Fort Dix Security Procedures

Please be sure to allow yourself plenty of extra time before your games to pass through security at Fort Dix. We recommend that you allow an additional 15 – 20 minutes before your game to proceed through Fort Dix Military Check-in. Entry is allowed through one gate only, as per the directions – NO EXCEPTIONS. PDA fully supports the Fort’s security efforts – no matter how much of a hurry you are in, disrespectful behavior of any kind toward Ft. Dix authorities will not be tolerated. In addition to their right to deny access, any report to us of such behavior will be grounds for exclusion from future tournaments.

Fort Dix remains one of New Jersey’s best soccer facilities, and it is our privilege to be allowed use of it. We appreciate your respect, your understanding and your patience.

Entry:

After passing through the checkpoint, proceed to the special activities gate.

The special activities gate is staffed with personnel familiar with the soccer event going on, who can direct you if you have questions. Please proceed directly to the fields from the gate.

Once permitted on base, you can leave through any gate. However, be aware that some gates close precisely at 6:00 PM, and you will be directed to the closest open gate.

Required ID:

All adults should bring a valid picture ID to enter Fort Dix. If you are unsure whether a person needs a valid picture ID, err on the side of caution and bring one. Valid picture identifications include a photo id drivers’ license or a passport.

If you do not have a photo driver’s license or a passport, you will need to present two forms of valid identification that are acceptable to the guard at the control center. One must be a photo ID. For example, a military photo ID plus non-photo driver’s license. Determination of acceptability is at the guard’s discretion, and again we ask your respect for the job they are charged with. Best bet is to be sure to have a photo driver’s license or passport.

Youth visitors are not required to present id. However, we do recommend that if they have a picture ID, bring it.

Questions/Emergencies:

Direct your questions to your age group coordinators. In the event of an emergency on the tournament days, try your age group coordinator first, using their cell phone number. If you are unable to get through, call Sam Nellins at (973) 960-3740.