Surviving Burning Man: A Packing List for First-Timers

by Jessie Newburn

Are you headed to Burning Man for the first time? If so, then this book, “Surviving Burning A Packing List for First-Tiimers” is a must read! Author Jessie Newburn not only recommends WHAT to bring to Burning Man but WHY to bring it. In her essential guide to packing for Burning Man, she offers stories, insights and a thorough list of what to bring, sorted and organized by categories such as Tent Setup, Footwear, Lights, Transportation, Day Clothes, Night Clothes, Body Care, Sleeping and much more. While it’s unlikely that you’ll bring everything on this very detailed Burning Man packing list, you’ll be more prepared to think through your own particular needs and to provision and pack properly for your circumstances. This book is an accompaniment to a famous (in a very small world) packing list spreadsheet that can be copied and customized to your own personal needs. bit.ly/burning-man-packing-list Jessie Newburn recommends that first-timers camp with a larger group or recognized theme camp and, as such, this packing list focuses on personal care and not on considerations and needs for infrastructure, grey water management, kitchen setup, power needs, bike parking and the like. This book is available as a free download. And as a free PDF at Check out SurvivingBurningMan.com for more tips and info. Burn bright!

299 pages, Kindle Edition

Published August 13, 2017

Reviews

[Jessie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Haha. This is my book, so I'm giving it a good rating. Seriously, though, if you're planning on going to Burning Man, check this book out. It's filled not only with WHAT you need to bring but WHY you need to bring it.

The short version of the book is the packing list. bit.ly/burning-man-packing-list

[SelcouthSoul · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great read written by a great mentor of mine!
Jessie demonstrates and shares with us how resourceful and experienced she is, and teaches us all a thing or two… or more in this wonderful book. Written in my opinion for both first time burners and veteran burners of the generations. Check it out, even if you aren't a burner this book contains an abundance of knowledge to take out into the world. 🔥

[Jeanna · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent read for first timers attending burning man. I read this before my first burn and then just re-read a second time as I prepare for my second burn. I appreciate Jessie’s approach to over preparing… she really is a Virgo’s Virgo.

[Sam Jones · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a very helpful guide before my first trip to Burning Man. I was inspired reading it and it full of useful information.

[Inma Guerrero · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very thorough, it really helped me to prepare for the burn, I really recommend it, plus is fun to read :)

[Rick B. · Rating 3 out of 5]

Useful for those attending or planning to in the future, tho it sounds like a semi truck full.