UPDATED 8/5/24

What is your rain plan?

If we are going to cancel for weather the call is usually made the Monday or Tuesday before. If we cancel for rain, all of the registrations will be moved to the rain date.

What are your covid protocols?

Folks are required to bring a rapid test to take upon arrival, before leaving the car. You must show the attendant a negative test before accessing the grounds.

We strongly encourage folks to bring enough test to test daily.

Tests are available on the community table while supplies last.

We also invite folks to ask about covid symptoms and precautions during negotiation before exchanges.

Can I start a camp fire?

Attendees are not allowed to start any kind of fire. Our fire tender, Superior, welcomes inquires and support while stoking our communal fire at the main campsite on Friday and Saturday night.

Why is there an entry cut off?

6:30 on Friday is the hard cutoff for intake. Anyone who arrives after that time will have to stay in the parking lot in their car until Saturday morning. Saturday arrivals are welcome until 10am.

Is there running water or electricity?

No, but we provide solar showers and there is a place to fill water containers about 5 minutes from camp.

There are two compost toilets on site for bathroom needs.

Do I have to be kinky? 

No. You can just come for the vibes if you'd like. People have come and spent the weekend napping. The point is to choose what pleasure looks like for you.

Can I bring my pet? 

No pets allowed.

Do I pay my deposit before or after receiving my vetting answer?

If this is your first time joining us. You pay your deposit, within 24 hours, AFTER receiving your vetting decision.

If you have attended DPW before you can pay your deposit when you send in your interest form.

How do I make payments?

Cash app $PleasureCamp or we can email you an invoice.

When do I choose my package?

You can choose your package via a link that will be sent after you are vetted.

How are folks vetted?

We consider DPW a mid level vetting protocol. We check social media accounts, search your name on the National Sex Offender registry, as well as ask our networks if folks are familiar with you. Our vetting process is designed to help create a safer container and confirm that your vibes match our vibes. 

Reasons you could end up not being invited after vetting:

Some of the reasons you could not be invited include:

-Transphobic, fatphobic, misogynist, exclusionary and hateful speech on your social media.

-Listed on National Sex Offender Registry.

Can I get a refund if I have to cancel?

No refunds, except if you email a positive PCR tests within 10 days before the event.

Can emergency services reach us?

Yes and we have a nurse on staff.

Are there animals?

It's the forest so there are bugs, deer, and we did have a bear sighting once.

How do I choose references for my vetting form?

Your references should be people who can speak to your vibes in community. They should also be willing to support you should the need for an accountability process arise during the camping weekend. Bonus points if they have attended DPW. Not having references will not disqualify you.

Who do I contact if I have any other questions?

Email dopepleasureinthewoods@gmail.com. We will have limited access to emails from the Wednesday before camp until the Tuesday after camp as there is no reception on the grounds.

Who is this event for?

This event is for BIPOC LGBTQIA folks. We center the experience and safety of Black women, femmes, and trans folks.

How do I get access to the course?

Access to the course will start at least 2 weeks before camp and after your final payment is received. The course covers what to expect, our harm response plan, forest safety tips and more. You have access to the course until the Friday after camp.

If I've attended before do I need to fill out the vetting form?

No, you can just fill out the interest form.

Are there stores near?

There is a convenience store 10 minutes away and a Walmart 20 minutes away.

What is the community harm response plan?

If an issue should arise that can’t be resolved between the parties involved there will be a small group convened (consisting of the 2 DPW staff and 3 camp volunteers) to hear the issue from both sides. After hearing the issue the group will vote on the appropriate course of action. Which may include asking folks to leave or referral to an organization that can support an accountability process. By attending the weekend you agree to participate in this process and refrain from calling the police to the site. 

If you refuse to participate in the process, you will be asked to leave the grounds and banned from future events. If you need assistance, please contact a staff member immediately so the plan can be activated.

If an injury is to occur we will call the local emergency services. There will be folks who are CPR and first aid trained and a nurse on staff.

What are the weekend community agreements?

No additional guests or pets.

The consumption of intoxicants must be done responsibly. 

Honor the directions of the DPW staff.

Reimburse DPW for any damage to loaned equipment.

Treat all other campers with respect.

Help keep the campgrounds clean.

Violence of any kind will not be tolerated.

Do not share the address with anyone else.

No food left unattended on the campground.

Negative rapid test required upon arrival. Testing daily is encouraged. We have tests available while supplies last.

The organizers will not tolerate any racism, fatphobia, homophobia, transphobia, or any of the chaotic relics of colonization. Any displays of these behaviors will be seen as an act of violence and you may be asked to leave.

DPW staff reserves the right to ask you to leave if your behavior is not in alignment with the safe community intentions.