Why You Can't Wear Blue to a Two Rivers Visit — What Happens and How to Avoid Being Turned Away
Show up to Two Rivers wearing blue, and there's a good chance you won't make it past the front door. Oregon DOC's dress code is unusually strict about this one rule — and it's easy to miss if you're not expecting it.
Oregon DOC's visiting guidelines are blunt: don't wear blue denim or blue clothing of any kind to Two Rivers. This isn't a suggestion - it's a hard rule tied to security. If any part of your outfit reads as blue (including denim), change before you go.
Quick rule: Avoid wearing any blue clothing to your Two Rivers visit - including blue denim.
While you're planning your outfit, remember the other common reason people get turned away: ID. Anyone 15 or older needs official government identification - a driver's license, passport, state ID, or military ID all work.
The reason behind the no-blue rule is simple. Adults in custody (AICs) at Oregon DOC facilities wear blue, including blue denim. When visitors wear the same color, it creates visual confusion - making it harder for staff to maintain control and keep everyone safe.
Why it matters: Blue is restricted because it matches what AICs wear, and staff need visitors to be clearly distinguishable.
Arrive wearing blue or denim, and you won't get in. Oregon DOC calls out both blue denim specifically and blue clothing generally. Even if everything else about your visit is squared away, blue can stop you at the door.
- Change before you enter - If you have a non-blue option with you, swap it on-site before you try to check in.
- Keep a spare outfit in your vehicle - A plain, non-blue shirt and non-denim pants can save the whole trip.
- Reschedule if you can’t fix it - If you don’t have a change of clothes, you’ll need to come back another day.
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- ✓ Wear non-blue colors (neutral shades are the safest)
- ✓ Skip blue denim entirely
- ✓ Dress conservatively
- ✓ If you wear a dress, skirt, jumper, culottes, or shorts, make sure it sits at knee level or lower when you’re standing
These guidelines exist to keep the visiting area orderly and reduce security risks. Avoid blue, keep your outfit conservative, and you're much less likely to get pulled aside at check-in.
Tip: Pick your outfit the night before, and bring a simple non-blue backup (like a plain T-shirt or cover-up) so you can fix a problem fast.
Getting turned away is frustrating, especially after a long drive. If it happens because of blue or denim, treat it as fixable: change your clothes and schedule another visit. When you return, don't forget your ID if you're 15 or older - you'll still need it at the door.
- Reschedule your visit online - Effective December 1, 2025, Oregon DOC requires visits to be pre-scheduled using the IC Solutions Corrections website.
- Get scheduling help if you need it - If you run into issues, contact ICS Corrections at (888) 646-9437.
- Show up prepared next time - Bring your official ID (if you’re 15+) and wear non-blue, non-denim clothing so you don’t lose the visit at check-in.
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