Wicked Burn 2025 will be Friday May 23rd - Monday May 26th
Survival Guide
A note on this guide: This is our first year and we are still figuring some things out. If you have questions or comments or cat memes please reach out and talk to us. The packing lists below are provided to help you be self-reliant! Please read to the end as there is important info about what to expect and what you will need when you arrive.
Packing List (essentials):
- Any medications you may need
- Something to sleep in: tent, hammock, etc. Be prepared for cool weather and potential rain
- Bedding (sleeping bag, sleeping pad, linens, etc)
- Extra sheets/bedding (packed in a sealed plastic bad, in case your tent gets soaked)
- Warm blankets, the night may be chilly
- Camp chairs
- headlamp / flashlight (and extra batteries)
- Earplugs or ear muffs (for sleeping through the noise)
- Boots in case of mud, flip flops if it’s hot, and dancing shoes
- Sunscreen, and a hat
- Bring layers of clothing for various temperatures and extra in case it rains
- Extra socks
- bug spray
- First aid kit (including tick tweezers)
- Wet Wipes (quick clean up/shower) Do Not put in Portos. Pack it in, pack it out!
- Toothbrush, Tooth Paste, Hair Brush
- Ziplock bags, they have many uses
- Trash Bags, remove your trash and help with any MOOP (matter out of place)
- Bring your own reusable cups, bowl, plate, and silverware. Collapsible are great.
- Bring food for yourself for the entire duration of the event.
- Cooler for your food and drinks. Ice will not be available for purchase on site.
- Water to drink, bring at least 1 gallon/day per person for drinking, cooking, and hygiene. There is no water on site.
- Water bottle with carabiner to clip your cup onto your clothes/backpack
Consider also bringing:
- Lighting for your campsite (so you can find your way home in the dark)
- Tarp/shade structure for your theme camp or group
- Hand Sanitizer
- Gifts to share with other amazing burners
- Bring enough food to share or gift to others.
- Electrolytes; Emergen-C packets, coconut water
- Sleep mask
- Fun costumes
LNT
Leave No Trace — Pack it In, Pack it out — Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
Clean up after yourselves. Take your trash with you to dispose of properly, off site.
Pick up any MOOP (Matter out of place) you may see.
When packing your food to bring along, remove any packaging (boxes, bags, etc) before you come to eliminate waste.
Gray water should be screened and then dumped at least 100 feet from water, all other food waste should be packed out.
Volunteer
This event is yours to make it what it will be. We need you to help in every aspect of this event. Set up, take down, portos, build, etc, etc. The more volunteers the easier the task for each will be. If you've already bought your ticket make sure to sign up for two volunteer shifts be going to participate.wickedburn.social (you may need to log in).
When You Arrive
You will need to show a legal ID for each participant in your car. If the name on your ID doesn't match a ticket holder on our list then your car will be turned away. Once you have checked in you will be asked to unload all of your camping gear at the gate and directed to park accross the street. Unload everything you will need as you will not be able to access your vehicle during the event.
No Re-entry
There is no re-entry to the event from noon on Friday to noon Monday. If you leave the event of your own accord during those times, you will not be readmitted. This includes going to the parking lot which is considered leaving the event! Practice radical self-sufficiency and be prepared with enough water, food, and supplies for the duration of the event. If you forget something, your best bet is to ask someone if they can help you out!
We have these rules in place to protect you and our neighbours. Vehicles often drive very fast in the area and we don't want to see anyone get hurt crossing the road!
Exceptions to the no re-entry policy require approval. If you have an emergency and need to leave the event or visit the parking lot, talk to the people at the gate (or Officer of the Day if it is after hours) and they will work with you.
Children
If bringing someone under the age of 18 they will need their own ticket. The minor will need their Legal ID or photo of birth certificate reflecting you as their parent or legal guardian. Please be responsible for your littles, and present for their needs. The burn is not your babysitter!
Label Everything
Personalize your phone and personal items with a label with your name, contact, etc. Take a picture of yourself to put on your lock screen (easy way to find you).
Driving on trails policy
Only During Build Day / Exodus / Emergencies. This includes golf-carts, ATVs, and bicycles.
Fire Policies
Propane Art is not permitted.
Fire performers must get liability insurance that names Wicked Maine Arts Society as additionally insured.
Small camp stoves for personal cooking are allowed at campsites. No open fires outside designated fire pits.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Contact us
Send your questions and/or comments to the Wicked Burn organizers at wickedburnmaine@gmail.com
You can also join the conversation on Facebook.