ZNA LAND POLICY
We were given the pleasure of celebrating the roots of our scene in this idyllic piece of land.
With such an honour comes great responsibility.
Therefore we ask you to never forget to strengthen your precautions towards the environment that is allowing us to have such a deep experience.
It’s strictly forbidden to:
A – Use any kind of fire.
Fire risk is EXTREMELY HIGH on the ZNA Land, so please don’t put yourself or others at risk and protect Mother Nature. Fire is ABSOLUTELY forbidden in any form!!!
B – To make your basic necessities in nature.
For the community’s health safety using ZNA Land surroundings it’s not an option.
C – To cut or destroy any kind of living tree or plant.
D – Kill or arouse on purpose any kind of lifeform.
E – Displaying or distributing any propaganda materials related to politics or religion, including flags, stickers, or drawings.
F – No pets allowed
Due to the issues we had on the last editions we’ve decided to forbid pet owners to bring their pets under their supervision and responsibility. Unfortunately experience tell us that some owners don’t respect the safety and public health rules, and for that reason we can’t allow pets anymore.
Besides that if you love your pet you should know that festivals are not a place for them. Especially in this region of Portugal where temperatures can rise upwards of 40º C. This can cause extreme dehydration to your pet.
Bringing your pet to the ZNA Gathering can be a painful experience for your animal, and can also cause risks to public health.
The only dog-friendly zone will be outside the festival perimeter.
Whether you meant to do it or not – it is NOT COOL to abandon your dog. In previous editions there have been many cases of abandoned dogs, leading to incidents like people being attacked by pets left alone and in stress. It’s not clever to bring your dog to ZNA.
DON’T TAKE THE RISK
If you decide to bring them regardless, you must be aware that if you get caught you will be escorted out of the festival.
LAKE POLICY
Always use the lake in a responsible way.
Make sure you’re in the right mental and physical condition to enter the water.
Do not swim down too deep or too far away from the shore.
Avoid swimming alone.
Always keep a constant eye on children as they play near or in the water.
Never use the lake as your toilet. This affects the health of all Zambus.
Do not pollute the water with soap or detergents of any kind.
Respect others and nature!!
CAMPING POLICY
The allowed camping area is enclosed through it’s perimeter, Zambus should always respect these limits.
It’s important that you acknowledge that no bottles, cans, glass, containers, nor alcohol are allowed.
Only food, chairs, tables, or picnic equipment can be brought onto the campsite – please help us minimize the impact on nature by not bringing too much camping gear and then leaving it behind. Glass bottles increase the risk of fire and are harmful for nature if left behind, so they are not allowed. Any of these items that are found will be confiscated.
Water and non-alcoholic drinks in plastic bottles with unbroken seals up to 500ml are permitted in the festival area.
SHOWER POLICY
The showers are supplied with the same mineral water you can find on any tap at the Gathering. Once you use that water for bathing, it is collected in tanks.
The water is then pumped and transported to a water treatment facility, many kilometres away. This is a strenuous and costly task, but one we take on seriously and with great resolve.
For the community’s safety, never use the showers as your toilet. This is a serious health risk for all Zambus.
We care for your comfort, and Mother Nature’s preservation, so we kindly ask you to use the shower water wisely, and make sure you use only biodegradable shampoos, soaps, etc.
Showers will be available from 7am to 11:30am and from 05:30pm to 10pm.
Please save shower water!
Be responsible!
If you get caught doing any type of act that can be considered a lack of respect towards nature or the community’s freedom or rights, don’t take it personally when we invite you to leave the festival perimeter.
Any person who fails to comply with instructions from a steward or other person acting for the Promoter or behaves against the peaceful atmosphere we all want at ZNA Gathering may be removed from the Site.
COMMUNITY KITCHEN POLICY
Due to the strict fire risk ZERO tolerance at ZNA Land, the authorities prohibit the construction of community kitchens or the use of fire-producing equipment (e.g., camping gas) by attendees. This is because ZNA Land is part of a nature reserve, and regulations are more stringent.
Only licensed restaurants and authorized entities are allowed to prepare food, as they undergo various inspections and possess necessary certificates to minimize risks. It is not feasible to ensure the same level of safety in public or common spaces.
However, if you have a caravan with a kitchen and secure a spot in our caravan park, you may prepare meals using your own fire-producing equipment (gas or electric stove) indoors.
Your cooperation in adhering to these guidelines is essential for the safety of everyone at the event.