About Us

GUIDELINES

Tickets & Entry

• Doors open Thursday, November 12 at 4 PM; the festival begins at 6 PM. All attendees must leave by noon on Monday, November 16.
• Day Pass holders must check in at the Box Office with their confirmation receipt. No outside food, drinks, or coolers (water is fine).
• All tickets are non-refundable, no exceptions.
• The festival happens rain or shine.
• Wear your wristband visibly at all times. Lost wristbands must be repurchased at the gate. Peace Patrol will be checking.

Safety & Conduct

• No illegal drugs. This is a family-friendly event.
• Florida's drinking age is 21, with zero tolerance for underage drinking. Public intoxication means removal without a refund.
• No glass bottles; please pour drinks into cups.
• No fireworks, firearms, or weapons of any kind.
• No ground fires. Raised fire pits, camp stoves, and hibachis are allowed.
• No personal sound systems or unauthorized vending.
• Taking tents, gear, or belongings that aren't yours is theft. Please turn lost items in to festival staff.
• The festival is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged property.

Community

• The Central Fire and Drum Circle is free of cigarettes, drugs, and alcohol, a space for singing, dancing, storytelling, and drumming.
• Bring a sacred object or gift from nature for the community altars.
• Please give one hour of your weekend to help wherever you see a need.
• Don't just watch, join in. This is YOUR festival!

Camping & the Land

• Camp only in designated areas and respect non-smoking camping zones.
• Use the recycling and compost bins, and follow Leave No Trace (see below).

We've worked hard to create an event that is sacred, authentic, affordable, sustainable, and inclusive. Please be peaceful, helpful, and kind to one another.

LEAVE NO TRACE

Leave No Trace (LNT) means "pack it in, pack it out." It's about taking personal responsibility for our impact on the land and leaving it exactly as we found it. If you're new to LNT, please take a moment to learn the principles below and help us respect the earth.

1. Know what counts as trash
Trash is anything man-made or not naturally found on the land, including items people often overlook:

• Gum and gum wrappers
• Cigarette butts
• String and cloth
• Fruit peels
• Toilet paper
• Micro-trash: confetti, feathers, glitter, staples, nails, and other small items

Even "natural" items take time to break down:

• Banana peel: 2–10 days
• Cotton rags: 1–5 months
• Paper: 2–5 months
• Rope: 3–14 months
• Orange peel: 6 months
• Cigarette filters: 1–12 years

2. Take care of your own trash
Bag all of your trash and recycling, and scan the ground for small items before you leave. Cut down on waste before you arrive by leaving extra packaging at home.

3. Take care of others' trash
When a community gathers, the space belongs to all of us. Picking up trash that isn't yours makes a real difference and inspires others to do the same.

4. Leave the land as you found it
Drive carefully on soft or muddy ground, keep fires contained, and return campsites to how you found them. Always stay on existing trails to protect fragile plants.

5. Spread the word
Share LNT with others and kindly speak up when you see someone leaving trash behind. One person can make a difference, and together we can change the world!

 CAMPING & GROUNDS

Primitive camping is included with your 4-day ticket. RV campsites are also available, with indoor and outdoor restrooms nearby.

Parking: A $20 parking and cleanup fee per vehicle supports land management. Your parking pass allows re-entry throughout the weekend.

WHAT TO BRING

Essentials

• Festival ticket and photo ID
• Cash for vendors and food
• Reusable cups, water bottle, plates, and utensils
• Garbage and recycling bags
• First-aid kit and any personal medications
• Sunscreen, insect repellent, and hand sanitizer
• Biodegradable soap
• Portable phone charger or power bank

Camp Setup

• Tent, stakes, and mallet
• Pop-up canopy for shade and rain
• Ground tarp, sleeping bag, and pillow
• Camp chair, blanket, or yoga mat
• Flashlight or headlamp with extra batteries
• Battery-powered lanterns or string lights
• Wagon or cart for hauling gear
• Decorations for your camp

Weather Ready

• Warm layers for chilly November nights
• Rain gear
• Swimsuit, towel, and water shoes for the pool and waterslide

Comfort & Rest

• Earplugs and an eye mask for sleeping
• Bike for getting around the grounds

For the Spirit

• Costumes and festive wear
• Drums or other instruments to share
• Flow toys like hula hoops, poi, or staffs
• A journal and pen for reflection and workshop notes
• A sacred object or gift from nature for the community altars
• Art supplies for creative play
• Small gifts to share with new friends

Giving Back

• Non-perishable food for Strangers Helping Strangers, the local food pantry
• A small container for cigarette butts, if you smoke

Please leave at home: glass bottles, glitter, confetti, glow sticks, and anything else that becomes micro-trash.