depending on where/how you are selling things, no one will mind. inside on the other hand, I’ve seen people asked to leave for selling glowsticks/lightup things/banners/shirts/mugs/mj/beers/hard things/glass/burritos/grilled cheese (hah no not really that was RRox)/I’m sure other people could contribute more.
in the campground, I’ve seen people leave things out to sell and come back later to a big ol’ pile of money. or foot slaves earn well, I hear.
We are flying in to Phoenix so we don’t want to pack and lug our festival chairs from home. Do you have any suggestions on where we can pick up reasonably priced portable festival chairs in Phoenix, Flagstaff or Telluride?
in Phoenix, just north of airport, there’s a Sports Authority that has a big selection of camping stuff. I’ve had luck in the past buying inexpensive coolers and chairs from this chain store.
from PHX, take I-10 to Camelback. I think it’s right off the freeway. after picking up stuff, take Camelback west to pick up I-17 towards Flagstaff. they usually have some $11.00 camp chairs (regular height) and low back chairs in a variety of styles and prices. If you just get reg height chairs, you’ll need to set up furthur back from the stage, in the tall chair area, but it’s a good way to save a few bucks
We had one last year for a couple of days and they asked us to not use it anymore as the Fire danger was INTENSE, and there were many fires through out the state. So they ay have a ban on them this year.
Anticipate red flag warnings from NOAA and a fire ban in town. On the off chance that a charcoal grill is allowed, you should bring a fire extinguisher for your camp kitchen.
Can anyone answer when they start selling ice in Town Park? We are arriving Sunday and I wanted to make sure we can keep all the food cold for the week. Thanks!
It’s hard to say when it will be available, so plan ahead. :flower
Until the ice truck shows up you can get ice in town at the liquor stores or the grocery store. :thumbsup
P.S. I’ll be off-line from this Friday through the festival, so don’t bother sending me a personal message asking questions. I won’t be available to answer them. :wave
I’m a TP virgin and was recently made aware that people have certain spots in TP where they decide to camp. I thought it was just kind of a free for all/wherever you can get a spot, until someone asked me where in TP I was planning to camp… Any advice? A family member will be there Saturday afternoon to pitch the tent and get things settled until I arrive. :wave
And there will be kids willing to run to the store and bring you ice on a daily ice run for a small surcharge (and tips, please). I know that, 'cause I’m bringing them. Find Camp Billy and ask for the ice kids. There will be others I’m sure, so if you want to be lazy and support entrepreneurs, it’s possible!
It is a free-for-all…with the exception that the historical camps (read: us old farts) have been camping in the same spots for many years, and have sort of customized our gear for our spots. The general approach we suggest is this: wander around, get a feel for the lay of the land, and find a spot that looks good to you. You’ll notice a lot of spots covered with tarps…that’s how we hold spots for our friends that are coming. Pick a good spot, but before you start building camp, introduce yourself to someone nearby, and ask if there’s a problem with your choice in spots.
This is important because some good-looking spots are really poor choices. There are traffic patterns that develop for pedestrians, and you may have decided to park right in the middle of what becomes a major footpath. That’s fine, but we can help you know what to leave clear.
Also, the regulars are happy to help you find a spot. Just ask someone, and they’ll walk around with you and help you find a spot. Eventually, we all fit in very nicely
You’ll find room. :thumbsup
You’ll get sleep. How much depends on where you camp and how deeply you sleep.
Because of logistical issues only those with the appropriate wristband will be allowed in each individual campground. This is done to protect the festivarians. :flower
Tom is right you will sleep, unless of course Vince Herman is singing Christmas Carols outside. your tent at 4 in the morning. Also if you really can’t sleep just head up to Run A Muck and get in the Crunchy Frog line. You still won’t be able to sleep, but you won’t care! :cheers :pirate
OK, my first of many dumb questions. After attending this festival aout a half-dozen times, I am going to try and get into the Town Park lottery. Figure I’ll take a shot, since you only live once. Now, if successful, it looks like folks can start arriving there the weekend before, so I’d probably like to get there at least by Sunday, latest Monday. Is there any specific time when you can arrive during the day, or does it matter? Since I’d be driving for a few days, chances are we could arrive during the evening.
