What should I bring to the Big Sur retreat?

We’re car camping for this retreat which means your car will be parked next to your campsite. Bring as many creature comforts from home as you need to feel comfortable, or make it minimalist if you’re getting practice for backcountry camping.

Food + Beverages

Meals are not included in this event, so you’ll want to bring your own:
- Dinner on Monday
- Breakfast, lunch/trail snacks, dinner on Tuesday + Wednesday
- Breakfast on Thursday (check-out at Ventana Campground is 11am on Thursday)
Food Storage (cooler + ice)
Cooking system (camp stove, JetBoil, etc)
Beverages (drinking water is accessible in the campground)
Please note: While this is not a sober trip, it’s also not a party trip. If you choose to drink, please drink responsibly.

Camping Equipment

Tent or Tarp for shelter (hammocks are not allowed)
Sleeping pad, inflatable mattress, or cot
Sleeping bag
Pillow

Other Items

A mask that covers your nose and mouth (state and local policies may change between now and then but plan to bring a mask in case one is needed)
Trekking poles strongly recommended
A headlamp or flashlight
Hiking shoes/boots
Socks
A daypack with water storage (we recommend hiking with at least 3L of water for these hikes)
Clothes you feel comfortable hiking in (performance materials recommended, cotton is a nightmare on a long hike)
- WEATHER: The weather in Big Sur can be cool in the mornings and at night with warm and sunny afternoons. Be comfortable. We are expecting high 60’s in the day and mid 50’s at night.
Sun protection - Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses - this hike is fully exposed with minimal opportunities to find shade
Personal Toiletries – there are coin-operated showers in the campground
Journal - we will provide a pocket-sized journal for reflecting on the trail, but if you have a favorite one, feel free to bring it!