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Post by underthistear on Feb 15, 2008 15:16:30 GMT -5
Hello,
This will be my first year going to Bonnaroo with my boyfriend and we are so excited! We are going to be getting VIP tickets but there are a few questions that I have:
1) How long does it take to get into the VIP entrance? (I know that the gates open at 7:00 AM on Thursday) What would be a recommended time to arrive?
2) Hard liquor? I know beer will be supplied and there's no problem bringing cans in a cooler. I also understand absolutely no glass is allowed. What if i put some jack daniels in a nalgene? =P
3) Substances? From what I gather as long as you aren't bothering anyone then security will not bother you. I'm a bit uneasy as the website says "no illegal substances" How lax is security exactly?
4) I've never been camping even and know that I will have to purchase (rent?) a tent for me and my boyfriend. Any pointers on where to do this and what to look for?
I greatly appreciate any advice I'm sure I'll have more questions as time goes on =P
Post by destination5250 on Feb 15, 2008 16:28:13 GMT -5
3) Substances? From what I gather as long as you aren't bothering anyone then security will not bother you. I'm a bit uneasy as the website says "no illegal substances" How lax is security exactly?
1) No idea. I'm general admission for life. Something tells me that the traffic is gonna be there no matter what, though.
2) You can bring liquor, just not in glass contrainers. Transfer it to water bottles or whatever and it won't be a problem. Just make sure you mark the bottles. I'll never forget Bonnaroo '07, had terrible cotton mouth and the dust wasn't helping. Reached into the cooler, grabbed a water bottle and took three huge swigs before I realized I was drinking Everclear. *shudder*
3) No druq talk on the forum, but I'm sure you can figure out what the deal is.
4) Sports Authority or any other sporting goods store should have an "Outdoors" department. Look in here, and just get a basic, no-frills tent for however many people are going to be sleeping in it. The store should probably have some setup, too, so you can see what you're going to get. You're looking at around $100 for a basic but solid four person tent.
Post by underthistear on Feb 15, 2008 18:11:08 GMT -5
glyko said:
1) No idea. I'm general admission for life. Something tells me that the traffic is gonna be there no matter what, though.
2) You can bring liquor, just not in glass contrainers. Transfer it to water bottles or whatever and it won't be a problem. Just make sure you mark the bottles. I'll never forget Bonnaroo '07, had terrible cotton mouth and the dust wasn't helping. Reached into the cooler, grabbed a water bottle and took three huge swigs before I realized I was drinking Everclear. *shudder*
3) No druq talk on the forum, but I'm sure you can figure out what the deal is.
4) Sports Authority or any other sporting goods store should have an "Outdoors" department. Look in here, and just get a basic, no-frills tent for however many people are going to be sleeping in it. The store should probably have some setup, too, so you can see what you're going to get. You're looking at around $100 for a basic but solid four person tent.
EDIT: Typos and such
Thank you for your help.
Are there places that rent tents? I am not a big camper and do not see myself *currently* becoming a big camper so I'd feel more comfortable not having to invest.
Post by trippindaisy on Feb 15, 2008 22:06:01 GMT -5
underthistear said:
glyko said:
1) No idea. I'm general admission for life. Something tells me that the traffic is gonna be there no matter what, though.
2) You can bring liquor, just not in glass contrainers. Transfer it to water bottles or whatever and it won't be a problem. Just make sure you mark the bottles. I'll never forget Bonnaroo '07, had terrible cotton mouth and the dust wasn't helping. Reached into the cooler, grabbed a water bottle and took three huge swigs before I realized I was drinking Everclear. *shudder*
3) No druq talk on the forum, but I'm sure you can figure out what the deal is.
4) Sports Authority or any other sporting goods store should have an "Outdoors" department. Look in here, and just get a basic, no-frills tent for however many people are going to be sleeping in it. The store should probably have some setup, too, so you can see what you're going to get. You're looking at around $100 for a basic but solid four person tent.
EDIT: Typos and such
Thank you for your help.
Are there places that rent tents? I am not a big camper and do not see myself *currently* becoming a big camper so I'd feel more comfortable not having to invest.
You can buy a perfectly good Coleman tent at Walmart or Sams Club for $40 - that's what I did and I never ever camp.
Post by rideincircles on Feb 15, 2008 23:47:20 GMT -5
If you go camping at Coachella and wait around until Monday when everyone is leaving, you can get a bunch of free camping gear from your neighbors. I got a free tent sleeping bags and chairs from some people who had to catch a flight.
I'm sure I'll have more questions as time goes on =P
