Burning Man packing list

Toiletries and personal care

Glasses
Sunglasses
Goggles and/or dust masks
Contact lenses
+ case + solution
Watch
Wallet
Personal pocket ashtray
Car keys
Parasol
Ear plugs
Camelback or water bottle with strap
- to be carried at all times!
Glow sticks, flashing lights, EL wire, laser pointer
- for safety in the dark. Remember, you should make yourself visible from all directions at night to people riding bikes or driving an art car with no headlights, otherwise you will be run over.

Backpack
Daypack
Containers with tight-fitting lids
- to keep your cooking utensils and other things dust-free

Sturdy, wind-resistant tent
Tent stakes
- preferably 18" lengths of rebar
Tent stake covers
- to prevent foot injuries (tennis balls, plastic bottles, stuffed animals, etc.)
Tarp
- under the tent
Shade structure
- absolutely essential. Your tent will be as hot as the oven during the day. An open shade structure will not restrict the flow of air and will provide shelter from the sun.
Sleeping pad or air mattress
Sleeping bag
Blanket
Camp chair
Folding table
Tools
Work gloves
Waterproof matches
Lighter
Duct tape
Lantern
Rope
Message board

Briefs or boxer shorts
Socks
Bras and panties
- cotton underwear is best for desert climate
Headwear
- hat, baseball cap, bandana. A broad-brimmed hat with a neck cord works best, stays on when it's windy and protects from sun at all times.
Swim trunks
Swimsuit
Cover-ups
- sarong or pareo
Personal selection of clothes
- cotton T-shirts, shorts, longsleeve lightweight shirts, all preferably with pockets. Sunscreen clothing is the best option.
Poncho or rain jacket
Thermal underwear
- for cold nights
Flip-flops, sneakers, sandals
Playa costumes
- funky clothing, creative headwear, jewelry, wigs, body lights

Water containers
Water
- 2 gallons per person per day minimum - for drinking, washing, food preparation. Drink 2 ounces of water for each ounce of caffeinated or alcoholic beverages which dehydrate the body. Track your water consumption! In desert climate, you should drink at least 1 gallon of water a day to make up for perspiration.
Insulated cup for cold and hot beverages
Plate and/or bowl
Spoon and fork
Cook set
Can opener
Camp stove
Fuel for camp stove
Cleaning supplies
- baby wipes + paper towels work great for light clean-up
Cooler
Dry ice
Fresh fruit and vegetables
- for the first 1-2 days
Dried fruit and nuts
Energy bars
Cookies
Chips
Crackers
Peanut butter
Canned fruit
Canned soup
Juice boxes
Gatorade or other electrolyte-replenishing drink
Liquor
Gum and/or mints

First-aid kit
- pain reliever, antacid, allergy medicine, antibiotic ointment, band-aids, cold pack
Prescription medications
Motion sickness pills
Eye drops
Nasal spray
Cough drops

Knife or multi-tool
Car emergency kit
Jumper cables, tow cable, roadside flares, reflective triangle, tire inflator, air compressor, first aid kit, flashlight and extra batteries, roll of duct tape, multitool, work gloves, etc.
5-gallon gas can
Compass
Binoculars
Bike
+ bike lock + tools + tire repair kit + lights and decorations
Big garbage bags
Ziploc bags
- to store food, toiletries, clean clothes, equipment - anything you do not want covered in dust
Clean-up tools
whisk broom + rake + dustpan
Sewing kit
Safety pin
Sturdy notebook and pen
Permanent marker
Squirt gun
Folding fan
Gifts, trinkets
- glow bracelets, body lights, blinky toys, etc.

Notify someone of your plans
Tell them where you are going, how long you'll be there and when to expect you back.
Charge all batteries
Put mail on hold or arrange for mail pick-up
Service car and fill up tank
Print out maps, guides, etc.
Download maps to GPS
Get cash from ATM
Pay bills
Set TiVo or VCR to record programs
Clear answering machine
Set up auto email response
Adjust AC to save energy
Turn off appliances and electronic devices
Clean out perishables from fridge
Water plants or arrange for plants to be watered while you are away
Make arrangements for pets to be fed
Take out garbage