General Statement: The Tennessee River Gorge is a living laboratory where intricate processes of the natural world can be observed and studied with minimal outside interference.

The Pot Point House is dedicated as a major development tool for membership and fund raising, and as an educational resource to the regional community. The House is also used as a biological research facility, our welcoming place in the Gorge and program center. The Trust's goal is to create as many of our own programs utilizing the House as possible for our members.

I. Pot Point House Accommodations

• Main meeting room dimension - 25 x 20.
• 2 Bedrooms-dorm style, sleeps 10 (5 bunk beds in each room). Bed linen is provided, however towels are not. Room dimensions are 17 x 15 and 18 x 16.
• Laboratory - Room dimension - 17 x 16.
• Library - Room dimension 17 x 15.
• Three Restrooms - two showers & three toilets.
• Fully equipped kitchen.
• Central heat & air conditioning.
• 50 stacked chairs and 8 rectangular folding tables available.
• Back deck dimensions are 17 x 8.
• Side deck dimensions are 20 x 12.

II. Types of Uses

The Pot Point House may be used for any reasonable event, whether related or unrelated to the mission of the TRGT. The maximum number of guests for any event is 50 people. Final determination of what is reasonable will be the decision of the TRGT office staff. Every organization, individual or group that uses the Pot Point House must execute and abide by the terms of the Pot Point House usage contract. A copy of the contract is attached and considered a part of these policies.

1. Overnight: Limited to 10 people (Adults only). Overnight use will generally be for specific programs related to Trust activities, for example; science programs, land stewardship functions, national land conservation programs or special guests. Other overnight uses may occur if agreed upon in advance by TRGT office staff.
2. Day Use: The main meeting room at maximum, can accommodate 50 people. Using the steps and chairs, an informal group of 50 would be fine. A formal gathering could accommodate 50 people seated in rows facing the river, however 35 people would be a more manageable number.
3. Retreats: Groups of up to 20-25 individuals are easily accommodated, with a maximum number of 35. Users of the Pot Point House can make arrangements for food and beverages as they require.
4. Events: Use by the following groups will serve as an outline of what is considered appropriate: Civic clubs, Garden clubs, Board retreats, Corporate management retreats, Education seminars, Environmental symposia, Local historical societies, Elections Polling Place, Organizational meetings and planning sessions, and small wedding receptions or retirement parties.

III. General Information

1. The Pot Point House is a "smoke free" environment. No illegal substances may be used within the Pot Point House.
2. Waste Reduction Policy: As an environmental organization emphasizing education related to stewardship, we feel that our mission includes stewardship of our operations at the Pot Point House. TRGT would like to encourage activities that generate as little waste to be sent to landfills as possible. To do this, TRGT has established three waste reduction strategies which we hope you will elect to use.
3. Recycling: A recycling facility for mixed glass, plastics (#’s 1 & 2), metals (aluminum and steel cans), mixed paper, and cardboard, is located outside the door on the northwest side of the house (the opposite side of the house from the driveway). Please lightly rinse all bottles and cans. TRGT staff will transport these materials to the appropriate recycling facilities.
4. Composting: TRGT has established a three bin composter to be used with organic wastes (for example, food scraps, and used white paper napkins). These wastes are to be added to the compost via the small door on top of the tallest bin. For more information about composing please review the poster located next to the composter. The composter is also located outside the northwest side of the Pot Point House, next to the recycling facility. All compost generated in this composter is used in gardens surrounding the Pot Point House.
5. Reuse: To help reduce the amount of disposable plates, cups forks, knives and spoons that ultimately go to a landfill, TRGT makes available a reusable service for 30, including dinner plates, cups, and stainless flatware. In addition, coffee mugs are also available. Once used, these reusable items should be lightly rinsed and placed in the dishwasher, soap should be added, and the unit turned on.
6. Any trash generated from consumable items taken to the Pot Point House and property must be removed when the user leaves the property.

IV. Fees

A fee is charged for any use of the house by an organization, individual, or group. Fee paying groups will have priority on reserving the house for a specific day and time. Fees may be waived for events sanctioned by the TRGT. An example would be scientific experiments conducted in the Gorge, where the TRGT provides the Pot Point House to the participants in exchange for their assistance.

1. Members:
   1. The member rate for day use of the house is $250. Of this amount, a portion will be used to pay for cleaning and maintaining of the house after each day of use.
   2. The member rate for overnight use of the house is $350. A 25% discount will be allowed for multiple night rentals (up to 5 nights). Of this amount, a portion will be used to pay for cleaning and maintaining of the house after each period of use.
   3. A cancellation deposit of $50 is required from TRGT members. The deposit will go toward the balance of the rental. The deposit is non-refundable if the rental is canceled less than 30 days prior to rental. It is the user’s responsibility for any damages incurred during use of the Pot Point House.
   4. Any major donor of $1,000 or more can use the Pot Point House one time per year at no charge.
2. Non Members:
   1. The non-member rate for day use of the house is $325. Of this amount, a portion will be used to pay for cleaning and maintaining of the house after each day of use.
   2. The non-member rate for overnight use of the house is $425. Of this amount, a portion will be used to pay for cleaning and maintaining of the house after each period of use.
   3. A cancellation deposit of $100 will be required from all non-member groups. This deposit will go toward the balance of the rental. The deposit is non-refundable if the rental is canceled less than 30 days prior to rental. Any damages are the responsibility of the person executing this contract.
3. Non Profits:

   The rate for a non-profit organization for use of the house is $150 per day. Of this amount, a portion will be used to pay for cleaning and maintaining of the house after each use.

4. School Groups:
   1. The Pot Point House will be available to School Groups at a cost of $50.
   2. School group activities will be day only (no overnight school groups) and will be limited to one class of a maximum of 35 students. There must be an adequate number of teachers accompanying the students. The group activity must be an academic class or activity approved by the TRGT office staff.

Mission Statement

The mission of the Tennessee River Gorge Trust is to enrich our community by conservation of the Tennessee River Gorge through land protection, education and the promotion of good land stewardship. The Trust is a non-profit organization founded in 1981 and incorporated in 1986 to protect the ecological diversity, scenic beauty and historic past of this nationally significant river canyon.