Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the important dates to remember?
- What's the refund policy?
- Where is the party going to be? What's it like?
- Can we light our own fireworks off at the fields?
- Is there gear for sale at the fields?
- Will there be a Photographer at the tournament?
- Will there be any food at the fields?
- Will there be any sort of medical personnel at the fields?
- What time will games start/end?
- Will there be showers available?
- Is camping allowed at the fields?
- Are dogs allowed at Potlatch?
- Are open flames allowed on the Potlatch fields?
- Should we carpool to the fields?
- Do players at Potlatch have to be UPA members?
- How do I find a team to pick-up with?
Q: What are the important dates to remember?
A: Important dates:
- February 1: Bid window opens
- February 22: Bid window closes for international teams
- February 29: International bids awarded
- April 30: Bid window closes, registration essay due
- May 14: Bids awarded
- May 30: Final payment due, all checks are deposited.
Q: What's the refund policy?
A:
We have decided to institute the following refund
policy for teams that drop after May 30:
- 6/1 to 6/16 - Teams that drop during this window forfeit $300 of their registration fee
- 6/17 to 6/23 - Teams that drop during this window forfeit $600 of their registration fee
- 6/24 or later - No refund
This policy may be adjusted (at the TDs' discretion) for teams who are let into the tournament after the normal dates due to being originally waitlisted (and other extenuating circumstances).
Q: Where is the party going to be? What's it like?
A: The Saturday party is at Redhook Brewery in Woodinville, WA (5 short minutes from the fields).
Directions will be plentiful and handed out in the captains packets and at Frisbee
Central. The party is going to be awesome. As usual,
we're running buses to and from the party.
In 2012, the party will take place in the front bowl area - not the back loading dock where we have been in the past.
The bowl is a nice, grassy area that should suit us a lot better.
We will still have the usual supply of food and beverages.
Q: Can we light our own fireworks off at the field?
A: NO. Do not light any off an fireworks. Beyond being illegal, we don't want anyone to impale themselves on some piece of debris the next morning when they layout. There are supposedly fireworks that are visible from the fields and if that isn't enough for you there are a number of great firework shows in the greater Seattle metro area.
Q: Is there gear for sale at the fields?
A: Of course. We definitely want you to be able to take home a memento or two. We'll have all of our unique Potlatch gear and Five Ultimate will be there as well.
Q: Will there be a Photographer at the tournament??
A: Yes, there will be a photographer for both days of the tournament
taking shots of all players and teams. S/he will be creating a photo
slideshow that can be viewed during the party on Saturday
night. Photos will be available for viewing and purchase on the photographer's
website. More information will be posted prior to the tournament.
Q: Will there be any food at the fields?
A: We'll provide the standard fare for free bagels, fruit, and as much water as you can drink.
We're in talks with several potential sponsors to get free coffee in the mornings but no guarantees yet.
Q: Will there be any sort of medical personnel at the fields?
A: Yes. We staff the event with EMTs and trainers. In years past, we've offered massage and hopefully will be doing so again this year. Stay tuned.
Q: What time will games start/end?
A: The first round will start around 9am and the last round will end around 7pm on both days.
Q: Will there be showers available?
A: Yes, showers will be offered on Saturday evening.
Q: Is camping allowed at the fields?
A: Yes, please try and camp around the outer edge of the fields.
Q: Are dogs allowed at Potlatch?
A: NO. No exceptions.
Q: Are open flames allowed on the Potlatch fields?
A: NO. Please leave the tiki torches, etc at home.
Q: Should we carpool to the fields?
A: Yes, please. We've filled up the parking lots to overflowing in years past. This has resulted in unwanted tickets and towings.
Please carpool if you can.
Q: Do players at Potlatch have to be USA Ultimate members?
A: No.
Q: How do I find a team to pick-up with?
A: Try the Try the DiscNW Potlatch Bulletin Board if you don't already have a team.
Bids are awarded on May 15, so players looking to pickup should wait until the end of the spring to start posting.