Rules and Regulations
General Rules
- Respectful Environment: Treat everyone with dignity and respect, regardless of background or abilities.
- Safety First: Adhere to all safety guidelines and instructions.
- Cleanliness: Help maintain a clean and tidy environment.
- Security: Report any security concerns to staff immediately.
Prohibited Items
- Firearms
- Power or hand tools
- All-terrain vehicles
- Flammables and fireworks
- Pets (except service animals)
Smoking, Marijuana, and Electronic Cigarettes
- Not allowed inside buildings or outside of buildings/lodge.
- Only permitted in designated areas.
- Dispose of cigarette butts properly.
Alcohol
- Alcohol consumption is permitted only indoors.
Drugs
- There is a zero-tolerance policy for illegal drugs or drug paraphernalia on the premises.
Swimming Pool
- Open 24/7.
- Use at your own risk.
- No lifeguard on duty.
Noise
- Must be quiet after 10 pm.
Service Animals
- Service animals are welcome.
During Meal Times
- Volunteers must have the opportunity to eat during scheduled meal times regardless the DeafBlind retreaters’ preferences.
- Meals for volunteers and DeafBlind retreaters must be eaten in shared spaces, not in private rooms.
- DeafBlind retreaters must be willing to compensate all volunteers for meals if they are off the premise during meal times.
Departures
- For DeafBlind Retreaters
- DeafBlind retreaters may leave the premises with their assigned volunteer only when accompanied by another off-duty volunteer during retreat hours for safety and liability purposes.
- DeafBlind retreaters must be willing to reimburse all volunteers for gasoline costs incurred while transporting them.
- For Volunteers
- Volunteers are welcome to leave the premises when not on duty. Please inform the retreat team beforehand.
Communication
- We respect all forms of communication. We all will strive to use the communication method preferred by each DeafBlind individual.