Camping Rules
All laws of Canada and the Province of Ontario apply to those attending this event.
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Please note that EVERYONE will be expected to abide by the Polywood Code of Conduct.
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No illegal substances or any firearms are allowed on site. Pyrotechnics of any kind are not permitted.
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Anyone putting the safety or well-being of others at risk, creating a hazard to the site, or creating a situation that could have a potentially hazardous outcome will be asked to leave the grounds.
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No sexually aggressive or inappropriate behavior will be tolerated.
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Be respectful of the gender expressions and stated preferred pronouns of other attendees.
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No underage drinking of alcohol is permitted. The legal drinking age in Ontario is 19.
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Parents are responsible for their children (under the age of 18) at all times. Parents who do not, in the opinion of the event organizers, exercise good parental care of their children will be asked to leave.
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It is not permitted to dig or create any additional fire pits or to scavenge fire wood from campground property. Wood is available for purchase. To do so, please speak to the event organizers. Due to Ontario regulations, firewood from outside the immediate vicinity is not permitted on-site.
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Pets are allowed on the site, but each must be registered with the property owners.
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Cameras are permitted on site, but you are not permitted to photograph anyone, including people in the background, without their prior consent. This includes group shots. Please be advised that offenders will have the video or photo(s) erased and may be asked to leave the event. This includes camera phones! Please be respectful of all event attendees.
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The video or audio recording of any Polywood content is strictly prohibited.
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Smoking is strictly forbidden in all buildings and workshop areas.
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Except at the discretion of the event staff, no electrically amplified musical instruments, radios, etc. may be used on the site.
Camping Checklist
SHELTER/SLEEPING for TENT CAMPING
[__] Air Mattress (and air pump), Ground Pad, or Cot
[__] Blankets, Pillows, Sleeping Bags
[__] Tents, Poles, Stakes, rubber mallet (optional)
[__] Ropes, Bungee Cords, and Tarps / Ground Sheets
SLEEPING for CABIN CAMPING
[__] Sheets, Blankets, Pillows
[__] Sleeping Bags
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PERSONAL CARE / TOILETTRIES
[__] Sunscreen
[__] Bug Spray / Repellent
[__] Towels, Wash Cloths
[__] Tooth Brush, Toothpaste, Comb / Hairbrush,
[__] Deodorant
[__] Prescription and/or Over-The-Counter Medication
COOKING / EATING
[__] Biodegradable Dish Soap
[__] Dish Cloths / Scrub Pad
[__] Wash Tub for Washing Dishes
[__] Camp Stove / Fuel / Matches
[__] Cooking Utensils / Spatula / Serving Spoons
[__] Pots / Pans
[__] Cutting board / Prep Knife
[__] Cups, Plates, Cutlery
[__] Paper Towels, Napkins, and/or Tissues
[__] Food and Beverages
[__] Ice Chests or cooler for food and beverages
[__] Folding Table(s)
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CLOTHING CONSIDERATIONS
[__] Cool summer clothing
[__] Warm clothing as nights may get cooler
[__] Rain Gear and Boots
[__] Sleepwear
[__] Hats / Sunglasses
[__] Jackets
OTHER
[__] Camp Chairs / Folding Chairs
[__] Trash Bags (you are required to take your trash and recycling home)
[__] Flashlights / Lanterns / Extra Batteries
[__] Small Broom and Dust Pan
[__] First Aid Kit
[__] Games: Cards / Other Board Games
[__] Pocket Knife / Multitool (optional but can be handy)
[__] Paper, Pencil/Pen
[__] Phone Charger
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