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 About 10KLF
 What
are the dates of the 2008 10,000 Lakes Festival?
 The
6th Annual 10KLF will take place July 23 - 26, 2008.
2008 Festival Information: The
6th Annual 10,000 Lakes Festival (10KLF)
will take place Wednesday, July 23rd through Saturday,
July 26th, 2008 at the scenic Soo Pass Ranch in Detroit
Lakes, Minnesota. 10KLF features premium on-site camping
and live performances all weekend long.
The 10,000 Lakes Festival showcases over 60 artists
and bands on four stages, including the Barn Stage on a
shady hill overlooking the concert bowl, the Field Stage
where music-lovers spread out and soak up some sun,
the Saloon Stage for intimate concerts and late night jams,
and the Main Stage where everyone gathers in the evening
for the headliners.
The event ticket price includes all band performances 7/23/08
- 7/26/08 and camping under the stars adjacent to one of
the the most beautiful outdoor concert venues in the nation.
The Soo Pass Ranch features wireless Internet access, numerous
bars and food/beverage/merchandise booths. Large, permanent
restroom facilities with running hot and cold water surround
the concert bowl and 24-hour security and medical personnel
are available to assist you.
10KLF
contains numerous lakeside, wooded and rolling-field campgrounds
built specifically for people to enjoy their weekend in
a spacious, friendly and comfortable setting. Festival-goers
can relax in beautiful Lake Sallie Campground with over
3,000 feet of shoreline or settle into the shady
forest campsites of Northwoods. VIP Camping is located
in the hills directly behind the Main Stage with a number
of electrical hookups available, and the Blue Ox/Viking
Campgrounds offer meadow camping on rolling manicured fields.
The campgrounds are well groomed with permanent roads,
lighting and real showers with hot water. Campsites are
suitable for virtually any kind of camping vehicle. Every
campground is within walking distance of the concert site.
All campgrounds will open at 10:00am on
Wednesday, July 23rd for Music and Camping Ticket
holders. The campgrounds will remain open until Sunday,
July 27th at noon.
Please note: every vehicle entering the campgrounds
must have a Campground Vehicle Reservation. Click
Here for more info.
The first band performances
begin at 6:00pm on Wednesday, July 23rd.
General Admission Music
and Camping Tickets and VIP Packages are on sale now at
the Ticket
Store.
Driving Directions/Airport Info
The 10,000 Lakes Festival is held at the Soo Pass Ranch
and Amphitheater on Minnesota Highway 59, four miles south
of Detroit Lakes, Minnesota and fourty-five miles east
of Fargo, North Dakota. A map and directions to our site
and the specific campground you are staying in will be
included with your tickets. Follow the signs and instructions
from our parking staff to enter the camping and parking
areas. Campsites are filled as vehicles come in, so you
must meet with your group before you arrive at the campgrounds
if you want to camp together.
We are approximately 220 miles northwest of the Minneapolis
/ St. Paul area, and 45 miles east of Fargo, North Dakota.
Driving Directions:
From the Minneapolis / St Paul area take Interstate 94
West to US Hwy 59 North (Near Fergus Falls, MN, Exit 50).
The Soo Pass Ranch is 40 miles north from this exit on
U.S. Hwy 59. You can also take U.S. Hwy 10 West from the
Minneapolis/St Paul area. U.S. Highway 10 takes you directly
into Detroit Lakes. Follow it through the city to U.S.
Highway 59 South (left hand turn off of US Hwy 10). We
are 4 miles South on US Highway 59.
From the Fargo area
take U.S. Hwy 10 East to U.S. Highway 59 South (right hand
turn off of U.S. Hwy 10). We are 4 miles South on US Highway
59
Airports: the closest commercial
airport is in Fargo, ND. (Yes, that Fargo).
;> It is about a 45-55 minute drive from the Fargo airport
to the festival site. There are cars for rent at the airport,
but sell out fast as summer approaches.
You can also fly into Minneapolis, MN, and flights can often
be cheaper than flying into Fargo. This is a huge airport with rental cars. It
is roughly a 4 hour drive north from Minneapolis to 10KLF.
Airport Shuttles: there are no official 10,000
Lakes Festival shuttles.
However, MrBusDriver.com has
organized a number of airport bus shuttles from both the Fargo, ND and Minneapolis,
MN airports directly to the festival grounds, with a return trip back to each
airport on Sunday. There is also a pickup scheduled for St. Cloud, MN. For more
details Click Here.
Arriving
At Your Campground
There are no left-hand, cross-traffic turns. You must be traveling in the correct
direction in order to make a right-hand turn into your campground. If you do
not have a Campground Vehicle Reservation when arriving, follow the road signs
and you will be camped in the next available campground. There is plenty of room.
Lake Sallie Campground: You must be driving south
on 59 to make a right turn into the campground.
Northwoods Campground: You must be driving north
on 59 to make a right turn into the campground.
VIP Campground: You must be driving south
on 22 to make a right turn into the campground.
Blue Ox/Viking Campground: You must be driving north
on 22 to make a right turn into the campground.
There will be campsites and tickets available at the gate. But we strongly recommend
purchasing everything in advance to speed your entry into the festival. Follow
the road signs.
Click
Here for a Google Map of the area.
Day-Parking: for
those of you who are not camping, you need to be traveling
on County Highway 22. Day-Parking is on the east side of the
venue. Follow the signs.
Date/Time
10KLF 2008 will take place July 23 - 26.
The musical performances happen Wed. 7/23 through Saturday,
7/26. All
campgrounds will open at 10:00am on Wednesday, July
23rd for Music and Camping Ticket holders. The campgrounds
will remain open until Sunday, July 27th at noon.
Please note: every vehicle
entering the campgrounds must have a Campground
Vehicle Reservation. Click
Here for more info.
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Re-Entry Policy
You may come and go as you wish, but you will be subject
to ticket and security checkpoints upon re-entry. No ticket,
no entry.
You will receive a wristband when you present your ticket
at the campground or parking entrances. This wristband
must be worn at all times during the festival. Lost or
stolen wristbands can not be replaced.
What is provided
- Potable water
- 24-hour Medical Assistance and Security
- Showers
- Portable and permanent toilet facilities
- Food, Beverage and Merchandise Vendors
- Pay telephones
- ATM's available on the concert grounds
- Master Card and Visa credit cards are accepted on site
for admission and most food and beverages
- Camper trash bags and recycling bags
- Friendly and helpful staff.
What to bring
Minnesota is wonderful in the summer. Temperatures occasionally
reach into the 90's during the day and it can be chilly
at night. Generally the heat is mild. The average high temperature
in July is 78 and the average low is 58. Rain is a possibility.
Unless weather conditions are dangerous, performances will
go on rain or shine.
Click
Here for current weather conditions in Detroit Lakes
Things you should bring:
- Warm coat/clothes and sleeping bag
- Camping chairs
- Insect repellant
- Sunscreen
- Clothing for hot weather
- Sunglasses < - Bathing suit and towel for lake swimming
- Rain gear
- Flashlight
- Camping light, batteries
- Extra set of vehicle keys or key code
- Disposable camera
- Baby wipes or cleansing cloths
- Band-aids or a first-aid kit
- Tent or other suitable shelter for sleeping
- Shade (tarp or shade tent)
- Food, snacks, bottled water (a variety of food and
beverages will be available)
- ID (especially if you wish to purchase alcoholic beverages)
- Cash (there are ATMs on site, but lines can be long)
If you forget anything, Detroit Lakes is a great little town with plenty of retail stores.
What not to bring
- ABSOLUTELY NO PETS! Vehicles with pets will not be allowed
into the campgrounds or parking areas. Call Jim Neitzke
at Rolling Acres Boarding at 218-847-6821 to arrange boarding
for your pet.
- No weapons of any kind
- No fireworks
- No illegal substances. We must follow Minnesota laws
in all respects. There will be vehicle searches as you enter the festival
grounds.
- No glass bottles or glass containers. This includes beer bottles.
- The sale of alcohol, tobacco and unlicensed food/merchandise
is strictly prohibited
- Amplified performances by bands/dj's are not permitted
in the campgrounds
- No scooters or personal motor vehicles
of any kind (non-motorized bicycles are allowed in the
campgrounds)
- No unauthorized vending will be allowed. Unauthorized
vendors will be turned away and risk having their wares
confiscated. For more information about vending please Click
Here
What is allowed into the concert field
- Factory sealed bottled water (non-glass containers)
- Empty water bottles to be filled inside (non-glass containers)
- Non-framed backpacks and small bags/purses (subject to
inspection at the venue gates)
- Disposable or small personal cameras. No professional
photo gear.
- Folding lawn or camp chairs. Chairs may not be left
in the concert area overnight.
- Strollers for the kiddies
What
is not allowed into the concert field
- No glass or cans
- No food or drinks, other than factory
sealed water bottles and small snacks.
- No video equipment or professional photo gear.
- No weapons, fireworks or illegal materials of any kind.
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Arriving/Departing
When can we arrive? When do we have to leave?
All
campgrounds will open at 10:00am on Wednesday,
July 23rd for Music and Camping Ticket holders.
The campgrounds will remain open until Sunday, July 27th
at noon. Do not arrive early. You will be turned away.
Please note: every vehicle
entering the campgrounds must have a Campground
Vehicle Reservation. Click
Here for more info.
The first band performances begin at 6:00pm on Wednesday, July 23rd.
Will
all of the campgrounds open at once?
Yes.
With the purchase of your Campground Vehicle Reservation,
you will know in advance which campground entrance to use.
All campgrounds will open at 10:00am on Wed. 7/23/08.
Will
the entrances to the campgrounds be open 24 hours?
Yes.
Campground entrances are open and manned 24 hours a day
between Wednesday, July 23rd at 10:00am and Sunday, July
27th at noon. We strongly advise arriving at your campground
in the daylight hours. Life will be much easier for all
of us if you plan it this way.
What
do I need to have with me when I arrive?
We
strongly urge you to buy your tickets and Campground Vehicle
Reservations early. This will dramatically shorten your
wait in line (which is usually pretty short, anyway) and
guarantee you a camping spot in the campground of your
choice. You will need to show ID as proof of age. There
will be a brief vehicle search as you enter the campgrounds
and parking areas. Tickets and Reservations will be available
for sale at the gate.
Where are the closest airports to the venue?
The closest
airport is in Fargo, North Dakota and is about a 45 minute
drive. The Minneapolis/St. Paul International airport
is a 4 hour drive north to the venue. There are numerous
car rental companies at both airports. We strongly suggest
making a reservation as soon as possible if you need
a car.
Will you be
providing any shuttles to/from the airports?
There
are no official 10KLF shuttles. However, MrBusDriver.com has
organized a number of airport bus shuttles from both the
Fargo, ND and Minneapolis, MN airports directly to the
festival grounds, with a return trip back to each airport.
There is also a pickup scheduled for St. Cloud, MN. For
more details Click
Here.
If I am
staying off site, can I leave and come back?
Yes.
As always, you need tickets and will go through security
checkpoints. There will be day parking available. Follow
the signs as you approach the venue.
Campgrounds
+ Camping
What
is a Campground Vehicle Reservation?
The
purchase of a Campground Vehicle Reservation guarantees
that a camping spot will be waiting for you when you
arrive at 10KLF. Reservations are available
when you purchase your tickets. Lake Sallie, Northwoods,
Blue Ox, Viking and VIP Campground reservations are
available for sale now in the Ticket
Store. Camping sites are limited in each campground.
We will stop selling reservations for a specific campground
once it is full.
Will
Campground Vehicle Reservations sell out?
It
is likely that the Lake Sallie and Northwoods Campground
Vehicle Reservations will sell out, as they are our
most popular campgrounds. The Soo Pass Ranch can handle
any size crowd, so additional campgrounds will be opened
if necessary. Buy your tickets and Campground Vehicle
Reservation now if camping in a particular campground
is important to you. You may arrive at the festival
without a campground reservation, but you will not
have a choice of campgrounds to choose from. You will
be directed to the nearest open campground where a
Campground Vehicle Reservation can be purchased.
Does
everyone in my vehicle need to have a Campground Vehicle
Reservation?
No.
You only need one Campground Vehicle Reservation per
vehicle. But each person in your car must have purchased
a Music & Camping Ticket, or must purchase one at the
gate.
Will
Campground Vehicle Reservations be available for
sale at the gate?
Yes,
but you will not be given a choice of campgrounds.
You will be sold a reservation for the campground with
available spots.
When
do the campgrounds open and close?
All
campgrounds will open at 10:00am on Wednesday,
July 23rd for Music and Camping Ticket holders. The
campgrounds will remain open until Sunday, July 27th
at noon. Do not arrive early. You will be turned
away.
The first band performances begin at 6:00pm on Wednesday, July 23rd.
Will I be
camping next to my car?
Yes.
There are more than enough great camping spots at the 10,000
Lakes Festival. Many have lake views and shady trees and
most are spacious. Roads must be kept clear in order for
the sanitation and safety trucks to do their jobs. Please
help us keep tents and gear away from the roads.
Can we
leave the campgrounds and re-enter?
Yes.
Tickets, please. There will be security and vehicle checks
as you re-enter.
Can you
reserve a specific spot in a campground?
No. Campsites
are filled as vehicles come in. But, you can guarantee
that a spot will be available for you in a specific campground
with the purchase of a Campground Vehicle Reservation. You
must meet with your group before you arrive at the festival
in order to camp together.
Is
there a "Family Campground"?
Yes.
There will be a number of "Family Areas" in each
campground. Please tell the 10KLF camping personnel that
you wish to camp in the family area and we will accomodate
you if at all possible. Please keep in mind that this event
is intended for adults.
What will you be providing at the campgrounds?
There
will be bathrooms (mainly Porto-Johns), hand wash stations,
potable water, real showers and 24-hour security/medical.
Ice will be available at several locations throughout
the campgrounds and from a roving truck. A water and pumper
truck for RV services will be available during daylight
hours for a small fee.
What emergency services will be available on site?
There
will be 24 hour security, locksmiths and EMT's.
Will pets be allowed in the venue/campgrounds?
ABSOLUTELY
NO PETS! Call Jim Neitzke at Rolling Acres Boarding Kennel
- 218-847-6821. You will not be allowed
into the campgrounds or parking areas with pets.
Will RV's be allowed? Is there a charge? Will there be any hookups? Do we have to reserve a spot?
RV's will
be allowed at no charge and will have no designated area.
A very limited number of electrical hookups will be available
with the purchase of a VIP camping package. A roving "honey
dipper" will pump for a reasonable fee, but we recommend
that you dump your tanks properly before entering and after
leaving the festival site.
What is the largest size RV allowed in the campgrounds?
There
is no limit on the size of RV's that we allow.
What kind of handicap facilities will you be providing?
There
is a designated area for parking and camping for people
with special accessibility needs. You must have an official
Disability Certificate or plate for your vehicle if you need
to use these areas. There will also be accessible restroom
facilities. There are no stairs or other barriers to entering
the concert grounds. There will a wheelchair accessible space
inside the concert area. You may make reservations
for space in the Accessible Camping Area at the on line ticket
store or by calling the Ticket Office at 1-800-493-3378.
What will we be allowed to bring into the campgrounds?
You can
bring your own food and beverages into the campground
areas. No kegs, barrels or 55-gallon drums. You must be
21 and be able to prove it to drink alcoholic beverages.
Illegal materials, fireworks, glass bottles and weapons
are not permitted. Fires must be modest and in small grills
or fire rings. Acoustic music is welcome. No electrified
music gear in the campgrounds. The Golden Rule applies.
Will bands be allowed to play in the camping area if not affiliated with the festival?
No.
Are we allowed to bring gas powered generators?
Yes,
but only small portable generators 25KW or less. Loud
generators are not permitted.
Will there be any electricity in the camping area?
There
will be no electricity available in the camping areas,
except for a very limited number of electrical hookups
in the VIP campground.
Are you allowing therapy dogs in the campgrounds?
Yes, but
they must be licensed. Please Contact
Us in advance.
Is there cell phone service available at Soo Pass Ranch?
There
is a cell phone tower nearby, although due to expected high
calling volume, service may not be consistent.
Can
I camp in the VIP Campground without having VIP Music & Camping
Tickets?
No.
The VIP Campground is open for VIP Ticket holders only.
But, VIP Ticket holders do not have to camp in VIP Camping
and may opt to purchase any available Campground Vehicle
Reservation from the Ticket
Store.
Can I bring my bicycle?
Yes. Non-motorized
bicycles are allowed in the campgrounds, but not in the
concert venue. There are numerous bike trails that connect
with the campgrounds if you want to take a very pleasant
ride.
Venue/Concert Grounds
What
can I bring into the concert area?
Non-framed backpacks, empty plastic water bottles, factory-sealed plastic water bottles, small snacks and empty camelbacks. All entries will go through a physical search when entering the concert grounds.
Will we be allowed to leave the show and come back?
Yes.
You will pass through a wristband and security checkpoint
each time you enter.
What is the taping policy going to be? Will we need to get tapers tickets?
Audio taping will be permitted. Video Taping will NOT be allowed. No special tapers ticket will be necessary.
Will cameras be allowed in the concert (venue) area?
Small
or disposable cameras will be allowed in the venue area.
Professional cameras will NOT be allowed. Video taping
is not permitted at any time.
Tickets
How
can I purchase tickets and Campground Vehicle Reservations?
Tickets
and Reservations can be purchased on-line through our Secure
Ticket Store.
Tickets may also be purchased by calling 1-800-493-3378.
Will
there be a ticket price increase?
Yes.
Purchase your tickets now for the best ticket prices and
Campground Vehicle Reservation availability.
Can I bring my kids? Do they have to pay?
Yes,
children are welcome under adult supervision. But please
keep in mind that this event is intended for adults. Children
must have a ticket and be under parental supervision at all
times.
When will
the tickets be sent out?
All tickets
will be shipped within 30 days of the event via standard
mail.
How can
I check the status of my ticket and how can I change the
mailing address, etc?
If you purchased your tickets through
the 10,000 Lakes web site, please email tickets@10klf.com
or call 1-800-493-3378. If you bought your tickets through
another ticket outlet, please contact them directly for
ticket issues.
Vending
What
will be available for purchase at the festival?
There
will be merchants of all kinds including clothing, artisans,
food and beverage vendors. We have made a conscious effort
to provide a wide range of products for sale at reasonable
prices. For campground vending information Click
Here.
How do I become a vendor at the 10,000 Lakes Festival?
Click
Here for vending information.
A note about unauthorized vending:
We understand that vending has been a vibrant part of
the festival culture from day one. But we must abide by
all Minnesota laws, particularly regarding the unlicensed
selling of food, alcohol and tobacco on the 10,000 Lakes
Festival property. Unauthorized and unlicensed vendors may
be fined and risk having their wares confiscated by the
State of Minnesota Health Department. These laws are in
place to protect the public from potential health risks,
not to hassle anyone. We must also protect the interests
of the authorized vendors who have spent their own hard-earned
money to vend at the festival. We appreciate your understanding
in this matter. If you have any comments or suggestions
regarding unauthorized vending please email us at info@10klf.com
10KLF
2008 Public Safety
The 10,000 Lakes Festival is commited to providing a safe, clean and friendly
music and camping environment. As a festival attendee, we expect you to help
us in this goal.
The Soo Pass Ranch is a music venue and strictly follows the laws and guidelines
that apply to any ballpark, stadium, arena or amphitheatre in Minnesota. As in
any public setting, you are responsible for your actions. Please remember that
you are a guest in Detroit Lakes and represent the festival to the community
at large. We ask that you be good neighbors both inside and outside of the festival
grounds.
Local and state law enforcement are involved with every aspect of our security
plan, and will be present inside as well as outside of the festival grounds for
your safety. In the case of an emergency immediately contact any 10KLF Staff
or 24-Hour Security and Medical station located throughout the venue and campgrounds.
The Minnesota Highway Patrol will be patrolling the roads leading into the festival.
The Becker County Sheriff's Department will be patrolling the festival throughout
the duration of the event.
There will be brief vehicle searches of all vehicles entering
the festival. There is a strict no pets policy at 10KLF. Vehicles with pets will
not be allowed into the festival! Fireworks, weapons, glass bottles, glass, pets,
furniture, and illegal materials of any kind are strictly prohibited.
The 10,000 Lakes Festival grounds are subject to county, state and federal laws.
Violation of these laws including illegal behavior conducted in plain sight is
potential grounds for search, citation or arrest. Please abide by all local,
state and federal laws and lock up and secure your valuables when you leave your
campsite. Your cooperation is essential for all of us and for the festival's
future.
If you have any questions about 10KLF Public Safety please email info@10klf.com
Accessible
Information
There are no stairs or other barriers
to entering the 10,000 Lakes Festival concert grounds. There will be wheelchair
accessible spaces inside the concert area. There will
also be accessible restroom facilities. There is a
designated area for parking and camping for people
with special accessibility needs. You must have an official
Disability Certificate or plate for your vehicle if you need
to use these areas. You may make reservations for space in
the Accessible Camping Area at the 10KLF
Ticket Store or
by calling the Ticket Office at 1-800-493-3378.
Miscellaneous
What is the security going to be like at the 10,000 Lakes Festival?
24-Hour
Event Security & mounted patrols will be located throughout
the site for the entire duration of the event. We must
abide by all Minnesota laws. If you engage in illegal
activities you must expect consequences. If you have
an EMERGENCY, find a staff person with a radio, go to
an information tent, medical tent, or tell one of the
mounted security personnel. There will be a brief vehicle
search of every vehicle coming in to the campgrounds or
parking areas.
What are the exact set times?
The exact
set times (and set lengths) are a work in progress. Visit
the Artist Set Times page for
the latest info. All artists and set times are subject
to change.
Is there a 10KLF Street
Team?
Yes.
Email Us
for Street Team information.
Are there any employment opportunities with the 10,000 Lakes Festival?
Yes. Click
Here for employment information.
Is 10KLF an annual event?
Yes.
The 2008 10KLF is our sixth event and we look forward
to doing this for many summers to come!
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