Outdoor Fire Application

Outdoor Fire Application

Application for an outdoor fire permit at fire-pit located at Gull Pond (Gordon College Property).
All applications for outdoor fires on the Gordon College campus are made using this form. Applications are processed by the Gordon Police.

Please note that fires cannot be guaranteed in advance; approval is conditional upon weather and other conditions on the day of the event. The Gordon Police will contact the Wenham Fire Department (WFD) on the morning of the event and will notify you of the final decision at that time. WFD has authority to approve or deny all outdoor fires.

Please note the following expectations and conditions:
- You must read and understand the Outdoor Fire Policy.
- Applications must be made at least one (1) business day in advance of the event.
- Applications must be submitted by a Gordon College student or employee who is organizing or hosting the event.
- Incomplete or late applications may cause a request to be denied.
- The only pre-approved fire location is the fire pit at Gull Pond Beach.
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us at Police@gordon.edu.
Your Information

Form should be completed by a person who will be responsible for the fire on the day of the event.
First Name*
Last Name*
Applicant Type*

Current Gordon College EmployeeCurrent Gordon College Student
Cell Phone Number*
Please enter a valid cell phone number.
Gordon College Username (First.Last)*
Please carefully enter your Gordon username (example: John.Smith) as it appears in your college email address. Do not include "@gordon.edu".
Email (hidden)
Gordon ID Number*
Event Information
Event/Organization Description*
Please describe the name of the group, club, team, organization, or campus event for which the fire will be used.
Date of the Event*

MonthDayYear
Time the fire will be started*

Hour Minutes

AM/PM Option
Time the fire will be extinguished*

Hour Minutes

AM/PM Option
How many people are expected to attend (an estimate is fine)*
The only pre-approved fire location is the fire pit located at the Gull Pond beach. Do you plan to use this location, as required? (If you wish to discuss an alternate location, please contact us before submitting an application to discuss your request.)*

YesOther
Additional Comments
If you have any additional comments or information to share, please include it here.
Affirmation

Please read the following affirmation and then sign below:
- The fire cannot be approved until the morning of the event (at which time you will be notified of the approval or denial of the request, based on conditions at that time).
- You are required to read and understand the Outdoor Fire Policy.
- You (or another qualified event organizer) must attend the fire at all times.
- You must contact Gordon Police (978-867-4444) before the fire is lit and once it is extinguished.
- You are required to ensure that the fire is fully extinguished.
Electronic Signature

By signing below, I attest that I have read and understand the Gordon College Outdoor Fire Policy, and that my group will adhere to the requirements and responsibilities listed therein. Failure to abide by the Outdoor Fire Policy may result in denial of future permits, as well as possible fines and/or disciplinary action.
Electronic Signature*

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Outdoor Fire Application

Your Information

Event Information

Electronic Signature