• All scheduled events or retreats normally take place regardless of weather conditions.
• In case of heavy rains or thunderstorms, and because Deer Run staff has your safety in mind, we do our best to adjust the schedule to accomplish all programmed activities as planned.
• Deer Run cannot make a refund if you choose to cancel a reservation because of inclement weather.
• However, should Deer Run choose to cancel an event or activity because of severe weather conditions, you will receive full credit to reschedule or to use towards the balance of a future camp or event.

• A basic first-aid kit can be found in the Creekside Dining Facility. However we recommend guests who are staying at the camp facilities bring a first-aid kit with them.
• Basic over-the-counter medications can be purchased by persons who are 18 or older at the Camp Store.

• Fires are only allowed in designated areas.
• Campfires are scheduled during your event and overseen by Deer Run staff. Campfires are not allowed to be started by event attendees.
• Candles, lanterns, fireworks or open flames — other than designated campfire areas — are not allowed.

Deer Run uses all-natural cedar oil for insect/pest control instead of harmful pesticides.

• Guests are responsible for any damages or missing items incurred during your stay. Deer Run will invoice the guest for repair or replacement of the property that is damaged or missing.
• Food or beverages (except water) are not allowed inside Cedar Point Cabins, Timber Ridge bunk rooms, or The Lodge guest rooms in order to reduce damages and deter insects and pests.

Kitchens at The Lodge and The Creekside are not available for guest to do their own cooking since they are permitted for commercial use and must be compliant with state health codes.
Note: Deer Run does not provide dishes or utensils for microwaves.

For Guest Use:

• The Lodge has a full size guest refrigerator on the back porch and microwave in the dining room for guest use.
• Timber Ridge Cabin, Lakeview Cabins & Cedar Point Cabins 4-8 have a small refrigerator, microwave and Keurig coffee maker for guest use

• Lifeguards are ONLY on duty for scheduled lake activities.
• No one is allowed on the docks or in the water without a lifeguard on duty.
• Fishing is from the bank ONLY and is not allowed from the docks nor from the bank in the swimming area.

Deer Run has a strict no alcohol policy.

• TN state law bans smoking inside buildings. We ask that guests who smoke do so in designated smoking areas with smoking towers that are provided outside the buildings.
• For safety purposes, absolutely no smoking is allowed in grassy or wooded areas including trails.

Please clearly label your items with your name since other guests may be bringing snacks and beverages also.

• Lodge Guests: Upon arrival, Deer Run staff can assist you with a location to store snacks if you bring your own. Coolers MUST be stored on the outside porches because of potential damage to the interior floors. Food cannot be stored on the kitchen counter or in the kitchen refrigerator since the kitchen is permitted for commercial use and must be compliant with state health codes.
• Cedar Point Cabin Guests: Food or beverages brought by guests must be in coolers or sealed containers. Deer Run staff can assist you with a location to keep these during your stay.
• Lakeview Cabins & Timber Ridge Cabin: There is countertop space and refrigerators for guest to keep snacks and beverages.