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Learn more about That Thing in the Desert on Burning Man’s website.

Photo by Kevin Price (@TripodCam).

You may have heard of Burning Man. It sucks. Don’t go.

But, if you must go, we encourage you to check out our Noob Orientation in July. This event is intended for those who have not attended Burning Man or have attended once before but still have questions. We’ll cover the following:

  • The Burning Man culture
  • How to prepare for Burning Man
  • What to expect of Life on the Playa
  • 10-Principles
  • And much much more

Contact us for more information and to RSVP.

If you can’t make it, you’ll find all the documents we feel you need to get off to a great start below.

Camping Options and Tips

There are many options & choices open to you for Camping @ Burning Man. Though
to understand what those options are we should first take a look at the Layout of
Black Rock City

Leave No Trace

All Black Rock City citizens are expected to participate in our clean-up effort. We are a society of activists — we leave no trace.

Art Installations

Limited only by participants ‘ imaginations, the variety of art installations seen at Burning Man is remarkable. You can learn more about these installations in The Art of Burning Man.

Recreational Substances

Burning Man is not a drug fest. And a lot of the times it is so totally unnecessarily. Burning Man it self is a mind altering substance.

Burning Man Packing List

Burning Man is not a drug fest. And a lot of the times it is so totally unnecessarily. Burning Man it self is a mind altering substance.

Trailer Basics

Connecting the Trailer to your vehicle. Basic things that will get you in trouble towing a trailer and other useful trailer tips.

Directions To Black Rock City

How to get to TTITD…. in case Google Maps fails you. 😉

Porto Potty 101

If it doesn’t come from your body, it doesn’t go in the potty. The Good Word of the Portos… become one with it….

Temples

Secular space for all who need it.

Sex and Burning Man

Consent is sexy

Art, Costumes and Health

Costume recommendations, art at Burning Man and how to take care of yourself on the Playa

Regional Network

Burning Man extends beyond the playa. Learn More here.

Resources

Informational Resources that might come in handy.

Post Playa Depression

Decompression is hard…. get some tips for how to return to default world.

Police Information

Know your rights and know how to get help when you need it.

Top Ten Cleanup Tips

Tips for cleaning up when you get home… playa dust sticks!

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