What to Pack: Sasquatch! Edition
Sasquatch! is celebrating its 10th birthday this year, but we don't recommend you bring it a present. Rather, we'd advise you conserve space, bring the basics and pack wisely. Sure, it may seem we're applying stranded-on-a-desert-island tactics to our packing list, but really, what's worse than having to spend $6 on Chapstick?
Here’s what music writers and brave souls Morgen and Lily are bringing to Sasquatch! this year, and suggest you do the same.
In No Particular Order...
Morgen's List
1. Camera
2. 3 pairs o' socks
3. NO FLIP FLOPS--that's just bruised feet waiting to happen
4. Water bottle (Like with airlines, Sasquatch! doesn’t permit entering the premises with a filled bottles, but bring an empty one to fill to your heart's desire you want once you’re in)
5. Deodorant (it's a good thing for you and your neighbors)
6. Suntan lotion (I may not need it, but just the thought of needing suntan lotion makes me happy)
7. Snacks, like nuts or chips or gummy worms
8. Backpack (the easiest and least harrowing way to carry your crap around)
9. Pillow or blanket to fold up for a pillow. If you're gonna sleep on the hard ground, your head should at least be comfortable
10. Sunglasses (see #6)
11. Aleve or some other kind of painkiller, because I know I'll be in pain after the second day of running around.
12. Tissues, which can be used for SO many things... just think about it.
13. Wet/baby wipes... camping shower in a small package.
14. A little bit o' perfume (see #5)
15. Earplugs, so you can actually hear the shows on Sunday and Monday.
Lily’s List
1. Chapstick
2. Morgen already said this, but I can’t begin to emphasize the importance of snacks, because there’s nothing more apocalyptic-feeling than being surrounded by thousands of strangers on an empty stomach. Trail mix, oatmeal cookies, Power Bars, leg of lamb (kidding,) chips...
3. An umbrella, because Zeus is a feisty and unreliable one
4. Layers, with at least one waterproof item (see above)
5. Mini bottles o’ booze (that is, unless you’re willing to spend roughly 70 million dollars on beer)
6. Journal-y type thing: I have my planner, a mini notebook and a couple of pens with me at all times, and this is no exception. It may come in handy, or you may have to use a page as TP if you don’t follow Morgen’s advice. It’s your call.
7. Consideration, patience and all those other virtues you’re supposed to have all the time: guess what? the golden rule is still applicable when you’re shirtless and flinging your sweat on the people behind you when the Flaming Lips play. It’s still applicable when you’re on someone’s shoulders to see Bright Eyes better. Don’t be the annoying, drunk asshole that your friends are embarrassed to be seen with. Share your glow sticks or whatever.
Happy camping!
