James Madison University

Parade of Champions 2012

BRIDGEFORTH STADIUM GUIDELINES A-Z

Please read the following guidelines carefully. These pertain to the JMU Bridgeforth Stadium and are in effect during the 2012 JMU Parade of Champions.

ACCESSIBILITY – SEATING & PARKING

Seating - Wheelchair and accessible seating is reserved and available behind the 100 level sections in the lower level and behind the 300 level sections in the upper level. Handicap accessible restrooms are located on either side of the stadium. Guests requiring a wheelchair must provide one for their own use. Parking - Handicap accessible parking is located on the lower level of the Champions parking deck, adjacent to the stadium. Elevator access is available. ALCOHOL It is prohibited to bring alcohol into Bridgeforth Stadium. Violators will be subject to removal and applicable legal action. ATM There are NO ATMs in Bridgeforth Stadium. The closest is located at the bus shelter near the entrance to the Godwin parking lot. BAG SEARCH Small bags, purses, baby bags, etc. are allowed in Bridgeforth Stadium and subject to search. CAMERAS & VIDEO EQUIPMENT Still cameras are permitted for JMU football games; however, in no instance may photography interfere with access ways, aisles, or other guests' enjoyment of the game. Video cameras are not permitted. CONCESSIONS Concession stands open 90 minutes prior to the game and are located throughout the stadium. No outside food or beverage may be brought inside the stadium. CONTEST GATES All Parade of Champions guests will us the main entrance to the stadium, A Gates for entrance and exit. All other gates will be reserved for performers, equipment, and event staff only (B, C, D, E).Ticket holders can use gates A, B, D, and E. Refer to your ticket for the entrance closest to your seats. Bridgeforth Stadium opens 90 minutes prior to game time. The breezeway between Bridgeforth Stadium and Godwin Hall closes four hours prior to game time and reopens when the gates open. EMERGENCY EVACULATION/LIGHTNING DETECTION SYSTEM In the event of an emergency, find the nearest usher, Public Safety Officer, or Cadet or call 540-568-6911. In the event of severe weather or lightning, the JMU storm warning system will become activated. A 15-second horn will sound, and the game will be suspended. Guests will be directed to seek shelter in large buildings or their vehicle. When the stadium is cleared for re-entry, the 5-second horn blasts will sound as the all-clear signal.

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FIRST AID Emergency medical personnel are located at the first aid stations near sections 1 and 115, underneath section 6, and in the lower and upper concourses of the west grandstand. For assistance in an emergency situation, please contact a Public Safety Officer or one of the Guest Services staff members. FOOD Participants/spectators cannot bring food into Bridgeforth Stadium. Concessions are available inside the stadium. Please plan ahead if you are feeding your group, or plan to provide them with a snack prior to or after their performance. PARKING The main parking area for the 2012 JMU Parade of Champions will be the Champions Parking Deck located adjacent to Bridgeforth Stadium. The deck will open at 7am. Vehicles, including those with reserved hangtags, left in a reserved lot prior to 8 a.m. are subject to towing.

• General parking is available at no charge on a first come, first served basis • Handicap spots are reserved on the first floor of the deck. • Parking for participant buses is at the JMU Convocation Center • Parking for participating bands’ equipment trucks/vehicles is on the Godwin Field (adjacent to the stadium) • Overflow parking for the JMU Parade of Champions will be available in P-Lot, and R-1 Lot

(see campus map: www.jmu.edu/map) PROHIBITED ACTIONS

• No entry without the required wristband/badge (this includes all participants, directors, staff, and chaperones/crews) • No smoking or use of tobacco products • No solicitation or distribution of handouts • No throwing of any objects • No opening of umbrellas • No video taping

PROHIBITED ITEMS

• Alcoholic beverages, controlled substances, weapons, fireworks • Animals • Bags larger than 12"x12"x12" • Coolers • Glass and metal containers • Noise makers and other devices that impede the game • Outside food and beverages (including water bottles) • Signs, flags, banners, obscene or indecent clothing or language • Strollers • Video cameras, monopods, tripods • Wheelies, bicycles, and skateboards

RECYCLING JMU Recycling is asking for your support in keeping the parking lots, tailgating areas, and athletic facilities clean by recycling your aluminum, glass, and plastic. Recycling bins are strategically placed beside every trash can, so be looking for the recycling containers out there this year and "Get in the Game" RECYCLE! RESTROOMS Restroom facilities are located throughout the stadium. Family restrooms are located in the lower and upper courses of the west grandstand. SMOKING POLICY In accordance with University Policy 1111, smoking is not allowed in Bridgeforth Stadium. TICKETS/GENERAL INFORMATION All persons ages 3 and older must present a ticket (wristband) to enter Bridgeforth Stadium. Tickets can be purchased on the day of the event at the main stadium ticket booth (Gate A) which will open 30 minutes prior to the event start time