Football Tailgating Etiquette
Football Tailgating Etiquette
The following tailgating etiquette will be in effect for the 2011 Lenoir-Rhyne football season to ensure a safe and enjoyable tailgating experience for our fans. The Department of Athletics encourages fans to arrive at the stadium early, tailgate, and enjoy Bear football.
Our students, faculty, staff and fans are all valuable members of our Lenoir-Rhyne family and your attendance and participation at the games is a big part of our success. In order to make your attendance, and that of those with and around you, a positive one, our number one priority for tailgating is your safety. Enjoy the game and GO BEARS!!!
1. GAS POWER GENERATORS
For safety reasons, gas powered generators are not allowed due to the combustible situation gasoline presents.
2. GRILLS AND KEGS
Please be advised, propane/gas grills will be allowed. However, we ask that propane tanks be limited to the 5-10 gallon size. Kegs will NOT be permitted.
3. GLASS CONTAINERS
For safety considerations, we ask that all tailgaters use cans and/or cups only – NO GLASS, PLEASE!!!
4. TENTS
All tents are restricted to grassy areas – no tents will be erected on asphalt/concrete due to space limitations and for emergency access into and through the parking lot.
5. EXTERNAL STEREO SYSTEMS
Out of courtesy to others using the parking lots, only portable radio/stereo units will be permitted. Remember though, for safety reasons, house stereo units requiring an external power source will not be allowed.
6. GAME ATTENDANCE
All tailgate parties will be suspended at the start of the game. This allows for the game day operations staff, security, and medical staff to turn their attention to those inside the stadium confines and is for the safety of all those attending the game. Tailgating will be limited to the day of the game and must end no later than midnight.
7. BEHAVIOR
Please be respectful of other tailgaters around you and remember that all students are subject to the Social Regulations and Policies stated in the Lenoir-Rhyne University Student Handbook. All others are subject to rules and regulations of the State of North Carolina, the City of Hickory, Lenoir-Rhyne University and the Lenoir-Rhyne University Athletic Department.
8. MISCELLANEOUS
Please pick up and bag your trash before entering the game. No alcohol may be admitted into the game and make sure you provide an adequate amount of food for the amount of alcohol being served. Please make sure you have a designated driver.
9. EMERGENCIES
In case of emergency please contact Lenoir-Rhyne Security at 828-328-7146 or dial 911.
