2025 SEASONAL GUEST AGREEMENT
1. LICENSE: This agreement is a license to use the Campground on the terms below and the rules and regulations of the Campground. General rules and regulations are posted on our website, and they are always available for review in the office. You, your family, and your guests are bound by the terms of this agreement and its rules and regulations. This is not a lease, and you are not a tenant. You acknowledge that this agreement does not entitle you to any rights under Indiana Landlord and Tenant law. The words “You,” “Camper,” and “Seasonal Guest” are used interchangeably in this registration and refer to the entire party connected to each respective site.
2. TERMINATION: Under Indiana law, the Campground may refuse occupancy to a person who is unable to pay; a person who is disorderly; a person who the Campground reasonably believes is seeking accommodations for an unlawful purpose, including the unlawful possession or use of a controlled substance by the person or the use of the premises for the consumption of alcoholic beverages by any person under 21 years of age; a person who the Campground reasonably believes is bringing into the property anything which maybe dangerous to other persons, including explosives or firearms; a person who exceeds the maximum number of persons allowed to occupy your site. You agree that Campground may terminate this agreement for any violation of this agreement or the rules and regulations of the Campground. Upon termination, you must remove your Unit and all property from the Campground. If your Unit and property are not removed within ten (10) days, the Campground may remove the Unit and all property on your site and dispose of said property by sale or otherwise. Any expenses incurred will be billed to the Camper with a late fee of $50 per month.
3. RETURNING CAMPERS: All sites are subject to renewal or non-renewal at the sole discretion of management. You must submit this signed agreement and a $500 deposit by Monday, February 3,2025, to secure your site for this year. Any seasonal guest who does not sign this agreement and/or does not make the deposit by the deadline may be subject to their Unit and all property removed from the Campground at the Campers’ expense.
This agreement entitles seasonal guests to enter the Campground to start accessing their campers and using their sites full time seasonally beginning April 18, 2025,through October 12, 2025.
4. NEW CAMPERS: All new campers must pass a screening and background check put forth by management, with ultimate approval at the sole discretion of management. For new campers, a $500 deposit is due upon the execution of this agreement and is non-refundable. The final payment is due on the dates listed below and are also nonrefundable.
All new RV’s must be approved by management before moving into the park (either in person or via video call /pictures). No RV of more than 10 years old will be permitted unless grandfathered in or otherwise agreed upon with management. No motorhomes are permitted on seasonal sites unless otherwise agreed upon with management.
5. PAYMENT: To secure your site for the season, a minimum of a $500 deposit is due Monday, February 3, 2025. The remaining balance must be paid in full by April 18 (season open date). A 3% late fee per month on any unpaid balance will be assessed. Payments are non-refundable. Site fees are based on the maximum of six total guests. If paid in full by February 3, 2025, a 5% discount will be applied.
You may now make payments online using either a credit card or your bank (ACH) information. A link will be sent to your email on file. Signed agreements can be emailed to camp@manapogo.com or mailed it to Manapogo RV Campground, PO Box336, Orland, IN, 46776.
6. RV/PARK MODEL SALES: Seasonal sites are NOT transferable. All new seasonal guests must be approved by management before moving onto the campground. When a current seasonal guest sells their RV, the site does not automatically come with the sale, nor is the person(s) purchasing the camper automatically approved as a new guest of the campground.
The buyers may contact management for information, and we will show the unit. A 5% commission will be assessed for this service. FOR SALE signs MAY NOT be posted within the park, in the window, or on the lawn of your site. If you choose to sell, please contact the office so we will have the correct information. If your trailer is more than 10 years old, it must have approval by management as to whether it can remain on property.
If an RV is either sold, moved, or both, it is the responsibility of its original owner to make arrangements to remove ALL items from the site, unless approved by Management. Any costs associated with the movement of decks, sheds, etc. are to be incurred by its original owner.
7. RV/PARK MODEL MOVES: Manapogowill no longer be able to move your trailer. Other arrangements must be made.
8. NOT A RESIDENCE: A camper may not claim the Campground as a permanent residence. No mail or shipments are to be sent to the Campground.
9. USE OF CAMPSITE: One Unit (RV or Park Model) and two vehicles may occupy each campsite. Each site is entitled to 2 vehicle stickers and 2 key cards for the gate. Replacement gate cards are not provided. If you lose your card(s), you will need to be buzzed in by office staff.
Registrants may include a maximum of 6 TOTAL people on their site’s registration at their discretion, all of whom are exempt from guest fees. However, any person(s) not listed on the 2025 Seasonal Guest Registration Form must pay a Visitor Fee. The campsite should be occupied and used only for outdoor camping activities and recreation. Camper shall not allow the campsite to be used by anyone other than Camper and members of Camper's family identified in this registration. If you are caught subletting your RV or site, you will be subject to immediate termination of this agreement. Day guests are permitted for a fee pursuant to the rules and regulations below.
10. VISITORS FEES: All guests of seasonals must register in the office. Failure to do so will result in a fine of $50 for the first offense and $100 for the second offense. A third offense will result in guest privileges being revoked. Visitor fees must be paid at the office and no one other than staff may let guests into the park without prior approval. The fee for day guests, ages 5 and older, is $10. The fee for overnight visitors is $15 (after9pm). It is the site owner’s responsibility to enforce camp rules with all their guests. Any violation of rules by visitors will be treated as though the site owner was the offending party.
11. SITE REQUIREMENTS AND MAINTENANCE: Part of being a member of this Campground means maintaining a safe and orderly site that is absent from unapproved items. You are responsible for your own lawn care and keeping the Unit and site clean and free of debris. If you are unsure about whether an item is permitted or not, please contact the office before bringing it.
Management will offer a $25 service to mow the lawn of any camper who requests assistance, please reach out to the office with interest. However, the Campground is NOT liable for any damage that might result from the mowing of any lawn.
Maintenance will help remove all the leaves that are piled along the Campground’s roadways. Maintenance will not enter yards to collect leaves on their own. The last day for the spring leaf removal will be May 1. Those violations will be subject to a$50 fine.
Trash service isnot offered by the Campground. All seasonal guests must take their own trash tothe dumpsters. Propane tanks are not to be discarded inthe dumpsters. Recycling is highly encouraged.
The following items ARE permitted at your site:
One deck in good condition and not permanently attached
One patio set in good condition Up to five (5) Potted plants
One gas or charcoal grill
One propane fire pit (if preferred)
One picnic table
One fire ring
Sheds (must be pre-approved)
Two domestic pets per site. No farm animals or exotic pets are permitted. All pets must be kept on a leash when being walked,and no pets are permitted outside without the guest being present. See campground rules for details on Pet Policy.
Items that are NOT permitted on sites:
Indoor furniture used as outdoor furniture.
Outdoor clothes lines or hanging of laundry.
Pet cages or enclosures.
Washer, dryers, refrigerators, or other indoor household appliances.
Broken blinds or windows.
Broken or torn window coverings.
Tarps to cover wood that are NOT brown, gray, beige, tan, dark green. Manager maintains full discretion on which colors are acceptable.
Canopies that are NOT brown, gray, beige, tan, dark green. Manager maintains full discretion on which colors are acceptable.
No permanent tents of any kind. Temporary tents for children under the age of 18 ARE permitted.
Political flags of any affiliation.
Golf carts on site or throughout the campground.
Other site restrictions:
Bikes, toys, etc. must be put away every evening and sites must be kept clean and orderly AT ALL TIMES.
Firewood must be stacked neatly.
No temporary fencing is allowed.
Awning must be in good condition, free of mold, stains, and tears.
The landscaping must be neat and well maintained.
Limit yard decorations to three items (i.e., yard gnomes, garden flags, wind chimes, etc.)
Decorations foreach holiday are encouraged. All items must be taken down within one week after holiday.
Propane tanks must be free of rust and mold. Annual spray painting is encouraged.
Sheds must be in good condition with no rot, peeling of paint, and roofs must be in like-new condition.
All RV/Park model units must be skirted if higher than 18” from the ground. Skirting must be free of rot, mold, broken pieces, and look appealing to the area.
RV/Park models must be free of dirt or mold on their unit. Annual power-washing of the unit is strongly recommended.
All RV’s and grounds are subject to appearance inspections at any time, at which point owners will be notified of violations and are expected to comply within a week’s time. If violations are not completed, the seasonal guest must pay a fine of $500. If left unkept and unpaid, guest may be subject to non-renewal for the 2026 season.
All trailers must be connected to utilities and used a minimum of 3 times during the season. Not complying with this policy may subject your site to non-renewal.
12. WATER: We are on a well system at the Campground, therefore we must conserve water to serve the entire park. Under no circumstances should communal water be used to wash vehicles (cars, boats, trucks, golf carts, canoes, equipment, etc.) or personal decks. Seasonal guests may power-wash unit and deck one time per season. Any seasonal guest observed using communal water to wash vehicles will be subject to a $250 fine.
13. SITE IMPROVEMENTS: No carports or other structural additions are permitted, unless grandfathered in. A ‘Seasonal Site Improvement Form’ must be completed and approved by management before any changes or improvements are made to any campsite, including but not limited to the addition of decks, putting down fill or gravel, landscaping, lights, signs, and satellite dishes. No permanent structures such as fences, patios, or cement fireplaces are permitted. Management must be notified of any potential digging to avoid issues with underground utilities (electric, water, sewage).
All decks must be built within these specifications:
Decks cannot be longer than the trailer and no wider than the awning.
Lumber must be finished grade. The color must be brown or tan and approved by management.
National building code requires that railings on stairs or decks be 30” or higher.
Decks must be regularly maintained and kept in good condition.
All decks are the responsibility of the person(s)who originally constructed the deck. If an RV is either sold, moved, or both,it is the sole responsibility of its original owner to make arrangements todispose of any deck(s). Any costs associated with the movement of decks are tobe incurred by its original owner. Management bears no responsibility for decksthat were the sole decision of seasonal guests. Management reserves the rightto allow the deck to stay onsite for the next guests, depending on condition.
No porch roofs may be erected, unlessgrandfathered in. Only standard RV awnings may be used on trailers.
ALL construction must be approved by management before commencing. Please allow two weeks for a response.
14. VACATING SITES: Any seasonal guest vacating their site prior to the end of the season without notifying and speaking to the office forfeits their site without refund. Once the office has been notified and the trailer has been moved, the Campground reserves the right to use and/or rent the space at its sole discretion.
15. WINTERSTORAGE: You agree that the Campground has no liability for damage to the camping unit, its contents, or surrounding decking or property for damage occurring during the winter. During the offseason, no one may enter the Campground and/or occupy the camping unit without proper notice and approval from management. New seasonal campers may store their winterized camping units by appointment only after November 1, 2025.
Covering your trailer with a tarp for the winter should be done before November 1. The trailer must be uncovered for the summer season by April 15. Failure to do so will result in management removing it fora $100 fee.
16. UTILITIES: Electric meters will be read and billed every month. Bills will be charged to your credit card on file or may be paid in the office after each billing cycle. A $50 fee will be assessed for late payments. If the electric bill goes unpaid, Seasonal Guest may be subject to non-renewal for the following season.
Thank you for your cooperation in following the terms and conditions of this Seasonal Agreement. These rules are in place to maintain a safe, clean, and enjoyable environment for all guests at Manapogo. Our team is committed to keeping the campground well-maintained throughout the season. If you have any questions or need assistance, please reach out. We appreciate you choosing Manapogo and look forward to the season ahead.
