The following tailgating etiquette will be in effect for the 2003 Wake Forest football season to ensure a safe and enjoyable tailgating experience for our fans. The Department of Athletics encourages fans to arrive early, tailgate, and enjoy Demon Deacon football.

Our students, faculty, staff and fans are all valuable members of our Wake Forest 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 for your safety and health. Enjoy the game and GO DEACS!!!

1. NO GAS POWER GENERATORS ALLOWED
For safety reasons, gas power generators are not allowed due to the combustible situation gasoline presents.

2. GRILLS AND KEGS
Again, for safety reasons and our concern for you and those around you, propane / gas grills are NOT permitted for tailgating. Charcoal grills are permissible, however, we ask that hot coals be disposed of by using the 5-gallon water buckets provided by the Athletic Department. Kegs are permissible, however, groups providing kegs are also responsible for monitoring consumption and making sure those consuming alcohol are of legal age.

3. NO GLASS CONTAINERS
Again, for safety considerations, we ask that all tailgaters use cans and/or cups only - No Glass, please!

4. PARKING
Access to student lot will be off Shorefair Drive. Due to space limitations, student groups are allowed to secure one parking space for their tailgating needs for each home game. The parking lot will open three hours prior to announced game time. If more space is needed, contact the Operations office. Buses, RVs, rental trucks, and trailers, etc. will be directed to park in the LJVM Coliseum parking lots. These vehicles will not be allowed in the Groves Stadium lots.

5. TENTS
All tents are restricted to grassy areas - no tents should be erected in parking lot to due space limitations and for emergency access into and through the parking lot.

6. NO EXTERNAL STEREO SYSTEMS ALLOWED
Out of courtesy to others using the same parking lots, only portable radio/stereo units (boom boxes) will be permitted. Remember though, for safety reasons, house stereo units requiring an external power source will not be allowed.

7. ATTEND THE GAME
As has been the practice for many years, all tailgate parties will need to cease by the start of the game. This allows for the limited game day operations, 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. The parking lots will be cleared by University and Winston-Salem police officers beginning ten minutes prior to kick-off. Tailgaters will be asked to enter the game or leave the parking lots. Thank you for your cooperation.

8. BEHAVIOR
Please be respectful of other tailgaters around you and remember that Groves Stadium is Wake Forest University property and all students are subject to the Social Regulations and Policies stated in the student handbook. As a proud Wake Forest student, we rely on you not only to follow these policies but to help enforce them with those around you as well.

9. MISCELLANEOUS
Please pick up and bag your trash before entering the game. Personal bags brought into the stadium are subject to search. Please make use of the flag poles to display your fraternity / sorority colors.

Thank you for your cooperation and support of Wake Forest football.

Wake Forest University
Department of Athletics