Tailgating

Policy 106.3

Scope

2.1 This policy applies to all faculty, staff, students, as well as visitors to campus or non-campus property.

Definitions

Tailgating

Tailgating is defined as parking in a designated location/area and/or setting up non-permanent facilities (such as tents and tables) to consume food and non-alcoholic beverages prior to an officially sanctioned University event to which the public is invited and the event has been approved for tailgating by the event host. If the Chancellor or his designee pre-approves the consumption of alcohol for a specific tailgating event, only malt beverages and unfortified wine may be consumed by individuals twenty-one (21) years of age or older.

Policy and Procedure Statements

Conduct

4.1.1 Individuals attending events at Appalachian State University are expected to conduct themselves in a manner respectful of the nature and character of the university. Persons acting in a disruptive, disrespectful or disorderly manner may be asked to leave the premises or be subject to citation. Students may also be charged with a violation of the Code of Student Conduct.

4.1.2 Appalachian State University does not sanction the consumption or possession of alcoholic beverages by underage persons; nor does it sanction the violation of federal, State or local laws.

Tailgating Areas/Times

4.2.1 Tailgating will be permitted in the following areas or those parking lots adjacent to the facilities listed below unless otherwise stipulated by the University Administration:

• Broyhill Music Building Lot
• Champions Lot
• Chemistry and Physics (CAP) Lot
• Duck Pond Field
• Durham Park
• Edwin Duncan Hall Lot
• Farthing Auditorium Lot
• Greenwood Lot
• Holmes Center Lot
• John Thomas Hall Lot
• Justice/Coltrane Hall Lot
• Katharine Harper Hall Lot
• Legends Lot
• Library Parking Deck
• Raley Lot
• Rivers Street Parking Deck
• South Lot
• Stadium Lot
• Student Recreation Center Lot
• University Drive Parking Spaces

4.2.2 The above designated areas are the only locations approved for tailgating with alcohol. Consumption of alcohol outside designated areas and/or time periods constitutes a violation of Appalachian State University tailgating policy. Violators are subject to prosecution under the Appalachian State University Code of Student Conduct, the ordinances of the Town of Boone, and the laws of the State of North Carolina.

4.2.3 Alcohol consumption will not be permitted in any area including tailgate sites during or after the event.

4.2.4 Tailgating is limited to the space directly behind your parked vehicle. Roadways cannot be blocked for any reason and more than one parking spot cannot be used.

4.2.5 Motor homes must receive prior approval from the Parking & Traffic Office to park in campus parking lots the night before an event.

4.2.6 Tailgating sites will not open on weekends prior to 9:00 A.M. and on weekdays before 5:00 P.M. unless otherwise announced.

4.2.7 Tailgating will not be permitted during the event, but maybe be allowed for one hour after an event.

4.2.8 Organizations that receive approval for tailgating are responsible for ensuring adequate public restroom facilities are available for tailgaters. If university buildings are closed the sponsoring organization will need to provide port-a-johns.

Consumption of Alcohol

4.3.1 Consistent with North Carolina State Law, only malt beverages and unfortified wine may be possessed or consumed. Spirituous liquor (including mixed drinks) is NOT permitted.

4.3.2 Kegs and other common containers are not allowed at any time.

4.3.3 Glass containers are not allowed.

4.3.4 Drinking games, including but not limited to, beer pong, and the use of devices intended to accelerate the consumption of alcohol, including, but not limited to funnels or beer bongs, are prohibited.

4.3.5 Any participant who consumes alcoholic beverages at such events must be able to produce a valid driver’s license or other photo ID that reflects the person’s age upon request.

4.3.6 Consumption of alcoholic beverages on any other part of the campus or on public sidewalks and streets that run through or are adjacent to the campus is prohibited.

4.3.7 Consumption of alcoholic beverages may begin no more than 3 ½ hours before the starting time of the event. Consumption of alcoholic beverages after commencement of the event is prohibited.

Consumption and Preparation of Food

4.4.1 No food may be sold without proper University permit (either Food Services and/or Athletics).

4.4.2 Propane and charcoal grills are the only permissible sources of heat for cooking. Burned coals and/or residue from cooking may not be permitted to make contact with the paved surface of the parking lot. Hot coals must be completely extinguished with water prior to leaving the tailgating site.

4.4.3 Open flame fires, including fire pits, are prohibited.

Trash

4.5.1 All groups and individuals participating in tailgating are responsible for proper disposal of their trash and other debris such as charcoal. Recycling is strongly encouraged.

4.5.2 Trash containers will be provided throughout campus.

Solicitation

4.6.1 No sales activities are allowed on the Appalachian State University campus, including any/all tailgating areas, without permission from the appropriate University office, i.e. Athletics and/or Center for Student Involvement and Leadership. (See Facility Use Policy, Section 4.9 – Solicitation and Solicitors)

4.6.2 Only Appalachian State University Athletics or their designated representatives will be allowed to sell merchandise at athletic events.

Structures

4.7.1 No permanent or semi-permanent structures may be constructed or placed for any activity on University grounds except by authority of the Vice Chancellor for Business Affairs or the Vice Chancellor for Student Development (Facility Use Policy, Section 5 – Use of University Grounds and Exterior Facilities, Resource Manual).

Smoking Policy

4.8.1 Smoking is not allowed inside any university facility including Kidd Brewer Stadium or within 50 ft. of any university building.

4.8.2 If smoking in a designated area, smoking residue must be placed in appropriate receptacles.

Additional References

Possession and Use of Alcoholic Beverages (Policy 106.1)

Events Involving Possession and Consumption of Alcoholic Beverages Procedural Checklist (Policy 106.2)

Smoking on University Property (Policy 303.25)

Effective Date

July 16, 2009

Revision Dates

August 30, 2012