Safety Tips

'Shed WITH US Safely AT THE GORGE

Saftey & Rules

YOUR SAFETY AND SECURITY IS MOST IMPORTANT TO THE GORGE AND WATERSHED FESTIVAL.
BY ENTERING THE CAMPGROUNDS/FESTIVAL PROPERTY, YOU AGREE AND ADHERE TO THE FOLLOWING:

Violation of any campground rules or policies will lead to eviction, fines, or possible incarceration under applicable state criminal laws, and/or Grant County ordinances prohibiting disturbing the peace or creating a public nuisance.

The Gorge reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to change, modify, add or remove portions of these Safety & Rules.

PROHIBITED:

  • Drones (UAV’s) are strictly prohibited from being used anywhere on Gorge property including but not limited to the campground, parking lot and amphitheater. Drones will be confiscated that violate this rule.
  • Fans 17 years of age and younger are required to be accompanied at all times by a parent or supervising adult age 21 for the entire duration of their campground stay.
  • NO firearms or weapons of any kind – on your person or in your vehicle.
  • NO illegal drugs or drug paraphernalia
  • NO gases (including but not limited to: Nitrous oxide and/or CO2 cartridges)
  • NO fireworks
  • NO camp/open fires
  • NO Animals – Services Animals Allowed (ADA / ACCESSIBILITY page for more info)
  • NO large parties. NO exterior speaker systems (Sound systems are limited to USB-powered/personal portable speakers. NO amplified sound systems allowed. The Gorge reserves the right to remove sound systems that do not follow these guidelines, and repeat offenders of noise complaints are subject to removal from the campground.)
  • NO kegs or binge drinking devices
  • NO Medical or recreational marijuana on private property.
  • Unauthorized vending of food or merchandise, including alcohol, is prohibited under WA State Law
  • Obey all posted “No Trespassing” signs
  • Underage use or possession of alcohol
  • Any unofficial artist merchandise
  • Any unofficial Venue/Gorge/Watershed Festival merchandise

CAMPGROUND ETIQUETTE

PLEASE RESPECT THOSE AROUND YOU, AS WELL AS YOURSELF.
  • Quiet time is strictly enforced from 2:00am – 8:00am.
  • All persons must be present at the time of check-in.
  • You must possess a festival pass to be in the campground.
  • All campers must be packed and vacated from the campground at 12PM unless otherwise stated on your departure date – located on your camping ticket.
  • Please take care of your valuables. The Gorge/Watershed is NOT responsible for any lost or stolen items.

CODE OF CONDUCT

THE FOLLOWING ACTIONS MAY RESULT IN A WARNING AND/OR EJECTION FROM THE CAMPGROUND:
  • Failing to cooperate/comply with campground security
  • Irresponsible use of alcohol. Drink responsibly
  • Public nudity or lewd behavior
  • Accessing restricted areas without proper passes
  • Taunting, bullying, abusive/disruptive language, and/or obscene gestures
  • Moving an RV or vehicle to another location after placement by crew member
  • Parking or extending any part of RV or tent into fire lanes or outside designated/marked area
  • Violating the tent and RV camping power grid policies
  • Littering
  • You are welcome to visit friends in Standard. Please note that you will not be permitted access to the Big Rig, Terrace and/or Premier camping areas without those particular camping passes. Additionally ONLY Oasis campers are allowed access to the Oasis Campground and must show credentials upon entry (and re-entry).
THE FOLLOWING ACTIONS WILL RESULT IN IMMEDIATE EJECTION: REFUNDS WILL NOT BE ISSUED.
  • Using the restroom anywhere other than approved restrooms/porta-potties
  • Fighting or engaging in any action that may harm, endanger, threaten or bring discomfort to anyone
  • Public lewd behavior
  • Possession/use of illegal substances
  • Damage, destruction, vandalism or theft of any property
  • Drones (UAV’s) are strictly prohibited from being used anywhere on Gorge property including but not limited to the campground, parking lot and amphitheater. Drones will be confiscated that violate this rule.
ANY PERSON WHO FAILS TO ADHERE TO THE SAFETY AND RULES MAY BE EVICTED AT THE SOLE DISCRETION OF MANAGEMENT.
 

INSIDE THE VENUE

The Gorge does not allow firearms or weapons of any description on our property. This includes our venue and campgrounds.

When coming through our gates, please plan on security using metal detectors and/or a physical pat-down for our search procedures. All bags are subject to inspection. If you have a medical reason for not wanting to be searched via metal detectors, please ask to speak with a supervisor or one of our medical personnel and they will give you an alternative to our metal detectors. More information can be found here https://www.livenation.com/venueguidelines/

The Gorge has trained paramedics to assist with any medical issues. First aid is located in the lower plaza, above The Gorge Grill, but any staff member with a radio can dispatch First Aid to the location needed. Local law enforcement officers are also on-site for every event and can assist if needed or requested. Venue management works closely with all appropriate emergency agencies and services to ensure that we are up to date on any dangerous weather or potential crowd-related issues. In the event of a weather emergency- we will communicate with guests that are inside and outside of the facility.

First Aid Locations:

  • Pivot (center of Standard, Premier, Family Campgrounds)
  • Lower plaza inside the venue – above The Gorge Grill, but any staff member with a radio can dispatch First Aid to the location needed.

Please visit our FAQ Page here for What is Allowed Inside the Venue and What is Not for Watershed Weekend.

CAMPING SAFETY

Generators: When utilizing a generator, please be considerate of your neighbors and operate your generator safely. Remember to read your owner’s manual, and always double check that both your carbon monoxide and fire detectors are functioning properly before you camp!

Your generator should be outdoors, far from any structure and properly grounded. When operating your generator, plug equipment directly into the generator, and DO NOT plug the generator into a wall outlet. Between uses, give your generator time to cool off before refueling. Please “pipe up” internal generators reducing noise and diverting exhaust fumes above the RV and away from your neighbor’s camping area. For free-standing generators, a “muffle box” can reduce noise and direct exhaust away from fellow campers. All generators are the sole responsibility of their owners. Carbon monoxide detectors and fire detectors save lives. Don’t forget to pack one for your campsite and ensure they are working properly before you head to the campground!

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