Pridefloat FAQ's

Why does Pridefloat close?
Because of space limitations - people do not use tents anymore. If everyone used tents, we could handle 600 people. Oh well. Sign of the times. You will be camping in very tight spaces - CLOSE to your neighbors! Pridefloat is more about socializing and partying than it is about a realxing, "get-away-from-it-all' campout.

Can I bring a generator?
Yes - but we frown on them because they are noisy and they stink AND we are CAMPING after all - so if you can avoid bringing a generator, PLEASE leave it at home for everyone's enjoyment. Thank you in advance!

If I bring a generator, when can I run it?
See our Operating Policies for hours of operation. CampDaddies reserve the right to shut of any generator running beyond the established operating hours as stated in our Policies.

Can I just come without Pre-Registering?
Nope. It is a Pre-Registration event only.

Why do I have to register in advance?
Because we need to know how many people to expect, how many T-Shirts to order, how many people want the Hog Roast Buffet, how many kegs to reserve for the beer-bust, how many canoes, and how many rafts to reserve. Organization helps EVERYONE have a good time - including your hard-working CampDaddies.

Why can’t I call the campground and make reservations with them directly?
You can, however you will not be allowed to camp with us as part of the PRIDEFLOAT function nor will you be allowed at the free Beer Bust or in our reserved area to party with us. Pridefloat operates on a very slim budget and part of your entry fee of $35 is for gratuities for our providers, cash prizes for contest winners, paying for gate security on Friday and Saturday nights, paying the DJ, paying for artwork, paying for the kegs of beer and the ice, the free plastic cups, website server hosting fees, annual website updates, wristbands, stamps, paperwork. This event does not happen for free and if you want to party with us, you are expected to support the event.

Who do I make the Money Order out to?
Money Orders payable to PRIDEFLOAT.

Should I send  my Entry Form individually or with the rest of the group I am camping with?

It is MUCH MUCH easier if your entire group will send ALL of their entries together in the same envelope and make ONE Money Order for the entire group. PLEASE do not staple - use paper clips.

Where do I send my completed entry form?
Send your completed entry form to: PRIDEFLOAT 4009 N.E.. 72ND TERRACE GLADSTONE MO 64119.

How do I communicate with Pridefloat to ask questions and to verify registration?

E-Mail: Pridefloat@kc.rr.com.  We do NOT communicate via Facebook or Twitter.

Why don’t we re-locate to a campground with electrical hook-ups?
Because we have not been able to find a campground that is as friendly, secure, supportive, centrally located, liberal, dependable, and affordable as the one we now enjoy. If it ain't broken, don't jack with it!

Why do we go to the same location year after year?
Because we can not find another outfitter on any other river that is able to accomodate a group as large as ours (or would be WILLING to) in addition to not being able to find a campground to go with the outfitter.

How many Gay men come to this event? How many Lesbians?
425 total is our limit. Roughly 80% men, 20% women.

Are pets welcome? What about children?
We LOVE 4-legged children!! You must be 21 years of age to attend.

Is anyone paid an administrative fee or does Pridefloat donate $$ to other organizations?
No and No. It is totally a volunteer labor of love/(sometimes hate) type of thing for all of your CampDaddies. Remember that NO-ONE makes any profit on Pridefloat. We use ALL of our left over money each year to re-start the whole process again next year. We are NOT a 501 or a 503 organization either - just a social club with a whole lot of volunteer effort.

Why doesn't Pridefloat adopt an on-line registration process?
Because we would need a Gateway Vendor like Pay-Pal or Cyber Source for which there are annual fees, a secure site which requires a SSL certificate for $100 a year, Master Card/Visa charge between 2-3 % on each transaction, there would be fees for building and maintaining the on-line database, and (if that's not enough), a merchant account to our bank account would cost us more money. In short, it is a once-a-year event, not a 24/7/365 business, and it is a canoe/camping trip. It just ain't worth it in a nutshell. We would rather spend ALL of the money we get for prize money and for the contests and buying you guys your free beer and free souviniers!

How early can I arrive?
You can arrive as early as Monday AFTER 2pm - but you will have to pay additional camping fees. Your registration fee of $35 covers your camping costs from Thursday evening to Noon on Monday and your canoe/raft rental.

How long can I stay?
All Pridefloaters are expected to be off of the premises no later than 1:00 pm Monday afternoon.

Is Pridefloat connected to any PRIDE events in Kansas City or St.Louis or any other city?
Nope. Just a bunch of guys who like to party and see other people having a good time as well.

Is the Pridefloat Logo a legally registered Trademark?
Absolutely! Our logo is registered personal property of one of our Camp Daddies. Any unauthorized use of our logo is prohibited!

Hell Yes I want to be a part of PRIDEFLOAT!