Visitor Safety
At Fellowfield Discovery Park all our activities are outdoors, subject to the weather and other natural conditions. When you are at Fellowfield, we require that you follow our written policies and any verbal instructions that staff may give to ensure everyone's well-being. This helps us to keep our guests, staff, wildlife, and land safe and healthy.
Park Rules
Respect the Land and One Another
You are welcome to interact with the life and features you discover at Fellowfield, but in doing so, be aware of your impact.
Do not harass animals or disturb their nests or burrows.
Do not harvest or damage plants or flowers, unless invited to do so as part of a staff-led program.
Do not litter.
Treat other guests and staff with courtesy.
Take Your Trash
Fellowfield is a zero waste site. We compost onsite. If you bring something with you that needs trash or recycling disposal, please take it with you when you leave.
Dress Appropriately
We encourage all visitors to wear close-toed shoes. Some learning workshops and volunteer activities will have dress requirements. Follow the instructions you are given in your confirmation email when you register.
Be Aware of Risks & Take Reasonable Precautions
Fellowfield is a natural environment. Take reasonable precautions to protect yourself, such as wearing gloves, hat, or long pants, putting on bug spray and sunscreen, and carrying water with you. Common risks you may encounter include:
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Poison Ivy
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Ticks
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Stinging insects
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Uneven terrain, holes, stumps, and other tripping hazards
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Trees and shrubs with thorns, including the hawthorn, buckthorn, rose, and blackberry
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Fallen tree snags and branches​
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Heat and rain
Ask Questions If You Are Unsure
If you are unsure about a plant, animal, or situation you encounter, step back from it and get staff assistance.
Lock Your Car
Fellowfield cannot guarantee the safety of unattended vehicles or their contents.
No Smoking​, Hunting, or Firearms