Harvest Hosts

Code of Conduct

REMEMBER THE GOLDEN RULE

Harvest Hosts members appreciate and understand that the invitation to visit overnight is a special opportunity and will reciprocate by behaving respectfully.  Please remember that these are farms, not campgrounds and respect the work and privacy of those who are hosting you.  We ask that all members show their appreciation of the Host's hospitality by making a purchase.

Out of respect for your Hosts: 

• Always call ahead to arrange for your visit.  Try to give the Host 24 hour notice when possible.  If your plans change, please notify your Host.
• When calling, tell the Host what size vehicle you are driving and ask which entrance you should use.  Ask if there are any conditions you should know about and be aware that you may have to unhook your tow-behind.
• Arrive only during business hours and be aware that some sites may have gates that will be closed after hours.
• On arrival at the site, introduce yourself and show the Host your membership card and vehicle badge. Hosts will only allow current members of Harvest Hosts to park overnight on their property. 
• Show your appreciation to your Hosts by visiting their markets and tasting rooms; please make a purchase as a thank you for your overnight stay. 
• To avoid inconveniencing the work of your Host, park only in the areas indicated by them.  Parking areas may not always be 100% level.
• All vehicles must be self-contained with fresh, gray and black water holding tanks.  Before arriving, ensure that your batteries are charged, your fresh water tank is full and all waste tanks are empty.  Do not empty your gray water on your Host's property.
• Never light fires or use charcoal and ask before using BBQs.
• Inform your Host if you have slide-outs so that you can be parked in an appropriate location.
• Please do not use jacks without jack-pads on asphalt, the weight of the rig can cause damage.
• Remember these sites are working vineyards or farms.  Please use care and supervise small children and pets at all times.
• Farm dogs may be present.  If a pet is accompanying you, please check with your Host before taking them out.  Pets may be allowed only in parking areas and must be leashed.  Please pick up after your pets. 
• Please ask before using your generator.
• Be aware that local regulations may prohibit off-premises alcohol allowed outside of your RV.
• Please be considerate and keep a low profile. Remember that these sites are not campgrounds and that we do not want to disturb our Hosts' neighbors.
• Please do not stay longer than 24 hours.
• Please take all trash with you.
• When departing, thank your Host for your visit.