r/bigdub

Hey yall...
So i'm feeling called to come back this year. I had very strongly decided I would not be coming to Big Dub this year. For many reasons honestly. Primarily now my only lingering reason is because I am sober.

I am not willing to risk my sobriety, at the same time, I want to be back on the mountain with the family and have some fucking fun with yall.

I have made so many connections there. This would be my 5th year if I were to come.
Last year was strange for me. I was already on my sobriety journey but still in active addiction so I was just battling demons the whole weekend.
Ketamine was fully convincing me I was going to die, but I didn't care and kept doing it. I was physically feeling a huge toll on my body, mind, and overall well being. I was in a really bad spot...

Therefore to think about coming back knowing where I am now, I can't risk putting myself in that position again.

I guess i'm making this post to reach out...

Are there any other big dubbers who dub sober?

I know anything is possible if you set your mind to it but it would be really nice to not only know that there are others but to also hopefully connect with you all.

Everyone who I know going will likely be on a substance if not all the time, especially during the music and stuff. Which is perfect for me because I love music and dancing and do not need anything to let loose....

I just don't want to have to isolate myself or run away from my friends if I am around it. I don't want anyone to offer anything, and I really don't want to want to do anything...

THIS IS NO JUDGEMENT. This is me knowing what is best for myself and knowing my faults...

I really want to be able to experience Big Dub with you all this year... I hope more than anything I find the strength, encouragement, and support I need to be able to make this happen.

I love you all.

TLDR: I am sober and want to come to big dub this year... is it possible? Is there anyone else who dubs sober?

Super stoked for this festival! Any portable shower recommendations?

First big dub, but have been going to festivals for years.

Questions for this one though that I couldn't find on their site.

Where do you get ice? Is there a cart that drives around selling it?

Are there fire pits/rings to use, can you have open flame?

What is the food situation like? Lots of vendors with variety and dietary restrictions?

How far of a walk is it from hilltop camp to the stages? Half hour ? Longer?

What is the Kandi/ trinket trade scene like? Do a lot of people trade/like Kandi? I know about no glitter.

When does the schedule come out with times and is there a schedule for the events and classes?

I am so so so beyond excited to dance a week away with you all. 💜🫶🌈