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Information for Visitors
Important Phone Numbers
University Police: (707) 826-5555
Custodial Emergencies [M-F 8am - 4:30pm]: (707) 826-3646
Space Rules
The leaseholder and their attendees agree to all “Lessee Commitments” in their executed lease.
All individual posted space rules must be followed.
Cal Poly Humboldt is a “Smoke-Free Campus”, this prohibits the use of cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other smoke-emitting products, including e-cigarettes and vapor devices.
Open flame of any kind is prohibited on Cal Poly Humboldt Property.
Domestic Animals other than Service Animals are not allowed in any campus buildings. For more information see the Animals on Campus Policy.
- No vehicles on track or turf
- Firelanes, aisles and exits must remain clear at all times
- No cleats on track (rubber mats must be used)
- No nuts with shells (sunflower seeds)
- No pets or ESA’s (service animals only)
- No drugs
- No smoking of any kind, including vaping, and no tobacco products
- No chairs (other than stadium chairs)
- No glass
- No alcohol unless sold by Cal Poly Humboldt concessions or in open containers
- No drones
- Stay off of athletic equipment
- No horseplay/pick-up games on sidelines
- Parents must be physically present to supervise minors at all times
- No confetti or glitter
- Parking is limited to designated parking stalls only
Restroom Information
- The Redwood Bowl restrooms are located on the Redwood Bowl Plaza behind the scoreboard. The Women's restroom is straight behind the scoreboard.
- The Mens restroom requires you turn left at the Women's room and go into the
hallway.
Firelane
The firelane must remain clear at all times
Ambulance Parking
(For events requiring one)
- The ambulance may not drive on the track or the turf
- The ambulance must stay parked behind the bollards in the walkway next to the bleachers adjacent to the Softball Field.
- No Food, gum or shelled seeds
- No batting of balls except in the batting cages
- No pitching machines on the turf except to throw flyballs in the outfield
- No pitching machines for ground balls on the turf UNLESS there is a protective mat being used to prevent divots of any kind where the ground balls are consistently hitting
- Protective ground mats to be used at all hitting stations
- Portable nets can only be used by Cal Poly Humboldt Teams
- Stationary hitting stations set up outside of batting cages to bat into nets are allowed
- Molded cleats or athletic shoe only
- Do not penetrate surface with sharp objects including tent stakes or corner flags
- Chairs and tents are NOT allowed on the turf
- Chairs and tents should only be set up on the bleacher side concrete
- Chairs and tents are NOT allowed on the turf
- No food including gum and sunflower seeds
- No tobacco products of any kind
- No sports drinks or liquids other than water
- No glass
- No pets or ESA’s; Service Animals allowed
- No bicycles or other unapproved vehicles
- Approved athletic equipment only
- Bleachers can move but should NEVER go onto the turf
- No driving on the turf
Team Drop Off
- Buses and vans can drop off in the turnout on LK Wood.
- Buses and vans cannot park in turnout
- Can park in the 4 hour parking spots on the 14th Street bridge
- Can pay at metered spots
- can utilize general parking spot with paid permit
Firelane
The firelane should remain clear at all times
Pool Use Policies
- Use of facilities will be restricted to responsible organizations, groups or individuals in good standing with the University.
- Applicants will ensure the University that they will be personally responsible or will guarantee orderly behavior and they will underwrite all damages due to their use of the facilities.
- Please prepare for the first 10 minutes of your rental/facility use for the Lifeguards to review the rules and safety guidelines with the attendees.
- Please prepare for the last 15 minutes of your rental/facility use for the Lifeguards to clear the pool and supervise facility clean-up as needed based on event details and pool schedule.
- Food can only be brought into the facility and consumed in designated areas if food is approved for the event.
- Absolutely NO GLASS containers, including coffee mugs and juice bottles allowed in the pool vicinity.
- Violation of any of the rules and regulations, as stated herein, may result in the group being denied the privilege of future facility usage.
- The pool must be left according to the “Pool Set Up Checklist” for the next group. Failure to do so may result in no longer being in good standing for pool use.
- When appropriate the Aquatics Director may be consulted on policy changes, rule changes or for subject matter expertise in regards to running the pool facility.
- Renters are required to follow all posted pool rules. It is the responsibility of the user/renter to ensure all guests know and follow the rules.
- Water toys must be approved by the Head Lifeguard on site.
- All swimmers are subject to a swim test prior to entering the deep part of the pool. U.S.C.G. approved lifejackets are available upon request. Specific rules and parameters of lifejacket use can be discussed to the renters. While in the
water, all non-swimmers must be within arm’s reach of a capable swimmer age 16+. U.S. Coast Guard approved life jackets cannot be used as a substitute for adult supervision.
Pool Rules
- All swimmers must follow the rules and directions from the lifeguards and/or Aquatic Director.
- Always walk. Running is not allowed within the facility.
- Rough play and excessive splashing are prohibited.
- Food and beverage should be consumed outside of the pool itself, preferably on the bleacher area or benches.
- Smoking, alcohol, and drugs are not permitted at the pool. Person(s) under the influence will not be allowed into the pool area.
- All swimmers may be asked to take a swim test to qualify them for swimming in the deep area of the pool. Passing of swim test is at the discretion of the lifeguards on duty.
- Diving is restricted to the 10-13 feet area only. All dives or jumps from the diving blocks or edge of the pool will be straight out from the deck, forward facing and only performed in water clear of other swimmers and away from corners, ladders and other hazards. Jumping into the shallow area is permitted as a feet first jump.
- Proper swimming attire must be worn by all swimmers.
- Lap swimmers must share their lanes. Splitting of the lane or circle swimming is
encouraged. - Equipment must be used appropriately. Lifeguards can help explain proper
techniques. - Lifejackets may be worn in the shallow area or in the deep area only if supervised such as a class setting, Lifejackets must be Coast Guard approved Type II or III, fitted properly without any rips or tears.
- Do not hang on the lane lines, ladder areas, or stair railing.
- Safety will never be compromised for fun.
- Aquatic Director or lifeguard on duty may change, alter or include other rules due to
safety without notice. - *Admittance can be denied or revoked if it becomes a safety hazard to the other patrons or
staff any activity judged as unsafe by a lifeguard will not be allowed. No persons shall
conduct themselves in the pool or pool facilities in such a manner as to jeopardize the
safety and health of themselves or others. All patrons are responsible for knowing and
following all rules*
| Best Parking Lot Addresses for GPS Navigation | |
|---|---|
| Entire Campus College Creek Soccer Field John Van Duzer Theater (JVD) | 1 Harpst St, Arcata, CA 95521 Main Parking Lot |
| Harry Griffith Hall College Creek Soccer Field Natural Resources Building | Harry Griffith Hall, B St, Arcata, CA 95521 (Small Parking Lot) |
| Behavioral and Social Sciences (BSS) Building Forestry Building | Behavioral and Social Sciences Building, Union St, Arcata, CA 95521 (Small Parking Lot) |
| Best Drop off Addresses for GPS Navigation | |
|---|---|
| Redwood Bowl Field House Forbes Gym Rec and Wellness Center Lumberjack Arena Pool | 1951 Fieldhouse Ct, Arcata, CA 95521 |
| Quad Nelson Hall Gutswarrak Student Activities Center (GSAC) Siemens Hall Library | Plaza Ave, Arcata, CA 95521 |
| John Van Duzer Theater (JVD) Music Buildings Fulkerson Recital Hall Art Buildings | 175 Laurel Dr, Arcata, CA 95521 |
| Founders Hall | 1 E Laurel Dr, Arcata, CA 95521 |
| Bus Stop | Line | Campus Locations |
|---|---|---|
| Cal Poly Humboldt (Library) | Gold Orange Red RTS | North Campus -Library -John Van Duzer Theater -Music Buildings -Founders Hall -Nelson Hall -Siemens Hall -Gutswurrak Student Activities Center |
| 14th St & B St - North Side | Red | South Campus -Gist Hall -Science Buildings -Gyms -Redwood Bowl -Fieldhouse -Wildlife -Harry Griffith Hall -College Creek Field -Natural Resources Building |
| B St & 14th St - NB Stop | RTS | South Campus |
| B St & 14th St - SB Stop | Orange Red RTS | South Campus |






