Camp Rules
COVID-19 special rules for 2024: Vaccinations are required for everyone attending; no exceptions. You are asked to confirm that you are up to date on your vaccinations ("up to date" means that you have received all recommended COVID-19 vaccines and boosters) before registering. You may be asked to provide documentation when you check in at camp.
We will have a good many outdoor activities, so please choose your gear and camp clothing accordingly. Weather in south Louisiana in the spring can vary from chilly to hot, and often does so in the same weekend! And rain is always a good possibility.
Onsite accommodations: The group camp has two ADA-compliant dormitories and tent camping space adjacent to the building is available.
Offsite accommodations: Cabins, tent camping, and RV/camper sites are available in the main part of the park (check GoOutdoorsLouisiana for availability and location; "unimproved" sites have water, "improved" sites have water and electricity, and "deluxe" sites have water, electricity, and sewer). Because of the relatively isolated location of Tickfaw, hotel and B&B options are limited, but you might be able to find something in larger towns not too far away.
We will have a good many outdoor activities, so please choose your gear and camp clothing accordingly. Weather in south Louisiana in the spring can vary from chilly to hot, and often does so in the same weekend! And rain is always a good possibility.
Onsite accommodations: The group camp has two ADA-compliant dormitories and tent camping space adjacent to the building is available.
Offsite accommodations: Cabins, tent camping, and RV/camper sites are available in the main part of the park (check GoOutdoorsLouisiana for availability and location; "unimproved" sites have water, "improved" sites have water and electricity, and "deluxe" sites have water, electricity, and sewer). Because of the relatively isolated location of Tickfaw, hotel and B&B options are limited, but you might be able to find something in larger towns not too far away.
Behavior: GCG is a safe space. Anyone who puts the safety or well-being of others at risk, creates a hazard to the site, or creates a situation that could have a hazardous outcome, will be asked to leave.
GCG will not tolerate sexually aggressive or other inappropriate behavior.
Clothing is not optional. No skyclad.
The land is sacred. Please pick up any trash and put it in the proper receptacles.
Please park in designated parking areas only.
Please respect the beliefs of others.
Please respect others’ privacy when taking video or photographs, Make sure anyone visible in photos or videos is aware that they are being photographed and has given permission to be included. In addition, there will be no video/photographs during ritual or meditation.
Alcohol: Alcohol is permitted, and the legal drinking age is 21 in Louisiana. Please drink responsibly—disorderly or drunken behavior will not be tolerated.
Smoking: Smoking is strictly forbidden in all buildings and around children. There will be a designated smoking area. Please dispose of your cigarette butts in the provided receptacles only. Our central fire is sacred space and not to be used as an ashtray.
Illegal Substances: Please do not bring any substances that are illegal in Louisiana. No firearms or pyrotechnics (sparklers excepted) are allowed. Please abide by all local laws.
Fire: It is against park rules to dig or create additional fire pits. Fires must be contained in the large designated fire pit near the dining halll. The fire cannot be left unattended. If you start a fire you must fully extinguish it or turn over the responsibility for it to another adult before leaving the area.
Noise: Except at the discretion of the GCG Staff, please do not use electrically amplified musical instruments, radios, car stereos, etc. Peace and quiet hours (i.e., no music or drumming) are from 12:00 a.m. until 6 a.m. Earplugs will be made available for those affected by the snoring of others.
GCG will not tolerate sexually aggressive or other inappropriate behavior.
Clothing is not optional. No skyclad.
The land is sacred. Please pick up any trash and put it in the proper receptacles.
Please park in designated parking areas only.
Please respect the beliefs of others.
Please respect others’ privacy when taking video or photographs, Make sure anyone visible in photos or videos is aware that they are being photographed and has given permission to be included. In addition, there will be no video/photographs during ritual or meditation.
Alcohol: Alcohol is permitted, and the legal drinking age is 21 in Louisiana. Please drink responsibly—disorderly or drunken behavior will not be tolerated.
Smoking: Smoking is strictly forbidden in all buildings and around children. There will be a designated smoking area. Please dispose of your cigarette butts in the provided receptacles only. Our central fire is sacred space and not to be used as an ashtray.
Illegal Substances: Please do not bring any substances that are illegal in Louisiana. No firearms or pyrotechnics (sparklers excepted) are allowed. Please abide by all local laws.
Fire: It is against park rules to dig or create additional fire pits. Fires must be contained in the large designated fire pit near the dining halll. The fire cannot be left unattended. If you start a fire you must fully extinguish it or turn over the responsibility for it to another adult before leaving the area.
Noise: Except at the discretion of the GCG Staff, please do not use electrically amplified musical instruments, radios, car stereos, etc. Peace and quiet hours (i.e., no music or drumming) are from 12:00 a.m. until 6 a.m. Earplugs will be made available for those affected by the snoring of others.
Children: Children under the age of 18 must be in the company of a custodial parent or legal guardian to attend the GCG.
Children under 12 must be supervised at all times; this includes trips to the dining hall. If your child is an early riser, make sure he or she does not leave your sleeping area until you can accompany him/her.
Do not leave children, of any age, unattended near any body of water.
Parents are, at all times, responsible for their children. Parents who do not, in the opinion of the GCG organizers, exercise good parental care of their children will be asked to leave.
Animals: Dogs are allowed at Tickfaw State Park Campground, but they must be kept on a leash no longer than 6 feet when outside your vehicle. Dogs are allowed in the tent sites, but not the cabins or buildings. For more information on pet restrictions, please call (888) 981-2020.
Only seeing-eye dogs are permitted in overnight facilities. Pet owners are respondible for any injury or damage caused by their pets. Dogs and other pets are not allowed to run freely on park property.
If you will be bringing a seeing-eye dog, please note this on your registration form.
Vending: Table space will be made available for individuals to offer items for sale, but we ask that the items be related somehow to Druidry or earth-centered spirituality.
Local Wildlife:
Please be aware of the local wildlife. There may be alligators in the water (do not feed the alligators!) and snakes just about anywhere. Bears are an outside possibility; wild hogs are also possible. Other resources you may find of interest are A Birder's Guide to Louisiana (downloadable pdf) and the online Species Field Guide from Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries.
Children under 12 must be supervised at all times; this includes trips to the dining hall. If your child is an early riser, make sure he or she does not leave your sleeping area until you can accompany him/her.
Do not leave children, of any age, unattended near any body of water.
Parents are, at all times, responsible for their children. Parents who do not, in the opinion of the GCG organizers, exercise good parental care of their children will be asked to leave.
Animals: Dogs are allowed at Tickfaw State Park Campground, but they must be kept on a leash no longer than 6 feet when outside your vehicle. Dogs are allowed in the tent sites, but not the cabins or buildings. For more information on pet restrictions, please call (888) 981-2020.
Only seeing-eye dogs are permitted in overnight facilities. Pet owners are respondible for any injury or damage caused by their pets. Dogs and other pets are not allowed to run freely on park property.
If you will be bringing a seeing-eye dog, please note this on your registration form.
Vending: Table space will be made available for individuals to offer items for sale, but we ask that the items be related somehow to Druidry or earth-centered spirituality.
Local Wildlife:
Please be aware of the local wildlife. There may be alligators in the water (do not feed the alligators!) and snakes just about anywhere. Bears are an outside possibility; wild hogs are also possible. Other resources you may find of interest are A Birder's Guide to Louisiana (downloadable pdf) and the online Species Field Guide from Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries.
This is a private gathering; the coordinators of the gathering and stewards of the land have the right to enforce these rules. Anyone violating these rules will be expelled without refund.