  • We continually review and update our website to maintain accessibility standards.

  • We test with multiple accessibility tools and real-world devices, including screen readers, magnifiers, and keyboard-only navigation.

  • New features or content are designed with accessibility in mind.

Compatibility with Browsers and Assistive Technology

The Drinking Horn Meadery website is designed to be compatible with modern web browsers and commonly used assistive technologies, including:

  • Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge, and Safari

  • Screen readers such as NVDA, JAWS, and VoiceOver

  • Keyboard-only navigation and other accessibility tools

The website may not be fully compatible with:

  • Browsers older than the latest 3 major versions

  • Mobile operating systems released more than 5 years ago

We recommend using updated browsers and assistive technology for the best accessibility experience.

Technical Specifications

The accessibility of the Drinking Horn Meadery website relies on the following standard web technologies:

  • HTML – for structure and semantic markup

  • WAI-ARIA – to provide accessibility information for assistive technologies

  • CSS – for visual styling while maintaining readability

  • JavaScript – for dynamic content and interactive features

These technologies are used to ensure conformance with WCAG 2.2 AAA standards, and to provide a functional and accessible experience across compatible browsers and assistive tools.

Limitations and Exceptions

While we strive for full accessibility, some dynamic content (e.g., sliders, embedded reviews) may be generated by third-party plugins and may not fully meet every accessibility requirement. We are actively working to ensure these elements provide a fully accessible experience.

Despite our best efforts to ensure the accessibility of the Drinking Horn Meadery website, there may still be some limitations. Below is a description of known limitations and potential solutions. Please contact us if you encounter an issue not listed below.

Known limitations for the Drinking Horn Meadery website:

  • User-submitted content: Comments or uploaded images may not always include text alternatives, as we cannot fully control user contributions. We monitor user content and typically address accessibility issues within 10 business days. If you encounter a problem, please use the website’s “report issue” button or contact us directly.

  • Archived documents: Older documents may not work optimally with current assistive technologies, as they may use outdated formats. We can convert documents to accessible formats upon request, usually within 3 business days. For support, please contact info@drinkinghornmeadery.com.

Feedback

We welcome feedback regarding accessibility on our website. If you encounter any difficulties accessing content or using our services, please contact us:

We will respond to accessibility inquiries promptly and work to resolve issues as quickly as possible.

Assessment Approach

Drinking Horn Meadery assessed the accessibility of our website using the following approaches:

  • External evaluation – Independent accessibility audits were performed by professional auditors to ensure compliance with WCAG 2.2 AAA standards.

  • Evaluation report – A detailed evaluation report of the Drinking Horn Meadery website is available upon request.

Evaluation Statement

An official evaluation statement regarding the accessibility of the Drinking Horn Meadery website is available upon request, or you can view our VPAT below. This statement documents the website’s accessibility features and ongoing compliance efforts.

Formal Approval of This Accessibility Statement

This Accessibility Statement has been formally approved by:

Drinking Horn Meadery
Braden Anderson – Webmaster

Formal Complaints

We take accessibility feedback seriously. Our commitment includes:

  • Responding to accessibility inquiries or complaints within 5 business days.

  • Proposing a solution or resolution within 10 business days.

If you are not satisfied with our response, you are entitled to escalate your complaint to the appropriate national accessibility authority.

Accessibility Conformance Report (VPAT®)

Name of Product/Website: Drinking Horn Meadery Website
Version: Current Production Version (September 2025)
Report Date: September 10, 2025
Contact: braden@highdesertdigitaldesign.com (Webmaster)
Evaluation Methods Used: Manual WCAG 2.2 AAA audit, automated scans (WAVE, axe, Lighthouse, GetWCAG, ), assistive technology testing (NVDA, VoiceOver).

Table: WCAG 2.2 Conformance

Standard/Guideline: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2
Conformance Level: AAA (Full Conformance)

WCAG 2.2 Success Criterion

Level

Conformance

Remarks/Explanation

1.1.1 Non-text Content

A

Supports

All images, icons, and decorative graphics have appropriate alt text or null alt.

1.2.1 Audio-only and Video-only (Prerecorded)

A

Supports

No audio-only/video-only content present.

1.2.2 Captions (Prerecorded)

A

Supports

No prerecorded video requiring captions.

1.2.3 Audio Description or Media Alternative (Prerecorded)

A

Supports

No multimedia requiring audio description.

1.2.4 Captions (Live)

AA

Supports

No live multimedia requiring captions.

1.2.5 Audio Description (Prerecorded)

AA

Supports

N/A, no prerecorded video.

1.2.6 Sign Language (Prerecorded)

AAA

Supports

N/A, no prerecorded video.

1.2.7 Extended Audio Description (Prerecorded)

AAA

Supports

N/A, no prerecorded video.

1.2.8 Media Alternative (Prerecorded)

AAA

Supports

N/A.

1.2.9 Audio-only (Live)

AAA

Supports

N/A.

1.3.1 Info and Relationships

A

Supports

Proper heading hierarchy, landmark roles, ARIA associations applied.

1.3.2 Meaningful Sequence

A

Supports

Logical reading/DOM order maintained.

1.3.3 Sensory Characteristics

A

Supports

Instructions do not rely solely on sensory cues.

1.3.4 Orientation

AA

Supports

Layout adapts to portrait/landscape.

1.3.5 Identify Input Purpose

AA

Supports

All inputs have programmatically determinable purposes.

1.3.6 Identify Purpose

AAA

Supports

Regions, links, and components clearly identified.

1.4.1 Use of Color

A

Supports

Color is not the only means of conveying information.

1.4.2 Audio Control

A

Supports

No autoplay audio.

1.4.3 Contrast (Minimum)

AA

Supports

Text contrast ratio ≥ 4.5:1.

1.4.4 Resize Text

AA

Supports

Content reflows at 200% zoom.

1.4.5 Images of Text

AA

Supports

No images of text used except logos.

1.4.6 Contrast (Enhanced)

AAA

Supports

All text contrast ratio ≥ 7:1.

1.4.7 Low or No Background Audio

AAA

Supports

N/A, no background audio.

1.4.8 Visual Presentation

AAA

Supports

Users can customize text spacing/contrast.

1.4.9 Images of Text (No Exception)

AAA

Supports

No images of text.

2.1.1 Keyboard

A

Supports

All functionality available via keyboard.

2.1.2 No Keyboard Trap

A

Supports

Focus moves freely.

2.1.3 Keyboard (No Exception)

AAA

Supports

All features are keyboard operable.

2.2.1 Timing Adjustable

A

Supports

No time limits.

2.2.2 Pause, Stop, Hide

A

Supports

No auto-updating/moving content requiring pause.

2.2.3 No Timing

AAA

Supports

No time-based interaction.

2.2.4 Interruptions

AAA

Supports

No interruptions that disrupt user.

2.2.5 Re-authenticating

AAA

Supports

N/A, site does not require login session.

2.2.6 Timeouts

AAA

Supports

No session timeouts.

2.3.1 Three Flashes or Below Threshold

A

Supports

No flashing content.

2.3.2 Three Flashes

AAA

Supports

No flashing content.

2.3.3 Animation from Interactions

AAA

Supports

Animations can be disabled.

2.4.1 Bypass Blocks

A

Supports

“Skip to content” links and landmarks included.

2.4.2 Page Titled

A

Supports

All pages have descriptive titles.

2.4.3 Focus Order

A

Supports

Logical tab/focus order.

2.4.4 Link Purpose (In Context)

A

Supports

Links have descriptive text.

2.4.5 Multiple Ways

AA

Supports

Navigation, search, and sitemap provided.

2.4.6 Headings and Labels

AA

Supports

Headings/labels describe purpose.

2.4.7 Focus Visible

AA

Supports

Clear visible focus indicators.

2.4.8 Location

AAA

Supports

Breadcrumb navigation provided.

2.4.9 Link Purpose (Link Only)

AAA

Supports

Link text alone is descriptive.

2.4.10 Section Headings

AAA

Supports

Proper section headings used.

2.5.1 Pointer Gestures

A

Supports

No complex gestures required.

2.5.2 Pointer Cancellation

A

Supports

Click/tap actions cancellable.

2.5.3 Label in Name

A

Supports

Accessible names match visible labels.

2.5.4 Motion Actuation

A

Supports

No motion-based inputs.

2.5.5 Target Size (Enhanced)

AAA

Supports

Interactive targets ≥ 44x44px.

2.5.6 Concurrent Input Mechanisms

AAA

Supports

Supports mouse, touch, keyboard, AT.

3.1.1 Language of Page

A

Supports

Declared lang=”en”.

3.1.2 Language of Parts

AA

Supports

Foreign phrases identified with lang attribute.

3.1.3 Unusual Words

AAA

Supports

Unusual terms explained in context.

3.1.4 Abbreviations

AAA

Supports

Abbreviations expanded on first use.

3.1.5 Reading Level

AAA

Supports

Content written at ≤ lower secondary reading level.

3.1.6 Pronunciation

AAA

Supports

Pronunciations provided where needed.

3.2.1 On Focus

A

Supports

No unexpected context changes.

3.2.2 On Input

A

Supports

No unexpected changes on input.

3.2.3 Consistent Navigation

AA

Supports

Navigation consistent across pages.

3.2.4 Consistent Identification

AA

Supports

Components identified consistently.

3.2.5 Change on Request

AAA

Supports

User-initiated changes only.

3.3.1 Error Identification

A

Supports

Form errors identified programmatically.

3.3.2 Labels or Instructions

A

Supports

Clear labels/instructions.

3.3.3 Error Suggestion

AA

Supports

Helpful error suggestions provided.

3.3.4 Error Prevention (Legal, Financial, Data)

AA

Supports

Confirmations provided before submission.

3.3.5 Help

AAA

Supports

Help available where needed.

3.3.6 Error Prevention (All)

AAA

Supports

Users can review/confirm before submission.

4.1.1 Parsing

A

Supports

Valid HTML; no parsing errors.

4.1.2 Name, Role, Value

A

Supports

All interactive elements expose roles/states.

4.1.3 Status Messages

AA

Supports

Status updates conveyed via ARIA live regions.

4.1.4 Control of Assistive Technology (New in 2.2)

A

Supports

Site does not block AT control.

4.1.5 Text Spacing (New in 2.2)

AA

Supports

Supports user-defined text spacing.

4.1.6 Dragging Movements (New in 2.2)

AA

Supports

No dragging required.

4.1.7 Target Size (Minimum) (New in 2.2)

AA

Supports

Interactive targets meet minimum size.

4.1.8 Accessible Authentication (New in 2.2)

AA

Supports

No authentication required.

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