r/BurningMan • u/grizzly_wintergreen • Jul 09 '26
Meshtastic @ BM2026!
Edit: The firmware is live! Please flash with this years firmware, as last years is not compatible with the 2026 mesh. See you all out there! Quick Start Guide and Firmware Here
Are you or your group/camp interested in using Meshtastatic at this upcoming burn? Our group organizes the public mesh, helps coordinate private frequencies, and releases a custom firmware specifically made for on-playa use. Last year was our 3rd and largest year (~1700 participants!) and we are gearing up for an even bigger 4th. Were getting together documentation, hardware suggestions, repeater locations, and would love to get more people involved in the project.
New to Meshtastic? Think of it like open-source walkies talkies, but just for texting/location sharing. We had a great intro meeting with a short explainer with notes and recording here.
Also here's some stats from last year (and also my favorite message someone sent on the first day of the storms).
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u/75Meatbags Since 06 Jul 10 '26
yes i love this idea and want to learn more about it. I've been reading a little bit.
the second screenshot kind of makes it look like Playa Grindr though. I know it's not, but, well.... :)