What you need for an animal rights march

An animal rights march needs more than banners and flyers. You will need clear route materials, portable sound equipment, volunteer communication tools and a practical setup for the start and finish points. Buy printed items early, especially route maps, arrows, warning signs and wristbands, so there is time to check quantities and correct errors. Plan refreshments around the length of the march and keep drinks, snacks and spare materials in labelled crates that can be moved quickly.

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What to bring

Grouped the way you'd shop for it, with quantities.

Furniture

Party tentsqty 3
Foldable tablesqty 10
Folding chairsqty 20
High tablesqty 4
Tableclothsqty 10
Storage cratesqty 20

Equipment

Wireless microphonesqty 3
Battery-powered speakersqty 2
Mixer
Extension cordsqty 6
Power stripsqty 6
Megaphonesqty 4
Walkie-talkiesqty 12
Power banksqty 8

Lighting

LED lampsqty 8
String lightsqty 4

Decorations

Bannersqty 12
Flagsqty 40
Flagpolesqty 40
Balloonsqty 100
Table décorqty 10

Printed materials

Postersqty 100
Flyersqty 1500
Route mapsqty 800
Program leafletsqty 800
Name badgesqty 80
Wristbandsqty 1200
Route arrowsqty 80
Warning signsqty 20

Sports equipment

Hand cartsqty 4
Banner polesqty 24
Safety vestsqty 30
Rolls of barrier tapeqty 12
Traffic conesqty 20
Flashlightsqty 8

Tableware

Reusable cupsqty 500
Platesqty 300
Cutlery setsqty 300
Coffee cupsqty 100
Thermos flasksqty 12

Kitchen

Coolersqty 8
Serving plattersqty 12
Serving tongsqty 12
Cutting boardsqty 4
Paring knivesqty 6
Measuring cupsqty 4
Water jugsqty 12

Cleaning

Bucketsqty 6
Floor squeegeesqty 4
Broomsqty 6
Dustpan and brushqty 4
Reusable cleaning clothsqty 30
Waste binsqty 12
Hand sanitizer pumpsqty 10

Safety

First aid kitsqty 4
Disposable glovesqty 200
Thermal blanketsqty 20
Safety scissorsqty 6

Catering

Groceries
- Spa Blauw - 1200 bottles
- Spa Rood - 400 bottles
- Apple juice - 40 liter
- Orange juice - 40 liters
- Cola - 30 bottles
- Cola Zero - 30 bottles
- Iced tea - 30 bottles
- Coffee - 8 packs
- Decaffeinated coffee - 2 packs
- Black tea - 4 boxes
- Herbal tea - 4 boxes
- Oat milk - 30 liters
- Soy milk - 10 liters
- Sugar - 5 kilograms
- Sweeteners - 4 boxes
- Lemon juice - 4 bottles
- Paprika chips - 20 bags
- Plain chips - 20 bags
- Tortilla chips - 20 bags
- Hummus - 30 tubs
- Salsa - 20 jars
- Guacamole - 15 containers
- Vegan wraps - 300 pieces
- Whole wheat bread - 20 loaves
- Vegan cheese - 5 kilograms
- Vegan toppings - 5 kilograms
- Cucumbers - 30 pieces
- Cherry tomatoes - 8 kilograms
- Carrots - 8 kilograms
- Bell peppers - 40 pieces
- Grapes - 12 kilograms
- Bananas - 10 kilograms
- Apples - 15 kilogram
- Vegan cookies - 25 packs
- Vegan muesli bars - 500 pieces
- Vegan muffins - 300 pieces
- Herb mix - 4 jars
- Olive oil - 3 liters
- Salt - 2 packs
- Pepper - 2 jars
- Mayonnaise - 6 bottles
- Ketchup - 6 bottles
- Mustard - 4 bottles
- Napkins - 2500 pieces
- Paper towels - 12 rolls
- Paper towels - 12 rolls
- Toilet paper - 48 rolls
- Trash bags - 200 pieces
- Compostable bags - 100 pieces
- Dish soap - 4 bottles
- All-purpose cleaner - 4 bottles
- Disinfectant - 4 bottles
- Hand soap - 12 bottles
- Nitrile gloves - 200 pieces
- Aluminum foil - 4 rolls
- Plastic wrap - 4 rolls
- Baking paper - 4 rolls
- Paper carrier bags - 300 pieces
- Ice cubes - 40 kilogram

Tips

Order posters, flyers, route maps, program leaflets, wristbands and route arrows at least 10–14 days before the march. Add a small surplus: around 5–10% extra printed materials helps cover damage, late registrations and missing items.
Prepare one communication kit for every key part of the route. A typical kit includes a megaphone, a charged power bank and a walkie-talkie; test all devices together at least 24 hours before the event.
Allow about 500–750 ml of water per participant for a march lasting up to two hours, plus extra drinks for volunteers. Chill drinks the day before and keep them in storage crates so they can be transported without unpacking everything.
Count tables and chairs separately for the starting location and final venue. Keep at least one foldable table for registration or wristbands, and reserve a dry storage crate for route maps, name badges and spare signs.
Do not leave lighting and power items until setup day. Charge LED lamps, wireless microphones, battery-powered speakers and power banks the evening before, and bring extension cords and power strips only where the venue permits them.

Frequently asked questions

How many flyers do I need for an animal rights march?: Start with one flyer per expected participant, then add 10–15% for passers-by and replacements. For 200 participants, prepare roughly 220–230 flyers, depending on whether you are distributing them before or during the march.
How much water should I buy for an animal rights march?: For a march of up to two hours, plan 500–750 ml per participant and add extra for volunteers and speakers. For 100 participants, that means at least 50–75 litres, with more needed in warm weather.
When should I order signs and route maps?: Order printed signs, route maps, arrows and warning signs 10–14 days before the march. Use the final route and traffic plan for the print order, and check every bundle at least two days before setup.
What sound equipment is needed for an animal rights march?: For a mobile march, bring megaphones and battery-powered speakers; use wireless microphones and a mixer at the start or final venue. Test batteries, power banks and connections 24 hours beforehand and carry at least one spare charged power bank.

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