Burning Man returns to the Northern Nevada desert on Aug. 25, which means thousands of LA and Southern California burners are busy with last-minute preparations before hitting the road.
Here are few favorite stops in the LA area for last-minute Burning Man planning.
RV Rentals
Renting an RV is the ideal scenario for both getting to Burning Man in comfort and having a home base in the desert upon arrival. El Monte RV Rentals offers full-size RV’s that are spacious and have a reputation for always being in good working condition. They do a lot of renting to Burning Man attendees and are welcoming and fair in their prices.
Camping Supplies
Quality camping supplies are crucial for a successful Burning Man adventure, and Aventure 16 Outdoor & Travel Outfitters has more supplies than a lot of larger chain stores. The products are high quality, so tent sleepers can rest assured that they’re safe from dust and the elements. Also recommended: a tarp for ground coverage and protection, a warm sleeping bag, an air mattress, ear plugs, an LED lantern for light inside of the tent, a cook stove and all it’s accessories, chairs, a folding table and lots of water.
Bikerowave
This Venice bike repair collective is the go-to stop for getting beat-up bikes in shape for the Playa. Unlike a traditional bike shop, this collective is staffed with volunteers who can walk customers through the repair processes at a fraction of the cost.
Stage Hollywood
Part of the fun of Burning Man is choosing what to wear, and a spot like Stage Hollywood is full of costume worthy rave options. The selection includes boot covers, leg warmers, bras, fur coats, masks, and any kind of accessory you could possibly need for a party on the Playa. Besides offering a large selection of clothing items, this shop also makes custom clothing to fit anyone perfectly, for really reasonable prices.
Herbal Supplies
A good dispensary is a must stop in preparation for Burning Man. Exhale Med Center is West Hollywood is one that’s easy to get to, and has a huge variety of products and knowledgeable, professional staff.
Detailing
At the end of any Burning Man trip, there’s the pack up and cleanup before attendees return to their regularly scheduled life. To get the RV back in shape, a cleaner like Galaxy Detailing makes things easy. They offer reasonable prices for cleaning inside and out and have great reviews for removing stains and smells from the interiors of vehicles (you know, just in case).
