Coyote Tailgate Nation
Coyote fans and students who venture to the DakotaDome have a unique chance to participate in of the greatest traditions in college football: tailgating.
Coyote Tailgate Nation Moves South
2010 Tailgate Map
The University of South Dakota Department of Athletics is unveiling the new Coyote Tailgate Nation in 2010, which will now be located on the south side of the Dome. The move coincides with the opening of Coyote Village and the increased space and parking now available.
A designated student tailgating area, reserved grass and paved tailgate parking in Lot F, and approximately 210 free parking spaces in Lot G & H highlight new student and fan friendly additions for 2010 Coyote Football game days. The improvements resulted from multiple meetings between the USD athletics department, student affairs, housing and residence life, parking and transportation, and facilities management. A detailed map of all game day picnic, tailgating and parking areas is available on USDCoyotes.com. Spaces can be reserved by calling (605) 677-5959.
After receiving feedback from various student organizations, faculty, season ticket holders, Howling Pack members, corporate partners and the Vermillion community, USD will improve many aspects related to football game days.
Students will now have a large area designated entirely for them to tailgate and picnic in Coyote Tailgate Nation. The Coyote Tailgate Nation will feature a large grass area for reserved tailgating and newly include hard-surfaced lot parking for tailgating, as well as large open areas dedicated for games and foot traffic socializing. Also incorporated in the new design and location will be the Yippin’ Yotes Kid Zone and areas dedicated to admissions and other departments and groups on campus. Incorporating all aspects of campus life and community into one area reflects the importance and vitality of football game days in Vermillion.
This all results in a truly unique arrangement for game days and the increased fan friendly environment will be a tremendous benefit to all Coyote fans.
“I am excited to introduce this new tailgating area to all Coyote fans,” said USD Director of Athletics David Sayler. “It will provide the chance for fans, children and USD students to congregate in a safe and well-defined area. It also will bring campus closer to the DakotaDome and we are thrilled to introduce this plan in conjunction with the opening of Coyote Village, which is located right next to the tailgating area.”
The area north of the Dome where Coyote Tailgate nation has called home for the past 5 years will serve as free overflow parking.
New for 2010
There are now two different sizes of tailgating lots available in the grass area of Coyote Tailgate Nation. The first is a two-vehicle lot sized 30’x 30’ goes for $120 for the season or $30 per game. The second is a 30’x 60’ lot in which up to three vehicles are allowed to park for a cost of $200 for the season or $50 per game. Reservations for this area must be made prior to game day by calling the Coyote Ticket Office at (606) 677-5959.
Further expanding Coyote Tailgate Nation, Lot F, immediately south of the Dome, will now be reserved for single car tailgating and available on a first come first serve basis for $10 on game day. There are 93 spaces available and entrance into this new tailgate lot will be from Dakota Street Only. All tailgating rules and guidelines will now apply to this paved lot.
Student tailgating will find its home in the parking lot to the west of Coyote Village in what will be the south side of Coyote Tailgate Nation. Before each home game, students can reserve a single space and pick up a parking pass from the Student Services (MUC 219) on Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. The Student Tailgate Nation will open four hours prior to kickoff with entertainment provided by a DJ. Food will be provided by Student Services, but fans are encouraged to bring their own grill, games (ladder golf, bag toss, etc.), footballs, and more to ensure they have a good time. Students that are 21 years and older may obtain a wrist band from a licensed police officer to allow them to consume alcohol in the area. The Student Tailgate Nation will close a half hour before kick off to allow fans to make their way inside the DakotaDome. For more information on the Student Tailgate Nation, please call (605) 677-5666.
The Yippin’ Yotes Kid’s Zone will now have a permanent and more accessible home in the middle of the Coyote Tailgate Nation. The area will feature inflatables, an expanded kids play area and activities for kids of all ages, and will open 3 hours before kickoff.
The doors to the DakotaDome will now open 60 minutes prior to kickoff.
For reserve a spot in Coyote Tailgate Nation or for more information, contact (605) 677-5959.
| Size |
Single Game |
Season |
| 30’x30’ (2 vehicles) |
$30 |
$120 |
| 30’x60’ (3 vehicles) |
$50 |
$200 |
*Single Game Prices Double For Dakota Days
Student Tailgate Nation
USD students are encouraged to join in the tailgate fun with the creation of the Student Tailgate Nation. Before each home game, students can reserve a single space and pick up a parking pass from the Dean of Students Office (MUC 218) on Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. The Student Tailgate Nation will open four hours prior to kickoff with entertainment provided by a DJ. Food will be provided by Student Services, but fans are encouraged to bring their own grill. Students that are 21 years and older may receive a wrist band from a licensed police officer to allow them to consume alcohol in the area. The Student Tailgate Nation will close a half hour before kick off to allow fans to make their way inside the DakotaDome. For more information on the Student Tailgate Nation, please call (605) 677-5666.
USD Tailgating Policy
Student Tailgate Nation Polices
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