Cozy Cat Camp
Expectations
What to Expect from the Cozy Cat Camp
Shaded Tent Camping
Tent campers will have overhead shade to protect them from direct sun exposure. There will also be shade material on the sides of the shade structure. This will create a private area for people in our camp.
Communal Shade
We will also have a shaded common area open to all Cozy Cats and camp visitors. We will provide some seating, but please try to bring your own chair to ensure that you will always have a place to sit.
Camp Kitchen
We will have a simple community kitchen consisting of a stove, some cooking utensils and pots, and a sterilization station. As a community resource, you must keep the kitchen clean and wash what you use. There will be NO freezer or refrigerator; bring a cooler. And there will be NO camp-wide meals. However, if you do wish to cook large portions and share with your campmates, out of the goodness of your heart, then you are absolutely welcome to do so :)
Camp Shower
Cats like to be clean! That's why we have a camp shower that you can use. You will just need to bring your own water and also pack it out...
Litter Box
Cozy Cat Camp will have our very own camp porta-potty! No long lines and dirty porta-potties for our pampered kittens!
What NOT to Expect
No Water
Bring your own water! And plenty of it! We do not provide water for campers or RVs. You can flag down a service truck for water and/or RV pump out. This is typically a challenging process, so we suggest that you limit your usage of water for showers, cooking, etc. so that you will not need to be pumped while at the event.
Only a Little Power
Cozy Cat Camp does not provide power on a regular basis. Campers may charge their smaller items, like cameras, phones, and usb battery packs, on one of our camp's personal generators if they first get permission from the generator's owner. Be mindful and try to bring some cash to contribute towards fuel costs, or consider bringing some extra gas with you to help run the generators. Alternatively, maybe you could invest in some spiffy solar panels to charge your stuff...
What We Expect from YOU
Camp Dues
Camp dues help to cover the costs of the camp porta-potty and camp infrastructure like shade, lighting, sound, decorations, and more. Dues also go towards the storage and transportation of things to and from the playa.
Cozy Cat Camp dues for 2024 are as follows:
Volunteer
You must participate! You must contribute! Cozy Cat Camp is built through communal effort. There are many volunteer opportunities, so pick something that sounds fun and suits your style. Some opportunities include:
Art-Building Kitten Crew: Help build our camp art in Reno before Burning Man, or on playa during Build Week
Camp Aesthetics, Games, and Signage: Create something for the camp ahead of time in exchage for less obligations while on playa
Camp Essentials: Leasurely tasks to help camp operations, like getting fuel and ice
Flexible Shift Work: Engage with camp visitors, serve tea, make s'mores, lead yoga, and more
Party Animals: Help to run one of our main events
Camp Setup and Tear Down: Come early or stay late to help with camp setup, strike, and MOOP
Recommended Attire
We will encourage you to get in to cat character and costume to whatever degree you wish. MEOW!
Appreciate the 10 Principles
Cozy Cats should appreciate the 10 Principles that form the foundation of Burning Man. These principles are not just guidelines; they represent a philosophy and a way of life that can lead to personal growth, community building, and a more conscious and connected existence. Please review them and know them!
Pack-it-in, Pack-it-out
Clean up after yourself! You are responsible for bringing what you need to Burning Man, and YOU are responsible for taking out what you bring in. That includes your trash and food waste. Your efforts to reduce MOOP are much appreciated!!
Law enforcement
Cozy Cats must obey all local, state, and federal laws.
