Personal Gear
Absolute Must
- 2.5 gallon of water per person per day
- a water bottle to carry at all times
- sunglasses
- flashlight & batteries
- toiletries & towel
- sun block
- lip balm
- wide brim hat
- cool & sun protective clothing
- warm, windproof clothing
- solid shoes
- earplugs
- knit ski cap
- warm sleeping bag
- a sturdy tent or other shelter
- foam sleeping pad
- bowl, mug, knife, spoon, fork
- toilet paper
- garbage bags
- medications, contact lenses, etc.
- burning man ticket
Highly Recommended
- bicycle & lock
- fanny pack
- dust masks
- goggles
- skin lotion
- headlamp
- handi-wipes
- ziplock bags
- work gloves
- bedding/pillows
- costumes, goofy props, etc
Personal Food
Nourishing snacks and drinks that don’t need refrigeration, e.g.:
- granola, energy bars, trail mix
- nuts & seeds
- crackers, chips, rice cakes, popcorn
- salsa, tahini, dips
- dried fruit, date rolls
- instant health food
- beef or turkey jerky
- chocolate, peanut butter, candies
- soy & rice milk
- protein powder (for shakes)
- soft drink powder (e.g. Gatorade)
