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Engulf 2026 Theme Camp Registration

Please fill out this form as early as you can to help us plan in advance. We love detailed responses so that we can fully understand the needs of your camp and place your camp appropriately. In this application, some of the questions we will ask you include your camp description and identity, your square footage needs, the type of programming you plan to have and when, and how your space worked out for your camp last year.

If you plan on having art-covered cars or RVs at your camp, please include them in your total square footage plan. Theme camp space is limited, so we need to minimize vehicles that are parked in the main event area. Please limit vehicles at your camp for programming, camp operation needs, or accessibility reasons. ALL vehicles parked in a theme camp or in open camping will require a permit (any vehicles in a theme camp are up to the theme camp's discretion, you determine whether you have space for them or not) – you will receive more information about this in the future. Vehicles parked in a theme camp do NOT need to purchase an RV Lot Pass. All other vehicles will need to be parked in the parking lot.

NEW SOUND POLICY
After midnight, all sound systems will have to turn down their bass significantly. Think along the lines of 50% lower! This is to prevent us from having to turn off all subwoofers because of noise complaints from the neighbors like we have in the past, so please police this yourselves and keep the bass under control after midnight.

PLEASE NOTE: You can improve your chances of better placement by providing a more detailed application, offering more activities/events, and registering sooner.
1.Your Theme Camp Name
This is how your camp will be listed on maps and in the event guide(Required.)
2.One Line Teaser
This teaser should grab people's attention and get them to your camp. We will be using it on public facing listings.(Required.)
3.Description of your camp:
This can include your theme, backstory, philosophies, hopes, dreams, and any activities your camp will prioritize. Keep in mind this description will go on our website and in the event guide(Required.)
4.Which activities and events will your theme camp be providing?(Required.)
5.Identity #1: As a camp we PRIMARILY identify as or are a place for:(Required.)
6.Identity #2: As camp we SECONDARILY identify as or are a place for:(Required.)
7.Which state is your camp based out of?(Required.)
8.Which city is your camp based out of?(Required.)
9.Primary Contact Person(Required.)
10.Secondary Contact Person
11.Number of Camp Members (Required.)
12.Graphic: Upload your logo for community sharing
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13.Is Your Theme Camp New? (Required.)
14.Number of Years at Engulf
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Placement: If your camp was at Engulf last year, how well did last year's placement meet your camp’s needs? Please be as detailed as possible. You will be able to annotate specific dimensions below.
16.Camp Dimensions #1: Height (What is the highest point of your camp in feet?)(Required.)
17.Camp Dimensions #2: Area (How much total square footage are you requesting?)(Required.)
18.Camp Dimensions #3: Road Frontage (How much frontage do you require for your camp? How much space (in feet) will you need for the public-facing (road) side of your camp?)(Required.)
19.Structures: Are you bringing large structures or community set-ups that would affect the size/shape of your area? Items such as shelters, domes, DJ booths, projection surfaces, monkey huts, and large scale art installations should be included.(Required.)
20.Support Vehicles & Trailers #1: Does Your Camp Include Special Vehicles or trailers (RVs, Buses, Art Car, Campers etc.)? Please note: All support vehicles and trailers MUST be listed on this form for validation, otherwise they will not be able to remain within the theme camp. We have limited space so we request that you do not have vehicles in your camp unless they are necessary.(Required.)
21.Support Vehicles & Trailers #2: Please list the dimensions of each box truck, RV/Camper/Trailer, or larger vehicles staying at your camp.(Required.)
22.Support Vehicles & Trailers #3: Please list the dimensions of each personal vehicle staying at your camp (again, keeping a personal vehicle at camp is strongly discouraged unless absolutely necessary. We wish this wasn't the case, we just have limited space).(Required.)
23.Camp Access: We may have new placements this year that would either
involve walking items back to camp to set-up for a short distance or be
accessible by smaller vehicles (cars, SUVs) only. Would you be able and open to your camp access being accessible by:(Required.)
24.Village & Mutual Support: Are you partnered with other theme camps for collaboration and support? Please explain which camp and any requirements by proximity.
25.Accessibility: Are there any accessibility issues that require placement accommodation, e.g. being located close to portapotties? If yes, please list.
26.Layout: Upload a graphic or sketch of your camps layout.(Required.)
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27.Sound #1: Do you consider your camp to be a sound camp?(Required.)
28.Sound #2: What is your theme camp's noise level? This will dictate where you will be placed in the applicable sound zone.(Required.)
29.Sound #3: When will you have sound at your camp?(Required.)
30.Sound #4: Will your camp be bringing a generator?(Required.)
31.Sound #5: How will you be soundproofing it? (Please Note: Generators in close proximity to camping and communal spaces will require sound proofing)(Required.)
32.Power & Lighting #1: If your camp is bringing a generator how many watts is it?
(This is for placement considerations for large generators)
33.Power & Lighting #2: Would you be willing to share lighting and/or power for event lighting around your space? Our land management team has paid special attention in curating and clearing space, including around the many ancient oak trees and other hardwoods on the property to showcase the beauty their esthetics bring to the experience.(Required.)
34.Operations #1: What are your primary hours of operation?(Required.)
35.Operations #2: What are your secondary hours of operation?(Required.)
36.Operations #3: Will Your Theme Camp Be Serving alcoholic beverages?(Required.)
37.Operations #4: Will Your Theme Camp Be Serving Food? What kind?(Required.)
38.Fire & Flame: Does your camp include flame effects, fire art, or pyrotechnics?(Required.)
39.Safety #1: Does your camp include grills and/or of fire producing devices for support? Please, explain. (Camp fires and flames that cannot be shut off with a knob are not allowed)(Required.)
40.Safety #2: Does your camp plan to use lasers? If yes, please explain your safety protocol for using them.(Required.)
41.Safety #3: Are there any special considerations in regards to safety and the interaction of participants with your camp?(Required.)
42.Safety #4: What does your camp's safety plan include?
(Examples: fire extinguishers, first aid kit, etc.)(Required.)
43.Civic Responsibility: Like our theme camps, volunteers are integral in enabling success for the continued growth of our event and the richness of its experience. As theme camp leaders, you play a significant role in helping us instill volunteerism amongst the members of your camp. What are some successful methods that you've used to encourage your camp to volunteer for Engulf (i.e. rangers, sanctuary, first aid, night rangers, art, etc.) ?(Required.)
44.Leave No Trace: Please explain your plan to ensure your area is swept of MOOP upon strike and exodus.(Required.)
45.Let us know!: Is there anything else that you would like for us to know for placement? Share your personal preferences here. We’re here to work with you to make sure that your camp is placed appropriately.
46.I understand that placement is a privilege and this form represents a request. To be considered for placement, my camp must remain in good standing with the Board, Rangers, City Planning, Earth Guardians, and Site Operations departments, in addition to offering community events hosted by my camp.(Required.)