The app is not launching.

If you have an Iphone, the app might not be launching if the ring/silent button on the side of your phone is switched off.

The data connection in front of the Eisenhower Auditorium is not optimal, so please connect to the WiFi network “CPA-patio” with the password “welcome!” before launching the app.

I downloaded the app but I do not hear any sound.

Make sure the sound on your phone is turned on. If you have an Iphone, you might not be hearing sound if your ring/silent button on the side of your phone is switched off.

I am at the starting point but I only keep hearing the instruction that I should go to the starting point.

If you do not get past the instructions screen and audio when you are at the starting point, it is likely caused by one of the two reasons below:

1. you have not allowed location services when you downloaded the app. Make sure to enable location services while using the app.

2. You are at the wrong location. Please make sure to go to the plaza in front of the Eisenhower Auditorium.

Why do I need to turn on location services?

The app triggers the content based on where you are, and in order to do that the app needs to be able to read your location.

For instructions on how to enable location services on an Iphone, click here.

For instructions on how to enable locations services on an Android phone, click here.

I am experiencing technical issues.

200 ACRES is experienced through a new custom built app. We have done what we can to make it as smooth as possible, but because it is new software you may run into some issues we didn't know about before. It's very helpful if in this case you can report to us what happened and at what point in the experience through this contact form. We appreciate it!

Where can I get the app?

You can download the app for free on iphones from the App Store, and on android phones from Google Play Store.

After downloading the app, make sure to allow location services when prompted - your location and movements in the park influence what you are hearing. If location services are not allowed, you will not be able to hear the content.

How do I use the app?

It is very simple:

• Install the free app
• allow location services when prompted
• bring your charged phone and headphones
• go to the Eisenhower Auditorium
• plug in your headphones
• and the sound and voice in the app will guide your from there

For more detailed instructions, read our Get The App page.

Is it free?

It is!

What equipment do I need to participate?

Bring your own smartphone with the downloaded app. Make sure it has plenty of battery life so you won’t run out. And bring your own headphones. If they are wireless, make sure to charge them too.

We also recommend wearing comfortable shoes and bringing weather appropriate clothing as the walk is outdoors

How long is the walk?

The experience takes about 60 minutes. You will walk approximately 1 mile, including on turf and uneven surfaces.

The walk begins at the Eisenhower Auditorium and ends in the Arboretum. From the ending point of the walk, it takes 15 minutes to walk back to the Eisenhower Auditorium.

When can I do the walk?

Every day from sunrise to sunset to sunset.

Once you have downloaded the app, you can experience 200 ACRES whenever you want within those hours!

We recommend doing the walk in the morning, or between late afternoon and sunset, when the sunlight beautifully changes.

Can I experience it from home or elsewhere?

200 ACRES is a site-specific experience built with geolocated technology, and the app will only work when you go to the Eisenhower Auditorium.

How long will the experience be available?

You can experience 200 ACRES from July 2023 onwards.

Where can I park?

Please check here for parking information on campus.

Where does the experience start?

The experience starts at the plaza in front of the Eisenhower Auditorium.

Restrooms

There are restrooms at the Eisenhower Auditorium, the starting point of the experience, which are accessible Mon-Fri 10am-4pm. There are also public restrooms at the Overlook Pavilion in the Arboretum, the ending point of the experience, which are accessible from sunset to sunrise.

Can I attend with someone else?

200 ACRES is designed as experience for an individual or a small group of people. Feel free to bring anyone you’d like. You can even bring your dog (as long as they are leashed).

Will you be collecting my information?

We do not collect personal information, and we take your privacy seriously. You can view our privacy policy here.

Mobility

This is an audio experience which covers approximately 1.25 miles in a university and park setting which includes terrain of grass, pavement, gravel and natural soil. There are no stairs/steps in the walk. Audio is geo triggered through the app as you move through the different areas at your own pace. Headphones required.

Vision and Hearing Access Services

The text of the experience is available as a PDF file which you can read from your phone or personal device. The audio of the experience is also available as an MP3 file which you can download and play.

To receive access to the text, please complete this brief form.

To receive access to the audio, please complete this brief form.

I have more questions before doing the walk

If after reading the FAQ you have more questions about the experience before going to the park, please contact the Center for the Performing Arts: +1 814-863‑0255 | Telephone Hours: Monday – Friday, 10 AM – 4 PM | Email: cfpa@psu.edu or Artstix@psu.edu

How can I spread the word?

We’d love you to share your experience! Please share images and thoughts on social media with the hashtag #200acreswalk. You can find us on Instagram @200acres. If you have questions or comments, you can reach us through the contact form on our website.

I want to submit an archive contribution after I did the experience.

Sure! You can email it to 200acreswalk@gmail.com.