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  1. wizardishungry revised this gist Feb 3, 2010. 2 changed files with 3 additions and 118 deletions.
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    STRUCTURES
    ----------
    - tent/dome (playadome or springbar tents are said to be best)
    - tarps for under dome & shade - for shade, silver or thick white - http://www.tarpsplus.com
    - poles for securing shade structure
    - 14 - 18" Stakes - rebar
    - tennis balls to cover stakes
    - strong bungee cords (for guy lines, securing things)
    - rope of various sizes
    - reflective/illuminated ribbon for tent/shade ropes (disoriented people will trip over them at night)
    - small sledge hammer (for driving shelters' stakes)
    - duct tape (heavy duty UV Duct Tape)
    - extra "grip clips" (for dealing with tarps in the wind)
    - old rugs for in dome (if large enough to "chill", or some cheap flor tiles)
    - velcro strips

    ITEMS
    -----
    - dolly for getting things from the container to the camp
    - bikes
    - decorations for bikes
    - extra tire tubes and mini pump
    - sleeping bags & blankets
    - mat for under sleeping bags (a lil bit o padding & keeps heat in )
    - pillows
    - lockable storage device
    - large plastic tub/blue bin(s) (to seal away cloths, gear, food, etc. from the dust)
    - dust masks (extras in case of loss)
    - day bags
    - "hang tags" for day bags (with contact info & camp location)
    - water bottles
    - wearable water bag
    - plastic drink cups (to bring to parties at nite, should attach to clothing)
    - solar shower, 5 gallons (for showering/washing dishes)
    - solar yard lights to mark your camp paths & large clear plastic bags and rubber bands to enclose the lights and protect them from the dust
    - battery powered lights: 1 for camp, 2 for bikes, 2 portable
    - extra batteries
    - battery pack for iphones or extra batteries for camera
    - zip lock plastic bags (to keep things clean; dust will be everywhere)
    - glow sticks for bikes & walking @ night & illuminating camp (http://glowproducts.com/batteryoperated/elwire/, or battery-operated LED light strings)
    - large heavy duty trash bags
    - ear plugs (plus extras)
    - eye masks (plus extras)
    - gifts
    - a few towels
    - colorful old flat sheets (thrift store finds - good for all kinds of things, like creating shade and color in your camp)
    - unique camp marker
    - water misters
    - something to collect grey water in
    - money for ice/coffee
    - fire extinguisher
    - battery-powered fm radio (to listen to burning man news)
    - stools/chairs for chilling in camp

    PERSONAL ITEMS
    --------------
    - sunscreen - spf 40
    - tooth brush
    - toothpaste
    - brush/comb
    - extra hair ties
    - face soap
    - body soap - unscented, biodegradable
    - big bottles of heavy-duty moisturizer
    - vaseline (for feet)
    - chapstick
    - baby wipes (for de-dusting in between showers)
    - condoms
    - ladythings
    - a couple of rolls of toilet paper (portapoties run out)
    - saline nasal spray
    - a small first aid kit, including:
    -- bandaids (multiple size)
    -- antibiotic ointment
    -- acetaminophen or ibuprofen
    -- tums
    -- ace bandage
    -- tweezers

    CLOTHING
    --------
    - goggles (+ extras)
    - bandanas
    - wide-brimmed hat with cord (wind)
    - sunglasses + extra pairs
    - headbands
    - hoodies - layers for night
    - long sleeved cotton shirts (for keeping cool in sun)
    - sneakers
    - sandals
    - LOTS of socks
    - bathing suits (for bathing)

    KITCHEN
    -------
    - ice chest
    - cooler
    - small camp cooking stove
    - dish soap - unscented, biodegradable
    - can opener
    - dishes & utensils
    - paper towels
    - tub for washing in

    FOOD
    ----
    - 2 gallons water/person/day (28 gallons, for drinking, bathing, food prep, & cleaning)
    - vitamins
    - juice/juice powder
    - canned food (can warm self in sun)
    - nuts - salted & not
    - oranges (keep well and full of water)
    - single serving soy/rice/almond milk cartons
    - granola
    - couscous (cooks instantly)
    - dried fruit
    - alcohol
    - vegan "power bars" (non meltable)
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    PANTS: HELLO ??? AM I LATE FOR BURNING MAN ??? IT IS COLD
    PANTS: THEY PROMISED FOUR AND TWENTY BLACKBIRDS
    PANTS: THIS IS MORE LIKE FOUR HUNDRED AND TWENTY BLACK DICKS ALL AT ONCE (WITHOUT REMORSE OR AN OUNCE OF POLITENESS I MIGHT ADD)
  2. @juliamae juliamae revised this gist Feb 2, 2010. 1 changed file with 1 addition and 0 deletions.
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    ITEMS
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    - dolly for getting things from the container to the camp
    - bikes
    - decorations for bikes
    - extra tire tubes and mini pump
  3. @juliamae juliamae revised this gist Feb 2, 2010. 1 changed file with 4 additions and 2 deletions.
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    STRUCTURES
    ----------
    - tent/dome
    - tent/dome (playadome or springbar tents are said to be best)
    - tarps for under dome & shade - for shade, silver or thick white - http://www.tarpsplus.com
    - poles for securing shade structure
    - 14 - 18" Stakes - rebar
    @@ -20,6 +20,7 @@ ITEMS
    - decorations for bikes
    - extra tire tubes and mini pump
    - sleeping bags & blankets
    - mat for under sleeping bags (a lil bit o padding & keeps heat in )
    - pillows
    - lockable storage device
    - large plastic tub/blue bin(s) (to seal away cloths, gear, food, etc. from the dust)
    @@ -35,7 +36,7 @@ ITEMS
    - extra batteries
    - battery pack for iphones or extra batteries for camera
    - zip lock plastic bags (to keep things clean; dust will be everywhere)
    - glow sticks for bikes & walking @ night
    - glow sticks for bikes & walking @ night & illuminating camp (http://glowproducts.com/batteryoperated/elwire/, or battery-operated LED light strings)
    - large heavy duty trash bags
    - ear plugs (plus extras)
    - eye masks (plus extras)
    @@ -98,6 +99,7 @@ KITCHEN
    - can opener
    - dishes & utensils
    - paper towels
    - tub for washing in

    FOOD
    ----
  4. @juliamae juliamae revised this gist Feb 2, 2010. 1 changed file with 42 additions and 6 deletions.
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    - tent/dome
    - tarps for under dome & shade - for shade, silver or thick white - http://www.tarpsplus.com
    - poles for securing shade structure
    - 14 - 18" Stakes incase the ground is loose
    - 14 - 18" Stakes - rebar
    - tennis balls to cover stakes
    - strong bungee cords (for guy lines, securing things)
    - rope
    - rope of various sizes
    - reflective/illuminated ribbon for tent/shade ropes (disoriented people will trip over them at night)
    - small sledge hammer (for driving shelters' stakes)
    - duct tape (heavy duty UV Duct Tape)
    - extra "grip clips" (for dealing with tarps in the wind)
    - old rugs for in dome (if large enough to "chill", or some cheap flor tiles)
    - velcro strips

    ITEMS
    -----
    - bikes
    - decorations for bikes
    - extra tire tubes and mini pump
    - sleeping bags & blankets
    - pillows
    - lockable storage device
    - large plastic tub/blue bin(s) (to seal away cloths, gear, food, etc. from the dust)
    - dust masks (extras in case of loss)
    - day bags
    - "hang tags" for day bags (with contact info & camp location)
    - water bottles
    - wearable water bag
    - plastic drink cups (to bring to parties at nite, should attach to clothing)
    - solar shower, 5 gallons (for showering/washing dishes)
    - solar yard lights to mark your camp paths & large clear plastic bags and rubber bands to enclose the lights and protect them from the dust
    - battery powered lights: 1 for camp, 2 for bikes, 2 portable
    - extra batteries
    - battery pack for iphones or extra batteries for camera
    - zip lock plastic bags (to keep things clean; dust will be everywhere)
    - glow sticks for bikes & walking @ night
    - large heavy duty trash bags
    - ear plugs (plus extras)
    - eye masks (plus extras)
    - gifts
    - a few towels
    - colorful old flat sheets (thrift store finds - good for all kinds of things, like creating shade and color in your camp)
    - unique camp marker
    - water misters
    - something to collect grey water in
    - money for ice/coffee
    - fire extinguisher
    - battery-powered fm radio (to listen to burning man news)
    - stools/chairs for chilling in camp

    PERSONAL ITEMS
    --------------
    @@ -32,12 +58,15 @@ PERSONAL ITEMS
    - brush/comb
    - extra hair ties
    - face soap
    - body soap
    - body soap - unscented, biodegradable
    - big bottles of heavy-duty moisturizer
    - vaseline (for feet)
    - chapstick
    - baby wipes (for de-dusting in between showers)
    - condoms
    - ladythings
    - a couple of rolls of toilet paper (portapoties run out)
    - saline nasal spray
    - a small first aid kit, including:
    -- bandaids (multiple size)
    -- antibiotic ointment
    @@ -54,26 +83,33 @@ CLOTHING
    - sunglasses + extra pairs
    - headbands
    - hoodies - layers for night
    - long sleeved cotton shirts (for keeping cool in sun)
    - sneakers
    - sandals
    - LOTS of socks
    - bathing suits (for bathing)

    KITCHEN
    -------
    - ice chest
    - cooler
    - small camp cooking stove
    - dish soap
    - dish soap - unscented, biodegradable
    - can opener
    - dishes & utensils
    - paper towels

    FOOD
    ----
    - 1.5 gallons water/person/day (approx 15 gallons)
    - 2 gallons water/person/day (28 gallons, for drinking, bathing, food prep, & cleaning)
    - vitamins
    - juice/juice powder
    - canned food (can warm self in sun)
    - nuts - salted & not
    - oranges (keep well and full of water)
    - single serving soy/rice/almond milk cartons
    - granola
    - couscous (cooks instantly)
    - dried fruit
    - dried fruit
    - alcohol
    - vegan "power bars" (non meltable)
  5. @juliamae juliamae created this gist Feb 2, 2010.
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    STRUCTURES
    ----------
    - tent/dome
    - tarps for under dome & shade - for shade, silver or thick white - http://www.tarpsplus.com
    - poles for securing shade structure
    - 14 - 18" Stakes incase the ground is loose
    - strong bungee cords (for guy lines, securing things)
    - rope
    - small sledge hammer (for driving shelters' stakes)
    - duct tape (heavy duty UV Duct Tape)
    - extra "grip clips" (for dealing with tarps in the wind)

    ITEMS
    -----
    - large plastic tub/blue bin(s) (to seal away cloths, gear, food, etc. from the dust)
    - dust masks (extras in case of loss)
    - day bags
    - solar shower, 5 gallons (for showering/washing dishes)
    - battery powered lights: 1 for camp, 2 for bikes, 2 portable
    - extra batteries
    - zip lock plastic bags (to keep things clean; dust will be everywhere)
    - glow sticks for bikes & walking @ night
    - large heavy duty trash bags
    - ear plugs (plus extras)
    - eye masks (plus extras)

    PERSONAL ITEMS
    --------------
    - sunscreen - spf 40
    - tooth brush
    - toothpaste
    - brush/comb
    - extra hair ties
    - face soap
    - body soap
    - big bottles of heavy-duty moisturizer
    - chapstick
    - baby wipes (for de-dusting in between showers)
    - condoms
    - ladythings
    - a small first aid kit, including:
    -- bandaids (multiple size)
    -- antibiotic ointment
    -- acetaminophen or ibuprofen
    -- tums
    -- ace bandage
    -- tweezers

    CLOTHING
    --------
    - goggles (+ extras)
    - bandanas
    - wide-brimmed hat with cord (wind)
    - sunglasses + extra pairs
    - headbands
    - hoodies - layers for night
    - sneakers
    - sandals
    - bathing suits (for bathing)

    KITCHEN
    -------
    - ice chest
    - cooler
    - small camp cooking stove
    - dish soap
    - can opener

    FOOD
    ----
    - 1.5 gallons water/person/day (approx 15 gallons)
    - juice/juice powder
    - canned food (can warm self in sun)
    - nuts - salted & not
    - oranges (keep well and full of water)
    - single serving soy/rice/almond milk cartons
    - granola
    - couscous (cooks instantly)
    - dried fruit