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November 14, 2016, 10:53 am
Posted by: Mike

DONATION DRIVE: UNCUT MAGIC KALADESH UNCOMMONS!!

Make a wish at $11.11 (or any multiple) and it might pay off big for you! Specifically, we’re launching Ashley’s driving shift with a big ol’ DONATION DRIVE!

Each donation of $11.11 before 11:20am gets you a chance to win this sensational Uncut foil MtG sheet of Kaladesh Uncommons!!

Look upon the shiny majestic forms of Aerial Responder, Longtusk Cub, Fairgrounds Warden and Arborback Stomper and be delighted that they’re decorating your wall, and not being played by your opponents.

This not-for-sale and not-available-in-stores item is incredibly rare and a perfect gift for the Magic fan in your life (or for yourself as part of a decadent Treat-Yo’-Self Day splurge!)

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November 14, 2016, 10:00 am
Posted by: Kara

Ash Vickers & Ashley Turner

Driving: Monday, Nov 14 10am – 10pm

Ash Vickers

Driving since: 2014
Points: 0
Crashes: 0

One day a meteor from a far off planet fell into a vat of toxic chemicals that was being blasted by gamma-rays. The chemicals splashed onto a genetically mutated spider from Krypton whose parents had been murdered in an alley and thus, Ash Vickers came to be.

… There was also a giant bear in there somewhere.

It’s Desert Bus’ 10th year:

Her first memory of Desert Bus:
Graham texted me during DB1 telling me I should come home (I was living at the DB1 location at the time) and hang out on a live camera feed while they played a video game about driving a bus. It sounded boring to me, so I stayed at my friend’s house and played WoW until they were done. 😛

Favourite DB gif:

 

Ashley Turner

Driving since: 2014
Points: 0
Crashes: 2

Raised in the wilds of the Sunshine Coast, Ashley was bestowed the ability to perfectly size and weight a package by sight alone. She makes use of this unnatural ability exactly 7 days a year. Kinda a waste if you ask me.

It’s Desert Bus’ 10th year:

Her first memory of Desert Bus:
Walking into Bill and Morgan’s living room and seeing the camera sitting there with the lens attached with rubber bands.

Favourite DB gif:

November 14, 2016, 9:30 am
Posted by: Kara

Phil Plait will be calling in at
11:30am PST on Monday, November 14th.

Phil Plait, also known as The Bad Astronomer, is an American astronomer, skeptic, writer and popular science blogger. Plait has worked as part of the Hubble Space Telescope team, images and spectra of astronomical objects, as well as engaging in public outreach advocacy for NASA missions. He has written two books, Bad Astronomy and Death from the Skies. He has also appeared in several science documentaries, including Phil Plait’s Bad Universe on the Discovery Channel. From August 2008 through 2009, he served as President of the James Randi Educational Foundation. Additionally, he wrote and hosted episodes of Crash Course Astronomy, which aired its last episode in 2016. He has a regular column at Slate.com and just wrapped production of the new series Bill Nye Saves the World as the head science writer.

Have a question for Phil Plait? Leave it in the comments below.

November 14, 2016, 9:25 am
Posted by: Mike

Average walking speed is about 5kmh-1 which means it would take nearly two hours to walk 9km. Knitting that long, we can only imagine, would take much longer still! So take a look at this phenomenal Moogle knitted blanket that is the prize of our next giveaway!

Dream about Final Fantasy with this 6.5 by 9 foot acrylic yarn blanket fits a Queen-size bed and is made with 1400 squares for extra snuggliness!

To enter, donate $9.65 or multiples until 10am Pacific! Remember, multiple donations get multiple entries!

November 14, 2016, 8:28 am
Posted by: Mike

OUR NEXT DONATION DRIVE is LIVE

Heads up folks! We’ve got a new donation drive going on, with this beautiful Lookouts and Acquisitions Inc. prints set! Lavishly illustrated and lovingly coloured by the Penny Arcade team, these handsome pieces will be a perfect decorative addition to the the home of any proud geek!

Donate $6.14 or any multiple before 8:55am Pacific to be entered to win!

November 14, 2016, 8:00 am
Posted by: Jordan

refuseWe are pleased to welcome reFUSE as a new sponsor of Desert Bus for Hope this year. reFUSE will be handling all of our garbage, recycling and compost needs throughout the run.

Since 2002, they’ve been leading the way to zero waste by providing the first full-service organics recycling in Victoria with collection from businesses including hotels, restaurants, grocers and institutions.

We thank reFUSE for their support of Desert Bus 10.

November 14, 2016, 8:00 am
Posted by: Jordan

fangamerWe are very pleased to welcome back Fangamer as a sponsor this year at Desert Bus for Hope. Once again they are our production partners for the Official Desert Bus for Hope 10 T-shirt.

Launched in 2008, Fangamer specializes in creating unique accessories, apparel, figurines, and other merchandise based on your favourite games and geek fandoms. They have made it their mission to do more than just sell wares, they want to build a better community. Through their attendance at conventions and their support of charity events like Desert Bus, they strive to celebrate the art of gaming.

Many thanks to Fangamer for their continued support of us here at Desert Bus for Hope.

November 14, 2016, 7:22 am
Posted by: Mike

DONATION DRIVE! 

Until the end of Family Feud, get in your donations of $5.72 or multiples to be entered to win this handsome Reversible Pocketed Scarf!

Made with Anti-pill Polar Fleece and measures approximately 56″ x 9″.

Even better, the scarf is reversible – simply turn the pockets inside out. So in fact, you get two scarves in one! It can be worn draped around the back of your neck, with your hands in the pockets to stay warm or place one pocket inside the other to keep your neck warm and keep the scarf from blowing off.

This charming item will keep your neck warm, keep your hands warm, hold important items AND give you a variety of cozy fashion options for wearing it. You most definitely need this in your life!

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November 14, 2016, 6:45 am
Posted by: Mike

Let’s start this day off with a DONATION DRIVE!

Up for grabs is that famous Caledonian Cetacean, that curiously cuddly son of Clan Plaiddington, the pride of the Royal Aberdeen Aquarium and the finest fellow to ever swim the Firth of Pentland… Whaleiam McPlaiddington!

Until 7am Pacific, get your donations in in amounts of $8.99 or whole number multiples to be entered to win this one-of-a-kind Whaleiam plush!
November 14, 2016, 6:04 am
Posted by: Tim
Bobbing to the music with the Zeta Castle Box.

Bobbing to the music with the Zeta Castle Box.

We’re on our way to day 3 of Desert Bus for Hope 10… let’s take a moment and look back at what you’ve missed overnight….

The_Earth_seen_from_Apollo_17Cam’s shift began, and he issued a creative challenge to the community to imagine a hopeful future for humanity, using whichever medium works best for you. This creative challenge is running up until the end of Cam’s shift, so if you’re interested in joining along, check out the blog post for details.

 

 

We play (and give away) a printed copy of Cards Against Desert Bus 2.0, a community-created collection that captures the best from Desert Bus, including new cards for Desert Bus 9. If you want your own print-and-play copy, check out cardsagainstdesertbus.com.

Look, we have a brick wall. Of course we were doing to try performing standup sometime during this run.

Engineering quits. We’re done. Gone. Bye bye. See ya.

As is tradition, Zeta Shift gathers together for some campfire songs!

And, a special Talking Simulator about Desert Bus.

Remember, for the latest updates, stay tuned to desertbus.org. You can also catch up on the latest #DesertBusX happenings around the web…