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99 Renaissance Festival - 2012 Weapons Policy
San Joaquin County Fairgrounds, Stockton, CA
2012 Season
The following weapons are allowed with conditions:
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Swords, Knives, Dirks & Daggers – Must be completely sheathed and peace-tied.
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Axes, Claymores & Maces – Are strongly discouraged but if you insist Axes must be sheathed and peace-tied. Claymores and Maces must be peace-tied to your person (strapped to your back, tied to your belt, etc.).
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Bow & Arrows – Arrows are not to be drawn at any time. Bows must be un-strung and arrows tied in to the quiver.
Definitions:
Sheath: A protective covering, usually of thick leather that protects the edge of the blade, the wearer and anyone near them from damage. The sheath must cover the entire blade, not just the tip.
Peace-tied: The method of securing a weapon to the sheath, belt or body of the wearer. If the weapon is not peace-tied upon arrival at the Festival a front gate worker must peace tie it for you.
The following are not allowed:
- Pikes and Halberds unless in a choreographed pre-approved show.
- Walking sticks longer than five (5) feet in length, Quarterstaffs.
- Sword Canes or concealed swords or knives.
General Notice:
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If a weapon is drawn, the patron is subject to loss of weapon, possible removal from the Festival site and/or prosecution by authorities.
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All patrons must be at least 18 years old to carry a weapon on Festival site.
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If a patron wishes to use a weapon for a special event (such as a wedding), special permission must be obtained in advance through the Festival management in writing.
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This policy applies to anyone carrying a weapon with them or having purchased a weapon while at the Festival.
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Brandishing (drawing and or swinging) of any weapon at any time while on Festival site is cause for expulsion from the Festival site without refund, unless part of an approved act or presentation.
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