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Live Auction Photo Book
November 17, 2023 at 09:28 AM PST
Posted by Az

Get ready because at 10am PST we are having a LIVE AUCTION for the highly anticipated return of the Desert Bus for Hope Photo Book! This is for the extra-special hard cover version, which only a handful of which are made, and this auction is one of only two ways to get your hands on the hard cover version. So make sure to connect your donor account to your current twitch account with the correct handle, and then get into chat at 10am PST and get ready to bid! And remember, don't pay attention to the stream, because we are on a delay! Keep an eye on chat!!

After a 3 year hiatus, the Desert Bus for Hope Photo Book has finally returned! This 73-page hard cover book contains hundreds of photos taken by Desert Bus's own photographers, Kolin Toney and Jason Chinnock. This copy has even been signed by everyone at Desert Bus for Hope!

You can relive all the goofs, gaffs, tomfoolery, and shenanigans from Desert Bus for Hope 2022. You will also find behind the scenes photos, showing all of the incredible work and dedication of our volunteers behind the camera, making the rest of us look good and we make fools of ourselves.

Giveaway for the Trakke Arkaig Backpack Bundle
November 17, 2023 at 09:21 AM PST
Posted by Az

If you're in need of a high quality bag for the wide variety of things people use bags for, then this bundle is an excellent starting point to get you going. If you'd like a chance to win, please donate $5.01 by 10am PST!

Image of  an Arkaig backpack in black canvas, a matching pencil case, a black key ring, and a 3-pack of pocket journals with an orange journal on top

A light, sturdy backpack is one of the most versatile and useful accessories you can own. Whether you are heading to work or school, traveling, on a day hike, or exploring a new city, the Arkaig backpack is perfect. It has a roomy interior with space for a 14-inch laptop.

This bundle includes an Arkaig backpack in black, made from durable waxed canvas, as well as a matching pencil case, a key ring, and a 3-pack of pocket journals. All of Trakke's backpacks are handmade in Glasgow, Scotland and come with a lifetime guarantee.

Thank You to Fernwood Coffee!
November 17, 2023 at 09:15 AM PST
Posted by Az

Fernwood Coffee has been with us for many years, keeping us going into the wee hours of the morning and basically just all day long. Whether it be beans or their fancy canned root beer-coffee, we wouldn't be nearly as functional without them.

Founded in 2007, on Vancouver Island, Fernwood is a result of many journeys off the beaten path, carefully roasted by obsessive coffee professionals. Journeys that bring you coffee from the far corners of the world, high elevations and independent farms. A true testament to the ways of the Pacific Northwest adventure seekers.

Good gear makes all the difference when you’re out in the wild. Good jacket. Good wheels. Good coffee. They make you feel comfortable wherever you are, taking you further down the path, wherever it may lead.

So wherever you travel: a mountain, the coast or a city, our coffee adds a drop of luxury & comfort to your adventure.

Checking In on Silent Auctions!
November 17, 2023 at 09:00 AM PST
Posted by Az

We only have a day or so left, so we're getting close to the end of our selection of silent auctions for you to try and win! If you wanted to be able to get an amazing piece of art from one of our crafters, then maybe one of these could tickle your fancy? Just keep in mind that these end at 10am PST, and people love to snipe near the end to don't forget to keeping an eye out.

photo of the ukulele made out of a brown leather-like briefcase. The strings go from the short side to the other with a neck sticking out the side.

First we have this amazing Desert Bus For Hope Ukulele! What's better for travelling than a travelling instrument. This upcycled briefcase is now a ukulele like instrument that is made from handmade metal and a combination of mahogany and walnut components. The neck and tailstock break down and can be stored inside the briefcase while travelling for easier maneuverability and possibly some amount of stealth if you don't want people to know you are a bard. Just simply unpack and play to your hearts content, guaranteed to provide hours of listening and enjoyment to anyone within earshot while they are trapped on a bus or any other vehicle.

The other item up for auction is this amazing Hylian Royal Crest Shawl/Tablecloth. It's dangerous to go alone. Take this! Made from 100% Hateno cotton with a clasped weft, this hand-woven Hylian Royal Crest design may serve as a shawl or as a decorative tablecloth. Weighing only 195g, it is 25" x 65", with an additional 4.0" of hand-knotted fringe per side for a total length of 73" (185 cm). Hand wash only, hang to dry. Iron on cotton setting.

Dawn Guard Family "Photo" Challenge!
November 17, 2023 at 06:33 AM PST
Posted by Az

So we wanted to encourage all of you whom say "I don't know how to draw!" with this art challenge. We love you all and we want you to feel included, so this art challenge is open ended to whatever interpretation you want over the concept of making a "Family Photo" for us! Whether that be drawing, clay, forks? Cups! Macaroni...clever word play? Whatever your creative little mind can think of, because even if you "can't draw" doesn't mean you can't be creative!

So if you'd like to win a DB2023 shirt (prize version is only available in Unisex sizes, sorry!) then email your submission to contest@desertbus.org with the subject line "Dawn Guard Family Photo"! And please, try to avoid using AI. We want your creativity, not a computer's!

Heeeere's Zeta!
November 17, 2023 at 06:00 AM PST
Posted by Matthews

Our second to last Zeta shift of the run is in the history books, but that doesn't mean you have to miss out! If you missed Zeta, or if you just wanted a reminder of what the heck happened, we have you covered!

For legal reasons, Zeta would definitely not camp out in an Ikea. Plausible deniability is a heck of a thing.

Chaos karaoke struck again, this time controlled by chat donations!

We got further in with Keep Talking and No one Bricksplodes! One day, we'll get to learn what we're building!

We played Only Connect, Desert Bus edition!

Just a bit more lego. As a treat.

And we rounded out the shift with disaster preparedness!

And that was Zeta! Just one more Zeta left, but you have a heck of a lot more bus to go! Keep your eyes on the screen, check out our socials, and keep circulating the tapes!

Giveaway: Needle Felted Owlbear
November 17, 2023 at 04:39 AM PST
Posted by Matthews

For the discerning adventurer or arch-villain, we have here this feisty young Owlbear. Perfect for your home, office, or volcanic doom fortress, this deceptively cute chick/cub can tear through an adventuring party in no time at all. It measures in at an impressive 10”x9”x12” (for now).

This Owlbear has been painstakingly needle-felted over a wire and foam base, with hand-sculpted beak and claws and taxidermy-quality glass eyes. It may not be cuddly (is any owlbear?), but it sure is soft and amazing!!

Donate $7.10 or positive multiple integers thereof from now until 5:40am PST for a chance to win!!

Giveaway: Breath Of The Wild Drawstring Backpack
November 17, 2023 at 03:35 AM PST
Posted by Matthews

Look what's Sheikah slated to go up for auction this season! Gather your allies. Hold your breath. Go wild! Put in for a backpack that'll make you the talk of every mute protag this side of Lake Hylia. Stitching as strong as a Goron. A water-proof canvase interior and bottom so visits to see your shark-toothed buddy will leave you high and dry and safer than Daruk's Protection against mud and grime! Your favorite cast of characters from the hit 'Breath of the Wild' emblazon every surface of this drawstring backpack. Don't wait too long to check it out, it's Hylian unlikely to stick around for too long!

Donate $7.92 or positive multiple integers thereof from now until 4:30am PST for a chance to win this amazing handmade backpack!!

Giveaway: Phyrexian: All Will Be One Full Set #2
November 17, 2023 at 01:53 AM PST
Posted by Matthews

This lot contains one full set of all the cards in Phyrexia: All Will Be One in foil. This does not contain Booster Fun Variants.

Elesh Norn commands the Phyrexian Machine Legion as it readies its invasion of the Multiverse. Jace Beleren and the Gatewatch launch a last-ditch incursion to New Phyrexia to stop it. While other scheme in the shadows. The long-awaited plans have come to fruition.

All Will Be One.

Donate $11.11 or positive multiples thereof from now until 2:45am PST for a chance to win!!

Nightwatch: Being, Like, So Cool All Night Long
November 17, 2023 at 12:19 AM PST
Posted by Soraya

What's up it's ya busssss! That's right it's Nightwatch in the house!

Graham comes in from off-screen, wearing sunglasses, a sideways hat, and a very colorful shirt. He moves in a partial crouch as he gestures emphatically to the camera.

We're the most fashion-forward shift for shhiiiiiirt. We've got CBC color, we've got BDSM (Buses Do So Much - what did you think it meant?), and we've got cool tattoos. Check us out.

Andrew and Jordan stand side-by-side. Jordan slaps his butt, then jumps to turn the side of his body towards the camera and slap it again. Andrew does not react.

We got beef, though, and not just the cake kind. VST you're on notice. Or maybe we're the ones who are on notice? Instructions unclear.

Graham points directly at the camera, his expression intense. The captions at the bottom read "The VST *knows* what you did.

Whatever, we know we're godlike. Try not to swoon.

Ian melts in the chair, rubbing the Sega CD controller lovingly against his cheek. The one on his face! Don't be nasty.

This is also the hottest spot for music. You know it, we know it, everybody knows it. And we're nice enough to share our music video recommendations. [Full Playlist Edition] Whenever it was somebody's turn to share their pick, they got to wear the cool cap. Did you hear that, mods? Turns out, caps ARE shortcuts for cool.

Jordan addresses the camera. As he speaks, Graham bolts by, drops a black and white baseball cap onto his head, and keeps going.

We even do live music if you're lucky enough to get a ticket to our concerts.

Graham, wearing a fluffy brown wig, raps on the microphone while blue and orange lights flash.

So yeah, we know we're cool. We're also kinda sleepy though and we get a little weird when we're sleepy. So Zeta, for Harry's sake, you can take it from here.

Andrew stands with arms wide in a "ta-dah" pose. Behind him, on the couch, Ian grabs Harry the Creepy Doll from a nearby chair and slams him onto the floor.

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