Burning Man Update: The Jack Rabbit Speaks
Volume 17, Issue #15
February 26, 2013
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INTRODUCTION
LATEST NEWS:
+ THE 2012 AFTERBURN REPORT IS LIVE
+ CREATE YOUR BURNER PROFILE!
+ SECURE TICKET EXCHANGE PROGRAM (STEP) OPENS THIS THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 28
+ BMHQ SEEKS INTERNS FOR 2013 EVENT CYCLE
+ TEDX BLACK ROCK CITY VIDEOS NOW AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING
ROUND-UP OF BURNING MAN WRITINGS:
+ MIKE THE 8-FOOT-TALL VOODOO DOLL
+ REFLECTIONS OF FERTILITY 2.0 CAPTURED AMIDST ONE PARTICIPANT'S EXPERIENCE
PHOTOS, VIDEO & AUDIO:
+ THE AUSTRALIANS GO TO BURNING MAN
+ THOU ART DUST: MORE BORING PICTURES FROM THE PREHISTORIC LAKEBED
PARTICIPATE:
+ THE BAY LIGHTS DOCUMENTARY FILM SEEKING ARCHIVAL BMAN FOOTAGE!
+ FLUFFING ACADEMY
SUPPORT A PROJECT:
+ FLAMING LOTUS GIRLS 2013 POSTER CALENDAR
EVENTS AND HAPPENINGS:
+ BURNAL EQUINOX - SAN FRANCISCO, CA - MARCH 2
+ SACRAMENTO VALLEY BURNAL EQUINOX - NEVADA CITY, CA - MARCH 2
BLACK ROCK CITY CIVICS:
+ GO-PEDS AND THE ART OF NOISY VEHICLES ON PLAYA
CONNECT WITH BURNING MAN:
+ Burning Man on your favorite social networks
ADMINISTERRATA:
+ Want to unsubscribe from the JRS? Really? OK, here's how: http://bit.ly/nxU8Gz
+ Submit a post request to the Jackrabbit: http://bit.ly/jrspostrequest
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Greetings everybody! We hope this JRS finds you well. In the wake of our Individual Ticket sale -- which saw its share of technical glitches, but sold all 40,000 available tickets to eager Burners -- we're kicking off the Secure Ticket Exchange Program (STEP) this Thursday, February 28th. STEP facilitates the secure, hassle-free exchange of tickets between Burners, so if you're holding an extra that you're willing to sell, or you're looking to pick up a ticket, STEP is a great option for you. Read more about it below.
We're also happy to announce that the Afterburn Report for 2012 is now live! What's that? The Afterburn Report is Burning Man's annual report, detailing the activities and events that go into making Burning Man happen every year -- both on and off playa. It actually makes for fascinating reading ... and even the most experienced Burner among you may well learn something new.
Finally, we're seeking some interns for this year's event cycle ... interested? Qualified? Apply! See below for more.
The Man burns in 186 days!
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THE 2012 AFTERBURN REPORT IS LIVE
The Afterburn is Burning Man's annual report, detailing the activities and events that go into making Burning Man happen every year -- both on and off playa.
We encourage you to read each of the individual reports in the Afterburn, for each one paints a picture of the efforts that go into facilitating the creation of not only Black Rock City, but Burning Man culture in the world. Whether it's the Art Department, Community Services, Technology, Administration, Communications, DPW or Playa Safety, these teams put an incredible amount of work into making Burning Man happen -- you might be surprised what you learn.
Thank YOU, Burners, for everything you do.
http://afterburn.burningman.com/12/
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CREATE YOUR BURNER PROFILE!
Your Burner Profile is your place to record and reflect who YOU are as part of the Burning Man community. Register now!
http://profiles.burningman.com
Information stored in your Burner Profile will help you to streamline access to ticket sales, register art installations, theme camps, and mutant vehicles, submit a media project for review and more. So the more information you put into it, the more benefit you'll get out of it.
You can include as much information as you wish — or as little as you'd like — about who you are and how you participate in Burning Man culture both on playa and year-round. It's totally up to you. Regardless, your information will be private and will not be shared — nor will it be searchable on the internet. (For more details see our Privacy Policy: http://www.burningman.com/index/privacy_policy.html)
For answers to your questions about Burner Profiles, visit our FAQ (http://profiles.burningman.com/faq) and this blog post:http://blog.burningman.com/2013/01/news/announcing-burner-profiles/.
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SECURE TICKET EXCHANGE PROGRAM (STEP) OPENS THIS THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 28
STEP is the secure, safe, hassle-free way for Burners to sell their extra tickets, and for eager Burners to buy them. Here's how it works:
To buy a ticket through STEP:
1. If you want to purchase a ticket through STEP, log in to your Burner Profile (http://profiles.burningman.com) and sign up to join the STEP queue, starting February 28, 2013 at 12pm (noon) PST. Anyone who has not already purchased a ticket through one of our other sales can sign up to purchase a ticket through STEP. NOTE: If you do not yet have a Burner Profile sign up before Thursday (http://profiles.burningman.com) - having a profile ahead of time will speed up the registration process and ensure you are as close to the front of the STEP line as possible.
2. When a ticket becomes available, the first person in the STEP queue is offered that ticket (at face value, plus usual service fees and a $4 per ticket STEP fee) via email. If that person decides to purchase the ticket offered to them, the sale is made. If they decline to purchase the ticket, it's then offered to the next person in line ... and so on.
To sell a ticket through STEP:
1. Burners who have an extra ticket to sell can go to their Burner Profile (http://profiles.burningman.com) to put it into the STEP system (so long as it is before tickets have shipped or you selected WIll Call for your order).
2. Once your ticket has sold, your credit card will be credited for the price of the ticket plus delivery fee.
Since STEP offers tickets for sale to the people waiting in the queue, you can't specify who is offered your ticket. Additionally, signing up for the STEP queue doesn't guarantee you'll be able to purchase a ticket ... nor does offering your ticket guarantee it will sell. We'll stop accepting STEP sign ups on July 31, 2013.
For more information about STEP, see the STEP section of our Frequently Asked Questions: http://tickets2.burningman.com/faq.php#step
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BMHQ SEEKS INTERNS FOR 2013 EVENT CYCLE
We're excited to announce three Internships in our San Francisco office.
Three unpaid internships will provide the right candidates with opportunities to engage with the pre-event preparations of Burning Man's Communications Department, Regional Network and/or the Art Department during the busy pre-event production cycle (June-August) and on site in Black Rock City during the 2013 Burning Man event (August 25th – September 2nd).
Internships require a high level of organization, acute attention to detail and deadlines, top-notch written and verbal communication skills, and a keen ability to think quickly and function well in a high-pressure, creative environment that is often chaotic but always a lot of fun.
*** To be eligible, you must receive official school credit for your internship. ***
Read this for more information and how to apply:
http://bit.ly/YJe7Y2
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TEDX BLACK ROCK CITY VIDEOS NOW AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING
The good folks who run the TEDxBlackRockCity write to tell us:
"The TEDxBlackRockCity 2012 Team is pleased to announce that the 2012 TEDxBlackRockCity talks are now available for you to view on YouTube as well as on the TEDxBlackRockCity website at www.tedxblackrockcity.com.
Black Rock City provided an especially powerful setting for this year's investigation. On its most basic level, TEDxBlackRockCity created a stage for some of Burning Man's most visionary inhabitants to speak about their ideas and creations. On a deeper level, it drew on the very values of Burning Man, whose Ten Principles provided touchstones for the speakers in their talks.
TEDxBlackRockCity is intended to foster creativity among all of its remarkable participants — both on stage and off — drawing on the uniquely dynamic community of Burning Man. This past year we teamed up with The Einstein Project at TEDxBlackRockCity taking web casting one step further, in collaboration with Shouting Fire (www.shotingfire.org ).
We invite you to play the games, listen and watch the multi-media, and prepare to 'think differently' as you experience the talks of TEDx Black Rock City. It will help you make best use of the ideas you will encounter. Immerse Yourself. Enjoy doing so.
TEDxBlackRockCity organizers are seeking volunteers and potential speakers for the 2013 TEDxBlackRockCity experience. If you are interested in participating please contact this year's co-organizers Klaudia Oliver and Jon La Grace at tedxbrc@gmail.com and let us know how you would like to help, participate or engage in presenting your Idea Worth Spreading."
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MIKE THE 8-FOOT-TALL VOODOO DOLL
"When people ask me why I make the cross-country journey to Burning Man year after year, I tell them it is intensely therapeutic. And then I watch them laugh.
'What do you get at Burning Man?' they'll probe, as if the price of admission includes something.
'What you get at Burning Man,' I tell them, 'is entirely up to you.'"
Read this Tale From the Playa by Green Monkey on the Burning Blog:
http://bit.ly/YJeMZm
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REFLECTIONS OF FERTILITY 2.0 CAPTURED AMIDST ONE PARTICIPANT'S EXPERIENCE
Kendrick writes:
"Utilizing the ancient technology of disposable cameras, one humble burner's earnest endeavor to capture the year that was Fertility 2.0 is presented for your judgment, diversion, education or reflection in artifact, image & word. Every story is made up of and part of countless others. This is the accumulated story of one ticket's journey to a participant and everything surrounding the year long struggle to return to black rock.
http://bit.ly/YJcSbb"
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THE AUSTRALIANS GO TO BURNING MAN
Harlequin writes:
"After several years of dreaming and planning, hoping and wishing, in 2012 four Australians managed to travel to the other side of the planet to find themselves in Black Rock City.
It was an amazing experience that will never be forgotten. This is what happened - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qg7_n8ieHWM (nb: video is slightly NSFW)
With love, from The Australians.
ps we're happy to report that we all got tickets for 2013, and we will be back with an even bigger group this year. See you on the playa :)"
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THOU ART DUST: MORE BORING PICTURES FROM THE PREHISTORIC LAKEBED
(PRO-TIP: on his webpage, scroll right to see the images.) Brian writes:
"These pictures are from my second trip to Black Rock City in 2012, they're shot with a digital SLR and film cameras -- both color and B&W. I developed and scanned the film in my apartment.
I tried to avoid the cliche pictures we've all seen too many times now, choosing to focus on more of a day in the life aspect.
http://www.brianmcgloin.com/burning-man-2012 "
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THE BAY LIGHTS DOCUMENTARY FILM SEEKING ARCHIVAL BMAN FOOTAGE!
Jeremy Ambers, an independent filmmaker who is working on a feature-length documentary about the making of Leo Villareal's The Bay Lights (tentatively titled 'Impossible Light') is seeking archival footage from Burning Man for a portion of the film, which will be released later this year.
Specifically, he is looking for:
• General event footage from 1994 - 2000.
• Footage of the DisOrient camp from 2001 - present.
• Any archival footage of Leo Villareal or his BM installations between 1996 and present day.
All footage (SD/HD files and tape formats) welcome. Any footage submitted and selected to help finish the documentary will be fully credited. Please contact Jeremy at jeremyambers@gmail.com for more information.
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FLUFFING ACADEMY
Captain Billy writes:
"Would you enjoy being a vital component in the building of a Theme Camp? Can't take the heat, lack the strength or skills? No problem, build sandwiches instead of structures in our big shaded dust free kitchen. Come to the French Quarter Fluffing Academy to help feed, motivate and hydrate the hardest working construction crew on the playa. Bring your sexiest outfits and costumes or lots of sunscreen if that's the way you roll. Sharpen your flirting skills, experience genuine love and affection from hungry, thirsty people. You can hide from the sun and heat in our kitchen while learning how to make exotic foods and beverages. You must be able to come early in the build week. Contact me at BJBLITZ@AOL.COM for details."
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FLAMING LOTUS GIRLS 2013 POSTER CALENDAR
Pouneh of the fabulous Flaming Lotus Girls writes:
"YES!!! By popular demand, FLG are releasing their 2013 POSTER CALENDAR.
The Flaming Lotus Girls, the world renowned purveyors of fine firey artistic mayhem, invite everyone to come and buy our new $10 2013 CALENDAR. Showcasing the sexiest metalwork on the planet, the Flaming Lotus Girls' 2013 calendar is, without a doubt, the most scintillating way to burn up the next 365 days of your life. Help support fire art at Burning Man.
Buy it now for only $10 Or do yourself and friends a favor and buy 6 FLG calendars for $50.
http://www.flaminglotus.com "
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BURNAL EQUINOX - SAN FRANCISCO, CA - MARCH 2
We told ya before, and yep, we're gonna tell ya again. The Burnal Equinox is coming up, and we here in SF are going to be celebrating the mid-point between Burns ... and we want to see YOU there. So join us! Here are the details:
Burnal Equinox Art Salon and Mixer
Saturday, March 2nd! - 7pm to 3am
At Public Works
161 Erie Street, SF, CA 94103
(between Division & 14th St. in the Mission)
http://www.publicsf.com
21+ over venue
$20; just $15 with donation of art supplies
for Hospitality House art program
(*see needed supplies below*)
Dress: Anything from Abacus to Cyber-Absurd!
Come @ 7pm for special ROBOT Happy Hour mixer + drink specials!
For full details, see: http://bit.ly/YTmuko
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SACRAMENTO VALLEY BURNAL EQUINOX - NEVADA CITY, CA - MARCH 2
"Sacramento Valley Spark and the Gold Country Burnal Equinox Committee are excited to present BE3, the Third Annual Burnal Equinox
It all happens at The Miners Foundry located at 325 Spring Street in Nevada City.
Burnal Equinox is a celebration halfway between Burning Man events on Saturday, March 2, 2013. Burnal Equinox Gold Country will be a celebration of self-expression and creativity inspired by the Burning Man event, complete with art, fire performers, fashion shows, costumes, and theme camps.
Three stages of entertainment will feature live music, DJ's and performance art. Bring yourself and be yourself. Playa wear is welcome and encouraged. This all-day event begins at 2:00 p.m. and continues until 1:00 a.m.
For more information please visit: http://sacvalleyspark.org/?page_id=686
You can also volunteer for the event or get more info at: be2013info@gmail.com "
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GRAND LIGHTING CEREMONY FOR THE BAY LIGHTS - SAN FRANCISCO, CA - MARCH 5
We've told you about the Bay Lights project (www.thebaylights.org) before, and guess what ... it's happening! The Bay Lights go LIVE on the Bay Bridge on Tuesday, March 5th, and we're very excited to see it go off! If you're in the Bay Area, and want to see it live, a list of the best views for the Grand Lighting Ceremony can be found here: http://thebaylights.org/view . Pier 7 will be a great spot to view the lights, and they'll be giving out free hot chocolate and churros there [Editor's note: YUM!]). All of the restaurants along that section of the Embarcadero will have good views, too.
Now, if you're NOT in the Bay Area and still want to see it happen, you can watch a live webcast that will be embedded on that same webpage (http://thebaylights.org/view).
Join us in congratulating Leo Villareal on this fantastic artistic success ... we're proud to have Leo on The Burning Man Project board (www.burningmanproject.org), and happy to say he got his start creating light art back in the day at Burning Man.
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GO-PEDS AND THE ART OF NOISY VEHICLES ON PLAYA
We've seen a distinct decline in these especially-noisy vehicles over the years, but there's still some people who bring them out to Burning Man. Yep, go-peds and the like, without mufflers on the tailpipe, SCREAMING an ear-splitting drone as they blaze along the playa floor.
Want to ride one of these around? That's fine ... but if you want to be a good BRC citizen and not turn heads (in the bad way) wherever you go, get a muffler for them! Also, you're beholden to the same driving protocols and speed limits (5MPH) as all other vehicles in Black Rock City. Which are? Riiight here:
http://bit.ly/o80vyO
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The Burning Man Regional Network - connect with Burners in your hometown:
http://regionals.burningman.com
Visit our own Lyceum and engage with published authors, bloggers and thinkers in and around the Burning Man community as they observe and comment on our culture and like-minded cultures around the world:
http://blog.burningman.com
The Official Burning Man Facebook Page:
http://www.facebook.com/burningman
Official Burning Man Twitter Account - All Things Burning Man:
http://www.twitter.com/burningman
Black Rock City Twitter Account - All Things BRC:
http://www.twitter.com/blackrockcity
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POST REQUESTS
Want your post to be included in an upcoming Jackrabbit Speaks? Fill out this form: http://bit.ly/jrspostrequest
MORE INFORMATION
For questions: questions@burningman.com
JRS archive: http://www.burningman.com/blackrockcity_yearround/jrs/
SUBSCRIBE & UNSUBSCRIBE
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If you are having trouble unsubscribing, troubleshoot at http://bit.ly/nxU8Gz
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Soundtrack for this JRS: DJ Zach Moore, Rachel Goodrich
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Tuesday, February 26, 2013
Tuesday, February 12, 2013
[BManUpdate] V17:#14:2.12.13
Burning Man Update: The Jack Rabbit Speaks
Volume 17, Issue #14
February 12, 2013
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INTRODUCTION
LATEST NEWS:
+ TICKETS: GET READY FOR THE BURNING MAN 2013 INDIVIDUAL SALE
+ PROJECT REGISTRATION FORMS OPENING MARCH 12
+ POSITION AVAILABLE: PROJECT MANAGEMENT & ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANT
+ POSITION AVAILABLE: PLACEMENT PRODUCTION ASSISTANT
+ BLACK ROCK SOLAR IS HIRING AN EDUCATION PROGRAM MANAGER
+ RENT YOUR PLAYA BIKE FROM BLACK ROCK BICYCLES
+ "TRIBES OF BURNING MAN" TO BE TRANSLATED INTO FRENCH
ROUND-UP OF BURNING MAN WRITINGS:
+ CONNECTIVITY VS. IMMEDIACY
PHOTOS, VIDEO & AUDIO:
+ BURNING MAN: INCENDIARY PERSON IN THE DESERT CARNIVAL REALM
+ THE MOOP SONG FEATURING BUDDY CARROT
+ PHOTO GALLERY FROM ROD HOEKSTRA
SUPPORT A PROJECT:
+ THE SS TITTYHAWK: AN *AIRCRAFT CARRIER* ART CAR FOR BURNING MAN
+ HELP THE IMAGINATION MACHINE RETURN TO THE PLAYA
+ THE MUSTACHE RIDE!
EVENTS AND HAPPENINGS:
+ BURNAL EQUINOX - SAN FRANCISCO, CA - MARCH 2
BLACK ROCK CITY CIVICS:
+ PLANTS ON THE PLAYA! COOL, RIGHT? WRONG.
CONNECT WITH BURNING MAN:
+ Burning Man on your favorite social networks
ADMINISTERRATA:
+ Want to unsubscribe from the JRS? Really? OK, here's how: http://bit.ly/nxU8Gz
+ Submit a post request to the Jackrabbit: http://bit.ly/jrspostrequest
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Hello everybody! Well, tomorrow is a big day. 40,000 tickets will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis in our Individual Sale, starting at 12pm (that's noon) PST on Wednesday February 13th. We have a primer below to get you ready for the sale.
In other news, there's some hiring going on at BMHQ, and we've got two (count 'em, 2!) open positions to run by you. And if you live in Reno (or want to), Black Rock Solar has one as well.
Finally, as you'll see, our Support a Project list is starting to grow ... as predicted. A note to would-be seekers of promotion for your fundraiser in the Jackrabbit Speaks: we will only promote projects that have a VERY LARGE IMPACT on a LARGE NUMBER of Burners on playa. We have to draw the line somewhere, and that's where we believe it makes sense to draw it (though we also reserve the right to highlight certain projects we think you should see). Promotion of your fundraiser is really up to YOU, and is an opportunity to reach out to and connect with people in your community to garner favor, friends and support.
That said, regardless of the scale of your project, if you want your Kickstarter and Indiegogo fundraisers listed on our Support a Project webpage, here's how:
http://www.burningman.com/participate/supportaproject/raisefunds.html
The Man burns in 200 days! That's a round number! Auspicious!
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TICKETS: GET READY FOR THE BURNING MAN 2013 INDIVIDUAL SALE
40,000 tickets for Burning Man 2013 will go on sale beginning at 12pm (noon) PST tomorrow – that's Wednesday, February 13. Here's what you need to know to be ready.
First off, this sale is ONLY accessible to those who pre-registered during the pre-registration period (February 6-10).
On Wednesday, February 13 at 12pm (noon) PST, a link to the sale will appear at the top of this page: http://tickets.burningman.com. You can also use the button in your confirmation email. Either works.
In order to access the sale, you will need to provide your unique pass code from your confirmation email. If you didn't receive a confirmation email or don't have your pass code, email ticketsupport@burningman.com as soon as possible for assistance – please don't wait until the sale is underway to reach out for help!
Before the sale opens, make sure your web browser (Safari, Firefox, or Chrome, ideally) has cookies enabled and Javascript turned on. (This is usually in your browser's preferences.) You *can* use your smart phone or tablet, but know that this process isn't optimized for mobile devices, and you will need a reliable connection.
PLEASE NOTE: we anticipate a lot of people will be trying to access the sale at the same time and we cannot accurately predict how long of a wait there will be. While we have worked closely with our ticketing partner to make the system run as quickly and smoothly as possible, many participants will be attempting to purchase tickets at the same time, which may result in long wait times. Please be prepared to be patient.
If you have questions, please email ticketsupport@burningman.com. Keep in mind that the folks on the other end of that email address are Burners just like you ... and they're here to help.
For current information about the ticket sale please follow our Twitter feeds (@bmantickets and @burningman), check out this ePlaya discussion thread (http://eplaya.burningman.com/viewforum.php?f=326), and/or our Facebook page (www.facebook.com/burningman).
We'll see you (virtually) on Wednesday!
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PROJECT REGISTRATION FORMS OPENING MARCH 12, NOT FEBRUARY 20TH
You know how we told you that project registration would start up on February 20th? Yeah well, we were wrong. Forms will be available to register your art installation, theme camp, mutant vehicle and media activity on March 12. You'll find what you need here:
http://forms.burningman.com
So there you go. Carry on.
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POSITION AVAILABLE: PROJECT MANAGEMENT & ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANT
Position Available: Project Management and Administration Assistant
Location: Burning Man San Francisco office
** Please submit resume and cover letter by 10:00am on February 19th, 2013, using this link: http://blackrockcity.theresumator.com/apply/Yhw2Yq/Project-Management-And-Adminstrative-Assistant.html?source=JRS
JOB SUMMARY
This role will serve as the Project Management and Administration Assistant to the Black Rock City Event Operations Team (Ops Team) and BRC Event Operations Director, and will coordinate and organize processes and materials towards the production of the Burning Man Event from start to finish. This encompasses managing the information shared and created by the Ops Team with the rest of Burning Man.
The ability to succeed within a complex multi-department environment along with the ability to manage multiple projects is mandatory. A superior customer service attitude, and a documented history of technical and business management skills is a must.
For comprehensive details on the duties and essential functions of this role, as well as a list of qualifications, please view the complete job listing here: http://blackrockcity.theresumator.com/apply/Yhw2Yq/Project-Management-And-Adminstrative-Assistant.html?source=JRS
This is a part-time, regular position eligible for benefits in our San Francisco office.
** Please submit resume and cover letter by 10:00am on February 19th, 2013, using this link: http://blackrockcity.theresumator.com/apply/Yhw2Yq/Project-Management-And-Adminstrative-Assistant.html?source=JRS
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POSITION AVAILABLE: PLACEMENT PRODUCTION ASSISTANT
Position Available: Placement Production Assistant
Location: Burning Man San Francisco office
** Please submit resume and cover letter by 10:00am on February 19th, 2013, using this link: http://blackrockcity.theresumator.com/apply/ODWr2e/Placement-Production-Assistant.html?source=JRS
JOB SUMMARY
The Placement Production Assistant will provide administrative support for the camp Placement process manager and volunteer team.
For comprehensive details on the duties and essential functions of this role, as well as a list of qualifications, please view the complete job listing here: http://blackrockcity.theresumator.com/apply/ODWr2e/Placement-Production-Assistant.html?source=JRS
This is a temporary position not eligible for benefits.
** Please submit resume and cover letter by 10:00am on February 19th, 2013, using this link: http://blackrockcity.theresumator.com/apply/ODWr2e/Placement-Production-Assistant.html?source=JRS
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BLACK ROCK SOLAR IS HIRING AN EDUCATION PROGRAM MANAGER
The good folks from Black Rock Solar write to let us know of an opening in their organization:
"Do you have a background in education and grant writing, a love for the environment and a fervent desire to enhance K-12 educational opportunities? Black Rock Solar is seeking a self-motivated, smart and dynamic Education Program Manager to help shape, implement and fund our growing education program. This is a full-time position in our Reno office. For more information and to apply, visit
http://www.blackrocksolar.org/about/work-for-black-rock-solar/ "
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RENT YOUR PLAYA BIKE FROM BLACK ROCK BICYCLES
Located just a few hours from the playa, Black Rock Bicycles of Reno is geared up earlier this year with rentals and affordable new and used cruisers. This Burners-owned and operated outfit comes highly recommended and they always sell out, so it's best to reserve a reliable and comfortable bike early. They also have bike supplies, such as lighting, baskets, bells, locks, and many other bike necessities. ALSO to help make the journey to the playa easier and stress free, their customers can ship their supplies to them 30 days prior to Burning Man, have it stored without charge, and pick the supplies up along with their bike on their way to the playa. Finally, they will also ship your supplies back to you after the burn for only the cost of the shipping (items must be boxed and ready to ship). Check out their website for contact information, reservations, and questions at www.blackrockbicycles.com
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"TRIBES OF BURNING MAN" TO BE TRANSLATED INTO FRENCH
We are everywhere, including French-speaking countries and Francophiles' bookshelves, apparently. Steve Jones writes to let us know:
"The Tribes of Burning Man: How an Experimental City in the Desert is Shaping the New American Counterculture, the 2011 book by Steven T. Jones (aka Scribe) chronicling the explosion of the Burner culture, will be translated into French.
Its publisher, CCC Publishing of San Francisco, signed a translation and distribution deal last week with Montreal-based publisher Éditions Octave that will make the French-version of the book available online and in bookstores throughout Canada, France, and Switzerland starting this summer.
Tribes includes embedded journalism with the Flaming Lotus Girls, Temple of Flux, Burners Without Borders, Opulent Temple, and other high-profile Burning Man tribes and extensive interviews with event founder Larry Harvey and other Burner luminaries from 2004 until the present, as the event reached the pinnacle of its popularity and cultural influence."
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CONNECTIVITY VS. IMMEDIACY
Halcyon is back, and sparking an interesting discussion on the tension between staying connected and staying CONNECTED on playa. What do you think? Is our hyper-connected technological culture threatening the immediacy we experience at Burning Man (and oh, how rare that is these days)? Add your thoughts on the Burning Blog:
http://blog.burningman.com/2013/02/technology/connectivity-vs-immediacy/
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BURNING MAN: INCENDIARY PERSON IN THE DESERT CARNIVAL REALM
Read (or listen as podcast) to Jonathan Zap's sometimes surreal narrative and psychoanalysis of Burning Man: Incendiary Person in the Desert Carnival Realm
http://www.zaporacle.com/incendiary-person-in-the-desert-carnival-realm/
(also published on Reality Sandwich)
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THE MOOP SONG FEATURING BUDDY CARROT
We don't even ... know ... what to say about this, except that this dude is AWESOME. Hear what may just be the best (!!) song ever written about Matter Out of Place (MOOP). And the bonus? It's a sing-along! Created by 2012 virgin Burner Shwaman Josh of The More Carrots (a Black Rock farmer'.s market in the French Quarter Village).
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gO20nLmeE1Q
This made our day. Thanks Buddy!
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PHOTO GALLERY FROM ROD HOEKSTRA
For the third year now, the Jackrabbit Speaks newsletter is proud to present Rod's amazing photos from Burning Man. His gallery can be found here:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/cookinghamus/sets/72157631703012223/
Enjoy!
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THE SS TITTYHAWK: AN *AIRCRAFT CARRIER* ART CAR FOR BURNING MAN
Holy. Crap. It is our duty as a community of like-minded individuals seeking to manifest and thoroughly enjoy the monstrously absurd to help make this happen. Right? Right. Tizzle writes:
"I had a vision one night on the Playa last year after an encounter with several random groups. I had an 8 person art car and a lot of people I taxied around said they could not get on the other big art cars. Well this kinda stinks because I had the same thing happen my first year on the Playa too. This vision involves a bus, tons of lumber, metal, welding, paint, and all to make a LARGE CARGO area called a flight deck. We are building an Aircraft Carrier Art Car for Burning Man 2013 and we need your help!
Please Donate!
http://www.indiegogo.com/projects/ss-tittyhawk-of-brc?c=home
Join the Flight Crew
https://www.facebook.com/pages/SS-Tittyhawk/348367005260285
SS Tittyhawk
http://www.sstittyhawk.com/ "
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HELP THE IMAGINATION MACHINE RETURN TO THE PLAYA
James of The F*cking Unicorns crew writes:
"Two years ago we embarked on a journey to create something big for for the Burning Man community. We built the Imagination Machine; a huge double rainbow, with 7,000 programmable LEDs, a mobile aerial rig, glowing clouds and a spacious raised dance platform with one of the best views on the playa.
Now we want to ensure the Imagination Machine is something you see on the playa year after year. The current vehicle is in need of some basic repairs. A new transmission and some work on the suspension will get us back to Apogaea (the Colorado Regional) and Burning Man in 2013. A new base vehicle will bring the magic back in following years, and give us room to expand and grow.
We've got big ideas, and we've proven we can pull them off. But big things cost money. The Unicorns never raise funds to buy personal or camp infrastructure. Every dollar goes back to the community, and this kickstarter is no different.
Long term, We've got big ideas, and the newer, bigger vehicle is where it all starts.
http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1554537122/the-imagination-machine-f-king-unicorn-art-car
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THE MUSTACHE RIDE!
This was really too good to NOT pass on to you ... Brie writes:
"Ride the Giant Mustache !!! An interactive art project destined for Burning Man 2013. Submit your picture for a place in history. Please help support the Mustache! Visit our Website : www.RideMyStache.com or Check out our YouTube Video.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wIxGyQsFcbQ "
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BURNAL EQUINOX - SAN FRANCISCO, CA - MARCH 2
Awww yeah ... details are up for the Burnal Equinox celebration in San Francisco, including the (pretty dang rad) theme. Get on your horse, people!
http://bit.ly/YTmuko
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PLANTS ON THE PLAYA! COOL, RIGHT? WRONG.
Take a good look around the Black Rock Desert the next time you're there. Do you see any flora? Uhhhh no. This might be your first clue that the desert is no place for plants. The high desert will suck the life out of your plants and dry them out before you can say "flores es pulchellus".
Then guess what happens? They fall apart and blow away in the next gust of wind that hits your camp. Instant MOOP. Or the pot tips over, and boom, you've got a pile of dirt to scoop up. So not worth it.
The solution? Fake plants, of course. Their kitch is the perfect touch for the playa, and your plants huddled safely back at home will thank you. And this, friends, is why live plants are not allowed through the Gate to Black Rock City. The end.
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The Burning Man Regional Network - connect with Burners in your hometown:
http://regionals.burningman.com
Visit our own Lyceum and engage with published authors, bloggers and thinkers in and around the Burning Man community as they observe and comment on our culture and like-minded cultures around the world:
http://blog.burningman.com
The Official Burning Man Facebook Page:
http://www.facebook.com/burningman
Official Burning Man Twitter Account - All Things Burning Man:
http://www.twitter.com/burningman
Black Rock City Twitter Account - All Things BRC:
http://www.twitter.com/blackrockcity
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POST REQUESTS
Want your post to be included in an upcoming Jackrabbit Speaks? Fill out this form: http://bit.ly/jrspostrequest
MORE INFORMATION
For questions: questions@burningman.com
JRS archive: http://www.burningman.com/blackrockcity_yearround/jrs/
SUBSCRIBE & UNSUBSCRIBE
To subscribe, email: bman-announce-subscribe@burningman.com
To unsubscribe, email: bman-announce-unsubscribe@burningman.com
To subscribe or unsubscribe on the web, visit https://lists.burningman.com/mailman/listinfo/bman-announce
If you are having trouble unsubscribing, troubleshoot at http://bit.ly/nxU8Gz
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Soundtrack for this JRS: Vitamin Devo, Ulrich Schnauss
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Jackrabbit Speaks Email List
https://lists.burningman.com/mailman/listinfo/bman-announce
Volume 17, Issue #14
February 12, 2013
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INTRODUCTION
LATEST NEWS:
+ TICKETS: GET READY FOR THE BURNING MAN 2013 INDIVIDUAL SALE
+ PROJECT REGISTRATION FORMS OPENING MARCH 12
+ POSITION AVAILABLE: PROJECT MANAGEMENT & ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANT
+ POSITION AVAILABLE: PLACEMENT PRODUCTION ASSISTANT
+ BLACK ROCK SOLAR IS HIRING AN EDUCATION PROGRAM MANAGER
+ RENT YOUR PLAYA BIKE FROM BLACK ROCK BICYCLES
+ "TRIBES OF BURNING MAN" TO BE TRANSLATED INTO FRENCH
ROUND-UP OF BURNING MAN WRITINGS:
+ CONNECTIVITY VS. IMMEDIACY
PHOTOS, VIDEO & AUDIO:
+ BURNING MAN: INCENDIARY PERSON IN THE DESERT CARNIVAL REALM
+ THE MOOP SONG FEATURING BUDDY CARROT
+ PHOTO GALLERY FROM ROD HOEKSTRA
SUPPORT A PROJECT:
+ THE SS TITTYHAWK: AN *AIRCRAFT CARRIER* ART CAR FOR BURNING MAN
+ HELP THE IMAGINATION MACHINE RETURN TO THE PLAYA
+ THE MUSTACHE RIDE!
EVENTS AND HAPPENINGS:
+ BURNAL EQUINOX - SAN FRANCISCO, CA - MARCH 2
BLACK ROCK CITY CIVICS:
+ PLANTS ON THE PLAYA! COOL, RIGHT? WRONG.
CONNECT WITH BURNING MAN:
+ Burning Man on your favorite social networks
ADMINISTERRATA:
+ Want to unsubscribe from the JRS? Really? OK, here's how: http://bit.ly/nxU8Gz
+ Submit a post request to the Jackrabbit: http://bit.ly/jrspostrequest
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Hello everybody! Well, tomorrow is a big day. 40,000 tickets will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis in our Individual Sale, starting at 12pm (that's noon) PST on Wednesday February 13th. We have a primer below to get you ready for the sale.
In other news, there's some hiring going on at BMHQ, and we've got two (count 'em, 2!) open positions to run by you. And if you live in Reno (or want to), Black Rock Solar has one as well.
Finally, as you'll see, our Support a Project list is starting to grow ... as predicted. A note to would-be seekers of promotion for your fundraiser in the Jackrabbit Speaks: we will only promote projects that have a VERY LARGE IMPACT on a LARGE NUMBER of Burners on playa. We have to draw the line somewhere, and that's where we believe it makes sense to draw it (though we also reserve the right to highlight certain projects we think you should see). Promotion of your fundraiser is really up to YOU, and is an opportunity to reach out to and connect with people in your community to garner favor, friends and support.
That said, regardless of the scale of your project, if you want your Kickstarter and Indiegogo fundraisers listed on our Support a Project webpage, here's how:
http://www.burningman.com/participate/supportaproject/raisefunds.html
The Man burns in 200 days! That's a round number! Auspicious!
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TICKETS: GET READY FOR THE BURNING MAN 2013 INDIVIDUAL SALE
40,000 tickets for Burning Man 2013 will go on sale beginning at 12pm (noon) PST tomorrow – that's Wednesday, February 13. Here's what you need to know to be ready.
First off, this sale is ONLY accessible to those who pre-registered during the pre-registration period (February 6-10).
On Wednesday, February 13 at 12pm (noon) PST, a link to the sale will appear at the top of this page: http://tickets.burningman.com. You can also use the button in your confirmation email. Either works.
In order to access the sale, you will need to provide your unique pass code from your confirmation email. If you didn't receive a confirmation email or don't have your pass code, email ticketsupport@burningman.com as soon as possible for assistance – please don't wait until the sale is underway to reach out for help!
Before the sale opens, make sure your web browser (Safari, Firefox, or Chrome, ideally) has cookies enabled and Javascript turned on. (This is usually in your browser's preferences.) You *can* use your smart phone or tablet, but know that this process isn't optimized for mobile devices, and you will need a reliable connection.
PLEASE NOTE: we anticipate a lot of people will be trying to access the sale at the same time and we cannot accurately predict how long of a wait there will be. While we have worked closely with our ticketing partner to make the system run as quickly and smoothly as possible, many participants will be attempting to purchase tickets at the same time, which may result in long wait times. Please be prepared to be patient.
If you have questions, please email ticketsupport@burningman.com. Keep in mind that the folks on the other end of that email address are Burners just like you ... and they're here to help.
For current information about the ticket sale please follow our Twitter feeds (@bmantickets and @burningman), check out this ePlaya discussion thread (http://eplaya.burningman.com/viewforum.php?f=326), and/or our Facebook page (www.facebook.com/burningman).
We'll see you (virtually) on Wednesday!
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PROJECT REGISTRATION FORMS OPENING MARCH 12, NOT FEBRUARY 20TH
You know how we told you that project registration would start up on February 20th? Yeah well, we were wrong. Forms will be available to register your art installation, theme camp, mutant vehicle and media activity on March 12. You'll find what you need here:
http://forms.burningman.com
So there you go. Carry on.
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POSITION AVAILABLE: PROJECT MANAGEMENT & ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANT
Position Available: Project Management and Administration Assistant
Location: Burning Man San Francisco office
** Please submit resume and cover letter by 10:00am on February 19th, 2013, using this link: http://blackrockcity.theresumator.com/apply/Yhw2Yq/Project-Management-And-Adminstrative-Assistant.html?source=JRS
JOB SUMMARY
This role will serve as the Project Management and Administration Assistant to the Black Rock City Event Operations Team (Ops Team) and BRC Event Operations Director, and will coordinate and organize processes and materials towards the production of the Burning Man Event from start to finish. This encompasses managing the information shared and created by the Ops Team with the rest of Burning Man.
The ability to succeed within a complex multi-department environment along with the ability to manage multiple projects is mandatory. A superior customer service attitude, and a documented history of technical and business management skills is a must.
For comprehensive details on the duties and essential functions of this role, as well as a list of qualifications, please view the complete job listing here: http://blackrockcity.theresumator.com/apply/Yhw2Yq/Project-Management-And-Adminstrative-Assistant.html?source=JRS
This is a part-time, regular position eligible for benefits in our San Francisco office.
** Please submit resume and cover letter by 10:00am on February 19th, 2013, using this link: http://blackrockcity.theresumator.com/apply/Yhw2Yq/Project-Management-And-Adminstrative-Assistant.html?source=JRS
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POSITION AVAILABLE: PLACEMENT PRODUCTION ASSISTANT
Position Available: Placement Production Assistant
Location: Burning Man San Francisco office
** Please submit resume and cover letter by 10:00am on February 19th, 2013, using this link: http://blackrockcity.theresumator.com/apply/ODWr2e/Placement-Production-Assistant.html?source=JRS
JOB SUMMARY
The Placement Production Assistant will provide administrative support for the camp Placement process manager and volunteer team.
For comprehensive details on the duties and essential functions of this role, as well as a list of qualifications, please view the complete job listing here: http://blackrockcity.theresumator.com/apply/ODWr2e/Placement-Production-Assistant.html?source=JRS
This is a temporary position not eligible for benefits.
** Please submit resume and cover letter by 10:00am on February 19th, 2013, using this link: http://blackrockcity.theresumator.com/apply/ODWr2e/Placement-Production-Assistant.html?source=JRS
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BLACK ROCK SOLAR IS HIRING AN EDUCATION PROGRAM MANAGER
The good folks from Black Rock Solar write to let us know of an opening in their organization:
"Do you have a background in education and grant writing, a love for the environment and a fervent desire to enhance K-12 educational opportunities? Black Rock Solar is seeking a self-motivated, smart and dynamic Education Program Manager to help shape, implement and fund our growing education program. This is a full-time position in our Reno office. For more information and to apply, visit
http://www.blackrocksolar.org/about/work-for-black-rock-solar/ "
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RENT YOUR PLAYA BIKE FROM BLACK ROCK BICYCLES
Located just a few hours from the playa, Black Rock Bicycles of Reno is geared up earlier this year with rentals and affordable new and used cruisers. This Burners-owned and operated outfit comes highly recommended and they always sell out, so it's best to reserve a reliable and comfortable bike early. They also have bike supplies, such as lighting, baskets, bells, locks, and many other bike necessities. ALSO to help make the journey to the playa easier and stress free, their customers can ship their supplies to them 30 days prior to Burning Man, have it stored without charge, and pick the supplies up along with their bike on their way to the playa. Finally, they will also ship your supplies back to you after the burn for only the cost of the shipping (items must be boxed and ready to ship). Check out their website for contact information, reservations, and questions at www.blackrockbicycles.com
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"TRIBES OF BURNING MAN" TO BE TRANSLATED INTO FRENCH
We are everywhere, including French-speaking countries and Francophiles' bookshelves, apparently. Steve Jones writes to let us know:
"The Tribes of Burning Man: How an Experimental City in the Desert is Shaping the New American Counterculture, the 2011 book by Steven T. Jones (aka Scribe) chronicling the explosion of the Burner culture, will be translated into French.
Its publisher, CCC Publishing of San Francisco, signed a translation and distribution deal last week with Montreal-based publisher Éditions Octave that will make the French-version of the book available online and in bookstores throughout Canada, France, and Switzerland starting this summer.
Tribes includes embedded journalism with the Flaming Lotus Girls, Temple of Flux, Burners Without Borders, Opulent Temple, and other high-profile Burning Man tribes and extensive interviews with event founder Larry Harvey and other Burner luminaries from 2004 until the present, as the event reached the pinnacle of its popularity and cultural influence."
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CONNECTIVITY VS. IMMEDIACY
Halcyon is back, and sparking an interesting discussion on the tension between staying connected and staying CONNECTED on playa. What do you think? Is our hyper-connected technological culture threatening the immediacy we experience at Burning Man (and oh, how rare that is these days)? Add your thoughts on the Burning Blog:
http://blog.burningman.com/2013/02/technology/connectivity-vs-immediacy/
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BURNING MAN: INCENDIARY PERSON IN THE DESERT CARNIVAL REALM
Read (or listen as podcast) to Jonathan Zap's sometimes surreal narrative and psychoanalysis of Burning Man: Incendiary Person in the Desert Carnival Realm
http://www.zaporacle.com/incendiary-person-in-the-desert-carnival-realm/
(also published on Reality Sandwich)
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THE MOOP SONG FEATURING BUDDY CARROT
We don't even ... know ... what to say about this, except that this dude is AWESOME. Hear what may just be the best (!!) song ever written about Matter Out of Place (MOOP). And the bonus? It's a sing-along! Created by 2012 virgin Burner Shwaman Josh of The More Carrots (a Black Rock farmer'.s market in the French Quarter Village).
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gO20nLmeE1Q
This made our day. Thanks Buddy!
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PHOTO GALLERY FROM ROD HOEKSTRA
For the third year now, the Jackrabbit Speaks newsletter is proud to present Rod's amazing photos from Burning Man. His gallery can be found here:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/cookinghamus/sets/72157631703012223/
Enjoy!
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THE SS TITTYHAWK: AN *AIRCRAFT CARRIER* ART CAR FOR BURNING MAN
Holy. Crap. It is our duty as a community of like-minded individuals seeking to manifest and thoroughly enjoy the monstrously absurd to help make this happen. Right? Right. Tizzle writes:
"I had a vision one night on the Playa last year after an encounter with several random groups. I had an 8 person art car and a lot of people I taxied around said they could not get on the other big art cars. Well this kinda stinks because I had the same thing happen my first year on the Playa too. This vision involves a bus, tons of lumber, metal, welding, paint, and all to make a LARGE CARGO area called a flight deck. We are building an Aircraft Carrier Art Car for Burning Man 2013 and we need your help!
Please Donate!
http://www.indiegogo.com/projects/ss-tittyhawk-of-brc?c=home
Join the Flight Crew
https://www.facebook.com/pages/SS-Tittyhawk/348367005260285
SS Tittyhawk
http://www.sstittyhawk.com/ "
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HELP THE IMAGINATION MACHINE RETURN TO THE PLAYA
James of The F*cking Unicorns crew writes:
"Two years ago we embarked on a journey to create something big for for the Burning Man community. We built the Imagination Machine; a huge double rainbow, with 7,000 programmable LEDs, a mobile aerial rig, glowing clouds and a spacious raised dance platform with one of the best views on the playa.
Now we want to ensure the Imagination Machine is something you see on the playa year after year. The current vehicle is in need of some basic repairs. A new transmission and some work on the suspension will get us back to Apogaea (the Colorado Regional) and Burning Man in 2013. A new base vehicle will bring the magic back in following years, and give us room to expand and grow.
We've got big ideas, and we've proven we can pull them off. But big things cost money. The Unicorns never raise funds to buy personal or camp infrastructure. Every dollar goes back to the community, and this kickstarter is no different.
Long term, We've got big ideas, and the newer, bigger vehicle is where it all starts.
http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1554537122/the-imagination-machine-f-king-unicorn-art-car
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THE MUSTACHE RIDE!
This was really too good to NOT pass on to you ... Brie writes:
"Ride the Giant Mustache !!! An interactive art project destined for Burning Man 2013. Submit your picture for a place in history. Please help support the Mustache! Visit our Website : www.RideMyStache.com or Check out our YouTube Video.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wIxGyQsFcbQ "
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BURNAL EQUINOX - SAN FRANCISCO, CA - MARCH 2
Awww yeah ... details are up for the Burnal Equinox celebration in San Francisco, including the (pretty dang rad) theme. Get on your horse, people!
http://bit.ly/YTmuko
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PLANTS ON THE PLAYA! COOL, RIGHT? WRONG.
Take a good look around the Black Rock Desert the next time you're there. Do you see any flora? Uhhhh no. This might be your first clue that the desert is no place for plants. The high desert will suck the life out of your plants and dry them out before you can say "flores es pulchellus".
Then guess what happens? They fall apart and blow away in the next gust of wind that hits your camp. Instant MOOP. Or the pot tips over, and boom, you've got a pile of dirt to scoop up. So not worth it.
The solution? Fake plants, of course. Their kitch is the perfect touch for the playa, and your plants huddled safely back at home will thank you. And this, friends, is why live plants are not allowed through the Gate to Black Rock City. The end.
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The Burning Man Regional Network - connect with Burners in your hometown:
http://regionals.burningman.com
Visit our own Lyceum and engage with published authors, bloggers and thinkers in and around the Burning Man community as they observe and comment on our culture and like-minded cultures around the world:
http://blog.burningman.com
The Official Burning Man Facebook Page:
http://www.facebook.com/burningman
Official Burning Man Twitter Account - All Things Burning Man:
http://www.twitter.com/burningman
Black Rock City Twitter Account - All Things BRC:
http://www.twitter.com/blackrockcity
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[BManUpdate] V17:#13:2.4.13
Burning Man Update: The Jack Rabbit Speaks
Volume 17, Issue #13
February 4, 2013
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INTRODUCTION
LATEST NEWS:
+ PRE-REGISTER FOR THE BURNING MAN 2013 INDIVIDUAL TICKET SALE
+ FOR TICKETING NEWS & INFO FOLLOW @BMANTICKETS
+ REMEMBRANCE PLAQUE OF NAMES OF BURNERS LOST: 2012-2013
ROUND-UP OF BURNING MAN WRITINGS:
+ BRC CENSUS - WERE YOU COUNTED?
+ HARLAN GRUBER INTERVIEWED IN IGNITE.ME
+ IS VANDALIZING ART ALSO ART?
PHOTOS, VIDEO & AUDIO:
+ 24 HOURS OF BURNING MAN -- WHY THE NOSE?
+ 2012 PHOTO GALLERY FROM ALES
+ CAMP UP BUILDS A CLIMBING WALL AT BURNING MAN
PARTICIPATE:
+ HELP CREATE INSPIRING GRAPHIC DESIGN FOR BURNING MAN!
+ SHARE THE LOVE: VALENTINE CARD CRAFTING FROM HOME
+ GET YOUR HAM RADIO LICENSE IN JUST ONE DAY
+ FRENCH QUARTER VOODOO SHOP SEEKING REPUTABLE READERS & PSYCHICS
SUPPORT A PROJECT:
+ THE BAY LIGHTS: BE BRILLIANT ON VALENTINE'S DAY!
EVENTS AND HAPPENINGS:
+ BURNERS WITHOUT BORDERS TELE-SALON: SANDY RELIEF UPDATE - FEBRUARY 7TH
+ BURNAL EQUINOX - SAN FRANCISCO, CA - MARCH 2
BLACK ROCK CITY CIVICS
+ CARRY A CUP!
CONNECT WITH BURNING MAN:
+ Burning Man on your favorite social networks
ADMINISTERRATA:
+ Want to unsubscribe from the JRS? Really? OK, here's how: http://bit.ly/nxU8Gz
+ Submit a post request to the Jackrabbit: http://bit.ly/jrspostrequest
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Heya kids! The pre-registration period for the Burning Man 2013 Individual Ticket Sale starts THIS Wednesday, February 6th at 12pm (noon) PST and runs through Sunday, February 10th at 12pm (noon) PST. Pre-registering will give you access to the sale NEXT Wednesday, February 13th (starting at 12pm PST). The Individual Sale will make 40,000 tickets available to those who are pre-registered on a first-come, first-served basis. Don't miss out! See below for details on how to pre-register.
Oh! And if you're on that Twitter thing, follow @bmantickets to keep up on all the latest news and information about Burning Man tickets.
And as we move into February, you'll notice in this JRS that we're starting to look up at the rapidly-increasing slope of dynamic activity that will soon take us into full-blown Burning Man season ... which, admit it, is very much a thing.
The Man burns in 208 days! But don't let that stop you from getting your gears turning now!
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PRE-REGISTER FOR THE BURNING MAN 2013 INDIVIDUAL TICKET SALE
To access the first-come first-served Individual Ticket Sale on February 13, you MUST pre-register between Wednesday, February 6th (at noon PST) and Sunday, February 10th (at noon PST).
To pre-register, go to http://profiles.burningman.com and follow the instructions.
Within 36 hours, you will receive a confirmation email containing a link to access the sale and your verification Passcode.
To access the ticket sale on Wednesday, February 13th (starting at noon PST), click the link in your confirmation email OR go tohttp://tickets.burningman.com and enter your verification Passcode.
Full information about Burning Man ticketing can be found on our ticket page (http://tickets.burningman.com). If you have further questions about Burning Man ticketing, please see our FAQ (http://tickets2.burningman.com/faq.php) or visit our interactive online support forums (https://ticketsupport.burningman.com/forums).
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FOR TICKETING NEWS & INFO FOLLOW @BMANTICKETS
Are you on Twitter? Cool. Well, to keep up with the latest news and information on Burning Man ticket sales, follow @bmantickets.
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REMEMBRANCE PLAQUE OF NAMES OF BURNERS LOST: 2012-2013
Each year since 1996, an anonymous Burner has created a plaque to commemorate members of our community who have passed away the previous year. This tradition honors those people who have participated in creating Burning Man and affected our Burning experiences. This is a call out to you, our community, to please let us know of any Burners lost in the last year whose names you feel should be added to this year's Remembrance Plaque.
Please send only their name, exactly as you would like to see it appear, to this address:
remembrance@burningman.com
(**please DO NOT HIT REPLY to this newsletter to submit a name.)
Submissions must be received by July 20th to be included on this year's plaque. Submissions after the 20th will be added to next year's plaque.
Look for the completed plaque at the base of the Man. (Important note: the plaque is displayed at the Manbase, not the Temple, where more elaborate and personal memorials are created by participants).
May their spirits move on to the eternal playa!
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BRC CENSUS - WERE YOU COUNTED?
This year we expanded our Black Rock City Census project to include data collection from a randomized sample, which was a first for us. Why, you ask? Learn more in the Burning Blog:
http://bit.ly/11L2MY5
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HARLAN GRUBER INTERVIEWED IN IGNITE.ME
Long-time Burning Man artist Harlan Gruber (known for his amazing hyper-geometric portal sculptures ... http://bit.ly/11KStTR) was interviewed by a new online magazine called Ignite.me. Enjoy:
http://ignite.me/artist-interviews/artist-interview-with-burning-man-pioneer-harlan-emil-gruber/
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IS VANDALIZING ART ALSO ART?
An interesting conversation is developing around the perennial question of where the definition of radical self-expression starts and stops ... join the dialog on the Burning Blog:
http://bit.ly/11L3gxk
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24 HOURS OF BURNING MAN -- WHY THE NOSE?
Mark Day writes:
"I went to Burning Man 2012 for 24 hours. It was a last-minute decision and when I knew I was really going for 'the day' I tried as much as possible to leave 24 hours after I arrived, to give myself more of an 'I have a project' theme. I was there on Friday, which meant dealing with what I was told was the worst night time weather. I don't recommend going for a day, but it's more fun than not going.....while there, I made this video (the second I've made on-playa for the Why the Nose project):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H0LE_rYj05w
I documented the whole 24 hour experience here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPFoi1Sapgw
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2012 PHOTO GALLERY FROM ALES
Ales is a member of Burning Man's official documentation team, and sure does know his way around a camera. Check out his fantastic gallery from Burning Man 2012:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/colorstream/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/colorstream/sets/72157631749610159/
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CAMP UP BUILDS A CLIMBING WALL AT BURNING MAN
Spenser writes:
"In 2011, four climbers built a 14 foot tall, 26 foot wide climbing wall and brought it out to Black Rock City. We are Camp UP, and we put together a little video and article about our time at the 4:30 plaza. Shout outs to our neighbors at Rapper's Delight and Camp Do Nothing, and a big thanks to everyone who donated money, gear, or encouragement. What a year...
http://bit.ly/11L8VTT "
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HELP CREATE INSPIRING GRAPHIC DESIGN FOR BURNING MAN!
Have you always wanted to have a design considered for an official Burning Man project, but didn't know how? Have you been dying to share your deep love of typography and clean design with the larger Burning Man community? Well, this is your big chance! We're currently seeking contact with new designers for our design pool. So if you're an experienced graphic designer brimming with creative, amazing ideas who is comfortable working with illustration and photograph and is also savvy in setting up files for press, get in touch with us! (If you've previously sent us your info you do not need to re-submit unless your portfolio has changed dramatically.) Here's how:
- send an email to design@burningman.com and include a link where we can view samples of your work,
- or if your pieces aren't online, you are also welcome to send samples to us in the mail (include a self-addressed, stamped envelope if you need your
items returned to you.) Mail can be sent to Burning Man, Attn: Design, PO Box 884688, San Francisco, CA 94188-4688
- Please indicate what types of projects you like to work on best, and what you feel are your design strengths.
We have several projects throughout the year for which we have calls for submissions, and we'd love to include you for consideration.
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SHARE THE LOVE: VALENTINE CARD CRAFTING FROM HOME
You don't need to play Cupid, just put on your best cherub smile and help us craft some Valentine's Day Cards. On Valentine's Day, February 14th, the Burning Man Project will join the Glide Foundation in San Francisco by helping to serve dinner to over 700 guests on this happiest of hearts day! Not only will we help serve the meal, but leading up to it, we will craft the LOVEliest valentines to give to diners.
Would You Like to Participate by Making Some Valentine Cards?
That is about 750 Valentine cards. We are going to makes some of those cards at Burning Man Headquarters, but if you do not live close enough to participate in our craft evenings, you are welcome to make some from the comfort of your home. Please contact RebeccaZito@burningmanproject.org for details about crafting the Valentines.
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GET YOUR HAM RADIO LICENSE IN JUST ONE DAY
Communication on the playa at Burning Man can be challenging. FRS radios, while cheap, have limited range and their channels get clogged. Not so with ham radio! The channels are clear and coverage out in the desert is excellent.
"But don't you need a license for ham radio?" You do. But you can get your license in just one day -- it's easy and it costs just $15. The non-profit Black Rock Amateur Radio Association will be teaching a "ham cram" and then giving a license exam on Sunday, March 17, in San Francisco. This is the perfect opportunity to become part of a fun and interesting hobby and improve your camp's communications situation at the same time.
For details please see http://cq-blackrock.org/hamcram-2013.php. Important: you must sign up in advance at http://cq-blackrock.org/signup.php. Questions? Email hamcram@cq-blackrock.org.
[Editor's Note: Speaking of which, Burning Man has its own email list for HAMs to coordinate their activities on playa, and for general radio related geeking. Subscribe by sending an email to: burningham-list-subscribe@burningman.com ]
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FRENCH QUARTER VOODOO SHOP SEEKING REPUTABLE READERS & PSYCHICS
Chakra Khan writes [Editor's Note: Wouldn't these psychics already know of the opportunity? Just sayin'.]:
"The Botanica Bodhi Manman Nan Bejeezus located in the heart of the historic French Quarter is seeking reputable and experienced qualified psyhics and readers. Readers must have a thourough working knowledge of tarot. Psyhics who do cold readings without tools please be prepared to offer a cold phone reading. Please make an inquiry to Chakra Khan with your occult/esoteric experience, knowledge and interest. The Botanika is a small intimate camp of mystics and seers. Early application is essential as space is extraordinarly limited to 13 souls, we are half full already.
email: FQchakrakhan@gmail.com
Please haunt our Facebook page if you are interested in learning more. https://www.facebook.com/botanicabejeezus
Chakra Khan"
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THE BAY LIGHTS: BE BRILLIANT ON VALENTINE'S DAY!
The folks over at The (amazing) Bay Lights Project write:
"Surprise your Valentine with the most unique and romantic gift of the year -personalize one or more lights in the dazzling light sculpture The Bay Lights and celebrate your favorite person, group or cause. What better way to say "You light up my life" than with the Gift of Light? gift.thebaylights.org You choose and name one or more lights in The Bay Lights digital display, and add a photo and message that will shine for two years! Up the enticement with an elegant commemorative card or get the ultimate Gift of Light with card and handcrafted aluminum sculpture.
And don't forget to make a date for The Bay Lights March 5 Grand Lighting at 9 PM when the San Francisco Bay Bridge transforms into a stunning illuminated canvas by internationally renowned artist Leo Villareal. Live online streaming of grand lighting activities starts at 8:30 PM PST at www.thebaylights.org.
http://gift.thebaylights.org "
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BURNERS WITHOUT BORDERS TELE-SALON: SANDY RELIEF UPDATE - FEBRUARY 7TH
Christopher writes:
"Join us for our next BWB Tele-Salon on Feb 7th, which will feature the Hurricane Sandy Relief Crew that has been working since the storm hit on the east coast in Union Beach, New Jersey. Brenda Zimmerman, Michael Craddock, and Jovia Nierenberg will speak to us about their background, the scope of their current project, and recount their personal stories of their specific roles in assisting homeowners after the disaster.This Salon will have a strong focus on Q&A, so please come with any questions you might have about the project and the team!
Call begins at 7pm CST, 8pm EST, 5pm PT.
Call in Number (USA)- +1 209 255 1000
Participant code- 410006
To check out last month's Tele-Salon Audio with Ryan 'Searchl1te' Keesling about the 'Free Write Jail Arts Program' and the 'School to Prison Pipeline' listen in or download for free here on soundcloud:
https://soundcloud.com/burners-without-borders/bwb-tele-salon-november-2012 "
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BURNAL EQUINOX - SAN FRANCISCO, CA - MARCH 2
The Burnal Equinox marks the midway point between Burns, and offers an opportunity to celebrate together in the spirit of Burning Man. And so we shall, on March 2nd at Public Works in San Francisco. We'll have more information to come, but in the meantime, here's the Burnal Equinox 2013 event page on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/events/386259321470536/
AND a sharable version of the poster:
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=483108308412197
Hope to see you there! Not in San Francisco? Planning on celebrating in your own way? Let us know what you do!
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CARRY A CUP!
Veteran Burners will tell you it's good practice to carry a cup wherever you go on playa ... the ones that somehow clip to your pack or your person (or your piercing? ew.) are particularly handy, as are the military-style ones that fold down to barely nothin'. Why? We're a gift economy, and odds are extraordinarily high that if you're cruising Black Rock City, *somebody's* going to offer you a drink at some point ... and if you've got your cup in hand, you'll be ready.
It's also good form to not use the cups at camps you visit, leaving THEM to deal with the resulting washing-up or MOOP. People will love you for being so thoughtful, and your thirst will be handled. Win win.
(Of course, it's the environmentally friendly way to go too, but you knew that part.)
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The Burning Man Regional Network - connect with Burners in your hometown:
http://regionals.burningman.com
Visit our own Lyceum and engage with published authors, bloggers and thinkers in and around the Burning Man community as they observe and comment on our culture and like-minded cultures around the world:
http://blog.burningman.com
The Official Burning Man Facebook Page:
http://www.facebook.com/burningman
Official Burning Man Twitter Account - All Things Burning Man:
http://www.twitter.com/burningman
Black Rock City Twitter Account - All Things BRC:
http://www.twitter.com/blackrockcity
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Volume 17, Issue #13
February 4, 2013
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INTRODUCTION
LATEST NEWS:
+ PRE-REGISTER FOR THE BURNING MAN 2013 INDIVIDUAL TICKET SALE
+ FOR TICKETING NEWS & INFO FOLLOW @BMANTICKETS
+ REMEMBRANCE PLAQUE OF NAMES OF BURNERS LOST: 2012-2013
ROUND-UP OF BURNING MAN WRITINGS:
+ BRC CENSUS - WERE YOU COUNTED?
+ HARLAN GRUBER INTERVIEWED IN IGNITE.ME
+ IS VANDALIZING ART ALSO ART?
PHOTOS, VIDEO & AUDIO:
+ 24 HOURS OF BURNING MAN -- WHY THE NOSE?
+ 2012 PHOTO GALLERY FROM ALES
+ CAMP UP BUILDS A CLIMBING WALL AT BURNING MAN
PARTICIPATE:
+ HELP CREATE INSPIRING GRAPHIC DESIGN FOR BURNING MAN!
+ SHARE THE LOVE: VALENTINE CARD CRAFTING FROM HOME
+ GET YOUR HAM RADIO LICENSE IN JUST ONE DAY
+ FRENCH QUARTER VOODOO SHOP SEEKING REPUTABLE READERS & PSYCHICS
SUPPORT A PROJECT:
+ THE BAY LIGHTS: BE BRILLIANT ON VALENTINE'S DAY!
EVENTS AND HAPPENINGS:
+ BURNERS WITHOUT BORDERS TELE-SALON: SANDY RELIEF UPDATE - FEBRUARY 7TH
+ BURNAL EQUINOX - SAN FRANCISCO, CA - MARCH 2
BLACK ROCK CITY CIVICS
+ CARRY A CUP!
CONNECT WITH BURNING MAN:
+ Burning Man on your favorite social networks
ADMINISTERRATA:
+ Want to unsubscribe from the JRS? Really? OK, here's how: http://bit.ly/nxU8Gz
+ Submit a post request to the Jackrabbit: http://bit.ly/jrspostrequest
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Heya kids! The pre-registration period for the Burning Man 2013 Individual Ticket Sale starts THIS Wednesday, February 6th at 12pm (noon) PST and runs through Sunday, February 10th at 12pm (noon) PST. Pre-registering will give you access to the sale NEXT Wednesday, February 13th (starting at 12pm PST). The Individual Sale will make 40,000 tickets available to those who are pre-registered on a first-come, first-served basis. Don't miss out! See below for details on how to pre-register.
Oh! And if you're on that Twitter thing, follow @bmantickets to keep up on all the latest news and information about Burning Man tickets.
And as we move into February, you'll notice in this JRS that we're starting to look up at the rapidly-increasing slope of dynamic activity that will soon take us into full-blown Burning Man season ... which, admit it, is very much a thing.
The Man burns in 208 days! But don't let that stop you from getting your gears turning now!
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To access the first-come first-served Individual Ticket Sale on February 13, you MUST pre-register between Wednesday, February 6th (at noon PST) and Sunday, February 10th (at noon PST).
To pre-register, go to http://profiles.burningman.com and follow the instructions.
Within 36 hours, you will receive a confirmation email containing a link to access the sale and your verification Passcode.
To access the ticket sale on Wednesday, February 13th (starting at noon PST), click the link in your confirmation email OR go tohttp://tickets.burningman.com and enter your verification Passcode.
Full information about Burning Man ticketing can be found on our ticket page (http://tickets.burningman.com). If you have further questions about Burning Man ticketing, please see our FAQ (http://tickets2.burningman.com/faq.php) or visit our interactive online support forums (https://ticketsupport.burningman.com/forums).
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FOR TICKETING NEWS & INFO FOLLOW @BMANTICKETS
Are you on Twitter? Cool. Well, to keep up with the latest news and information on Burning Man ticket sales, follow @bmantickets.
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REMEMBRANCE PLAQUE OF NAMES OF BURNERS LOST: 2012-2013
Each year since 1996, an anonymous Burner has created a plaque to commemorate members of our community who have passed away the previous year. This tradition honors those people who have participated in creating Burning Man and affected our Burning experiences. This is a call out to you, our community, to please let us know of any Burners lost in the last year whose names you feel should be added to this year's Remembrance Plaque.
Please send only their name, exactly as you would like to see it appear, to this address:
remembrance@burningman.com
(**please DO NOT HIT REPLY to this newsletter to submit a name.)
Submissions must be received by July 20th to be included on this year's plaque. Submissions after the 20th will be added to next year's plaque.
Look for the completed plaque at the base of the Man. (Important note: the plaque is displayed at the Manbase, not the Temple, where more elaborate and personal memorials are created by participants).
May their spirits move on to the eternal playa!
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BRC CENSUS - WERE YOU COUNTED?
This year we expanded our Black Rock City Census project to include data collection from a randomized sample, which was a first for us. Why, you ask? Learn more in the Burning Blog:
http://bit.ly/11L2MY5
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HARLAN GRUBER INTERVIEWED IN IGNITE.ME
Long-time Burning Man artist Harlan Gruber (known for his amazing hyper-geometric portal sculptures ... http://bit.ly/11KStTR) was interviewed by a new online magazine called Ignite.me. Enjoy:
http://ignite.me/artist-interviews/artist-interview-with-burning-man-pioneer-harlan-emil-gruber/
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IS VANDALIZING ART ALSO ART?
An interesting conversation is developing around the perennial question of where the definition of radical self-expression starts and stops ... join the dialog on the Burning Blog:
http://bit.ly/11L3gxk
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24 HOURS OF BURNING MAN -- WHY THE NOSE?
Mark Day writes:
"I went to Burning Man 2012 for 24 hours. It was a last-minute decision and when I knew I was really going for 'the day' I tried as much as possible to leave 24 hours after I arrived, to give myself more of an 'I have a project' theme. I was there on Friday, which meant dealing with what I was told was the worst night time weather. I don't recommend going for a day, but it's more fun than not going.....while there, I made this video (the second I've made on-playa for the Why the Nose project):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H0LE_rYj05w
I documented the whole 24 hour experience here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPFoi1Sapgw
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2012 PHOTO GALLERY FROM ALES
Ales is a member of Burning Man's official documentation team, and sure does know his way around a camera. Check out his fantastic gallery from Burning Man 2012:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/colorstream/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/colorstream/sets/72157631749610159/
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CAMP UP BUILDS A CLIMBING WALL AT BURNING MAN
Spenser writes:
"In 2011, four climbers built a 14 foot tall, 26 foot wide climbing wall and brought it out to Black Rock City. We are Camp UP, and we put together a little video and article about our time at the 4:30 plaza. Shout outs to our neighbors at Rapper's Delight and Camp Do Nothing, and a big thanks to everyone who donated money, gear, or encouragement. What a year...
http://bit.ly/11L8VTT "
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HELP CREATE INSPIRING GRAPHIC DESIGN FOR BURNING MAN!
Have you always wanted to have a design considered for an official Burning Man project, but didn't know how? Have you been dying to share your deep love of typography and clean design with the larger Burning Man community? Well, this is your big chance! We're currently seeking contact with new designers for our design pool. So if you're an experienced graphic designer brimming with creative, amazing ideas who is comfortable working with illustration and photograph and is also savvy in setting up files for press, get in touch with us! (If you've previously sent us your info you do not need to re-submit unless your portfolio has changed dramatically.) Here's how:
- send an email to design@burningman.com and include a link where we can view samples of your work,
- or if your pieces aren't online, you are also welcome to send samples to us in the mail (include a self-addressed, stamped envelope if you need your
items returned to you.) Mail can be sent to Burning Man, Attn: Design, PO Box 884688, San Francisco, CA 94188-4688
- Please indicate what types of projects you like to work on best, and what you feel are your design strengths.
We have several projects throughout the year for which we have calls for submissions, and we'd love to include you for consideration.
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SHARE THE LOVE: VALENTINE CARD CRAFTING FROM HOME
You don't need to play Cupid, just put on your best cherub smile and help us craft some Valentine's Day Cards. On Valentine's Day, February 14th, the Burning Man Project will join the Glide Foundation in San Francisco by helping to serve dinner to over 700 guests on this happiest of hearts day! Not only will we help serve the meal, but leading up to it, we will craft the LOVEliest valentines to give to diners.
Would You Like to Participate by Making Some Valentine Cards?
That is about 750 Valentine cards. We are going to makes some of those cards at Burning Man Headquarters, but if you do not live close enough to participate in our craft evenings, you are welcome to make some from the comfort of your home. Please contact RebeccaZito@burningmanproject.org for details about crafting the Valentines.
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GET YOUR HAM RADIO LICENSE IN JUST ONE DAY
Communication on the playa at Burning Man can be challenging. FRS radios, while cheap, have limited range and their channels get clogged. Not so with ham radio! The channels are clear and coverage out in the desert is excellent.
"But don't you need a license for ham radio?" You do. But you can get your license in just one day -- it's easy and it costs just $15. The non-profit Black Rock Amateur Radio Association will be teaching a "ham cram" and then giving a license exam on Sunday, March 17, in San Francisco. This is the perfect opportunity to become part of a fun and interesting hobby and improve your camp's communications situation at the same time.
For details please see http://cq-blackrock.org/hamcram-2013.php. Important: you must sign up in advance at http://cq-blackrock.org/signup.php. Questions? Email hamcram@cq-blackrock.org.
[Editor's Note: Speaking of which, Burning Man has its own email list for HAMs to coordinate their activities on playa, and for general radio related geeking. Subscribe by sending an email to: burningham-list-subscribe@burningman.com ]
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FRENCH QUARTER VOODOO SHOP SEEKING REPUTABLE READERS & PSYCHICS
Chakra Khan writes [Editor's Note: Wouldn't these psychics already know of the opportunity? Just sayin'.]:
"The Botanica Bodhi Manman Nan Bejeezus located in the heart of the historic French Quarter is seeking reputable and experienced qualified psyhics and readers. Readers must have a thourough working knowledge of tarot. Psyhics who do cold readings without tools please be prepared to offer a cold phone reading. Please make an inquiry to Chakra Khan with your occult/esoteric experience, knowledge and interest. The Botanika is a small intimate camp of mystics and seers. Early application is essential as space is extraordinarly limited to 13 souls, we are half full already.
email: FQchakrakhan@gmail.com
Please haunt our Facebook page if you are interested in learning more. https://www.facebook.com/botanicabejeezus
Chakra Khan"
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THE BAY LIGHTS: BE BRILLIANT ON VALENTINE'S DAY!
The folks over at The (amazing) Bay Lights Project write:
"Surprise your Valentine with the most unique and romantic gift of the year -personalize one or more lights in the dazzling light sculpture The Bay Lights and celebrate your favorite person, group or cause. What better way to say "You light up my life" than with the Gift of Light? gift.thebaylights.org You choose and name one or more lights in The Bay Lights digital display, and add a photo and message that will shine for two years! Up the enticement with an elegant commemorative card or get the ultimate Gift of Light with card and handcrafted aluminum sculpture.
And don't forget to make a date for The Bay Lights March 5 Grand Lighting at 9 PM when the San Francisco Bay Bridge transforms into a stunning illuminated canvas by internationally renowned artist Leo Villareal. Live online streaming of grand lighting activities starts at 8:30 PM PST at www.thebaylights.org.
http://gift.thebaylights.org "
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BURNERS WITHOUT BORDERS TELE-SALON: SANDY RELIEF UPDATE - FEBRUARY 7TH
Christopher writes:
"Join us for our next BWB Tele-Salon on Feb 7th, which will feature the Hurricane Sandy Relief Crew that has been working since the storm hit on the east coast in Union Beach, New Jersey. Brenda Zimmerman, Michael Craddock, and Jovia Nierenberg will speak to us about their background, the scope of their current project, and recount their personal stories of their specific roles in assisting homeowners after the disaster.This Salon will have a strong focus on Q&A, so please come with any questions you might have about the project and the team!
Call begins at 7pm CST, 8pm EST, 5pm PT.
Call in Number (USA)- +1 209 255 1000
Participant code- 410006
To check out last month's Tele-Salon Audio with Ryan 'Searchl1te' Keesling about the 'Free Write Jail Arts Program' and the 'School to Prison Pipeline' listen in or download for free here on soundcloud:
https://soundcloud.com/burners-without-borders/bwb-tele-salon-november-2012 "
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BURNAL EQUINOX - SAN FRANCISCO, CA - MARCH 2
The Burnal Equinox marks the midway point between Burns, and offers an opportunity to celebrate together in the spirit of Burning Man. And so we shall, on March 2nd at Public Works in San Francisco. We'll have more information to come, but in the meantime, here's the Burnal Equinox 2013 event page on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/events/386259321470536/
AND a sharable version of the poster:
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=483108308412197
Hope to see you there! Not in San Francisco? Planning on celebrating in your own way? Let us know what you do!
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CARRY A CUP!
Veteran Burners will tell you it's good practice to carry a cup wherever you go on playa ... the ones that somehow clip to your pack or your person (or your piercing? ew.) are particularly handy, as are the military-style ones that fold down to barely nothin'. Why? We're a gift economy, and odds are extraordinarily high that if you're cruising Black Rock City, *somebody's* going to offer you a drink at some point ... and if you've got your cup in hand, you'll be ready.
It's also good form to not use the cups at camps you visit, leaving THEM to deal with the resulting washing-up or MOOP. People will love you for being so thoughtful, and your thirst will be handled. Win win.
(Of course, it's the environmentally friendly way to go too, but you knew that part.)
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The Burning Man Regional Network - connect with Burners in your hometown:
http://regionals.burningman.com
Visit our own Lyceum and engage with published authors, bloggers and thinkers in and around the Burning Man community as they observe and comment on our culture and like-minded cultures around the world:
http://blog.burningman.com
The Official Burning Man Facebook Page:
http://www.facebook.com/burningman
Official Burning Man Twitter Account - All Things Burning Man:
http://www.twitter.com/burningman
Black Rock City Twitter Account - All Things BRC:
http://www.twitter.com/blackrockcity
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