[quote="teardropper"]A simple way to keep fresh, when you can't shower, I use a dilute Dr. Bronner's peppermint soap in a spray bottle and one of clear water. I ordered from a hospital supply some large, nappy wipes for bed bound patients, but regular wipes would work, or a wash cloth. I think you c...

Genius!

Do you have to shower on the playa to stay "competent?" If everyone smells like crap, it's OK to smell like crap, right? How many people take regular showers?

I hadn't thought of tent pole repair kits. Actually, one of our tent poles does have a broken shock cord, so we need to get some of that anyway. Thanks! As far as shade, someone suggested a tarp attached to two poles and the car. How would you secure the poles, and where do you attach the tarp to th...

Thanks for the tips, everyone! I'll count the rest of the stuff we bring bonus.

I've also been hearing about tents breaking and air mattresses popping. How likely is that? Is it a bad idea not to have backups?

Hi everyone, My wife and me are going to our first burn this year and we can't wait! As I hungrily scour this forum and read about preparation, I can't help but notice everyone seems to have a lot of stuff that would be really nice to have on the playa. We don't really have any money (I sold my moto...

My name is Jeff and I'm going to Burning Man for the first time this year. I believe in experiences that can't be reduced to words, so I sold my motorcycle to get tickets for my lady and me!