CLEAR BAG POLICY IN EFFECT AT ARVEST BALLPARK IN 2019

SPRINGDALE, Ark. - The Northwest Arkansas Naturals have announced that they'll be implementing a clear bag policy at all of their home events at Arvest Ballpark during the 2019 season, which begins on Thursday, April 4.
The clear bag policy that will go into effect in 2019 is intended to enhance public safety while creating more convenience for fans when entering the main gates of Arvest Ballpark. By minimizing the time that will be needed to search bags and purses, fans will ultimately enjoy quicker and easier access to the ballpark throughout the year.
Starting this season, each ticketed fan is allowed to bring in one (1) clear bag and/or a small clutch purse and one (1) clear unopened bottle of water. The following bags will be permitted at Arvest Ballpark:

• Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12" x 6" x 12"

Or

• One-gallon clear plastic freezer bag (Ziploc bag or similar)

And

• A small clutch purse, no larger than 4.5" x 6.5", the size of the palm of your hand, with or without a handle or strap

*Please note that all types of bags and clutch purses will be screened prior to entry into the stadium. Childcare items (i.e. diapers) are permitted; however, they must be in an approved clear bag to enter. All bags and purses not meeting the requirements set forth by the clear bag policy will not be permitted to enter the ballpark this year.
Fans carrying required medical supplies or devices into the stadium are not subject to the clear bag policy, but will be required to go through the bag check lines setup near the main gate so that ballpark personnel can screen the bag and the medical items. The person requiring these must accompany their bag at all times.
The following items are NOT permitted in Arvest Ballpark: Firearms/knives or weapons of any kind, alcoholic beverages, banners or signs, beach balls, coolers or containers, drones, food and non-alcoholic beverages, laser pointers, noisemakers of any type (i.e. air horns, whistles, etc.), pets (with exception of service animals), skateboards/hoverboards, and tobacco of any kind (including e-cigarettes). Short-handled, compact umbrellas will be permitted but long-handled and/or full size umbrellas will not be allowed. Fans are encouraged to arrive early to each Naturals event as well as learn which items are prohibited and avoid bringing a bag, if possible.
The Northwest Arkansas Naturals will return to Arvest Ballpark on Thursday, April 4, 2019 at 6:35 p.m. when they'll host the Springfield Cardinals (Double-A Affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals) on Opening Night of the 2019 season.
The Northwest Arkansas Naturals are the Double-A Texas League Affiliate of the Kansas City Royals and play at state-of-the-art Arvest Ballpark in Springdale, Ark. For more information, including statistics, ticket options, and more, please visit NWANaturals.com, and follow us on Twitter @NWANaturals and Facebook.com/Naturals.
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