Survival Guides

Whether you’re attending for the first time or are a seasoned burner, these guides are packed with essential information to ensure an unforgettable experience.

In our Survival Guide you’ll find details on the 10 Principles, community rules, safety guidelines, and helpful tips for everything from packing to navigating the event. We’ve also included our Emotional Survival Guide for navigating big feelings, as well as our Family Survival Guide for those attending with kids.


Check out these guides to surviving SideBurn

The Survival Guide

Get ready for SideBurn! Whether you’re new or a seasoned burner, discover helpful tips and resources in this guide to make the most of your experience.

Emotional Survival Guide

Learn tools for managing emotional challenges, building resilience, and practicing compassionate communication.

Family Survival Guide

This guide is packed with essential information to help parents navigate SideBurn safely and joyfully with their kids.

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Land Acknowledgement
We gather for SideBurn on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee, the Anishinaabe, the Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte, the Huron-Wendat, the Mississaugas, and other Indigenous peoples from across Turtle Island. We are grateful to have the opportunity to work and build community on this land.