Packing list
This is a short list you may use as a startingpoint when packing for The Gathering:

* The ticket/ticket number/PTN-card. We say this every year, and every year hundreds of people forget their ticket. Do not leave home without it or you may end up spending this Easter on the streets of Hamar. A mighty cold pleasure we might add.

* Valid identification (All official ID-cards, like ATM-cards/driver licence/passports etc. may be used on The Gathering 2005's ticketcontrol. Cards that's NOT valid: schoolcards, buscards etc)

* Your beloved computer
* A (minimum) 5 meter TP (Twisted Pair) network cable
* Power cable, sound cables, monitor cable, power pad
* A mouse and, for those who can't live without it, a mouse pad
* Headphones
* Network card that supports TP (ISDN cards will NOT suffice)
* Tooth brush, shaving tools, soap, and deodorant. If you smell we WILL throw you into the showers.

* Towels. Drying off with your t-shirt is hell.
* Clean clothes, two or three shifts
* Socks in all shapes and colors, especially the warm ones.
* A bag or two to have the dirty laundry in.
* Food. We recommend that you buy some sliced bread + things to have on it. Food will be sold at the party, but living on those torched lumps of meat might be a bit expensive in the long run.

* Stuff to drink! We highly recommend water - it's good for you!
* An Easter-egg filled with your favorite sweets. It's a holiday, and sugar is of the essence.

* Money, money and more money! This is very important! And no, we will not loan you any.

* Cellular phone, so you can call your mom every time you feel a bit homesick.

* Sleeping bag, mattress, pillow
* Floppy disks. Yes, they are old, but you might need them.
* Pen and paper.
* A camera, because no one will believe you when you say that you've been to the largest computer party in the world.

* Magazines/books. Nice to have on the journey to and from Planet XYZ.
* Picture ID, driver’s license, ATM-card
* Sanitary pads and tampons (if you are female of course)
* Condoms/birth control. However, we do not recommend carnal pleasures in public areas as they are very crowded.

* Any and all medication you may need during the party. You should also carry respective medical documentation on you at all times.

You DO NOT need to bring these things:

* Refrigerator
* Microwave oven
* Water boiler
* Speakers suitable for "The Who"-concerts. Don't worry - we'll bring the noise :)