So you want to come to a furmeet? Awesome! We ask that everyone who attends Mass Fur Bowl meets follow these rules, for the enjoyment of all who attend:


Please RSVP if the meet you are attending asks you to do so. It saves us all a lot of trouble and stress if we know how many people we can expect to show up!

GENERAL RULES
All Attendees MUST be on their best behavior. This is not a request. This means that all furries who attend must keep it PG Rated for everyone who attends. This also means not swearing and nothing of a sexual nature. People who are caught in violation will be spoken to and possibly asked to leave the property by one of the MassFurBowl Staff. These Staff Members are  nexusfolf and  berettafusion


We ask that if you see a violation of this new code of conduct that you report it immediately to one of the above listed staff members and DO NOT take it upon yourself to deal with the issue.

SIGN IN (Amended 11/26/15)

1. Upon arrival attendees must locate a Furbowl staff member to sign in. These staff members are  berettafusion and  nexusfolf. If you cannot locate a staff member ask a alley staff member.

2. Upon locating a Furbowl staff memeber please sign in on the supplied tablet filling out all required fields. These fields include your full legal name (first and last), Fur Name, Bowling Y/N, Fursuiting Y/N, Contact Info (optional), and finally a staff member will mark you as paid or not
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3. Pay a Furbowl staff member. $10 if your bowling and $5 for attending. Cash is the preferred method but credit can be used by seeing an alley staff member

4. Go out and have fun!

A few final notes: MFB collects this info on its attendees to protect itself legally. MFB does not sell or share your information (name, contact info etc) with any third party entities. In the case of legal action against an attendee whether by the alley, other MFB attendees or alley patrons, MFB is required by law and by our choice to release your information to the proper authorities.

Public Behavior:


While at a furmeet you are expected to remain and act in a civil manner. Rough-housing, overly affectionate public displays of affection, obscene swearing, or loud destructive behavior are restricted. Harassment, stalking, or unwanted contact will be met with a "one-strike" or zero-tolerance policy, "No" means "No" always. Please be courteous to other attendees, vendor staff, and non-furmeet guests at all times. If there are any more issues contact one of the present Furbowl organizers either : and they will handle it properly


Also remember that we are in a public setting. These events are family friendly affairs and oftentimes this is people's first exposure to furry at large. Remember that we need to present "those people who dress up like animals" in as positive a light as possible. We're the ambassadors of the furry fandom for the people we encounter.


Hygiene:


It is assumed that you will possess a good sense of hygiene while at the Mass Fur Bowl furmeets. If you are bearing a noticeable offensive odor, you will be asked to rectify it or possibly be removed from the event. It is encouraged that attendees take a shower before coming to meets. Fursuiters will be given lee-way when it comes to this rule after de-suiting.


Alcohol:


Alcoholic consumption should be kept within moderation and may only be consumed by adults over 21. Buying alcohol for minors is strictly forbidden by Mass Fur Bowl rules and Massachusetts State Law. If you are found out to be supplying alcohol to a minor we will be obligated to contact the police. If you are approached by a minor to acquire alcohol for them then say "No" and report it to one of the Furbowl Organizers.


If someone becomes too intoxicated they will be asked to leave the event prematurely and be issued a warning.


There will be NO tolerance of outside alcohol. The bowling alley serves beer, wine, mixed drinks and other alcoholic beverages. Absolutely no alcohol is permitted in the headless lounge. If we catch you drinking outside alcohol or drinking in your car or parking lot we will ask you to leave the bowl and issue you a warning.


Firearms/Weapons:


Firearms of any sort are restricted from all Mass Fur Bowl events. If you are seen with any type of Firearm you will be asked to remove it from the premises of the event immediately and possibly be asked to leave the meet prematurely. If it is found out you are concealing a Firearm you will be restricted from the future Mass Fur Bowl furmeets. There is no need for those things at a bowling alley.
(Amended 11/26/15) If you are a LTC holder and attend our event with a firearm you must store in your vehicle in compliance with state and local laws. If you enter the building with the firearm you are subject to above. The only exception to this rule in accordance with state law is for law enforcement officers. If you are a LEO and are carrying, please contact a furbowl staff member prior to or at the event. You will be required to present your state ID and FID.

Dress Code:


Harnesses(For fursuiters only), tails, ears, collars, and other furry accessories are allowed at all meets, unless otherwise specified. The only exception to this are leashes which will be asked to be removed if seen. Also, no fetish, BDSM, or extremely revealing clothing will be permitted at the Mass Fur Bowl meets and if you have such gear or clothing on you will be asked to remove it and change to something that fits within Mass Fur Bowl rules.


Respect of Property:


During meets please respect the property of the vendors we attend. This means no climbing on, damaging, etc of the equipment of the vendors.


It is expected you not litter at the vendors and clean up after yourselves during and after the event.


If an attendee does damage vendor property they will be held responsible for cost of repairs and any applicable fines. Mass Furbowl will not take any responsibility for damaged, lost, or stolen property, whether it be personal property or the property of the Vendor we attend
(Amended 11/26/15) Should you damage or destroy property belonging to the vendor, Mass Furbowl is obligated to release information on you to the vendor. Local authorities may be called if needed or if damage exceeds $500. In the event of lost or stolen items. Please contact a member of Mass Furbowl immediately. Mass Furbowl does posses a lost and found. If you are missing an item please contact


Minors and Parental Consent:


In the case of minors above the age of 13, it will be assumed that any parents or legal gaurdians have granted permission for their attendance and the Mass Furbowl, The Mass Fur Bowl, and the current vendor will not assume responsibility for their actions or conduct. (Amended 11/26/15) Minors above the age of 13 will be treated as adults and held to the same standards and rules as any other attendee


Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult at all times while at any Mass Fur Bowl furmeet.(Amended 11/26/15) Children under the age of 13 must check in with their parent or legal guardian and notify a staff member of their age. The parent or legal guardian must be made known to a furbowl staff member. Should a child disobey any of the above mentioned rules, both the child and the parent or legal guardian will be spoken to. The parent or legal guardian assumes responsibility for the minor and will be held responsible should damage occur.

HEADLESS LOUNGE RULES

1. FURSUITERS ONLY PLEASE. This is an area for suiters to change, rest, and cool down. This is NOT a hang out area.

2. Water and soda only inside the headless lounge. Absolutely NO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES inside the headless lounge. Violation of this WILL result in instant removal from the event.

3. CONSERVE SPACE. We have a limited amount of space for out headless lounge. Please stack your totes/bags when you are done using them. Please do not leave them in the middle of the floor. Do not Block the bathroom or storage closet. Alley Staff need access to these rooms and it is not their responsibility to handle our belongings with care.
Follow the rules of the Fursuit Head Dryer

4. Please keep curtains closed at all times, before and after entering or exiting

FURSUIT HEAD DRYER RULES

1. Do NOT step on or lean against the Dryer

2. Be considerate of others. Limit your usage to 15 minutes at a time and then please remove your fursuit head.

3. Help stop the spread of germs. Wipe down the outlets using the supplied wipes before placing your head on the tree.

4. DO NOT store your drinks on or near the Dryer. Water and Electrical NEVER

DISCLAIMER:
Mass Fur Bowl is not responsible for and lost, stolen or damaged items/property. Should one of the above happen, please contact a member of the Mass Fur Bowl Staff Immediately. Mass Fur Bowl does have its own Lost and Found (not affiliated with Ryan Family Amusements) Please Contact Mass Fur Bowl with any concerns
(Amended 11/26/15) By attending Mass Furbowl you are agreeing to a binding unwritten contract. You are agreeing that you will obey all the above rules and regulations.