Community Guidelines

1. The Non-Aggression Principle

Do not initiate force, fraud, or coercion against any person or their property.

This is the foundation of everything we do. You may defend yourself and your property, but you may not aggress against others. This includes:

• Physical violence or threats
• Theft or vandalism
• Fraud or deception in trades
• Coercion or manipulation
• Violation of explicit agreements

If you violate the NAP, you're responsible for making restitution to those you've harmed.

2. Consent is Mandatory

All interactions require clear, enthusiastic, ongoing consent from all parties.

This applies to physical contact, use of property, business arrangements, and social interactions. Key principles:

• "No" means no. Full stop. No explanation required.
• Silence is not consent. Assume "no" unless you have clear "yes."
• Consent can be withdrawn. At any time, for any reason.
• Respect boundaries. When someone sets a boundary, honor it immediately.

Consent violations are treated as NAP violations and require restitution.

3. Personal Responsibility

You are responsible for your own well-being, safety, decisions, and actions.

The network is not a safety net or a parent. We encourage mutual aid, but no one owes you support, rescue, or resources. This means:

• Come prepared for your own needs
• Manage your own risks and safety
• Accept consequences of your choices
• Don't create dependencies on others
• Ask for help, don't demand it

Mutual aid is voluntary generosity, not entitlement.

4. Voluntary Exchange

All trade, sharing, and cooperation must be voluntary and mutually agreed upon.

No one owes you their labor, resources, or time. Every exchange should be:

• Mutually beneficial - Both parties gain value
• Clearly agreed - Terms are explicit and understood
• Honored fully - Follow through on commitments
• Fairly represented - No deception about what's offered

Failure to honor agreements damages trust and may result in loss of network access.

5. Restitution Over Punishment

When harm occurs, the focus is making the victim whole, not punishing the offender.

If you damage someone's person or property, you are ethically obligated to make full restitution. This means:

• Acknowledge the harm you caused
• Work with the harmed party to determine fair restitution
• Follow through on restitution agreements
• Rebuild trust through consistent behavior

Refusing restitution or repeated harm results in community separation.

6. Privacy & Discretion

Respect others' privacy and practice operational security.

Many network members operate outside the state's preferred systems. This means:

• Don't share others' real names, locations, or activities without permission
• Use encrypted communication for sensitive topics
• Don't photograph people without clear consent
• Respect pseudonyms and privacy preferences
• Don't bring unwanted attention to network activities or locations

Privacy violations endanger the entire network. Take this seriously.

7. No State Involvement

Handle disputes internally. Do not involve police, courts, or government agencies.

We resolve conflicts through voluntary arbitration, mediation, and community accountability. Calling the state on another network member is considered a severe violation except in cases of immediate life-threatening danger.

If you can't resolve conflicts voluntarily, you may not be suited for this network.

8. Children & Families

Parents are responsible for their children's behavior and safety.

Families are welcome, but:

• Supervise your children appropriately
• Teach them to respect others' property and boundaries
• If your child causes damage, you're responsible for restitution
• Don't expect other adults to supervise or discipline your children
• Respect that not all spaces are child-appropriate

Step 1: Direct Communication

Talk to the person directly. Most conflicts resolve here if approached calmly and honestly.

• State the problem clearly
• Listen to their perspective
• Seek mutual understanding
• Propose solutions

Step 2: Mediation (Optional)

If direct communication fails, request voluntary mediation.

• Choose a neutral third party both trust
• Present your perspectives
• Work toward mutually acceptable resolution
• Mediator facilitates, doesn't impose solutions

Step 3: Arbitration (If Needed)

For serious disputes, both parties may agree to binding arbitration.

• Select an arbiter both parties trust
• Present evidence and arguments
• Accept the arbiter's decision as binding
• Follow through on determined restitution

Step 4: Community Separation (Last Resort)

If resolution isn't possible, the community may separate from the problematic individual.

This isn't punishment—it's recognizing that voluntary association includes the right to disassociate. Repeated NAP violations, refusal to make restitution, or inability to coexist peacefully may result in:

• Loss of access to network spaces and events
• Removal from communication channels
• Notification to other network members
• Exclusion from future participation

This protects the community while respecting individual liberty.

1. Respect for Person and Property

The Non-Aggression Principle is paramount. Do not initiate force, fraud, or coercion against any individual or their justly acquired property. This includes physical harm, theft, vandalism, or unauthorized use of another's belongings.

Your space begins where another's ends.

2. Leave No Trace, Take Only Memories

We are guests in nature. Pack out everything you pack in, and more. This includes:

• All trash, recyclables, and personal waste
• Utilize provided composting toilets responsibly
• Clean up your campsite thoroughly before leaving
• Pick up litter you find, even if it isn't yours
• Leave the natural environment cleaner than you found it

Future access to gathering spaces depends on our stewardship.

3. Voluntary Exchange & Mutual Aid

All interactions, including sharing resources, trading goods or services, and offering assistance, should be entirely voluntary and consensual.

No one is obligated to help another, but we encourage acts of mutual aid and generosity as you see fit.

4. Personal Responsibility & Self-Sufficiency

You are solely responsible for your own well-being, safety, and actions.

• Come prepared with what you need (shelter, food, water, medical supplies)
• Manage your own risks
• Don't expect others to solve your problems
• While mutual aid is encouraged, it's not guaranteed

5. Sound & Space Awareness

Be mindful of your noise levels, especially during quiet hours.

• Respect designated quiet hours (typically late night to early morning)
• If your activities affect others, find a mutually agreeable solution
• Music and loud gatherings should be in designated areas or times
• Consider that others may need sleep, quiet, or solitude

6. Consent is Key

All interactions require clear, enthusiastic, and ongoing consent.

Whether social, physical, or otherwise, if someone says "no," or if there's any doubt, the answer is no. Respect personal boundaries at all times.

7. Justice Through Restitution

If you cause damage to another individual's person or property, or to the shared natural environment, you are ethically obligated to make full restitution to the aggrieved party or to restore the damaged area.

This is not about punishment, but about making the victim whole and taking responsibility for your actions. Voluntary agreements on restitution will be encouraged and supported.

8. Festival Conflict Resolution

Should a disagreement arise at a festival or event, follow the same resolution process:

1. Direct Communication: Attempt to calmly discuss the issue directly with the person involved
2. Seek Mediation (Optional): Request a neutral third party to facilitate conversation
3. Voluntary Arbitration/Separation: Submit to mutually agreed arbitration or agree to separate

Please know that while these steps are a foundation, we do have methods for more complex conflict resolution if needed, designed to respect individual autonomy.

9. Fire Safety

Fire is essential but dangerous. Use it responsibly:

• Only build fires in designated areas or fire pans
• Never leave fires unattended
• Extinguish fires completely before leaving or sleeping
• Keep water or sand nearby for emergencies
• Respect fire bans when in effect

10. Parking & Vehicles

Be considerate with vehicle placement:

• Park in designated areas when provided
• Don't block access roads or emergency routes
• Drive slowly in camp areas (5-10 mph)
• Turn off engines when parked
• Be mindful of generator noise and exhaust

11. Substances & Intoxication

What you consume is your choice and responsibility:

• Your intoxication doesn't excuse bad behavior
• Don't pressure others to partake
• Keep your intoxication from affecting others negatively
• If you can't handle substances responsibly, don't use them
• Be aware of local laws (even if you don't agree with them)

12. Vendors & Commerce

Trade freely and fairly:

• Clearly communicate what you're offering and for what price/trade
• Honor your commitments and agreements
• Don't misrepresent your goods or services
• Respect others' business activities
• Keep vending areas organized and clean

Community Accountability

Everyone enforces these guidelines through voluntary association and disassociation.

• Reputation matters—your behavior affects your network access
• People choose who they interact with
• Repeated violations lead to social consequences
• The community protects itself through exclusion of bad actors

No Central Authority

There's no "network police" or enforcement committee.

Issues are handled peer-to-peer through the conflict resolution process. Serious or repeated violations may result in community consensus to separate from an individual.

Host Autonomy

Property owners and event organizers have final say on their spaces.

If you're hosting an event or offering property access, you can set additional guidelines and remove people who violate them. Your property, your rules—within NAP principles.