Guidelines
Membership Guidelines
Newcomers must attend at least one dinner social (Munch) in order to
become a participant. Participants must be at least 18 years of age. A
current, valid picture ID must be presented when joining.
Participants are expected to know and to obey GWNN Membership and GWNN
Party Guidelines.
All GWNN functions, Munches, and Parties are to be considered
confidential. Do not discuss Party activities with non-participants.
Cameras or other recording devices (including camera cell phones) are
not welcome at GWNN activities. Infractions may result in revocation and
removal. We ask that you step outside or well away from the
activities if you must use your cell phone.
Recreational drugs are not allowed at GWNN functions, Munches, or
Parties. Alcohol in moderation is permissible for attendees over 21
only. Infractions are not debatable and may result in expulsion from
GWNN functions and/or revocation and removal.
Participants may attend Parties. Participants may invite 2 non-member
Guests to Parties.
Tickets are required to enter Parties. Participants must present their
Identification Card to purchase party tickets, both for themselves and
their Guests.
The Masters-at-Arms, President and individual board members retain the
right to revoke or remove any attendee at any time.
Party Guidelines
You must attend a GWNN munch in order to get a membership card.
A photo ID must be initially presented as proof-of-legal-age.
PARTY ATTENDANCE:
All GWNN Parties are restricted to those eighteen (18) years of age or
older. The following categories are authorized entrance to a GWNN Party:
GWNN members and their guests.
Members of sister organizations recognized by GWNN and
approved Guests.
Individuals attending a Board-approved special function such
as the Bash, under the guidelines established for that function.
The GWNN sponsor must accompany guests at the door. All attendees must
read and understand the complete GWNN Party Rules and Disclaimer
Statement before being granted admittance to the Party.
TICKET SALES:
GWNN Party tickets may be purchased as follows:
Tickets may be purchased at the Munch upon presentation of a
valid photo ID.
Tickets may be purchased at the door upon presentation of a
GWNN membership card.
RESPONSIBILITY:
All attendees are responsible for compliance with the Party Rules.
Sponsors are responsible for the conduct of their guests.
Copies of the rules will be prominently posted, and will be available at
all functions.
CONFIDENTIALITY:
All party activities are confidential.
Party attendance, scene participation, and conversations are to remain
confidential among the participants.
Attendees will refrain from discussing other people's activities outside
the party environment.
Cameras and recording devices (including cell phones) are prohibited.
Please keep cell phones put away and if you must use it please step
outside or otherwise away from the activity.
ALCOHOL & CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES:
The consumption of alcoholic beverages (in moderation) is
permitted by Party attendees who are 21 years of age or older. All
alcoholic beverages must be transported to and from the building in an
enclosed container.
Selling, sharing, giving or otherwise providing alcoholic beverages to
an underage attendee will be grounds for immediate expulsion from the
Party premises, and may subject the offender to additional disciplinary
actions by the Board.
NO ILLEGAL DRUGS ARE ALLOWED.
Possession or usage will result in immediate expulsion from the Party
premises, and may subject the offender to additional disciplinary
actions by the Board.
TOUCHING OTHERS:
Don't touch other people, their toys, or possessions without permission.
Attendance at a party does not grant the freedom to touch, fondle,
grope, play, command or otherwise make contact with an individual.
Repeated requests after a person has said "No," persistent harassment,
stalking-like behavior, or other unwanted advances may be grounds for
expulsion from the party.
PROHIBITED ACTIVITIES:
No sex. This includes oral-genital contact, and vaginal or anal
penetration by genitals or strap-on false genitals. Fisting is also not
permitted.
Offensive behavior. This includes, but is not limited to, overt
masturbation while observing, touching others without permission,
starting fights, etc. The enforcement of this rule is at the DM's
discretion.
Exceptionally dangerous or messy activities. This includes inverted
suspensions, watersports, scat play, any form of breath control, and any
play that might splatter blood or other bodily fluids on other members.
PROPERTY DAMAGE:
All efforts must be made to avoid damage to the Party premises. Damage
to the premises could result in loss of availability of the facilities
for GWNN usage.
Drop cloths must be used for any wax play, blood sports, saline
inflations, or other forms of play that may be messy. Any drop cloth for
wax play or fire play must be flame resistant.
Play scenes are normally restricted to the tiled floor area. Minimal
(light) play may be allowed in the table area provided it does not
interfere with traffic, or disturb other guests. Examples of light play
include nipple tweaking, over-the-knee paddling, and similar activities.
The basic rule of thumb is "If it disturbs the person next to you, take
it to the floor."
For safety reasons, spectators are not allowed on the play space
floor.
DM ALERTS:
Notify a DM (Dungeon Monitor) before any edge play. DM's will be
identified by their orange vests.
Examples of edge play include suspensions, bullwhips or other long
whips, any form of fire play (wax, cuppings, brandings, etc),
bloodsports, play piercings, and other scenes where special precautions
must be observed for safety reasons.
DM's are responsible for monitoring all party scenes to ensure equipment
and personnel safety, and compliance with the party rules. Do not argue
with a DM's call. If you have questions about a call, politely ask to
speak with the DM Supervisor or a Board Member, who will explain the
reason for the call.
SPECTATOR RULES:
If watching a scene, do so from a reasonable distance. If a designated
spectator area has been established, please use it. Spectators are not
allowed on the play area floor.
Speak quietly to avoid disturbing the participants. NEVER shout, clap,
or otherwise create a disturbance that might affect the concentration of
the scene participants.
Never intrude on a scene or ask to participate.
Wait until both scene and all aftercare is complete before approaching
or speaking with scene participants.
SAFETY:
The GWNN Party "safe word" is "RED." Upon hearing the safeword, a DM
will immediately stop the scene.
DM’s have the final say in all disputes. Always listen carefully and do
what they say. In the event of an emergency, the DM's will direct you to
the nearest safe exit, or provide additional instructions.
If the main interior lights flash or come on during the party it means
that there is an emergency and everyone should become as quiet as
possible to hear any announcements. Immediately end all scenes, and
prepare to leave the building if necessary.
ENFORCEMENT OF PARTY RULES:
GWNN reserves the right to enforce these rules as necessary for the
safety, security, and confidentiality of its members..
Violation of any of these rules may result in a warning, termination of
a scene, removal from the party, or expulsion from the group, depending
upon the severity of the offense.
GWNN reserves the right to refuse membership, participation, and/or
entry to a party to anyone.