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The West Virginia Black Bears asks that you please adhere to FAA policies, per the NOTAM document concerning flight restrictions for sporting events. No flight operation may take place within three nautical miles, nor up to 3,000 feet around the perimeter of the stadium, from one hour prior to the start of the event until one hour after its completion. These restrictions also apply to all unmanned or remote controlled Drone aircrafts. Failure to comply with these restrictions will result in the appropriate legal response from law enforcement officials.

No one is allowed on the field at any time without proper credentials. Designated areas will be established for autographs on a game-by-game basis. Please visit the West Virginia Black Bears website at www.westvirginiablackbears.com for up-to-date information on autograph signing sessions.

Banners and signs, except those associated with West Virginia Black Bears Baseball, are not permitted at Monongalia County Ballpark, without the written consent of the West Virginia Black Bears front office or approval at Gate A.

Fans are permitted to use both still and video cameras to shoot pre-game, game action and between innings as long as they are not obstructing other fans. Tripods and other camera stands are prohibited. Fans should be advised it is illegal to sell or mass-produce any photos taken at Monongalia County Ballpark without the consent of the West Virginia Black Bears. Failure to adhere to these rules will result in fan ejection and/or confiscation of camera.

Two separate concession stands are located on the main concourse directly behind sections 103 and 106. Mobile concession carts may also be located throughout the concourse and Party Deck. All concessions stands accept the four major credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover).

All concessions are provided by Sodexo, Inc

Each credential indicates the areas of Monongalia County Ballpark in which it will be honored. Credentials must be worn at all times. To request a credential contact the West Virginia Blacks Bears front office at 304-293-7910. To request media credentials email wvbbmedia@gmail.com.

*GPS Coordinates *

39.644730, -79.995838

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From the South-

  • From Interstate 79, take the University Towne Center Exit 153.
  • Veer off Exit 153 and turn right at the stoplight off the exit.
  • Continue straight. Monongalia County Ballpark will be on your left.

From the North -

  • From Interstate 79, take the West Virginia University Exit 155.
  • Turn left off Exit 155, then turn right at the stoplight at the entrance of University Towne Center.
  • Continue straight until you drive past Wal-Mart. Monongalia County Ballpark will be on your right.

From the East-

  • From Interstate 68, take I-79 North.
  • Take the University Towne Center Exit 153.
  • Veer off Exit 153 and turn right at the stoplight off the exit.
  • Continue straight. Monongalia County Ballpark will be on your left.

There is one elevator located on the concourse behind Section 107 into the Press Box/Luxury Box Level. Must present proper credentials for access. There is a second elevator located behind right field for people with disabilities for entering and exiting the ballpark.

Two family restrooms are located on the main concourse behind Section 104. These areas are equipped with changing tables.

Located on the main concourse behind Section 105. Contact an event staff member or police for assistance.

No food or beverages may be brought into Monongalia County Ballpark by fans except with the prior consent of the club's General Manager.

Currently the grass berms are closed to fans.

Going onto the grass berms will result in an immediate removal from Monongalia County Ballpark

Is maintained during the game at the Fan Service Station located behind Section 102 on the main concourse. All unclaimed items will be available in the West Virginia Black Bears front office the next business day. Please email wvblackbears@gmail.com with any questions.

In case of a lost child, please contact the Fan Services Station, located behind Section 102 in the main concourse or contact an event staff member or police officer for assistance.

A limited number of luxury party areas are available for rental on a game-by-game basis. These areas are located on the Press Box Level. For information on Luxury Box rentals contact West Virginia Black Bears at 304-293-7653 or email tickets@westvirginiablackbears.com.

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There are several parking options at Monongalia County Ballpark. Fans may pay to park at Monongalia County Ballpark in either Lot 1 or Lot 2. Parking lot 1 is located behind the center field fence on the opposite side of Gyorko Drive near Buffalo Wild Wings and Star Furniture. Lot 2 is located behind the right field clubhouse building and _requires a season parking pas_s. Season parking passes may be purchased by calling the Black Bears Ticket Office at (304) 293-7653.

Fans may also park at the University Town Center. A limited number of parking spots are located at Walmart, Sams Club and the WVU Hospital Facility. Available parking spots at Walmart and Sams Club are striped with white paint. Game day parking is prohibited in any spots striped in yellow paint.

Parking rules for the WVU Hospital facility are as follows: The West Virginia Black Bears have access to "up to 50% of the final, as-constructed parking spaces on the Hospital Premises"… Those spots become available for Black Bears games starting at 5 p.m. on for all evening games as they open up with the full complement of spaces available by 6 p.m. On Saturdays, Sundays and national holidays the designated spaces are available starting two hours prior to game time as the spots open up with all designated spots available one hour prior to the game. Fans are not allowed into the WVU Hospital facility restrooms. Tailgating and tents are not allowed in the lot either and nothing can be sold in the lot.

ADA parking is available in Parking Lot 3 located directly behind the scoreboard at Monongalia County Ballpark near Gate A. These reserved spaces are sold on a first come first serve basis. Disabled fans or those driving a fan with a handicap should notify the parking manager of their desire to park in the reserved handicapped area. Upon notification, the parking lot staff will direct the vehicle to the closest parking space. Proper handicap identification is required.

  • Valid state-issued ADA parking placard or license plate
  • Valid state-issued ADA parking registration card
  • Photo ID of the ADA permit holder (the photo ID must match the ADA parking registration card)

Unauthorized vehicles will be towed at the owner's expense.

Located on the main concourse behind Sections 104 and 109. There are two men's, two women's and two family restrooms located on the main concourse level. All restrooms are equipped to serve physically challenged patrons and offer baby changing stations.

There will be no re-entry into Monongalia County Ballpark with the exception of an emergency. In the event of an emergency please visit the fan service room located behind home plate in the main concourse, event staff representative or police officer. Hand stamps will be used to identify those who are permitted to re-entry Monongalia County Ballpark.

Monongalia County Ballpark is a 100% Smoke Free Facility. Smoking is not permitted in any of the seating areas, the concourses or the suites, before, during or after the game. This includes the use of Vapor Cigarettes, or 'E Cigarettes.'

Selling of any items by anyone other than authorized WV Black Bears or designated vending personnel in or around Monongalia County Ballpark and the parking areas is prohibited.

Strollers are permitted but must be checked at Fan Services. Strollers are not permitted in the Grass Berm Seating Areas.

Monongalia County Ballpark is ADA complaint. All fans that require the use of a wheelchair should enter the stadium at Gate A located behind the left field fence.