MACOMB, Ill. - Western Illinois Football will play six games at Hanson Field during the 2010 season, and passes for tailgating prior to the games are currently on sale. All fans with plans to tailgate prior to a game must have a valid tailgate parking permit (TPP).

A tailgate parking permit application can be picked up at 103 or 234 Western Hall, or downloaded off the website. Permit applications can be mailed or delivered to 206 Western Hall. A full set of the tailgating area rules can be found on the Western Illinois University website.

Fees for the Tailgate Parking Permits for Lot CB in Lot "Q" for the 2010 season will be $15.00 per game or $50 for a season permit. Fees for the Lot "N" Reserved Parking permit will be $150 per permit per year.

Leatherneck Club members who donate at the All-American level or higher receive reserved parking passes for Lots "N" and "16M" through yearly membership. Only Leatherneck Club donors with parking permits and persons with Reserved Parking permits will be allowed in Lot "N". Leatherneck Club members who wish to tailgate in Lot "Q" must purchase a TPP. All violators of these guidelines and procedures will be towed at owners' expense.

The Tailgate Parking Permit will be for two (2) parking spots. Fans may reserve an area for one game or for the entire season. A maximum of 20 people are allowed per TPP. Only one vehicle is allowed per TPP. The fire lane located in the center of the tailgating rows is for safety purposes, and must be kept clear of all obstructions at all times.

For more information call (309) 298-1731, or email inquiries to: aj-barkema@wiu.edu. The 2010 Football schedule and ticket sales can be found at www.GoLeathernecks.com.