RULES FOR ORGANIZED GROUP CAMPING

(Castaic Lake Recreation Area - 3 & 7 Acres Group Campgrounds)

1. Only organized/ non-profit groups (Scouts, church, etc.) allowed to camp. (No family /commercial use).

2. Tent camping is allowed in dirt area of 3 & 7 acres group campgrounds. All vehicles, RV’s, campers, trailers, etc. must park in paved lots.

3. Neither the County of Los Angeles nor the Department of Parks & Recreation shall be liable or responsible for any accidents or loss of material. Groups must provide insurance.

Insurance: Certificate of Insurance or Additional Party Endorsement must name AS ADDITIONAL Insured both:

· Los Angeles County Dept. of Parks & Recreation - Castaic Lake AND the State of California, for a minimum two million ($2,000,000.00) dollars general liability coverage.

· Insurance certificate must include: 1. Name of insured group, 2. Type of event (bass tournament), 3. Date and 4. Location of the event. Clubs may purchase low cost Special Event Liability Insurance Policy at the Park Office. Proof of insurance is not acceptable.

4. No electrical hookups allowed, groups must provide own power/generator.

5. Fire permits are required for all open fires, including BBQ and campfires. Fires permitted only in designated areas and contained BBQ braziers. No ground fires. Fire permits are obtained (up to 30 days) prior to camping from Castaic Fire Station #149, located at 31770 Ridge Route Road, one block south of Lake Hughes Road. Fire permits are free. Call the Fire Station at (661) 257-3020 for information.

6. Only assigned areas may be utilized. Permission for use is subject to cancellation.

7. Permittee is responsible for the conduct of all members. Minors must be supervised at all times.

8. Activities must cease by 10 p.m., unless otherwise stated in permit.

9. Daily vehicle & boat launch fees must be paid at the park office prior to the end of the event.

10. Groups must provide a written accounting of: each day's participants, list of boat CF#'’s and annual permits with name & permit number. A special event boat log will be provided for the event. The log must be completed daily and returned to the office along with any uncollected fees, by 3:00 p.m. on the last day.

11. The designated use area must be cleaned up at the end of the event.

NOTE: PARK GATES ARE LOCKED FROM SUNDOWN TO SUNRISE * Permittee will inform all club members that the park gates are locked from sundown to sunrise. If a gate key is issued, permittee is responsible for keeping the park gates locked after park hours, only group members are allowed to enter after closing.

Camping Fee: $50.00 per night (1-100 people) or $100.00 per night (over 100 people)

Entry /Launch Fee: Entry and launch fees are not included. and must be paid for after the event. A list of participating vehicles and boats must be provided along with your payment for accounting purposes. Check fee schedule for current fees.

Reservations: Reservations must be made at least 30 days prior to the event. A non-refundable $50.00 reservation fee, and the completed application must be received at the Park Office no later than 30 days before the event. Insurance certificate and any remaining fees must be received at least 15 days before the event, for approval.

Cancellation Policy: Written notice of cancellation required.

Cancellation 16+ days prior to event - all remitted fees may be refunded**

Cancellation 3 - 15 days prior to event - 50% of all remitted fees may be refunded**

Cancellation less than 3 days prior to event - no remitted fees refunded.**

**The $50.00 reservation fee is non-refundable.