Departure from The Grand Gathering

Packing up and Leaving...

It’s sad… but you don’t have to go home, you just can’t stay here.

Grand Gathering 2025 — Departure Guide

Thanks for an amazing week! Use this checklist to exit safely and efficiently.

Load‑Out Windows & Vehicle Access

  • Keep lanes clear; coordinate within your camp to avoid blocking others.
  • Village: Vehicles must be out by 4:00 p.m. when vehicles are permitted in the village.
  • Campground: Vehicles must be out by 5:00 p.m.
  • Never drive or park on grass inside the Village.

 

Pack‑Out Checklist

  • Police your area: remove all trash; leave no trace.
  • Ash & coals: cool fully before disposal; never dump hot ash in dumpsters.
  • Greywater: dispose per posted guidance; do not pour in public areas or on pathways.
  • Return any Hynafol‑provided items per your package instructions. Castle keys: return at Front Gate.
  • Double check tents, remove anything tied to ropes / walls, and walk the area for stray items.
  • Lost & Found: at the Front Gate; found items are displayed on a table outside.

 

Shuttle Back to AUS

  • Sunday, Nov 16: Shuttle departs site at 12:00 p.m. Arrive 15–30 minutes early to stage bags.
  • If you miss the shuttle, arrange a rideshare/taxi to Austin-Bergstrom (AUS).

 

After You Leave

  • Join the Discord for Lost & Found follow‑ups and photo sharing.
  • Complete any post‑event surveys sent to your email.
  • Hydrate, stretch, and rest—see you next year!

 

Contacts

Important Contacts:
– Emergency: Call 911 first.
– 24/7 General Number (Hynafol): 206.395.6368
– Overnight Phone to Camping Guardshack (they can radio/call anyone needed): 979-575-3497
– Email: info@hynafol.com
– Discord (pre‑event comms): https://discord.gg/cgC8GhAq