Harassment of any kind is NOT tolerated.

Harassment and bullying include, but are not limited to: verbal language that reinforces social structures of domination related to gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disabilities, neurodiversity, physical appearance, body size, ethnicity, nationality, race, age, religion, or other protected category; sexual imagery in public spaces; deliberate intimidation; stalking; following; harassing photography or recording; sustained disruption of talks or other events; offensive verbal language; inappropriate physical contact; and unwelcome sexual attention.

If you are being harassed, notice that someone else is being harassed, feel unsafe or uncomfortable, or have any other concerns, please don't hesitate to speak up or contact a member of the NDGS staff immediately.

Participants asked to stop any harassing behavior are expected to comply immediately. Failing to do so may result in removal from the festival and potentially involving local law enforcement.

Tobacco and Cannabis:

Nobody under the age of 21 should be smoking. If you are found providing tobacco or cannabis products to someone under age, you will be removed from the festival and banned for 3 years. Smoking is only allowed in designated areas. Be mindful of smoke affecting others. Fieldstrip cigarette butts and dispose of butts in appropriate receptacles.

Medical Cannabis and Other Legally Prescribed Controlled Substances are permitted with discretion, however if you are found to be sharing with minors or people that are not prescribed said medication, you will be removed from the festival and banned for 3 years. Individuals found breaking this policy may face legal charges. If you leave paraphernalia in community areas, you will also be banned for 3 years, this goes for smoking pipes of any type and anything that can be confused for illegal substances.

Alcohol:

No one under the age of 21 will be consuming alcohol at this event. If you are found providing alcohol to anyone under age, you will be removed from the festival and banned for 3 years. Alcohol is permitted with discretion in outdoor areas only. Do NOT leave alcohol unattended.