We're so happy to have you as part of couchburners this year!
If you're seeing this page, it means we've made it official - welcome (back)! The last step to confirm your spot in camp is to pay your dues.
Please read these instructions carefully.
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In 2025, our dues are $375 per person.
(That's $750 for 2 people) |
Ticket Aid Program recipient?
Reduced Dues are $250 per person. (That's $500 for 2) |
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After June 30th, dues will increase to $420.69.
We use a sliding scale to help keep costs lower for early commits and ticket aid program recipients. |
If you've purchased a ticket via the Ticket Aid program (formerly Low Income program), please share a screenshot with the member of the team who invited you to camp. |
ADDITIONAL DONATIONS ARE ALWAYS APPRECIATED!
CouchBurners is a labor of love, and it costs a LOT to bring to life each year. Over the years we've been grateful to receive optional additional donations from campers and alumni that help us continue offering our low income dues tier, upgrade our infrastructure, stock our bar, and bring more special gifts to the playa. This is never expected, but always deeply appreciated.
How do I pay dues?
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🇺🇸 US Campers 🇺🇸
Please pay via Zelle. You may manually send a payment to [email protected]. Your bank may already offer Zelle directly within their interface, but if not you can also download the standalone Zelle app for iOS or Android and link a debit card. If you're prompted to enter a recipient name, use 'Sean Kester' (our camp lead). If prompted to confirm what the payment is for, select 'payment for friends or family'. In the notes section, please include your first and last name (and your +1, if applicable), plus the name of the member of the CB team who instructed you to make a payment. In some cases, your bank may also call to authenticate the transaction - if so, simply approve and let them know you're helping contribute to a large, not-for-profit party with friends. You are not purchasing any goods or services.
Note that some banks may impose a daily transfer limit, usually $500. This means if you're paying dues for two, you may need to make two separate transactions over two different days. Unable to use Zelle? Please speak with your pod lead 
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🛋️ International Campers 🛋️
Unable to use Zelle? Please pay your pod lead directly via PayPal 'friends and family' payment - It's crucial that you do not send a payment for 'goods and services', as this adds fees and creates a potential tax burden for your pod lead. Payments via 'goods and services' will be refunded and you'll be asked to re-send as 'friends and family'. You may be able to arrange for a transfer via Wise if preferred - consult with your pod lead to discuss options. Instructions:
Why am I paying my pod lead directly? Your pod lead will accept your dues payment, and will then send the same amount along to our camp bank account via Zelle, which is only available in the U.S. |
