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LOCATION – After the proper tent size and style have been determined, choose a desirable location for tent. a. The minimum area required for a pole tent is 8’ in length and width more than the actual tent size. This allows 4’ around all sides for stakes. (Example: A 20’ x 30’ POLE tent requires a minimum of 28’ x 38’ flat level ground)
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UNDERGROUND – It is the renter’s responsibility to locate all possible underground utilities that could be located in or around specified area
a. Utilities could include, but not limited to water, gas, electric, telephone, sewage, etc.
b. If any utilities lay underground of the specified area, THEY MUST BE MARKED.
c. If you have any doubts or questions about underground utilities, please contact your local utility companies. Keep in mind they typically require atleast 1 week advance notice to do a locate if necessary
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OVERHEAD – Visually check the specified area for any and all overhead obstructions that could possibly be in the area of the erected tent top.
a. This includes tree limbs, branches, basketball rims, power lines, etc.
b. Tent height information can be received from All American Event Rentals.
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SURFACE – Surface is also an important issue in determining the proper type of anchor. Listed below are the 2 main types of surface conditions and the standard methods of anchoring,
a. Grass ----------Staked
b. Asphalt --------Staked (Asphalt plugs available to patch holes, if needed. There is an additional charge for them)