[Ansteorra] Question 7/15 - Crash-Space Etiquette?

[DonnelShaw at aol.com]

What ideas can you share about 'crash-space etiquette' for both the  traveler 
and the crash-space provider? 


I always try and let the people know I have pets and children at my house.  
Some people are allergic and may not be able to stay here because of their  
allergies. I also let them know that it is a no smoking house (my allergy)  but 
they are welcome to go on the back pouch. I make sure that the house is  fairly 
clean and there are fresh sheets and towels  for whom ever  stays here. Also 
I plan on meals for those who stop in our home.  Hospitality is very important 
to myself and my house. If I am traveling I let  them know I have children. 
When I get there we try to stay out of the way as  much as possible and help 
with any chores that need to be done. We keep all of  our things picked up and 
out of the way. I make sure that the children are  behaving and take care of 
any problems promptly. Of course the children are  teens now and wish to do 
their own thing more than SCA. (Band, Football,  Wrestling, Dates)  And most 
importantly I THANK my hostess or host. 
 
I hope this has helped.
Donnel
 
 
In a message dated 7/15/2008 6:51:12 P.M. Central Daylight Time,  
hillaryrg at yahoo.com writes:

Greetings, 
Ansteorra has often offered crash-space at many of it's  events since the 
beginning of this kingdom, but we may see more and more  travelers seeking 
crash-space to save dollar.  

By  definition:  Crash-space is when a local member offers space in their  
home for free to travelers attending the local event; with space being offered  
as either a guestroom, spare bed or couch, or floor space.   


Cheers, Hillary





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