The 49 forum was setup originally as a place to post the threads and posts that were more adult in their content.
Over the last year we have not had as many posts like that and the activity of that forum dwindled.
The restriction in the past for the forum was based on being 18 or over.
As of now if you are a PowWows.com Addict, you have access to it.
To become a PowWows.com Addict you must be registered for 1 year, have 1500 reputation, and 1000 posts.
If you are not a PowWows.com Addict and above the age of 18, you can request to be a part of the forum.
Go here:
http://www.powwows.com/gathering/pro...editusergroups
And request to be a part of The 49 group.