Festival Essentials (Kinda): Top 21 Camping Festival must haves!
Listen up you degenerates. You’re probably all going through LOTA (Lack of TomorrowWorld Anxiety) as your Timehop and Facebook Memories blasts you with incredible moments from the years prior; so to calm the storm of feels, our team is at it again with some hardcore facts that every festi-head MUST know. Kinda.
No matter how many you’ve been too, each camping festival will help refine your skills & plans for the next one. Whether it’s how to survive with even less, how to communicate with wooks, or who to bribe at security (See a walkie talkie? Yah…not them). But for many, who’ve never had the blissful joy of waking up to morning beers & festival chaffing, EDM Daycare brings you a compilation of the Top 21 things you’ll need at your next camping festival!
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Baby Wipes
- Short & simple. Wipes save lives & time. Whether if it’s for your privates or your pits, one package of these bad boys and you’re set for a weekend. Fes
tival showers are expensive and as a great meme once said “Aint’ nobody got time for that”.
- Recommended Buy — Personally, I buy one super box at Costco, and it’ll last me all year long. Festivals + my duties at home.
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- Short & simple. Wipes save lives & time. Whether if it’s for your privates or your pits, one package of these bad boys and you’re set for a weekend. Fes
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Fanny Pack
- Fanny Packs are more than a fashion accessory. They’re the kangaroo pouch of functioning degenerates. Keep your money, phone, condoms, or even your pop tarts totally safe! Stashed tight to your body, you’re drunk twin that loses stuff won’t even have a chance to drop everything.
- Recommended Buy — Raver Swag has a funky collection of Fanny
Packs for every type of raver. If you’re groovy, fluffy, or just like to shine, you’ll find a Fanny just for you. And they’re less than a normal festival mixed drink. (Yah, i’m glaring at you, every festival bar ever)
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Battery Pack
- It’s 2016 & even girlfriend’s cat has a smartphone. Just kidding. I don’t have a girlfriend. Point is. You’re going to want to have your phone powered up in case you want to locate your friends, selfies of your eyes being saucer plates, or, the occasional emergency.
- Recommended Buy — The Anker brand has proved to be the absolute best so far. Personally, I travel a week at a time, and get away with two of these bad boys, NEVER having to tether myself to a wall. ALSO, it has a bright light and 2 USB ports for a friend.
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- It’s 2016 & even girlfriend’s cat has a smartphone. Just kidding. I don’t have a girlfriend. Point is. You’re going to want to have your phone powered up in case you want to locate your friends, selfies of your eyes being saucer plates, or, the occasional emergency.
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Sunglasses
- Don’t let the sun blind you from the beauty & booty that your next festival will be blessing you with. Don’t bring those $9000 Ray Bans, because more than likely, you’ll break or lose them. Grab some cheap, fresh ones off ebay and you won’t have to worry. Also, when you bring 5 pairs
and someone says “Dope shades!”, you can gift them & spread a smile without breaking bank.
- Recommended Buy — This eBay seller has shades for “the low low” that are actually super fresh. I buy $6–8 shades by the handful here & I get them 2–3 days later!
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- Don’t let the sun blind you from the beauty & booty that your next festival will be blessing you with. Don’t bring those $9000 Ray Bans, because more than likely, you’ll break or lose them. Grab some cheap, fresh ones off ebay and you won’t have to worry. Also, when you bring 5 pairs
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Pedialyte
- The anti-hangover juice of the gods. One large bottle of this blessing will help your campsite out like you can’t imagine. A few mouthfuls replenishes you with gaht d
amn everything you exhausted whilst dancing all day/night. Electrolytes and vitamins for days. Get a bottle or two, and thank EDM Daycare later.
- Recommended Buy — Sold pretty much everywhere, I normally go to the local Walmart to make sure it’s in stock.
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- The anti-hangover juice of the gods. One large bottle of this blessing will help your campsite out like you can’t imagine. A few mouthfuls replenishes you with gaht d
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Body Powder
- Don’t overlook this. Male. Female. Skinny. Fat. Doesn’t matter. Friction is not fun for anyone and can destroy a weekend depending on how bad the chaffing is. A
small bottle of this will be the saving grace for someone who just started feeling the burn, or for those smart folk that apply before the party starts.
- Recommended Buy — Personally, I use Monkey Butt, but it seems like the general festival community highly recommends Gold Bond. Both refreshingly cool & soothing, while killing all friction, Gold Bond is always a good choice!
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- Don’t overlook this. Male. Female. Skinny. Fat. Doesn’t matter. Friction is not fun for anyone and can destroy a weekend depending on how bad the chaffing is. A
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Champagne
- Many would argue this isn’t essential. Those many. Are bad people and probably are un-patriotic. Champagne is as much of a festival
essential as is a tent. If you need any more convincing, check out our logic HERE. (Seriously read this, it’s my favorite article to date)
- Recommended Buy – There’s only one classic that cater’s to both your taste bud’s and your wallet. Andre “Extra Dry”. Don’t you dare try any other. I recommend going to a Total Wine & Liquor, as they sell these for $4.97. In college, i’d buy these puppies by the case.
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- Many would argue this isn’t essential. Those many. Are bad people and probably are un-patriotic. Champagne is as much of a festival
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Bluetooth Speaker w/ Mic
- Most of us reading this, EAT|SLEEP|WALK|TALK music. So at a camping festival, you’ll probably want to do that from sun up to sun down. A battery powered speaker that hooks up via Bluetooth will be the fuel behind everyone’s vibes. No better way to pump up before heading into the festival or to cool down after the headliners, than with more music!
- Recommended Buy — Using these since 2010, I can attest these bad boys are the way to go. Absolutely, it’s large. But they’re only 20 lbs and rage ALL
weekend long with a 75 hour battery life. Also, the sound quality is PERFECT to bring together a few camps and make a party happen.
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Canopy
- Once again. The sun is a mean, relentless force which you should never try to challenge head on. So, get yourself a canopy or two per campsite, and bask in the shade while the early morning sun heats up. Also saving you
from other elements like rain & bad vibes, this is an absolute must for extended stay festivals.
- Recommended Buy — I suggest going to your local sporting goods store that hasn’t closed down in bankruptcy, and finding the best canopy per your sizing needs.
- Once again. The sun is a mean, relentless force which you should never try to challenge head on. So, get yourself a canopy or two per campsite, and bask in the shade while the early morning sun heats up. Also saving you
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Sleeping Bag
- A much needed amenity. Comfort. Warmth. Classic.
There’s no need to explain this one. - Recommended Buy — Walmart always has a terrific selection.
Make sure to check the weather that weekend cause each bag is rated for different temperatures! Always go with something a tad warmer. You can always take layers off, but you can’t always put more on.
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- A much needed amenity. Comfort. Warmth. Classic.
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Tent
- Just like sleeping bags. No need to explain. Of course, you can sleep in your car or test the wilderness… but is it even camping? Splurge for the nicer brands & if you’re
a newb, buy one you’re able to build by yourself. Although people are always around that will gladly assist, the quicker you can set up, the sooner you can party.
- Recommended Buy — By far, EZ-UP Tents are the future. LITERALLY just un-box and in under 60 seconds, you have a temporary house for the weekend. Sold anywhere with sporting goods, I recommend these for a quick & easy set up!
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- Just like sleeping bags. No need to explain. Of course, you can sleep in your car or test the wilderness… but is it even camping? Splurge for the nicer brands & if you’re
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Good Boogie Shoes
- Your feet will be your main method of transportation this weekend, so KEEP THEM SAFE! Good boogie shoes are crucial. Comfortable, sturdy, & preferably darker color so they can wash easy after!
- Recommended Buy — There’s so many different preferences and differences, we’ll leave this one up to you! Just make sure the kicks you pick can stand up to 2–5 days of absolute madness while keeping your feetsies smiling too!
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Propane Stove
- Ever tried cooking over a camp fire? Super cool & nostalgic. But not easy, efficient, and honestly, effective.
With one of these propane stoves, you’re cooking JUST like at home… if you’re home has bagged wine & wooks laying about. But still. You get what I mean. Super easy to set up too. Literally just hook it up & light the flame! - Recommended to Buy — Walmart sells this bad boy that burn’s beautifully. For about $40.00, you’re swimming in bacon, eggs, and all sorts of yummy meals mid-rage.
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- Ever tried cooking over a camp fire? Super cool & nostalgic. But not easy, efficient, and honestly, effective.
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Condoms
- Another self-explainable item. It’s better to have one and not need it, than need it an not have one. Also. These greasy suckers make for killer balloons if
you’re bored.
- Recommended to Buy — Condoms are about safety. So why not be super duper safe? I recommend going with something that has spermicidal lubricant, so that if the case that a break occurs, you have a second line of defense against those pesky little things. I think their called babies. My longtime confidant in these matters is Trojan.
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- Another self-explainable item. It’s better to have one and not need it, than need it an not have one. Also. These greasy suckers make for killer balloons if
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Sunblock
- We’ve said it before and said it again, the sun is more ruthless than Denzel in Training Day. Don’t fuck with it. Buy yourself some SPF 9200 and be safe. If you burn on Day 1, you’ll look like ET flying over the moon, wrapped up in a strangers tapestry, all weekend long.
- Recommended to Buy — As you can imagine, I’ll recommend a high SPF to keep you safe, but also, a major key, is a spray on version. The spray on sun blocks keep hands relatively less greasy & make it easier to share with others.
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Tarp
- This one is one of my favorite camping secrets I get shit for. Tarps are made to bust you out of situations. They’re durable, light, and strong. Wet mud? Put
your tarp down and boom, your tent stays dry. Raining lots? Put a tarp over your tent. No shade? Climb a tree and rig a tarp for a make shift roof. The uses are endless!
- Recommended to Buy — Depending on the situation of the festival, i’d suggest to get two 10×10 or so size Tarps. This is manageable to carry, use, and fold back up. You’re local Home Depot, Lowes, or Walmart will carry an assortment of sizes.
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- This one is one of my favorite camping secrets I get shit for. Tarps are made to bust you out of situations. They’re durable, light, and strong. Wet mud? Put
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First Aid Kit
- Another obvious! We get scrapes, scratches and all sorts of weird injuries as
you adventure the jungles of a festival. Be safe & super clutch by having a box of band aids & other small dressings.
- Recommended to Buy — Amazon offers this awesome, small kit that I always travel with. It covers all the basics and will definitely aid most dilemmas.
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- Another obvious! We get scrapes, scratches and all sorts of weird injuries as
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Pack of Lighters
- This one isn’t as essential as others, but definitely super CLUTCH. Whether it’s a cancer stick or the devils lettuce, people WILL need fire to light up their smokes. More likely than not, they will not have there own incendiary device. Bring a cheap pack of lighters & gift them to those ask. Not only will you make someones day, but slowly but surely we’ll finally #EndLighterTheft2016
- Recommended to Buy — Every city has a sketchy flee market. Find your local one & scour around. Here you’ll find packs of lighters for what comes out to like a nickel a pop.
Score one of these and you’re set for the festival season!
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Water
- The elixir of life! Water is a core component to your survival. As much of a given as this is, you’ll still be surprised how few of people, bring water to a festival. I’ve even been caught guilty of this, but only because I consider light beer my hydration source. Which. Isn’t safe or for the weak hearted.
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Clamps, Tape, & Twine/Rope
- Because so many people didn’t read this list, they probably have all sorts of
stuff they forgot to bring. So I highly recommend having these back up builder accessories to help put your campsite together. With a few clamps, duct tape, and rope, any blunder or campsite necessity can be handled.Watch Full Movie Online Streaming Online and Download
- Because so many people didn’t read this list, they probably have all sorts of
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Good Vibes
- It’s real easy. Just smile & accept the moments as they come. Be kind to other’s and share often. You’ll come to find out every bit of love you project outward will triple on its way back in.
If you need a few more camping festival tips, click here to learn how to be the best neighbor possible! Also includes a BONUS set of rules for you to live by whilst camping!
Bag of wine instead of champagne. Charis, unless you like to stand all weekend, and camelbak for sure.