Wellfield Botanic Gardens Visitor Guidelines To ensure a positive experience for all, please be aware of the following rules and guidelines:

For The Enjoyment Of All • Stay on pathways and mowed lawn areas. Do not walk in mulched or planted garden beds. • Please leave flowers and plants for everyone to enjoy. Do not pick flowers, disturb or remove plants, collect or remove seeds, flowers, fruits, vegetables, plant labels, etc. • Vehicles are not allowed beyond the WBG parking lot. • No music. • No soliciting. • No smoking. • Do not stand in/on fountains, pool borders or in any water. • Visitors must observe and comply with all local noise ordinances. • Absolutely no idling of vehicles is permitted on the WBG campus. • The WBG disclaims any responsibility for any personal or property damage or loss during the visit to WBG.

Photography • Wedding and bridal parties must abide by the rules and guidelines outlined in the Commerical Photo Policy. • Photos and videos are not to be sold or used for any commercial purposes without advanced project review and authorization; projects will be approved on a case- by-case basis and will occasion fees. • If a visitor is asked by another person not to take pictures of that person or others accompanying that person, the request must be honored to protect personal rights of privacy. If a picture has already been taken, it must be deleted upon request.

Attire And Clothing Changes • Appropriate dress is required at all times. • Shirts and shoes are required at all times.

Wildlife And Animals • Do not feed or handle the wildlife. It can be harmful to them - and you. • Animals are not allowed in WBG except service animals and those that hold a WBG Pet Pass.

Artists • Light collapsible chairs or stools (no lawn chairs) are permitted for artists at work. Please position chairs in a grassy area or large paved area so walkways remain clear. Do not enter planted or mulched beds. Watercolor artists, please dispose of waste water carefully in sinks; do not dispose on walkways, benches rocks, plants or garden areas, as they can become discolored.

Smoking And Litter • The Garden is a tobacco-free environment. Smoking and tobacco products and devices are not allowed on property, including all buildings, grounds, restrooms, and parking lots. • We care about the environment. Please dispose of waste in recycle bins when appropriate. Do not litter.

Picnicking • Picnicking is not allowed anywhere on Garden property. • The Garden provides many benches throughout the grounds for resting. Please refrain from lying down on benches, so that other visitors may have a seat. • No outside alcohol.

Meetings And Gatherings • Formal/informal groups or parties are not allowed to hold meetings, weddings, memorial services or christenings at the Garden without advance space rental. Visit the website for more information.

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Personal Safety (Continued) • Two-wheeled scooters, “wheelie” shoes, bicycles, skates or skateboards are not allowed. • No firearms.

Solicitation Policy

The Wellfield Botanical Garden values the visitor experience. In order to provide a distraction-free environment for our guests, we do not allow solicitation or petitioning of any kind from any outside, nonsanctioned entity on Garden property, regardless of the organization or cause being represented. This includes, but is not limited to, the circulation or distribution of literature, brochures, handbills, leaflets, signage, pamphlets, notices, cards, advertising, promotional items, petitions, registrations, etc. Informational tables and booths are not permitted. Garden property includes the grounds, buildings, parking lots and other facilities. Anyone not in compliance with this policy will be asked to leave the premises. The rights of other visitors to enjoy the Garden must always be respected. The Garden reserves the right to ask a visitor to leave for inappropriate or offensive behavior. Visitors will be held liable for any damage to Garden property.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

• Non-school classes led by an instructor not affiliated with WBG are not permitted. This applies to both for-profit and not-for-profit classes.

Personal Safety • Do not wade or swim in ponds, streams, or fountains. • Do not climb trees. • Do not hang backpacks or props on trees or plants. • Please keep your personal items with you at all times. The Garden cannot be held responsible for missing items. If you recover an item on the grounds that does not belong to you, please turn it in to the Visitor Center Lost & Found. • For their safety, please supervise children at all times. • No climbing, running, sports, or games. • Climbing is allowed on the Mother’s Day Bear Sculpture in the Annual Garden.

Visitors’ Cottage and Gardens / 1011 N. Main St. Administrative Office / 921 N. Main St. P.O. Box 476 / Elkhart, IN 46515-0476

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Future Amphitheater Japanese Bridge Council Ring Black Oak Arbor Waterfall Pavilion Children’s Bridge Birch Grove Arch Entrance Serpentine Water Fall Future Wetlands Learning Center