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This Explains Why I Pretty Much Don’t Go to Outdoor Festivals Anymore

Over the course of my life, I’ve spent countless hours in fields watching and listening to music. Today? Not so much. This poster (forwarded by Danny) sums things up nicely.

Any questions?

Alan Cross

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One thought on “This Explains Why I Pretty Much Don’t Go to Outdoor Festivals Anymore

  • Having just spent almost 2 weeks at Ottawa Bluesfest, I can’t argue with that list. Tack on reasonably priced drinks to that poster too!

    That said, the experience at the festival was worth the hassle (on most nights)

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