To the Editor:
I would like to make some suggestions to those considering attending this year's Tubestock in the hope that things will proceed more smoothly this year. These comments are in response to some problems in recent years that, if they occur, will place the future of Tubestock in jeopardy.
Tubestock is not a Dartmouth event, but rather an Upper Valley event open to all. The College is in no way connected with Tubestock, though students at Dartmouth are naturally welcome to attend.
This year the authorities will be watching to see whether we can prevent the problems of the last few years and have a safe event. Be aware that the police will not hesitate to make arrests should they feel necessary.
If you observe the suggestions of the police and Tubestock Security and follow the rules below, we will all have a great time and Tubestock may continue:
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Health and safety are paramount. If you see someone who is endangering themselves or others, please take action. Help them to the shore or somewhere safe. Call in the Tubestock security, the Norwich Police or the New Hampshire Marine Patrol if necessary.
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Tubestock attendees are subject to the laws of Vermont and New Hampshire, including underage drinking and public intoxication. Don't expect the police to ignore violations just because you're at Tubestock.
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Do not obstruct traffic.
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Selling alcohol without a license is illegal in both New Hampshire and Vermont.
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Parking is available for a small fee a few hundred yards north of Tubestock, just before De 'n Ro's Restaurant in Norwich, VT. If you choose to park on River Road, make sure all four wheels are off the road (defined by the single line) or you will be towed.
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One swimmer was hit by a boat propeller last year and sustained a serious foot injury. Ideally, people shouldn't bring motorboats but if they do, they should plan on anchoring for the duration and refrain from trying to cruise through the crowd. Make sure your boat, anchored, or not, has a sober captain.
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Please stay toward the Vermont (west) side, allowing a lane on the New Hampshire side for passing boaters.
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Trash needs to be disposed of properly, not dumped in the river. Please plan ahead to leave the river as you found it. Most canoeists and anchored boaters are willing to accept trash from tubers. You can drop trash on the Vermont side at the Norwich boat landing. All attendees are responsible for their own trash.
Because of the past actions of a few, attention is focused on Tubestock as never before. The future of Tubestock is in all our hands.
