As SideBurn ramps up, we are excited for you to be joining us! Each year, we want everyone’s experience to be as amazing as possible. Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned burner with years of early-season camping in Ontario, we’ve put together this comprehensive survival guide full of helpful tips and resources.
Read the guide
Introduction
Explore the key aspects of SideBurn, including our land acknowledgement, this year’s theme, and the 10 Principles that shape our community.
Getting Here
Discover essential details for getting to SideBurn, including how to prepare for your arrival, transportation tips, vehicle passes, gate hours, nearby supply options, and more.
Preparing for SideBurn
Prepare for SideBurn with the right clothing, essentials, and everything you need to stay comfortable in unpredictable spring weather.
The Event
Learn about theme camps, open camping, the Effigy and Temple burns, and the WWW Guide to help you navigate and enjoy the event.
Community Rules & Guidelines
Learn about SideBurn’s commitment to safety, respect, and accountability, guidelines on consent, and emotional responsibility.
Volunteering
Discover everything you need to know about volunteering at SideBurn, including shift sign-ups, department details, and important policies.
Fire
Learn key fire safety rules for SideBurn, including safe fire practices, materials to avoid, and guidelines for fire art and performances.
Generators
Learn essential generator and fuel safety tips, including how to safely store and operate your generator and handle gasoline.
Sound
Learn about SideBurn’s sound policies, including noise limits, quiet hours, and guidelines for amplified sound, and how to manage your sound levels responsibly.
Leave No Trace & Waste Management
Learn about SideBurn’s LNT principles, including how to pack out all trash, recycling, and grey water.
Safety Teams
Discover the roles of SideBurn’s safety teams, including Rangers for attendee safety and Sanctuary for those feeling overwhelmed, along with First Aid resources.
Safety Tips
Learn how to stay safe by practicing essential food safety tips, properly securing food to avoid wildlife, and checking for ticks to prevent Lyme disease.
Headquarters, Ice, Volunteer, & Engagement
Discover the HIVE tent, your go-to spot for volunteer sign-ups, ice, and harm reduction resources.
