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My friend and I are flying in from Seattle and are Bonnaroo virgins (although festival veterans in our home state). Being a worrywort, I immediately booked us a hotel room in Murfreesboro (it was the closest I could find) for fear we wouldn't be able to camp because we are flying. I've read many threads and now think I jumped the gun, although I have no idea how we'd bring all the crap necessary to comfortably camp on the plane.
Is it possible to still have fun if we're not camping?
What kind of daily-drive-time would we be looking at if we're coming and going from Murfreesboro?
I noticed the hard-core-back-pack-list, but we are soft squishy suburbanites and I think we might need more amenities. Is there a realistic list of supplies somewhere for folks flying in that want to camp? I noticed someone mentioned using Southwest because they allow an extra bag...
Sorry if these questions have been posted elsewhere, and thank you to anyone who has info:)
Ok, I've read more and deduced that it's not beyond impossible to pack what we'll need. Also, we're attempting to rent a car so we can snag stuff like styrofoam coolers and the like. So my last question is null and void but I'm still wondering about the lack of fun in the hotel and what kind of drive time we'd be looking at. Sorry for bein a neewb:p
You ain't never gonna get no street cred unless you live in the hood at least one year on this board. I lived in an RV one year yer the AC was nice. However I missed my peeps especially those that role through at 5 am confused as fuck. If there were power line I believe they would have tied there shoes together and threw them over the lines. Not merly as a warning but to help air out the sweaty feet issues from dancing all night in centeroo.
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Personally, I dont think I would have as much fun in a hotel as compared to staying at the Farm. Part of the Bonnaroo experience is camping with your new friends and neighbors. I have read in the past, that some people flying in, pack a large duffel with a smaller tent, blankets and pillows, the other bag would be nessecities. If you are worried about not having shade or cases of bottled water or snacks, reach out to the folks in inforoo. There is a thread called Helping Hands 2011 and many of us bring extras to help those flying in. Remember the Farm comes with washing stations, portos ( yes they are yucky, but that is the ONLY bad part of Roo) food and 80,000 friends! Everything you need to have fun is there, and with a little help from you new inforoo friends, we can help you make it a more enjoyable time! And never apologize for being a Noob! Welcome to INFOROO!!!!!!!!!!
BTW, check out the Helping Hands thread for help with extra water, gear, etc for camping if you're flying in. It's where people help out those who have limited hauling space (ie flying, bus, hitching,...)
Thanks guys:) I figured as much, and it's great to know about the Helping Hands. I don't want to go all that way and not really experience the damn thing!
I concur that you really haven't gone to Bonnaroo if you haven't camped.
Consider shipping your stuff FedEx or UPS Ground to a hotel near the airport (I'd also make a reservation that you can cancel). If you send it out a bit before, it'll probably be cheaper than paying baggage fees if they apply.
Aside from clothes, a backpack and a tent, you won't need much more. Pick up an air mattress and sheet after you arrive. You won't need a sleeping bag -- at least I never have. Maybe a fleece blanket for like $10 at Walmart or Target. Styrofoam cooler. Buy supplies when you land. You'll be good to go!
Post by cursedlono on Apr 25, 2011 21:34:53 GMT -5
ill hold yer corn!! seriously just go by a cheap canopy for $30 and a cheap tent for $30 and a cooler and some snacks that is all you really need oh yes and a sheet to throw over the air mattress. camp should not be expensive less then $100 would get you squared and you can give away the stuff or mail it home.
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Post by billypilgrim on Apr 25, 2011 21:46:54 GMT -5
An unpopular counterpoint:
I've been hearing the claim that it's not Bonnaroo if you don't camp for years. If you're going for a 72 hour party, that's one thing. But if you're going for the music and like to be comfortable, there's no reason not to consider a hotel. I do the VIP hotel package, so there's a shuttle bus to take me to and from the hotel every hour or so (it's about 40 minutes). I get a nice sleep, in a clean bed, in an air-conditioned room. I have a clean bathroom and my own shower. I'm usually at the venue around noon and, depending on who's playing, stay until anywhere between 2 and 5 a.m. Meeting people is never a problem. If I rolled into camp at 5 a.m. and the noise and heat cranked up at 7, I'd be a mess. I need some time to recover. And let's not even talk about years where it rains like a mother and everything's a big swamp. I know it's not the popular choice on these boards. But don't dismiss the option just because of that. It works pretty nicely for some of us.
Post by captmonkey on Apr 25, 2011 22:25:54 GMT -5
I actually agree with the counterpoint. I think it's nice to get the whole camping experience at least once. However, it's hard to beat being able to go back after a late-night set, get a shower and sleep in a bed, where you can actually sleep late because the sun and heat aren't waking you up a few hours later.
I camped for my first year, and it had its moments but I've just stayed with family who happen to live in Manchester every year since. If I didn't have family in the area, I'm not sure if I'd stay in a hotel or not. Camping and staying off-site both have their pluses and minuses, it just depends on where your priorities lie.
You can still meet people without camping. I've met all sorts of cool people in Centeroo, including several people whom I still keep in touch with.
Oh and on the Interstate, it's about 30 minutes between Manchester and Murfreesboro, so it's not that bad of a drive.
I get the counterpoint arguments, but I'm a camper. Really can't see myself doing it any other way. That 7 a.m. wake-up call is just part of 'Roo for me. However, I live in Nashville so that makes traveling a moot point in my case.
My friend and I are flying in from Seattle and are Bonnaroo virgins (although festival veterans in our home state). Being a worrywort, I immediately booked us a hotel room in Murfreesboro (it was the closest I could find) for fear we wouldn't be able to camp because we are flying. I've read many threads and now think I jumped the gun, although I have no idea how we'd bring all the crap necessary to comfortably camp on the plane.
Is it possible to still have fun if we're not camping?
What kind of daily-drive-time would we be looking at if we're coming and going from Murfreesboro?
I noticed the hard-core-back-pack-list, but we are soft squishy suburbanites and I think we might need more amenities. Is there a realistic list of supplies somewhere for folks flying in that want to camp? I noticed someone mentioned using Southwest because they allow an extra bag...
Sorry if these questions have been posted elsewhere, and thank you to anyone who has info:)
I live in Murfreesboro and commute. It's about a 30 minute drive, and personally, after a long day of sweltering heat, I enjoyed the comfort of the air conditioned house. We'd pack up everything we needed for the day in the back of the truck and had easy in/out with the day parking. I know camping is part of the draw, but at my ripe old age of 29, I like the comfort of sleeping comfortably and being able to clean up daily.
I'm a minority here, but I really don't think it's a terrible thing that you've booked the hotel. Just be careful driving to and from. Police are lined up the freeway ready to yank anyone slightly going over the speed limit.
1-1-12 Bassnectar NYE SHOW! 1-21-12 G. Love and Special Sauce 3-1-12 Radiohead 3-9-12 Experience Hendrix 5-15-12 Jack White @ The Ryman 6-7-12 Bonnaroo 6-19-12 Roger Waters presents "THE WALL" 7-7-12 Ringo Starr's 72nd Birthday Party Extravaganza at the Ryman
Well I think ultimately we'll have to figure out if the cost of purchasing all the easy-to-transport camping equipment is going to be more than a hotel stay. I hate to be unprepared for things like this. Argh...decisions... I appreciate the chiming-in of the counterpoint! I'm not looking for street cred or cool points, I just want to have fun without it being a logistical nightmare. I will continue my investigation. Thankee:)
