FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
PACKWOODFLEAMARKET.COM
Located Downtown
Snyder Road & Highway 12
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Q: Can I leave early?
A: No. PLEASE...... no vacating of vending spaces is allowed prior to 1pm on Monday without prior management approval.
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Q: Do I need a business License to sell my product?
A: Yes. If you do not have a permanent business license - no problem - you can still participate in the Flea Market. A "temporary" registration is available at no cost to you. This will ensure that you are able to legally sell at the Packwood Flea Market.
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Q: How do I get one?
A: Easy, To obtain a temporary UBI number (Unified Business Identification) you have three (3) options:
(#1) Goto: www.dor.wa.gov and from the home page click "doing business", then click: "temporary and seasonal", then click: "register on line". When asked for the event enter "Packwood Flea Market", when asked for location enter "Packwood, Wa." You will then be issued a Temporary UBI number. Bring it with you to the event.
(#2) Call (253) 382-2000 & ask for a Temporary UBI # for the Packwood Flea Market.
(#3) Go to www.dor.wa.gov and from the home page click: "get form for publication", then click: "business tax guide" and then scroll to the very bottom of the page for a list of 12 different field offices throughout Washington State where you can obtain your UBI number.
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Q: How do I pay for my booth?
A: Your booth fees can be paid via Check, Cash, Money Order or PayPal.
You can pay the amount in full in advance or submit a minimum $75 deposit to reserve your space, balance due at check-in. We accept personal checks only if received apx 15 days prior to the event. Any payments after the cut-off must be US POSTAL Money Order, Cash or PayPal only.
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Q: Exactly where and how do I check in?
A: The check in entrance is located at the intersection of highway 12 and Snyder Road (across from the Shell station) Check in hours are 8am to 6pm only.Turn on Snyder Rd & continue 150ft & turn into the entrance marked "Flea Market Vendors Only". Wait near the "check in" sign located near the green building. You will be escorted to your space. For a GPS address use: 104 Snyder Rd. Packwood, Wa.
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Q: How are the vending booth locations arranged?
A: Vending booths are set up in rows. All spaces are 20ft deep. Example: If you use a 10X20 space you will have 10ft of exposure to the public. A 20X20 space offers 20ft of exposure. Booths are set up back to back with a customer walking isle in front of each booth extending the length of each vending row.
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Q: Are restrooms available?
A: We provide sani-cans and hand wash stations.They are cleaned and serviced twice daily by Goebel Septic Service.
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Q: What about garbage?
A: We provide garbage cans for shoppers use. There is a dumpster for OUR VENDORS use only (daily personal garbage only). Vendors should not use the garbage cans but place their daily garbage in the dumpster. Cardboard recycle is located at the Ace Hardware store. Absolutely no cardboard boxes, packing materials, broken or unwanted merchandise or other vendor unwanted items are allowed in the dumpster.
Except for the vendors daily garbage, you pack it in ........ you pack it out. Your cooperation is appreciated.
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Q: Is there anything that I can not sell or promote?
A: We encourage a safe family friendly atmosphere at all times. Be a responsible vendor. Any items or behavior considered by management to be unsafe or inappropriate will be addressed. Any vendor asked to vacate the property will do so under Lewis County Sheriff Department supervision and is not entitled to any refund of booth fees.
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Q: Can I camp using my RV on my booth space?
A: Yes. Example: If you use a 30ft RV and purchase a 20x30 space you may park your RV in the rear 10x30 portion of your booth and set up your vending display in the front 10x30 half.
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Q: Can I arrive early?
A: Yes. For 2010 The Labor Day weekend event is Friday Sept 3 thru Mon Sept 6. Vendors may arrive as early as Monday Aug 30th. You will indicate your planned arrival day on your application form. Early arrival days are $15 for each day prior to Friday the 3rd. Example: For arrival Wednesday add $30 to your booth fee.
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Q: What time can I check in on my arrival day?
A: Vendor check in time is between 8am and 5pm ONLY. No exceptions unless other arrangements have been made in advance.
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Q: Can I tear down on Tuesday the 1st?
A: Yes. Camping is FREE on Monday night (Sept 6th) and there is no additional charge for staying to tear down on Tuesday the 7th. Notice! No vacating of vending space is allowed before 1pm on Monday without prior management approval!
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Q: How is my specific booth location determined?
A: Your vending site location is determined by several factors including your booth size, type of products being offered, previous attendance, whether you use an RV on your vending site and which side of the RV you set up on, your registration date as well as your arrival date. While we will make every effort to place returning vendors as close to their desired previous location as possible, a specific row or location can not be guaranteed. We always reserve the right to place vendors in a designated location that best reflects the above criteria.
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Q: Are there camping spots and vehicle parking spaces available away from the vendor booth sites?
A: Yes, however the extra camping and vehicle parking spaces are limited on our property. There are apx 16 dedicated RV dry camping spaces located in the rear of the property. When our available spaces are filled there will be additional space available in the camping area next door at the same $15 per night rate.
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Q: Is there electricity available for my booth?
A: Not at this time
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Q: Can I run a generator?
A: Yes, however generator use is permitted between 7am & 7pm only.
No generator use is permitted after 7pm. No exceptions unless cleared by management. Also, if the generator being used is determined to be overly noisy, then you may be asked to discontinue use even during allowed hours of operation.
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Q: Are showers available?
A: You can bring your own solar shower for use at our property. Other showers are located @ Cowlitz River Lodge, Packwood RV park and Cascade Peaks Campground.
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Q: Will I get Cell phone service in Packwood?
A: Depends on your carrier. US cellular, Verizon, & Sprint seem to work fine. (AT&T or T-Mobile do not) Be sure to verify coverage with your individual carrier.
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Q: Can I use a barbecue grille?
A: No charcoal grilles or vendor campfires are permitted at any time. Propane grilles and gas camp stoves only. You are required to have a fire extinguisher in you booth at all times as well as in your RV.
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Q: Can I bring my pet?
A:The Flea Market is really not a suitable environment for pets. However, if you must bring a pet: Dogs must be on a leash at all times (Lewis county ordinance). You must pick up after your pet and dispose of waste properly. If we pick up your pet waste you may be asked to leave the property. Any complaints by you neighbors (pet waste problems, barking, aggressive behavior etc.) will be addressed. Any person asked to vacate the property because of problems caused by their pet is not entitled to any refund of booth fees.
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Q: What are the Flea Market hours:
A: Depends on the weather. On nice days most vendors like to be open by 8:30 am. Things usually slow down by about 6:00 pm. Please try not to close your booth prior to 6pm on Fri - Sat - Sun. Please try not tear down prior to noon on Monday. No vacating of your booth site is allowed before 1pm on Monday. Any exceptions must be cleared by management in advance.
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Q: Can I come and go during the day?
A: Vehicle traffic is not allowed on the property between and 8am & 6pm Friday, Saturday & Sunday. 8am to 1pm on Monday. Exceptions must be cleared by management in advance. If you need to come and go during the day there is paid vehicle parking available next door with access to the street at any time.
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For any questions not answered here Fleamail: clyde@packwoodfleamarket.com
Or call: (360) 880-7011