I may not bring it. But I won't be happy if I see other people with them!
If you look at the Spectator Guide (146 pages) http://www.vancouver2010.com/dl/00/26/87/lrg-print-spectatorguide-complete_80d-ow.pdf, for the Opening/Closing Ceremony at BC Place, Flash photography for personal use is allowed. The guide didn't mention anything about the type of camera. I guess if you only carry a small point and shoot camera and only small bag, then you can use the express line with much shorter lineup time.
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Spectators carrying no bags or small bags (no larger than 15 cm x 15 cm x 30 cm or 6 in x 6 in x 12 in) will move into the express line.
Spectators carrying larger bags will follow the standard line.
I just found an article from CTV which answered my question:
"While a notice sent to ticket holders warned them to leave cameras at home, cellphones with camera functions were allowed in. Once inside, some people were caught taking photos and warned to stop. "
If you look at the Spectator Guide (146 pages) http://www.vancouver2010.com/dl/00/26/87/lrg-print-spectatorguide-complete_80d-ow.pdf, for the Opening/Closing Ceremony at BC Place, Flash photography for personal use is allowed. The guide didn't mention anything about the type of camera. I guess if you only carry a small point and shoot camera and only small bag, then you can use the express line with much shorter lineup time.
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We both thought of actually reading the guide. Go us!
Yes you're correct. Another FAQ from vancouver2010:
Can I take photographs or use my video camera at the venues?
Photography for personal use is permitted, but flash photography is not permitted at Canada Hockey Place, Pacific Coliseum, Richmond Olympic Oval, UBC Thunderbird Arena and The Whistler Sliding Centre. The use of broadcast or photographic equipment for commercial purposes is prohibited.
So no cameras on Wed night. Fri should be fine.
Regarding phones, I've got a camera on there too, but I've been getting through fine for my shifts...
When in doubt, read the FAQ in the spectator guide or online.
Oh another note, there *are* express lines, but apparently were not very well marked on Monday. The only signs I've seen then are the ones at the screening tent, which you probably can't see hundreds of meters away...
When in doubt, ask a blue jacket (they should have yellow arm bands, but doesn't matter) and make sure you're in the right line, since the express moves a lot faster.
maybe i missed the news and maybe different rules apply to ceremonies versus sporting events
but who does one ask about it?
Based on the spectator guide, flash light is OK for Opening/Closing Ceremony at BC Place.
Flash light is NOT ok in venues where athletes compete. I guess the reason is flash light may affect their eyesight.
We both thought of actually reading the guide. Go us!
I don't need no instruckshuns!
VANCO is expecting spectators to carefully study all 146 pages of the guide. The penalty of not following instructions can be confiscated items or denied reentry to the venue.
I'm pretty sure there is *no* reentry to any venue. If you decide to leave the secured grounds to grab a bite to eat at a nearby place, you can't come back in.
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I may not bring it. But I won't be happy if I see other people with them!
We both thought of actually reading the guide. Go us!
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