Blazing Swan Preparation Checklist
Blazing Swan takes place in a remote environment where participants are expected to be self-reliant. Careful preparation will help ensure you have a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable experience.
We provide this checklist as a starting point when planning your trip, It’s not an exhaustive list and we encourage you to do your own planning and read the survival guide to help your preparation.
First read these:
Then use this as a base packing checklist…
(This is only a rough guide - as with everything at Blazing Swan, be radically self-reliant and do some thinking, planning and research of your own to consider what you’ll need and add your own items. Reading the Survival Guide will also help).
Essential Documents
☐ Ticket and photo identification - passport / driving licence
☐ Emergency contact details
☐ Copies of important medical information
Shelter & Camping
☐ Tent, swag, camper trailer, or other accommodation
☐ Shade structure or shelter
☐ Groundsheet or tarp
☐ Tent pegs and mallet
☐ Camp chairs and table
☐ Lighting for your camp
Food & Water
☐ Sufficient drinking water for the entire event
☐ Water for cooking and cleaning
☐ All meals, snacks, and cooking supplies
☐ Ice and coolers if required
☐ Reusable plates, cups, and cutlery
Bring more water than you think you will need. Conditions can be hot and dry (as well as wet and windy), and water is not available on site.
Clothing
☐ Comfortable clothing for warm days
☐ Warm layers for cold nights
☐ Rain jacket, wet weather gear or weather protection
☐ Closed footwear
☐ Hat and sun protection
☐ Costumes, creative outfits, or themed attire (optional)
Health & Personal Care
☐ Prescription medications
☐ Basic first aid supplies
☐ Sunscreen
☐ Insect repellent
☐ Toiletries and hygiene products
☐ Hand sanitiser
☐ Earplugs and eye mask (recommended)
Camp & Comfort
☐ Bedding and blankets
☐ Pillow
☐ Headlamp or torch
☐ Spare batteries or charging solutions
☐ Power bank or solar charger
☐ Rubbish bags
Participation
☐ Consider how you will contribute to the event
☐ Join a theme camp, volunteer, or support an existing project
☐ Bring something to share, teach, create, or gift
☐ Read and understand the event principles
Blazing Swan is created by its participants. Your contribution helps shape the experience for everyone.
Before You Leave Home
☐ Read the Survival Guide
☐ Review event rules and safety information
☐ Check travel directions and arrival times
☐ Tell someone where you're going
☐ Check the weather forecast
☐ Pack everything you need to be self-reliant
Preparation is one of the best ways to ensure a safe, enjoyable, and rewarding Blazing Swan experience.
Please be aware that some items are not allowed at Blazing Swan; these are detailed in our Ticketing Terms and Conditions, but most are listed here.