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I emailed Laura at Bonnaroo last year and she indicated to me that if you were handicapped and showed up Wednesday night - they will let you in. That being said - I am pretty sure they treat access like anyplace else - the earlier you get there - the further out in access you are. We got there on Thursday last year - waiting in line for about 3 hours - finally got in about 1ish - and were 30 seconds from Centeroo (we ended up close to the ice trucks, watchtower, showers - it was a great spot)
Oh and the dust was not a problem at all last year - but it did rain one night - a downpour - so that may have helped alot.
Last Edit: Apr 15, 2009 9:26:16 GMT -5 by Meg - Back to Top
I stayed in handicap access last year and it was fantastic, I'll be there again this year (bad feet). I struggled with the decision and was afraid I'd be taking someone else's place as well and the gang here really helped me put it in perspective. Think about it this way, you are not kicking an 80 year old lady out of her space, you're using the space so that the event can be enjoyable for your girlfriend rather than a struggle. My doctor had no problem with a placard when I explained where I was going, turns out he's a jazzfest guy. Dust was not an issue at all last year as we had a little rain.
Keep in mind that you are allowed to have a companion vehicle stay in access camping as well so if you have friends going you can have them stay with you. See you there!
I have been considering getting a placard(my doctor has offered it in the past). I have a messed up spine. But I am wondering if they would let you park closer to the front of VIP with it.
I have been considering getting a placard(my doctor has offered it in the past). I have a messed up spine. But I am wondering if they would let you park closer to the front of VIP with it.
I would suggest emailing Laura - you can email her at access@bonnaroo.com
Explain that you are going VIP and ask is there is an access section of VIP. She is really great and informative. It may take a few days to get a response but she will eventually respond
I just found this in the access guide on Bonnaroo.com
VIP Area The VIP area is also located adjacent to the venue. Within its confines there is an Accessible Camping area situated close to the gate to the Main Stage. Accessible Showers and Toilets There are nice accessible portable toilets and showers. Showers are locked and the code is available from the security guard when you first pass through the VIP checkpoint or from a nearby attendant.
VIP access is closer and not all that big so it shouldn't be a problem. If you get a placard make sure its yours through the DMV don't borrow one. They did random checks last year. We didn't get checked but the family next to us said they checked DMV records.
VIP access is closer and not all that big so it shouldn't be a problem. If you get a placard make sure its yours through the DMV don't borrow one. They did random checks last year. We didn't get checked but the family next to us said they checked DMV records.
Good - I got to thinking about that and realized I had never made sure that ya'll would be there - we'll be in an RV and I may be on crutches this year - we'll see
If your on crutches the golf carts can take you back to what stage right up to the access seats. Just make sure you know where its at and point it out on the map. The person last year dropped us off in the wrong area. Which in the end was okay because she dropped us off at the artist area and we got to see BB, Eddie Vedder, Jack Johnson, and the Gogol crowd. Although I think that was a one time fluke.
we were going to, the idea was not be to obvious and get kicked out. Kamala was slowly taking the camera out as we stood about 20 yards from Jack Johnson doing an interview and Eddie was behind him then staff came up. The staff was polite and understood the mistake but couldn't really let us hang out in the artist area...
2008 the Handicapped area was much closer to the special entrance. You just have to get your handicapped wrist band and then you can sit in the special seats as well as use the special entrance.
New last year was the golf carts that were $5 per person and free for the handicapped. They are working wonders with the improvements for those that need some extra considerations.
To do the handicapped camping, you have to have a hang tag and it does not matter if it is a temp one. The MD treating you for the leg, ankle and hip or what ever should be willing to fill out the form for a temp hang tag. Most states have a form on their web page.
My regular PCP gave me a temp one then the doctor that treats me for my awful feet filled out the papers so that I could get a permanent tag.
I do know that there was talk about making sure that the hang tags matched the person using them, but last year I was towed in by Hullet's due to transmission going in the RV so I did not enter through the gates.
The Handicapped Access is a well run, helpful service - I can not say enough about them and all they did for me. They made it possible for me to enjoy more of the event and I know that they did this for a lot of others.
There was no question about wristbands last year. If you are on crutches get a wristband, getting off the ground could wind up causing more harm if you are as coordinated as me LOL!
The wrist bands are limited, they are for people who cannot stand or sit on the ground.
What do those people do? Float?
LOL - no I don't think they float - If you have back issues or hip/leg/ankle issues - it hurts to stand for long periods and for some people - getting on the ground is fine but getting up is the problem
The wristbands allow you access to the Handicapped viewing platforms next to the soundbooth - they have chairs that you can sit on so that you don't have to stand or try to get off the ground
I did not point these options out - because I just figured common sense would say that they get wristbands for the viewing platforms - would be kind of hard to get to the rail in a wheelchair
Well we got the 1-year temporary placard today, so we will definitely be in access camping this year. It'll be much better than last year, and since we'll be closer to tent-only, we'll be able to chill at Camp Inforoo this year.
@ Meg - so we're just over two weeks out, what's the status of the knee? Do you need anyone to bring extra stuff for you?
thank you so much for thinking of me - it's the ankle and it seems it will be good - surgery was 12 days ago and I am amazed - I am walking without crutches or a cane - no boot - no brace - all is good so far - it gets sore and hurts if I am up on it too much but I think that will get much better in th next couple of weeks.
So how much space do you get in the Handicapped area? I broke my Scaphoid bone in my right hand/wrist 2 weeks ago in after someone cut me off on my motorcycle. I had a full arm cast that the hostpital said I would need on for 12 weeks. I could not take the cast after a week and cut it off after I ordered a removable plasticast online for that bone break. I saw a orthopedic surgeon and he said I should be fine with that insted, but to not use that hand at all. If that bone dies from lack of blood I could loose the use of it, I am right handed and I draw for a living. I go back to see him next week to see if it is starting to heal or if I will need pins to be drilled in to hold it together. I am sure I can get a temp permit from him if I told him I may be lugging camping stuff. The thing is I do not think I could carry stuff if I was out in BFE. Do you guys think I should do the handicapped area? or is it for just people that cant walk?
i'm thinking the boy and i will probably be joining you folks in handicapped access. he tore his ACL a couple weeks ago playing soccer and isn't having surgery til after bonnaroo, so his knee is pretty wobbly and it hurts for him to walk for too long.
thank you so much for thinking of me - it's the ankle and it seems it will be good - surgery was 12 days ago and I am amazed - I am walking without crutches or a cane - no boot - no brace - all is good so far - it gets sore and hurts if I am up on it too much but I think that will get much better in th next couple of weeks. 
