General Rules

  1. Don’t Be a Dick (and have fun) 

    The Pacific Northwaste Festival is an event and there is no point in attending if it isn’t fun. Don’t do things that might harm, upset or inconvenience other people. Nothing should never escalate to physical violence. If you are infringing on other people’s ability to have fun, you are being a dick. If you are not having fun, please speak to a staff member, we will do what we can to make your experience better. If you’re not sure whether something you’re about to do qualifies as being a dick, don’t do it. If you are caught willfully being a dick, you may be asked to take a break in your camp or to not come back to future events. Repeated offenses will result in being permanently removed from all future and associated events.

  2. Legal Laws Still Apply

    You must follow all local, county, state and federal laws while at the Pacific Northwaste Festival.

  3. You must be 18 or older to participate

    Do not bring anyone under 18 to the site of an Afterworlds event. This event will often contain content and roleplay inappropriate for children. Subject matter may include cannibalism, violence, drugs and alcohol or other adult content.

    All attendees MUST provide an acceptable form of ID. We only accept the following forms of identification alone as proof of age:

    • A valid state driver license with a photo

    • A valid ID card issued by a state with photo, name, date of birth, & physical description

    • A valid passport

    • A valid U.S. military ID card

  4. Pet Policy

    For the safety of the animals, pets are not allowed at Pacific Northwaste events. We cannot guarantee the safety of your animals, and thus, we do not allow them to attend.

    Per Title II and III of the ADA, exceptions will be made for disabled persons with service dogs.  Emotional support and/or therapy dogs are not designated service dogs as defined by the ADA, and thus are not permitted entry.

  5. Code of Conduct

    We do not tolerate harassment in any form. The Pacific Northwaste is committed to providing a fun experience for everyone, regardless of: ability, age, body size, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, physical appearance, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or technology choices.

    Participants violating these rules may be sanctioned or expelled from the event without a refund at the discretion of the event organizers. This extends to any official social media as well as on site. The Pacific Northwaste is a safe place for everyone.

    The Pacific Northwaste reserves the right to restrict the display of content or symbols that it deems hate symbols or harassments. You can find a list of such banned items below (and on the website at a later date).

    • Confederate Flags

    • Nazi Memorabilia

    • Supremacist Propaganda

  6. Private Event

    The Pacific Northwaste is a private event, and as such, there are several considerations you will need to make when attending. Please be aware of the following.

    • You will need to wear your wristband at all times. This is a private event with an age gate and you will need to show that you have completed the entry process by having your wristband on at all times. If you lose your band, contact staff with your ticket and ID ready.

    • Your vehicle may be searched as you arrive. This is a private event, and by attending, you agree that should it be deemed necessary, approved members of staff may search your vehicle upon entry to the event.

  7. Respect the Site

    The pacific Northwaste is held on private property and you must be aware of the following rules:

    • Do not vandalize or damage property at the event site. Failing to follow this rule is a violation of rule #1. Prosecution for damages is a possibility.

    • This is a pack in/pack out site. If you bring trash to the event, expect to bring it home too.

    • There is a fence surrounding the site. Do not cross it, move it, cut it or interact with it.

    • Only use approved exits and entrances.

    • Do not alter any barriers, signs or markers. These are to direct people to things, so don’t change them.

  8. Drugs

    Absolutely NO ILLEGAL DRUGS on site. This is a zero-tolerance policy.

  9. Alcohol

    In accordance with local, state and federal laws, You may not SELL alcohol of any kind at The Pacific Northwaste. Alcohol will not be provided in any way BY The Pacific Northwaste and its staff. Alcohol brought by attendees can be shared with friends within your camps or themed zones. 

    Minors caught with alcohol, and anyone caught giving alcohol to minors will be kicked off site and reported to the police. 

  10. Food and Sharing

    By Oregon law, Individuals or groups planning to provide food to the public at an event must first obtain a temporary restaurant license, even if the food provided is free. You will also need a food handlers permit, and will need to follow all other state requirements.

  11. Fire Policy

    The Pacific Northwaste is a No Burn site.

    • Due to its location and the dangers of wildfires, we have elected to not allow burns at the event. However, propane fireplaces are allowed, and several will be provided at the event at designated locations. Propane fires must have an extinguisher (NON-THEMED AND CLEARLY MARKED) with them and must be attended at all times or put out.

    • Liquid fuel cooking stoves are allowed, but must be observed at all times and you must have an extinguisher (NON-THEMED AND CLEARLY MARKED) with you.

    • Do not bring fireworks to the site.

    • Do not bring explosives to the site.

    • Do not bring fire-based entertainment devices.

  12. Wildlife

    There are many critters and wildlife species that call the site of the Pacific Northwaste home. This ranges from turkeys and deer to small lizards and bees. Do not attempt to handle, move, feed or disturb the wildlife. This is their home, and you are their guest. In the event of a more dangerous animal being spotted (cougar, wild dog, large escaped farm animal, etc) please contact staff and they will handle the situation.

  13. Vandalism

    Writing, tagging, placing stickers, paint or other markings onto things at the event WITHOUT EXPRESS PERMISSION is not allowed. You will be removed from the event if this happens. There will be places FOR this, but they will be clearly marked.

  14. Buying, Selling and Bartering

    Bartering is allowed at The Pacific Northwaste event, but you cannot barter for anything that is illegal or prohibited by the other rules. If you want to sell goods or services at The Pacific Northwaste, you will need to be on our approved vendor list.

    Approved vendors must be providing goods and services that improve the atmosphere of the event and are theme appropriate. See our Vendors page for more details.

  15. Weapons

    You may carry prop (non functioning) weapons for your costuming. 

    • Firearms are prohibited unless they are a non-firing replica. Do NOT bring real firearms to the Pacific Northwaste, even if they are “disabled” or antiques.

    • DO NOT BRING LIVE AMMO, AT ALL, FOR ANY REASON. Spent casings, shells and cartridges are fine, but must not be live ammo in any way.

    • Airsoft props are allowed, but do NOT load them and remove all batteries and propellants.

    • Foam dart blasters are allowed, but must be in theme. Don’t bring darts. There are enough here already.

    • Weapons must be blunted, dulled, or non-sharpened, this includes parts of your costume. If you are carrying a prop that is deemed to be unsafe, it may be taken by security staff and held until the end of the event.

 

Safety Information

This event is meant to be an enjoyable time, and that means that it needs to be a safe environment for all.

Medical or Safety Emergencies

If you are at the event, and have a current medical or security emergency, please either go to the command center, or one of the map boards found around the site to use the site radio to contact someone for assistance.