Headquarters, Ice, Volunteer, & Engagement

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The Headquarters, Ice, Volunteer, and Engagement (HIVE) tent is the heart of our event. This is where you’ll find radios, sign in and out for volunteer shifts, ice, and directions to anything happening out on the Haya. The harm reduction table is also located here, along with general info and support for anyone who needs help finding their way.

Forgot your volunteer shift time or location? No problem—the master volunteer schedule is posted at the HIVE. You’ll also find daily highlights from the WWW Guide, and you can sign up for open volunteer shifts on the spot.

Harm Reduction

More isn’t always better! We take partying seriously as well as the safety of our participants, a key aspect of which is knowledge. This is a safe and judgment-free space for all.

At HIVE, you can find:

  • Free fentanyl testing strips with instructions.
  • Information on drug interactions, including how different drugs interact with one another and which combinations should be avoided.
  • Info cards outlining the main drug classes and their effects.
Tip: Protect your hearing! Bring earplugs–they’re great for both sleeping and safely enjoying loud music. This is especially important for children present around louder sound.

Ice

Remember: Bags of ice (5lbs) are available at HIVE for $3.00 a bag, payable by cash or e-transfer. Inventory of ice is usually refreshed daily around 11am except for Monday.

Food safety is important. Make sure you bring ice for your coolers! There are several spots to grab ice on the way in, including Camden East & Newburg. You’ll be passing through one of these towns, so even if you’re not stopping in Napanee, there’s no excuse to show up with lukewarm, questionable food.

Learn more about food safety.

Couldn’t find what you were looking for in our survival guide? Contact us at info@sideburn.ca or visit our website for more information about SideBurn.

Special Thanks: A huge shoutout to the Township of Stone Mills for hosting us!
Photo credit: Header image by Captured by Caro, used with permission.
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.