FAQ's

We are so excited that you are joining us at the beautiful festival grounds overlooking Wachusett Valley, “The Mountain”. These stunning grounds offer the best of nature, just a short drive from Boston, and serve as a perfect backdrop for our favorite day of the year. The Mountain Stage is off of Jewell Hill Road, Watch for  signs on Rte 12 in Ashburnham.

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We encourage you to bring what you need to make the day as comfortable as possible. For planning purposes, please be aware that the Moose Jam is a carry-in, carry-out festival. If you arrive after the closest lot fills there could be a short climb uphill to the actual festival grounds, with some uneven ground.

 

Let us know if you are handicapped and require assistance.

 

"Tentative" Schedule:

• 10:15 AM: Guided hike to the Hudson Overlook from where you can see the Boston skyline

• 10:55-11 AM: MC Opening Announcements

•  11 AM-12:15 PM: Mark Fisher and the Flycasters on the Main Stage

• 12:15 - 12:25: Gary's Welcoming Message/Timberlost -Janet Morrison

• 12:25 - 12:45: Guest Performer on the Side Stage

• 12:45 - 2 PM: Big River Stomp On the Main Stage

• 2 - 2:10 Announce Raffle Call

• 2:10 - 2:30: Guest on the Side Stage

• 2:30 - 3:45: Arnold's Carnival on the Main Stage

• 3:45-3:55: Announce Raffle Winner

• 3:55 to 4:15: Guest Performance on the Side Stage

• 4:15-5:30: Moose Juice on the Main Stage

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What to Bring

• Any special foods and beverages that you would like ** Please note that there will be no alcoholic beverages served on site. We will provide potable water, bring your own water bottles

• Sunscreen, sunglasses, hat/visor, lip balm

• Bug spray

• Comfortable walking shoes or sandals. There will be uneven ground here and there, and possibly a bit of poison ivy near the entrance. So please plan for appropriate footwear.

• Lawn Chairs and/or Blankets (up to 8x8)

• Flashlight or Headlamp for leaving The Mountain after dark

• Portable power bank, charge cords, and spare camera batteries as appropriate

• Reusable water containers- lid encouraged. (The bees tend to be very curious about what might be inside your cup! We don’t want you to get an unexpected surprise in your sip.) There will be water filling stations throughout the festival grounds.

• Extra clothing- plan for layers- it gets chilly on The Mountain once the sun goes down!

• Hiking footwear - There is a guided hike to the Hudson Overlook planned in the morning. From this overlook one can see the Boston skyline on a clear day.

Don’t Pack

• Weapons of any kind, drones, illegal substances, noise makers or projectiles to The Mountain.

• Smoking is regulated due to extremely dry conditions. We have one smoking area, which includes vaping, located on a paved area of the grounds. To ensure the safety of all attendees, volunteers, and performers, there will be no open flames or vaping allowed anywhere on the grassy areas of the festival grounds or parking fields. Any open flames or smoking outside of the designated smoking area may result in your being asked to leave.

• Valuables: The parking lots are not monitored. Lock your vehicles, and please don’t bring anything you can’t afford to lose

• Canopy/sunshades are permitted in designated areas furthermost from the stage. If your camp chair has a built-in shade awning, please ensure that it won’t obstruct the view of other Moose Jammers.

 

Accessibility

If you have mobility issues and would like a little help with parking and accessibility at The Mountain, please reach out to us in advance and we’ll make sure you're well cared for from your arrival at The Mountain right through your departure.

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Amenities and Services

Parking is Free

• Food- You are encouraged to bring your own snacks however, we will be providing Free Pizza from Brothers Pizza,
  Free Ice Cream from Ashburnham Wine and Spirits, Free Cookies made by Joe Gallien and Blueberry Frittersfrom Olde School Country Kitchen—while they last.

• Restrooms - Portable toilets with handwashing stations will be on site.

• Moose Town- Be sure to make your way through this amazing area filled with vendors, nonprofit organizations and Reiki therapist, Tarot Card Reading.
  
  Let the Games Begin! As soon as you arrive you are invited to enter the numbered ticket stub into a canister for a FREE Raffle to win a great surprise gift.
   

We can each do a little good to support a safe and positive experience for our vendors, musicians, and one another. As we prepare to gather at The Mountain, we invite you to be mindful of some helpful logistics.

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** Children under the age of 12 are free - For the safety of all, please supervise your children at all times.