Harvestfest -- Festival Rules

special guests

Wendy Rule Every so often Melbourne throws up a singular talent, someone previously hidden amongst the well-established musical tribes, someone possessed of a unique vision. Wendy Rule, the vocalist, songwriter and visionary, is such and artist. Beat Magazine, Melbourne, Australia

Witch Doctor Utu and Prince Bamidele Bajowa of Nigera will also be joining us for a workshop and special Voodoo Ceremony.

things to remember

Indoor cabin space is limited so early registration is advisable.
Bring all-season clothing -- October weather is unpredictable.
Bring "stuff" to decorate this year's Corn King as we prepare him to go on his fiery journey.
If you just want to relax and not have to worry about making your own food, a full meal plan is available (see our registration page for details).

festival rules

Our staff does not wish to curtail your enjoyment. Please remember that these rules have been put in place for your safety, the safety of the festival site and for the general enjoyment of all. Those who do not respect the rules of the festival will be asked to leave!

Please Note: These rules are subject to change in accordance with the policies of our new festival site at the Mansfield Outdoor Centre.

Important: It is also vital that those attending the festival understand that no one is permitted on the festival grounds prior to 12:00 p.m. on opening day. The festival site will be hosting another event up until that time and anyone arriving prior to it will be turned away. Please make your travel arrangements accordingly.

the rules

	Please note that EVERYONE attending the festival will be expected to take all of their garbage and recyclables home with them as the local dump and recycling depot can not handle the volume we generate. Thank you for your consideration and understanding.
	All laws of Canada and the Province Of Ontario apply to those visiting the festival.
	It is not permitted to dig or create any additional fire pits or to collect any vegetation for fire wood. Please use the wood provided by the festival for cooking and camping purposes.
	Parents are responsible for their children at all times. Parents who do not, in the opinion of the festival organizers, exercise good parental care of their children will be asked to leave.
	No child under age 12 is permitted to be left unattended near any body of water on the site. Children may go to the beach, but must be supervised by an adult. If the swimming pool is open, anyone under 16 must be accompanied by a supervising adult who can swim.
	No sexually aggressive or inappropriate behavior will be tolerated on the site.
	You are not permitted to wander through the site at large while skyclad.
	Except at the discretion of the Festival Staff, no electrically amplified musical instruments are permitted to be used on the site.
	Video cameras are not permitted on site and will be confiscated. It is also against the festival rules to photograph anyone without their prior consent; this includes Rituals and group shots.
	There shall be no washing of any kind, including hair, bodies, clothing etc, in the River. There are showers and sinks provided for this purpose.
	All minors attending the festival MUST be accompanied by at least one parent or legal guardian.
	Anyone creating a hazard to the site or creating a situation that could have a potentially hazardous outcome will be asked to leave.
	Smoking is strictly forbidden in all cabins and in the dining hall. It is permitted to smoke elsewhere on the site provided you dispose of your cigarette butts in an environmentally friendly way. (Use the Butt Cans provided).
	Absolutely NO pets are permitted on the site. (Seeing eye dogs excepted). Please make arrangements with the local kennel if necessary.

Kyon Complete Boarding

RR 4, Shelburne,

Ontario

(519) 925-6114

Email:

kyonkennels@atconnex.net

THE EARTH IS OUR MOTHER. Please do not litter anywhere on the site. If you see litter, pick it up. Thank you!

Anyone violating these rules will be expelled without refund.