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Utility Locate Rodeo 2012
Location: UGA
Date: August 2-4, 2012

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Questions & Answers


Q: How much does it cost to enter?
A: The Rodeo costs $150.00 per competitor.

Q: Can I sign up to compete on the utility type of my choice?
A: Yes. The Competition will allow you to choose your favorite utility type.

Q: What if all of the 30 slots are already filled in the Division that I wanted to compete in?
A: Your only choice would be to select another Division. It is suggested that you register as early as possible in order to compete in the desired Division.

Q: Will the competitive events include all types of utility facilities?
A: No. But water (metallic), natural gas (tracer wire and metallic), power, and telecommunications (including fiber, copper and CATV) will be involved.

Q: Will we have to sign a liability release?
A: Yes

Q: How many competitors can come from a single company?
A: Five (5) per company when registration opens initially. "Open" registration begins on May 11, allowing companies to buy additional slots above the initial 5 per company. At that time, all available slots left in each division will be first come, first served until the absolute deadline of June 15, 2012. All registration closes June 15, 2012.

Q: Will a paramedic be on the grounds?
A: We will have first aid kits at key sites. If you need first aid help, please ask anyone with a walkie talkie.

Q: Will chairs be available for family members and spectators?
A: Yes in very limited quantities. Please feel free to let your family and friends know that bringing a collapsible chair is a great idea. Also, be aware that it will be very hot in August in the Atlanta area, so feel free to bring umbrellas, wide-brim hats and plenty of sunscreen.

Q: Will a concession stand be set up with soft drinks and food?
A: No, the campus is basically closed down during this time. Competitors and volunteers will have snacks and drinks provided to them. Spectators should consider bringing their own.

Q: When do I need to check in for the Rodeo?
A: All participants must check in on Friday, August 3, 2012 before NOON at the Gwinnett Marriott, Duluth, GA. Located on Pleasant Hill Rd. A MANDATORY COMPETITORS' MEETING will take place at the Gwinnett Marriott at 2:30pm sharp. (All competitors must attend to sign waivers and receive info packet) Missing the Mandatory meetings may disqualify the competitor. Please plan travel plans accordingly. Traffic and weather events may prevent serious delays at the airport and to the hotel. We encourage either coming in Thursday night or on the earliest possible flight Friday morning. Additionally Friday traffic is really bad in Atlanta. Keep this in mind.

Q: What about parking at the Rodeo grounds?
A: Limited parking will be available adjacent to the Rodeo grounds for all NON-COMPETITORS. All Competitors will be shuttled to and from the Hotel. Courtesy Shuttle Vans will be available to shuttle spectators or non-competitors to and from the Rodeo grounds. Courtesy Van schedule and Campus Event Map will be provided.

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