The Rave Party Goers Guide:
1. A copy of this print out.
2. A road map (A-Z, AA or http://www.mapquest.com)
3. A (charged up) mobile phone.
4. Some snacks (fruit, bottled water, biscuits, etc)
5. Depending on the weather: suncream/waterproofs and warm clothes.
6. A blanket to lie on.
7. Some toilet paper.
8. A small spade or trowel to accompany the above!
9. Some rubbish bags.
10. A positive attitude.
Also remember to…
1. Respect any locals’ privacy, keep the noise down getting there.
2. Bag your rubbish before you leave.
3. Use dead wood rather than living trees.
4. Park your car properly if you can avoiding obstructions.
And above all:
You are not criminals!
Going to a free party isn’t illegal!
Don’t let the judicial system make you into a criminal by breaking the law!
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Some ideas…
http://www.multimap.com is also a good on-line GIS system. AFAIK it is useable throughout Europe
For indoor parties I would suggest bringing a torch (flashlight) instead of the spade. It is always prudent to check what lies ahead in a dark corner, stairwell or corridor before proceeding in that direction – derelict buildings often have have missing floor panels, bare live wires and other hazards; a further annoyance these days is that these areas are sometimes used as a toilet due to lack of or damage to more appropriate sanitary facilities. 🙁
it also come in handy should you drop or mislay any small items during the night….
Take care when exploring; particularly if attempting to climb to higher levels of buildings (stairs, ladders and duckboards can be hazardous) or get to the roof. If you find people around you expressing concern that you may be putting yourself in danger, it is often a good idea to listen to them and re-evaluate the risks, abandoning your attempt if necessary! sometimes the effect of party substances can make you attempt to “bite off more than you can chew”. Be careful out there!
