ToorCamp Districts
In the main campsite area we have all of the main activities located in the middle of the camp and cabins throughout. There will be a few different areas designated for general camping and private campsites available for certain individuals that would like to pay extra to camp on the side of a cliff overlooking the bay or in a secluded area away from the hustle and bustle of the camp. There are also some great yurts and domes that are available in case you still want to camp but don’t want to haul out a tent. The main campsite area has public showers and restrooms as well as portapotties. Wired and wireless internet access is provided throughout the campsite. Wired power is limited to camps that are located close to the center of the camp so if it happens to be something your camp requires please let us know. If you aren’t part of a campsite we have a public camping area that you’re welcome to use but we encourage you to become involved with a group camp and make some friends while you’re at it!
*The main campsite is where all of the action is happening. Click image to download
Beach
The beach is just a few steps away from both camping areas and definitely doesn’t disappoint. It’s one of the most beautiful areas of Washington with views of islands as far as you can see. There’s space to dock boats in the bay for those arriving by boat and seals and otters can often be found in the waters around the resort. The resort also features a soaking tub and sauna that’ll be available for use throughout the event if you’re looking for something a little warmer.
Cabin
Doe Bay has a wide range of cabins with various numbers of beds, bathrooms, heating, etc. To view a full list of their accommodations we recommend that you visit their website. To support Doe Bay, we will be doing all the cabin booking. Cabin availability will be released February 1st 2024. We will have a list of available cabins and pricing. If you are planning a village of 10+ people, email cabins@toorcamp.org to request and book a cabin.
RV’s and Parking
Parking is limited and only those who purchase a Ticket with Parking Pass will be allowed to park. All parking will be off site and we will be offering shuttle service for load in and load out days. RV space is limited as well and will require a Ticket with RV pass. Please also be aware that there will be NO RV facilities available at Doe Bay or off-site for dumping, water, or power. We will be allowing limited use of running generators (during specific hours), but you will be responsible for filling and dumping elsewhere, such as at the Moran State Park down the road, before and/or after the event.
Orcas Island
ToorCamp 2024 is located on Orcas Island and is within a 25 minute drive of the town of Eastsound that features many upscale restaurants, shops, farmers markets, gas stations, general stores, a movie theater, and other accommodations. The closest big-box stores are in Anacortes before the ferry so make sure to do your major shopping before coming to town but most smaller items can be found in town in case you forget anything. Also, please be respectful of all posted signs and local laws. More detailed information on what to expect and bring can be found at wiki.toorcamp.org
Theme a Village
Want to stake your claim? Organize a campsite! Hackerspaces and groups can request sectioned off parts of the camp to build their own structures, show off their projects, host parties and events, and whatever they feel like doing to contribute to ToorCamp. Help make the camp awesome by getting your friends together and planning a campsite! There’s tons of information about camping on the ToorCamp Wiki. To sign up for organizing a campsite, please fill out our Campsite Sign-up Form.
Talks
ToorCamp will feature a wide range of talks from hacking computers to brain hacking, from brewing soda to fighting robots, from civil rights to lightning guns. The only guideline we use for talk selection is that it has to be something that most geeks would be interested in learning. This means that whether you’re a hardcore coder or just someone who appreciates technology at a high-level, there will be plenty of talks to pique your interest.
Contests
Parties
Around Camp
Toorcamp Kids 2024
Day Care
We're setting up a daycare to cover all of the time that talks are going on at the camp and kid-focused workshops for those older kid hackers that are able to make it out!
Kids Workshops
If you're bringing an older kid (> 5 y/o), there will be activities and workshops. These aren't daycare, they're activities for you to work on with your kid.
From about 10AM to Noon each day, we'll have some organized activities running.
The rest of the day, there'll be some activities for you do work on yourself with your younger hacker.
If you've got a kid and would like to add an activity, take a look at this google doc to put your name down for an activity to share with the other kids at camp. A few ideas were previously brainstormed on the ideas for kid workshops page. Check them out for inspiration, click the button below.