Chippewa Football Game Day Primer

The following information contains several aspects pertinent to the Central Michigan Football fan experience.

• The student tailgate lot is located in Lot 63 East and begins four hours before kickoff.

• CMU fans can reserve space on Alumni Island through the home season for pre-game tailgating. Reservations can be made by calling 989-774-6680.

Accessibility – Handicapped Patrons
Accessible seating is available. Fans requiring special assistance are urged to make ticketing arrangements through Ticket Central (989-774-3045) in advance.

Accessibility – Deaf and Hard of Hearing Patrons
Open captioning service is available for patrons unable to hear stadium announcements. All public address announcements will be accessible through a live blog throughout the game. To utilize this service, please visit the Customer Service kiosk at the Northwest corner of the stadium to check out a display device or follow online using your own internet device.

Alcohol
It is strictly prohibited to bring alcohol into Kelly/Shorts Stadium. Individuals violating this policy are subject to ejection from the stadium. Alcohol will be available for purchase at concessions.

ATM
There are no ATMs located inside the stadium. We recommend visiting an ATM prior to arriving to campus.

Bag Policy
To enhance security measures and help speed entry, Central Michigan has implemented a clear bag policy for all football games. Each spectator is permitted to enter Kelly/Shorts Stadium with one clear plastic, vinyl or PVC bag not to exceed 12" x 6" x 12" and one handbag no larger than 4.5" x 6.5".

Camera Policy
Small cameras are allowed. Camera bags are not permitted in the stadium

CMU Merchandise
For official Chippewas merchandise, our Chippewas Varsity Shop is stocked with the latest gear from the Adidas sideline collection. The other game day location is on the southwest corner.

Chippewa Pride
We are honored to be known as the Chippewas and we are very proud of our close relationship with the Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe. The mimicking, stereotyping, and misrepresentation of Native American cultures and people are attitudes and behaviors that will not be tolerated. Offensive behavior or insensitive actions are not tolerated at any athletic events and will be subject for removal.

Chippewa Sports Properties Radio Network presented by Fabiano Brothers
Play-by-play announcer Adam Jaksa and color commentator Brock Gutierrez bring fans every first down, touchdown, and goal line stand throughout the season. Listen to all games locally on 98.5 WUPS, across the state on one of our network affiliates, or anywhere in the world on TuneIn Radio or the Central Michigan Gameday App.

Concessions
Concession stands are located throughout the entire main (west) and east concourses, at Club Level and the south entrance. Cash is accepted at all concession stands, FLEX Dollars, debit and credit cards are also accepted at the main concourse stands.

Conduct
Central Michigan Athletics expects all fans to conduct themselves in an appropriate manner at all times before, during and after the game. We expect all fans to treat other fans, players, coaches and officials with courtesy. Fans should contact a stadium official or a police officer if they feel someone is not acting appropriately. Fans may also report game day problems, unruly fans, or suspicious activity by calling (989) 774-3081.

First Aid/Emergency Medical Assistance
First aid is available next to Section A in the northwest corner of the stadium. In case of an emergency, please contact the nearest police officer, usher, or security guard for assistance or call Central Michigan Police at (989) 774-3081 or 911.

Food and Beverage
Outside food and beverages are prohibited.

Gates
All gates to Kelly/Shorts Stadium will open 90 minutes prior to kickoff. All bags are subject to CMU's bag policy and subject to search. There are gates located on all four corners of the stadium.

Guest Services/Lost and Found
Information regarding the stadium is available at the Fan Central kiosk located on the concourse north of the stadium. If any article is lost or found in the stadium, please inquire about it or report it to the Fan Central kiosk. Articles not claimed prior to the end of the game are turned over to CMU Police, (989) 774-3081.

Permitted Items
The following items may be brought into the stadium:
•   One clear plastic, vinyl or PVC bag not to exceed 12" x 6" x 12"
•   One hand bag no larger than 4.5" x 6.5"
•    Seat Cushions (no pockets)
•    Seatbacks (no pockets)
•   Binoculars
•   Cell phones
•   Small non-professional cameras and radios
•   Blankets and rain apparel
•   Signs

Prohibited Items
For the safety and game day experience of all fans, the following items are prohibited from entering the stadium:
•   Non-clear bags larger than 4.5" x 6.5"
•   Camera bag
•   Binocular case
•   Computer bag
•   Luggage
•   Backpacks
•   Fanny Packs
•   Outside food and drink including bottled water
•   Aerosol and spray cans
•   Weapons
•   Umbrellas regardless of size
•   Animals (except service animals)
•   Alcoholic beverages
•   Coolers, thermoses, cups, bottles, cans or flasks
•   Artificial noisemakers
•   Smoking in the stadium
•   Signs on poles that block the view of other fans or stadium advertisement

Central Michigan University reserves the right to deny anyone or anything from entering the stadium. Items that are left behind at point of entry are not the responsibility of the university.

Parking
All parking lots open four hours prior to kickoff and continue until kickoff. Tailgate lots will shut down at kickoff. Chippewa Athletic Fund members and season ticket holders can save money by purchasing a season pass for only $65. Contact Ticket Central at (989) 774-3045. Single game parking passes purchased in advance are $20. Parking purchased on game day is $20 and can only be purchased with cash at the entrance of designated lots.

Pets
All pets (including dogs) are prohibited inside Kelly/Shorts Stadium and tailgate areas. (Exception: Service animals.)

Security
Our emergency action plan is designed in cooperation with the Department of Homeland Security to keep all fans safe while providing a pleasant game day experience. This is accomplished by all fans being aware of their surroundings and reporting any issues to police or security. Security personnel, trained annually for emergency procedures, are located throughout the stadium. All fans are subject to search as they enter the stadium to ensure a safe and secure environment.

Strollers
Strollers are allowed, but may not be left unattended in the concourse or areas of the stands. They are subject to search at the gates.

Tobacco Use
Central Michigan University establishes the following tobacco free policy, for all CMU properties, facilities, and vehicles in which university functions are offered or carried out, regardless of location. This includes all CMU sites whether owned or leased. As used herein, tobacco products includes traditional cigarettes, ecigarettes, chewing tobacco, pipes, cigars, hookah or waterpipe smoking, snus, snuff, etc.

RV Parking
1. RVs are permitted to park in lot 63W.
2. RV lots open four hours before kickoff. If you are trying to enter the lot during periods of heavy traffic, you may be directed to an alternate lot.
3. The cost for an RV parking pass is $80 for a single game and $255 for a season pass. The cost of overnight parking is $100 for the night prior to the game, which includes gameday parking.

Tailgating/Parking Guidelines
1. Parking permits should be clearly displayed from the rearview mirror in order to assist parking personnel in directing traffic. Permits should be displayed at all times.
2. All drivers should be observant of instructions from police officers and parking personnel. Vehicles parked in fire lanes, at the end of aisles and in any other illegal location will be ticketed and/or towed. Spaces are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Spaces may not be reserved for later-arriving vehicles unless authorized by the CMU Athletics Department.
3. Vehicles must only occupy one parking space. Tailgating accessories may not be placed in any designated parking space as space can be very limited.
4. Tailgating is permitted from four hours prior to kickoff to the start of the game. Tailgating is not permitted during the game, at halftime or after the game.
5. Michigan laws pertaining to the possession, consumption and distribution of alcohol and controlled substances will be enforced. Tailgating may not include kegs or mass quantities of alcohol. Glass containers are not permitted in the tailgating area.
6. The CMU Police Department determines the tailgating area. Alcohol is not permitted outside this area.
7. Drinking games or activities that encourage excessive alcohol consumption are prohibited.
8. Large trucks (e.g., U-Haul-type, over 2-1/2 tons, etc.), vehicles with trailers and buses are not permitted in the tailgating area without prior written Athletic Department approval.
9. Large grills pulled on their own wheels by vehicles are not permitted in the tailgating area without prior written Athletic Department approval. Open fires are not permitted.
10. No animals, with the exception of service animals, are permitted.
11. The use of external sound systems is permitted, but is subject to control by CMU Police.

Tickets
Tickets may be purchased on in advance or on game day by visiting one of the ticket booths at the stadium. Ticket windows and public will call windows open three hours prior to kickoff. All other will call windows open 90 minutes prior to kickoff. Tickets for player guests, recruits and high school coaches will be available 90 minutes before kickoff.

CMU students are admitted free to all CMU sporting events with their student ID card. The student gates are located at the northeast and southeast gates of the stadium.

50/50 Raffle
50/50 raffle tickets are available at each home game. Ticket sellers can be found throughout the stadium. The winning ticket number is announced during the third quarter.

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