The Nitty Gritty 

Prep Guide

 

Picaflores - McKenzie Bridge, OR 

56277 King Rd E, McKenzie Bridge, OR, 97413

Picaflores 

 

From Bend

• Hwy 126 East to McKenzie Bridge, OR. Take a left on Horse Creek Road, then take a right after the bridge on to East King Road. Picaflores is the first driveway on the right. Look for the Us Fest sign and park accordingly. 

 

From Eugene/Portland/SF

• Hwy 126 West to McKenzie Bridge, OR. Take a right on Horse Creek road, then take a right after the bridge on to East King Road. Picaflores is the first driveway on the right. If you use GPS, it will take you in a different direction, which is fine.  Look for the Us Fest sign and park accordingly 

 

* Enter the address in GPS before leaving and follow the directions. Cell reception can be spotty.

Google Map and map pin link bellow.

 

WHAT TO BRING

 

Your open heart and a zest to tap into your full aliveness. Be ready to camp! Bring all the things that make your camp cozy and fun! Sleeping things, tents, campers, RV’s, hammocks, camp chairs, shade structures, tarps, dog beds, and more.

 

• THE ESSENTIALS 

• Springtime in Oregon can be all sorts of crazy as far as the weather goes, so be prepared. Hot, cold, wet and perfect conditions are all possible.  

• Headlamps, cooking apparatuses, coolers, extra ice (no ice on site)

• Your own bowls, plates, cups, utensils. (Think potluck vessels too)

• Food for the non-potluck nights, SNACKS, drinks, water

• Sunscreen, bug spray

• Rain jackets, umbrellas, puffies, fur coats

• Shoes, flip flops, boots

• Towels, bathing suits for river dips

• First Aid kit    

 

• FESTIVAL GOODIES

  • Those outRAGEous outfits (refrain from MOOPy stuff: feather boas, big glitter that will end up on the ground etc)

 

• Friday night: VELVET COWBOY 

Soft meets wild. Dust off your boots and bring the velvet. Fringe, fur, and a little grit. Cowboys, cowgirls, and cosmic outlaws are welcome. Let’s ride.

• Saturday night: CHILDHOOD DAYDREAM 

A night to reconnect with the wonder, imagination, and freedom of being a kid. Come dressed as the characters and dreams that inspired you, and remember a time you believed anything was possible.

• Sunday night: DEEP SPACE ROYALTY 

We’re going intergalactic. Channel your inner cosmic king or queen. Aliens, star travelers, space wizards, celestial goddesses, chrome, glow, and anything that feels like you rule a planet somewhere far, far away.

 

• Yoga mats, cushions, blankets 

• Toys, games, blinky things, flashy things, sparkly things

• Musical instruments, drums, rattles, tambourines, trombones. Each night will be a fireside jam session. 

• Bikes, one wheels, unicycles (helmets!)

 

• POTLUCK YUMMIES 

to share-BYO eating vessels

• Saturday Dinner @ 6:00 pm: Last names beginning with (A - M) 

• Sunday Brunch @ Noon: Last names beginning with (N - Z) 

** If you bring 3 kids and your kid brings 5 friends, please BRING ENOUGH to feed all their mouths!!   

• Look for the labels when delivering your dish to write down potential allergens (or all ingredients?)

• Get creative and bring that famous dish, your bro's favorite meatloaf, dessert, grandma's macaroni salad. Make sure to bring enough for 10 people and we will have a feast among feasts. (Don’t everyone bring salads)

• There is a fridge to store some potluck items if necessary, a small grill and stove are available.

• Please make sure to take your bowls, plates, and serving utensils with you after the potluck is over. There is a wash station in the camp kitchen. Label your things and PLEASE MAKE SURE TO PICK THEM UP!  

• Please remind your kids to take only what they can eat and to wait until everyone has been served before getting seconds. This isn't an “open the fridge and eat you out of house and home” scenario. If everyone takes a little, we have a lot for everyone!

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• COMMUNITY MANDALA AND THE MEMORIAL TREE 

• Bring flowers, crystals, and memorabilia for the community mandala altar. 

• In memory of our lost community members, friends and family we will create a memorial tree. Please bring pictures (In weather proof packaging), memorabilia, & keepsakes. 

• Make sure to put your name on pieces that you will want to get back.

 

WHAT TO EXPECT

 

The festival and camping will take place on 10 acres of the 27-acre property. Everything is in close proximity and easily walkable. 

 

THE FACILITIES 

• There is a bathhouse with the most amazing shower of all time! If you take a shower, please be mindful of the time and hot water (limit 4 mins). 

• There are also toilets in the bathhouse, but please default to the porta potties if possible, which will be in the camping areas. The porta potties get full quick to whenever possible, PEE IN THE WOODS. Ladies please deposit you TP in the garbage and NOT to porta potty.  

• Limited cell service. You might be able to get a signal on the road. If you need to make a call, the main house and cabin have wifi. See TC for the password  

• Other than the family-style potlucks, there will not be food on-site, so come prepared. Mckenzie Bridge has basic services. 

• Pack it in, pack it out. Last year we had two full trailer loads of your garbage and its an added hassle so please be mindful! 

 

CAMPING

• RV's & Camp Trailers

  • Dry camping /No RV hookups

• Please park rigs in specified areas. Drivable RV’s all enter second entrance. Due to the number of attendees, we will need to maximize space by strategically setting up. There will be someone directing parking so please follow their directions. 

• If you have a camp trailer, please detach it and park your vehicle in the designated area

• Tent Camping 

  • Camp amongst the trees and meadows. 

  • Us Fest is in the rain forest and there is a chance it might rain. So, we encourage you to bring a 10x10 ez-up shade structure and put your tent underneath it.  

  • Park in designated areas with your cars in close proximity to your camp

• Walk-in Camping 

• There is a big meadow behind the yurt that is open for walk-in camping. Please no vehicles on this road.

• In the Campgrounds 

  • Pack it in, pack it out, and leave no trace. If you brought it with you, take it with you! 

  • Quite hours 11pm - 9am - No one wants to hear your bad taste in music 

  • Respect your camp neighbors and be mindful of late-night noises from your shenanigans.  

 

THE WEAVE (Daytime)

From the morning dew to the golden hour, The Weave is when we come together to move, breathe, create, and expand. Guided by the heart of our community’s facilitators, this daytime journey invites all ages to tap in. Offerings include yoga, qi gong, meditation, men’s and women’s circles, breathwork, workshops, dancing, kids' art and activities, and so much more. Each day is intentionally crafted to weave the threads that create the greater tapestry of the Us Fest experience.

 

THE PULSE (Night time) 

As the sun dips low and the stars begin to shine, The Pulse of Us Fest comes alive. Live bands, deep beats, wild costumes, campfire sing-alongs, and dancefloor magic create a space to let it all hang out. We’re stoked about this year’s music lineup, featuring some of our favorite local bands and DJs guaranteed to get you moving like never before. Each night invites you to show up in creative-themed attire and become part of the living, breathing rhythm of the night.  

 

THE LITTLE PEOPLE

We are so excited to have the kids be a part of this magical weekend! Our parent support team has been hard at work curating some fun activities for all ages. Please join us at the KID ZONES for some fun for kids of all ages. We will have several stations set up for you and your children to explore. Check out the schedule for all the fun

 

Everyone's safety is our number one priority. Please make sure to have conversations with your children (both younger and older) about mindfulness and leading by example~ there will be a range of kids from older teens to impressionable little ones~  Let’s be sure to take care of one another while having the best time!

 

US FEST MERCHANDISE  

• Hats, hoodies, tanks, kids shirts and more! 

• Payments made in cash are preferred so be prepared. 

 

ART CONTRIBUTIONS 

This year we are encouraging you to bring your creations to share around the property. It could be something as simple as a snowflake to put in a tree, or as big as a wooden horse. Take this opportunity to tap into your artistic magic. Make sure that your artwork can withstand the potential wet weather. Lighting up your art is a bonus!

 

CRAFTERS & VENDING on Shakedown Street 

This year we want to highlight the creatives, the crafters, and the artists with our very own shakedown street vending area. Please plan ahead if you are going to buy some of the epic goods and bring cash. 

 

UN-SHITTY DOGS

We are stoked to have your best furry friend join in the fun, however, we are not stoked to step in their poo or have an aggressively behaving dog running around. There will be poo bags and trash cans around the property. If you bring your dog, you MUST pick up the poo or any poo you see even if it's not your dog...You dog freaks are in this together. 

 

TAKE GOOD CARE

• Bring your higher self and not your highest self. This weekend is a dance with the divine within us all. 

• Pack in, pack out. There will be trash cans, but be mindful of your own rubbish

• If you feel sick, don't come. Take precautions and respect everyone's free will

• Picaflores is a sacred property, please treat it as such and be SURE to share this message with your kids and teens. 

• Watch out for one another and don't be shitty.