Rustic Ranch Nights – Code of Respect

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This space thrives on trust, communication, and mutual respect. Whether it’s your first time or your fiftieth, you’re responsible for upholding the culture that makes Rustic Ranch possible. These aren’t just rules, they’re the foundation of the freedom we all come here for!

• Clear, enthusiastic, and ongoing consent is the only kind of consent that counts.
   
• No means no. Maybe means no. Silence means no. Only an active yes means yes.
   
• If you’re not sure, don’t touch.

• Don’t assume anyone’s gender, orientation, preferences, boundaries, or role.
   
• Don’t assume couples are “open” or that someone is “available.”
   
• Curiosity is welcome. Entitlement is not.

• No phones or recording devices in shared spaces. Ever.
   
• Don’t share anyone’s name, story, or experience without their explicit permission.
   
• What happens here stays here.

• If someone expresses discomfort or sets a boundary, honor it immediately and without pushback.
   
• If you see something off, say something to a host. We will intervene.
   
• Being under the influence is no excuse for violating the code.

• Treat the Ranch like it belongs to all of us, because it does.
   
• Clean up after yourself. Respect the land and the structures.
   
• If something breaks or spills, tell a host. No shame, just communication.

• If a host asks you to pause or leave, that decision is final.
   
• We don’t tolerate repeated boundary-pushing, harassment, or aggressive behavior (physical or verbal).
   
• This space is a privilege, not a right.

• There’s no dress code except authenticity and comfort.
   
• Wear what makes you feel good. Undress if that feels right. Be who you are, without forcing that on anyone else.

• Before joining a conversation, sitting near someone, touching someone, or entering a play space, be sure to ask.
   
• A question never ruins the mood. It builds the mood.

• Alcohol is permitted, but intoxication is not a vibe.
   
• If you're visibly altered or losing awareness of others’ boundaries, a host may pull you aside or send you home.
   
• Hydrate. Eat. Take breaks. Take care of yourself.

• You’re not just a guest; you’re part of the energy.
   
• Be generous. Be gracious. Be into connection, not just consumption.

• We’re here to protect the space and the people in it. That includes you.