| UK Events FAQ
Posted: 3/13/2007 3:51:28 AM | 
HOST FAQ
See also: FAQ - Planning on Hosting a Event? Things you need to Know
Who can be a host?
Anyone, there are no designated hosts or "teams" or committees for the UK, or any of its regions/cities/communities.
Is hosting hardwork?
It should not be unless you choose to make it hard work
Should I ask if anyone is interested in a meet on the UK Forums?
You can , but only <5% of users use the forums, so do not worry if there is lack of response it is not indicative of interest.
Do I have to use labels at a meet?
No, but it may help in identification of Fish Members & their guests. Guests can print out their own here, you do not need to supply them
(drag to folder/desktop - print)
Does the meet venue have to be exclusive?
No, and it is good advertising for the site for it to be mixing with members of the public as it encourages new members to join
What is the minimum number of people that must attend a POF Meet?
Just 1, although 2 would be better so you have someone to talk to Events that have minimums are in fact - against the party rules
If I own/work at or have connections to a venue can I host a POF Meet there?
No, you cannot and No, you cannot get a friend to host it either
Can a venue charge for a POF Meet?
Only if they usually charge the general public as a rule
The mass mail how many do I get of these?
One! No Exceptions, and do not forget to make sure the longtitude/latitude is set (does not say zero) before you send it. Enter the venue postcode in the box at the bottom of the event post (Marked zipcode) with no spaces and press the update party date and zipcode button. Please note the original poster of the Event Thread must perform this action, co-hosts do not have this ability
I can only use the mass mail as a reminder to those signed up?
You can use the mass mail when you like, but Bigfish will send a reminder mail to the people that are signed up to the meet automatically
Who should take photos?
Anyone with a camera at the meet
What happens if I find I cannot host after all?
Either cancel the meet or get your co-host (that is what they are there for) to take over
Should the Host be on the door to greet everyone or sign them in?
No, they are just a guest at the event like everyone else, there to socialise and meet people, there is no need to sign people in.
Do I need to find a team of hosts?
No this is totally uneccessary, all meet goers should be friendly and greet each other ideally. You and one co-host in case of emergency and you not being able to attend is all that is needed.
Should I choose a Pub or Nightclub venue?
If you want to host in a pub or nightclub yes, but you can host almost anywhere doing almost anything.
What should I expect to pay out to Host a meet?
Nothing, Zero, Zilch, Zip!
Event Thread FAQ
Can I use HTML coding on my meet thread?
Yes, but stick to:
HTML font tags for
- size
- colour
- scrolling
- center
HTML hot-link tags for maps, transportation links, practical links for the event.
HTML Image tags for host pics can be linked to their POF profile pics, direct links to pics on private webspace* (do not link to your webpages, only to the image file directly and ONLY if relevant to the Event)
No outside linked emoticons, gifs, etc.
This keeps the playing field level, keeps the spam down, and the event pages from taking to long to load - the idea is to allow some tags to dress up an event post, NOT to go overboard with spam gifs, or animations that hijack the site coding, or fonts that make the post impossible to read.
Simplicity and fast page loading is one of the things that made POF popular, eye noise on a web page doesn't facilitate marketing, ie: trying to promote a POF event.
Use common sense, keep it attractive, eye-catching, but simple.
- Limiting the allowed tags keeps the learning curve at a shallow slope
- Another person may have to take over the event thread
- Not all mods are UBB/HTML experts
- Continuity and consistency
See here for a basic tutorial Event Thread HTML Codes
Why are posts being deleted from my thread?
Sometimes the posts are off-topic chat, but more likely due to excessive emoticons:
-To avoid this, paste this into your OP -
Note - When Posting on ANY thread
Forum Rules - SpecificF) No irritating posting Styles, including use of all Caps and excessive Punctuation/Blank Lines/ Smilies.
This isn't a "new" rule it's a site wide posting rule, it has always been in place. = site wide.
What do I do after the meet?
Create a Comments & Pictures thread, there is a link on your event thread, click the coloured words "Upload Images" to create it. It is a good idea to post the thread URL onto the event thread and ask people to make comments there rather than the meet thread after the event has happened.
How do the green links work?
Once your meet is scheduled and approved it will appear in the green links in date order, if two meets are on the same date then the first one posted takes precedence.
What pictures can I upload?
Pictures of the event itself, and do not upload pictures of members that you know are forum barred. If you do upload unwittingly you will be advised by a moderator and the images will be removed. Do not upload lewd or racy images either.
Attendee FAQ
Can I come alone?
Yes you can
How many guests can I bring?
As many as you like
Do I have to wear a label?
Only if you want to wear one and you can print your own here (see above)
Can a venue charge for a POF Meet?
Only if they usually charge the general public as a rule
Can a host stop me attending a meet?
No, but the venue can stop you entering their premises if you are barred from it
If I don’t want my picture up or I want one of me removed can I have this done?
Yes, and if the host will not comply report them by contacting the Forum Moderator or moderators
I had a forum ban and none of my pictures are up on the image thread, why?
Because pictures of forum barred members are not allowed to be shown, nor a forum barred members allowed to be discussed on the meet or comments thread
What if I attended a meet where it broke the rules?
Report this to the Forum Moderator
If I don’t sign up by a certain time does it mean I cannot attend?
No you can attend any POF meet advertised, the obvious exemption to this is where you have to pay the venue in advance for an all ticketed event.
What can I expect at a POF Meet?
You get out what you put in, if you attend mingle & chat then people will mingle and chat back, the same as any other party just slightly more friendly
Should the host tell me about hotels/taxis/transport etc?
They have no obligation to do this, Google is your friend (if the information is not in the thread OP) | |
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