Campsite's internal rules and regulations
INTERNAL REGULATIONS
I. - General Conditions Applicable to All Persons Staying at the Campsite (Members, Passengers, Visitors)
• Conditions of Admission and Stay
To be allowed to enter, settle, or stay on a campsite, authorization from the manager or their representative is required. The manager is responsible for ensuring the proper maintenance and order of the campsite and the enforcement of these internal regulations.
Staying on the campsite implies acceptance of these regulations and a commitment to comply with them. No one may establish permanent residence on the campsite.
Police Formalities
Minors unaccompanied by their parents will only be admitted with written authorization from them.
In accordance with Article R. 611-35 of the Code of Entry and Stay of Foreign Nationals and the Right of Asylum, the manager is required to have foreign clients complete and sign an individual police registration form upon arrival. The form must include:
1° The full name
2° The date and place of birth
3° Nationality
4° Permanent address.
Children under the age of 15 may be listed on one of the parent's forms.
Installation
Outdoor accommodation and related equipment must be set up in the designated area according to the manager’s or their representative's instructions.
Reception Desk
Open from mid-June to the end of August.
At the reception desk, you will find information about the campsite's services, supply options, sports facilities, local tourist attractions, and various other useful addresses.
Display
These internal regulations are posted at the entrance of the campsite and at the reception desk. A copy will be provided to any client who requests it.
Prices for the various services are provided to clients as per the conditions set by the relevant government decree and are available at the reception.
Departure Procedures
Guests are asked to inform the reception desk of their departure by the day before. Those intending to leave before the reception desk opens must settle their payment by the day before their departure.
Noise and Silence
Guests are asked to avoid any noise or conversations that may disturb their neighbors.
Sound devices must be set at an appropriate volume. Car doors and trunks should be closed quietly.
Dogs and other pets must never be left unattended. They should not be left on the campsite, even when confined, in the absence of their owners, who are legally responsible. Owners must ensure that their dog does not disturb neighbors with excessive barking.
Radios and similar devices must remain discreet and are prohibited from 10 PM to 9 AM and are absolutely forbidden at the pool.
Children under 12 must be supervised by their parents. They should not cause disturbances or damage.
Visitors
After being authorized by the manager or their representative, visitors may be admitted to the campsite under the responsibility of the campers who invite them.
A guest may receive one or more visitors at the reception. The campsite facilities are accessible to visitors. However, use of these facilities may be subject to a fee, which will be displayed at the entrance and reception.
Visitors must comply with the internal regulations, including those relating to nudity. Any violation will result in immediate expulsion.
Visitors' cars are not allowed on the campsite.
Traffic and Parking of Vehicles
Vehicles must be parked in designated parking areas and may not circulate in the naturist part of the campsite.
An exception is made for caravanners located below the pool. In cases of true necessity, and with the president's approval, parking may be allowed on the designated spot.
Vehicle traffic is permitted from 8 AM to 10 PM from mid-June to the end of August. Vehicles must move at walking speed.
Maintenance and Appearance of Installations
Everyone is required to avoid actions that could harm the cleanliness, hygiene, or appearance of the campsite and its facilities, especially the sanitary facilities.
Water should not be wasted (ensure taps are properly closed).
It is forbidden to dispose of wastewater on the ground or in the gutters.
Water points on the campsite should only be used for drawing water: no washing of equipment, laundry, or dishes. No detergent can be used at these water points.
Wastewater must be disposed of in the designated facilities.
Household garbage, waste of any kind, and papers must be disposed of in the bins.
Washing outside designated washbasins is strictly prohibited.
Clothes drying, if needed, should be done at the communal dryer. However, it is allowed near accommodations until 10 AM, as long as it is discreet and does not disturb neighbors. It should never be done using trees.
Planted areas and floral decorations must be respected. It is forbidden to nail objects into trees or cut branches.
It is not allowed to mark the boundaries of a site with personal means or dig the ground.
Any damage to vegetation, fences, the land, or campsite facilities will be the responsibility of the perpetrator.
The site used during the stay must be left in the same condition it was found in at check-in.
Safety
a) Access
The campsite’s gate must remain locked at all times after each entry and exit.
b) Fire
Open fires (wood, charcoal, etc.) are strictly prohibited.
Stoves must be kept in good working order and used safely.
It is strictly prohibited to use ovens or barbecues during high wind or drought conditions to prevent fire risks.
Smoking is prohibited in public areas.
In case of fire, immediately notify a member of the Board of Directors, the manager, or their representative, and follow the instructions displayed at the chalet. Fire extinguishers are available if necessary.
A first-aid kit is located at the Home.
c) Theft
The camper is responsible for their own installation and must report any suspicious individuals to a Board member. Clients are advised to take usual precautions to protect their belongings.
d) Pets
Pets must be kept on a leash. No free-roaming is allowed on the campsite.
Owners must clean up after their pets.
Games
No violent or disruptive games may be organized near the facilities.
The common room may not be used for active games.
Children must always be supervised by their parents.
Pool Rules
While playing is tolerated, pushing others into the water, flooding the pool area, running, and diving while splashing others are prohibited.
In summary, all violent games are prohibited.
Swimming alone is prohibited. Even good swimmers can experience health issues.
Parents must supervise their children at the pool at all times and are solely responsible.
The Club and its leaders disclaim all responsibility in case of non-compliance with these fundamental rules.
It is advised not to swim:
after prolonged sunbathing.
after a heavy meal.
after intense physical activity.
Each swimmer must observe basic hygiene rules (use of footbaths, shower before and after swimming, no shoes).
Only those designated by the Board of Directors are authorized to intervene on pool facilities and equipment.
It is prohibited to:
introduce food and drinks (other than water) into the pool area.
smoke in the pool area.
introduce animals into the pool area.
Use of the Campsite's Name
It is strictly prohibited for anyone, whether a member, passenger, or any other entity, to use the campsite's name for any form of communication without prior written authorization from the Board of Directors. This includes, but is not limited to, using the name for advertising, promotional, commercial purposes, or on any public platform.
Any violation of this rule may result in sanctions, including a ban from the campsite and legal action if necessary.
The Board of Directors reserves the right to approve or deny the use of its name depending on the nature of the request.
Violation of Internal Regulations
If a resident disturbs the stay of other users or does not comply with these internal regulations, the manager or their representative may verbally or in writing warn them to cease the disturbances.
In the case of serious or repeated violations of the internal regulations and after a formal warning from the manager, the contract may be terminated.
In the case of a criminal violation, the manager may call the authorities.
II. - General conditions applicable to members of Loisirs et Soleil • Admission and stay conditions
Anyone wishing to apply must provide the necessary information to establish their file.
Membership is exclusively reserved for individuals residing in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. However, exceptional cases may be examined and approved by the Board of Directors.
The Board of Directors reserves the right to deliberate and decide on the admission of such exceptional requests based on specific criteria and the association’s needs.
Subsequently, the member must notify the Board of Directors of any changes to their personal situation to keep their file up to date.
To be admitted to use the site, a new member must:
Have participated in a "discovery day,"
Have received a favorable opinion from the Board of Directors after reviewing their file,
Have paid the full membership fee.
An entry fee is required for each new member. It is paid with the first membership fee, the amount of which is determined at the General Assembly.
• Reception of new members
It is the responsibility of the Board of Directors members to welcome new members. In the absence of Board members, new members must take the initiative to arrange the reception. It should be open, courteous, and friendly.
Quickly, human and friendly contacts should be established between old and new members.
The Ethics Committee will assist in their welcome.
• Relations between members
While it is normal for people to group by affinity, the creation of factions that could cause discord is strictly prohibited. Perfect camaraderie should prevail among all members.
• Practice of naturism
When weather conditions permit, full nudity is mandatory for everyone throughout the entire site, except in parking areas where it is strictly prohibited.
Anyone violating this rule may face sanctions not only from the Club's Board of Directors but also from legal authorities if a complaint is filed by a third party.
The "Loisirs et Soleil" Club disclaims any responsibility for individuals who do not observe this clause of the internal regulations.
Members wishing to keep their clothes near them at the pool are encouraged to undress and dress in the changing rooms.
• Visitors
Members wishing to show the site to family or friends interested in naturism must inform the Board of Directors beforehand and comply with the financial regulations in force.
Visitors must comply with the internal regulations, particularly the rules concerning nudity. Any violation will result in immediate expulsion.
Minors must provide prior authorization from their parents if they are not accompanied by them.
The visit must take place on an agreed-upon date and in the presence of a Board member.
Members of other naturist clubs must present an up-to-date club card and naturist license and pay the amount determined by the Board of Directors each year for each visit.
No daily membership fee is planned for club members, who must pay the full annual membership fee to access the site. Special cases will be reviewed each year by the Board of Directors.
• Pets
Pet owners (dogs, cats, ferrets, etc.) must provide a copy of the rabies vaccination certificate each year.
• Rates
The rates are approved by the General Assembly after being proposed by the Board of Directors. Membership fees are payable by check, money order, or holiday checks.
Under no circumstances will cash payments be accepted; checks and money orders must be made payable to "LOISIRS et SOLEIL" of Saint-Etienne.
The payment for the plot must be made by January 31.
The "membership" fees must be paid by March 31.
After these dates, a 10% surcharge will be applied, in addition to follow-up fees. The payment of entry fees will be required.
The payment of the membership fee grants access to the gate lock number, which is changed on April 1st and is not to be shared.
Any membership paid during the year will expire on March 31 of the following year. Access to the site will only be possible once the membership fee is paid.
Members whose caravans have been stationed for more than 15 days in the parking area will be required to pay a monthly fee determined by the General Assembly. Any month begun is due.
• Changing rooms
A common changing room is available to members and visitors in the bungalow. Each person can use it to undress and store their clothes.
The Club disclaims any responsibility for thefts that may occur.
• Work - Maintenance - Workdays
During workdays organized by the club, members are covered by the FFN insurance. Activities off-site are not covered by this insurance. These days are dedicated solely to the maintenance of common areas.
Only Board members and the grounds commission are authorized to drive the truck.
In general, throughout the year, all members are required to actively participate in the maintenance of the camping site to ensure the smooth functioning of the club. This participation includes but is not limited to:
Maintenance of the grounds: ensuring cleanliness and good condition of communal spaces.
Maintenance of the pool: contributing to cleaning and maintenance of the pool.
Various works: participating in necessary work to improve and maintain the infrastructure of the camping site.
These tasks will be divided fairly among the members, according to each person's needs and skills. Collaboration and commitment from all are essential to ensure a pleasant and functional environment for the entire community.
During the season, from mid-June to mid-September, to maintain their plots and the surrounding area, the use of motorized equipment is permitted from Monday to Saturday from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM and prohibited on Sundays and holidays. Each resident must maintain their plot and surrounding area throughout the year, especially during the opening season.
Members of the grounds commission are not required to maintain residents' plots.
• Caravan camping
Camping is allowed as long as tents are placed in areas that do not obstruct the activities on the site or the circulation of people and visitors.
Caravans may only park with the approval of the Board of Directors and in designated areas.
Plots are assigned for the year and automatically renewed.
The Board of Directors reserves the right to reclaim the plot for the collective needs (work, nuisance...).
The association is not responsible for theft or damage that may occur to tents or caravans.
The plots for tents and caravans are not the property of the occupant, who must pay the corresponding fee by the end of January.
A caravan insurance certificate must be provided each year.
Any occupant who has not paid their membership fee by March 31 will receive a registered letter with acknowledgment of receipt before April 15 reminding them to pay the fees. If there is no response, they will receive another letter of formal notice before May 15, stating that their caravan will be impounded at their expense starting from May 30.
Any particular issue will be examined by the Board of Directors.
The plot provided to members can only be used for leisure purposes; members cannot establish it as a permanent residence.
Plots must not be fenced off, nor should they become a secondary residence. They are part of a collective area, and access must remain possible for all members. While it is allowed to plant flowers on the plot, it must not become a vegetable garden and should remain tidy.
Members must regularly maintain their plots (trimming branches, hedges, etc.) with the permission of the office manager.
Waste must be deposited in the designated area at the bottom of the site.
• Development and construction
Developments (and constructions) on plots must be in harmony with nature. All structures must be removable.
Any additional installation (garden shed, pergola, terrace, etc.) must be requested in writing with a detailed description to the Board of Directors and may not be installed without its written approval.
The Board of Directors will conduct inspections several times a year and reserves the right to have the disputed installation removed or demolished (by the member or a company at the member's expense).
Any installation approved by the Board of Directors must comply with the specifications described in Appendix 1.
Failure to comply with construction rules will result in permanent exclusion from the site.
• Vehicle parking for members
Regardless of the time of year, vehicles must be parked in the designated parking areas.
A tolerance is granted to members with plots for the year located below the pool. The plots concerned are the "Hérisson" and "Mésange" plots. In cases of real necessity, and after agreement from the Board of Directors, parking will be allowed on the plot and only on the plot.
• Photos, Videos
It is strictly forbidden to photograph or film anyone outside of one's family on the site without obtaining prior permission from them.
Any clandestine or unauthorized filming will result in immediate expulsion for the person responsible, and a police complaint will be filed for confiscation or destruction of the film or memory card.
Photos taken by the Committee with the consent of those involved will be the property of the club and may never be shown to a non-naturist public.
• General Discipline
Members are required to comply with instructions and prescriptions communicated to them via notices or memos. They must observe the rules of politeness, morality, and propriety in the spirit of naturism.
Specifically, it is forbidden to:
Use offensive, defamatory, or slanderous language towards other members,
Be intoxicated,
Engage in actions that could disturb public order or morals,
Make offensive, seditious, or obscene writings,
Introduce non-members without authorization from the Board of Directors,
Remove club property without Board authorization,
Start fires, smoke in prohibited areas (Article 7 of the Regulations),
Distribute leaflets, petitions, or make unauthorized postings,
Organize fundraisers, collections, or subscriptions without Board permission.
• Dead Storage
No unoccupied equipment may be left on the site without prior approval from management and only at the designated location. This service is paid.
• Enforcement of the internal regulations – Sanctions
In case of a violation of the present regulations, the Board of Directors may, depending on the severity of the offense or its recurrence, impose the following sanctions:
Verbal warning,
Written warning,
Temporary or permanent expulsion (as per Article 5 of the statutes),
F.F.N. appeal,
Legal action.
The following may result in immediate expulsion:
Defamatory or slanderous remarks aimed at discrediting a club member,
Physical altercation with a member or Board member,
Theft or embezzlement affecting a member or the club,
Willful damage to the facilities,
Secretly photographing members,
Practices deemed illegal or immoral.
Each member of the Board of Directors is authorized to enforce these regulations.
• Requests and complaints
These can be made either directly to a member of the Board of Directors, who will report it to the office, or in writing to the club's headquarters. All cases submitted will be reviewed by the office, which will respond accordingly.