Participating in the Alaska
State Rendezvous (Rules):
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All visible clothing and gear must be pre-1840. This
applies to children as well as to adults.
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Keep plastic water jugs and coolers covered at all
times. When hauling water or ice to your camp keep non-period
containers covered.
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Motorized vehicles will be allowed in camp for loading and
unloading only.
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There is a two-hour unloading time at the end of which your
vehicle must be removed from camp.
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Park or camp in the designated areas. Vehicles parked
in unauthorized areas may be towed at the owner's expense.
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Parents are legally and financially responsible for the
actions of their children.
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Pets must be on a leash and under control at all times.
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Place trash in designated area. Bring your own trash
bags.
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No chain saws. Do not cut live trees.
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Remove and preserve sod from your fire pit. Replace it
when you leave.
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Campfires must not be left unattended. You must have a
historically authentic container of water (at least 3 gallons) and a shovel
near your campfire.
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No fighting. This includes domestic disturbances.
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All local, state and federal laws regarding sale or
consumption of alcohol apply in camp.
These are some examples of things that should NOT be seen in historical camps
or on rendezvous participants: modern sunglasses; T-shirts; plastic rain
gear; bikini or halter tops; tennis shoes; shower shoes; sandals; logger boots;
pack boots; bathing suits; blue jeans; dusters; coleman or electric lanterns;
flashlights; metal or plastic camp furniture, etc.
- All trade goods must be Pre-1840!
- The booshway or his appointed representative(s) have final authority over
all disputes regarding the historical authenticity of trade goods. The
burden of proof is on the trader and the booshway's decisions are final.
- No plastic in sight. This includes blister packs, styrofoam, blanket
wraps, gun parts, candy containers, etc.
- No silver or turquoise mixed jewelry. Keep jewelry to the style of
the era.
- Books, magazines, clothing patterns, original works of art and art prints
must pertain to the pre-1840 North American frontier era.
- Any guns displayed for sale must meet the "pre-1840"
standard. No in-line or plastic stocked rifles.
- All trading must be done from pre-1840 structures or trade blankets.
- Trader's selling regulated goods such as black powder, tobacco, alcohol or
any other regulated must be appropriately licensed and if asked must present
a copy of the applicable license(s) to the booshway.
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