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Volume 21, Issue #9 | January 31, 2017 
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ROUND-UP OF BURNING MAN WRITINGS:
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GET ME OFF THIS CRAZY RIDE!
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Hey there, citizens. Hope you’re hanging in there. Welcome to the last JRS of the first 1/12th of 2017. How ’bout a dose of inspiration amidst whatever kind of crazy the internet will bring us today?
In this issue, we have Larry Harvey’s opening essay in the Radical Ritual series. Wanna know what Larry says when he’s asked to speak in a church? You’ll get that below.
Plus, we’ve got Regional activities galore, the return of the Accuracy Third podcast, a stunning exhibit of Burning Man Jewelry curated by LadyBee, and a round-up/reading list of books that relate to the 10 Principles.
Yes, that’s a lot to fit into your brain. You’ll be all right. Get crackin’.
The Man burns in 214 days.
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Radical Ritual: Spirit and Soul
Larry Harvey writes:
“Our art theme in 2017 is Radical Ritual. This leads to an obvious question: Just what is so radical about ritual? The word radical occurs three times in the Ten Principles, and most people regard this as referring to a breaking of boundaries and a shedding of restrictions. But radical has a second meaning: It refers to all that is fixed and fundamental in human nature.
I will begin this examination of meaning and experience in ritual with a simple rubric: spirit flies abroad and soul remains at home.”
Read more in the Burning Man Journal
(Photo: Lamplighters approach the Temple of Transition by International Arts Megacrew [2011], photo by Philip Safarik
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Kiwiburn Rises
James Baker of the Wanganui Chronicle writes from Kiwiburn, New Zealand’s Regional Event:
“A sign on the road reads ‘we’re trying to start a community of anarchists, but please obey the rules.’
As we drive over the hill a city of tents in various stages of construction comes into view. ‘It’s a shame you couldn’t come tomorrow, that’s when things pick up,’ says Shelley.
This year 1600 people have come, up another hundred from the year before.”
Read more in The Country
(Photo by Bevan Conley)
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Burning Reads: Set Your Mind on Fire
Mia Quagliarello writes:
“No doubt it’s important to read. The right books can help us understand the world a little better, create empathy and compassion, and let our minds fly freely.
But what are some good reads for Burners, specifically?
With hopes of some serious mind-expansion in 2017, we posed this question to the Burning Man community: that is, what book would you recommend that relates to the 10 Principles and why? Over 40 other people chimed in with their picks.”
Read more in the Burning Man Journal
(Photo: Library of Babel by Warrick Macmillan, photo by Alena Bolshakova)
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Accuracy Third Podcast Returns
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Accuracy Third are the purveyors of last year’s Unofficial Burning Man Audio Survival Guide, and they’re back for more. They write:
“The Accuracy Third podcast is back with a second season of stories from Black Rock City. Join Rex, D-Day, & Beth for stories from the individuals who make Burning Man happen, Theme Camp implosions, and so much grand failed art.”
S02 E01 - The Volare
For those who know The Volare, neither it nor its owner need any introduction. For those who don’t, The Volare is Black Rock City’s very own Batmobile/Chitty Chitty Bang Bang hybrid, and Coyote is its Dr. Frankenstein, as well as the superintendent of Black Rock City. He’s the man behind the men and women of DPW, the author of Coyote Nose: Tales of the Early Desert Carnies of Burning Man, and an honest to goodness legend of the playa, depending on who you talk to (D-Day & Rex talked to Coyote.)
S02 E02 - Illumination, Navigation, and Celebration
They are the guardians of one of the longest running continuous rituals of Black Rock City. The Lamplighters bring light to the playa, as well as their legendary 21-hour-a-day bar. Learn about how to volunteer for the Man, the parties they don’t throw anymore and why, different uses for the Temple, and everything you didn't know about the rich history of the Lamplighters told to you by one of their own, a delightful man named Moonbeam. There’s a lot about lanterns in this episode, though you’ll find that D-Day and Rex can’t manage to describe one.
S03 E03 - Is it your story?
It could be! Send your story ideas to accuracythird@gmail.com, or find us on the social internets! Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, or review us wherever you get your podcasts.
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Return to the Playa
Tom Stahl writes:
“In 2016, I returned to Burning Man after a two-year absence while living in Spain. I was blown away by the quality of the art and by the amazing light. I spent a lot of time out on the edge of the playa. This is a collection of my favorite images, along with some from previous years.”
Check out the gallery
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Remembrance Plaque of Burners Lost 2016-2017
Terry “Retro” Schoop writes:
“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 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, using this form. (Please do not hit reply to this newsletter to submit a name.)
Submissions must be received by July 20 to be included on this year's plaque. Submissions after July 20 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 Man Base, 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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Mobility Camp: Support Wheels on the Playa
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Rat Lady writes:
“Mobility Camp has been a fixture in Center Camp Plaza for many years, but if you haven’t needed our help, you may never have noticed us. We supply services for the Mobility Impaired at the Burn. We have tours on our accessible Dragonfly and trailer four times most days starting at 5:45 am — yup, you heard that right, the first one heads out at 5:45 am! While you are at our camp, try out our obstacle courses! One in a wheelchair and one on crutches!
We also supply equipment, like crutches, walkers, knee scooters and wheelchairs for the ‘Walking Wounded’, folks who were not impaired before the Burn. (Some of those pesky failure-to-fly injuries.) But we always run out of wheelchairs with footrests.
Here’s where you come in! If you see a folding wheelchair, with footrests, at a yard sale, thrift store, a friends’ house collecting dust, please bring it to the Burn and drop it at our camp! It is important that it folds (so we can store and transport it) and that it has footrests (so injured feet don’t just dangle...ouch!).
Find us on our website and our Facebook page. If you know someone who thinks they can’t come to the Burn because of limitations, have them look on our website for tips on how to make it work! Radical Inclusion by Radical Accessibility!
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Playa Made: Jewelry of Burning Man at the Fuller Craft Museum
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What an amazing collection! LadyBee writes:
“I’m pleased to announce the exhibit, ‘Playa Made: The Jewelry of Burning Man’ at the Fuller Craft Museum near Boston, opening on February 11 and up through June 4.
As guest curator, I selected 175 pieces from my 22-year collection; the exhibit also includes ten photographs by George Post, a large satellite photo of BRC, and a 7’ tall Mini Man, being constructed by a class at Artisan’s Asylum maker space in Boston. Our book, Jewelry of Burning Man, will accompany the exhibit. We’re expecting a big turnout from the Boston and NYC Regionals.
Beth McLaughlin, the Fuller curator, writes:
‘In 23 years of working in the fine arts and museum fields, I’ve seldom encountered a project that tells a meaningful story in such an engaging way. The powerful ways in which the Burning Man ethos is embedded in jewelry-making — both on and off the playa — go well beyond the typical vernacular of contemporary craft. The objects in ‘Playa Made’ transcend traditional studio-based craft practice and expand the act of making into unconditional acceptance, freedom of expression, and a value system based on generosity of spirit rather than market valuation — all merits that are important to bring to the public at this critical moment.’”
More info on the Fuller Craft Museum website
(Photo: Kenn Kushner, BRC map pendant, 2013)
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Saguaro Man: An Arizona Regional Burn — Snowflake, AZ — Apr 26–30
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Where: Double Dolphin Farm near Snowflake, AZ
When: Wednesday, April 26 – Sunday, April 30
Scotto writes:
“Join us for five days of large-scale art, music, performance art, and interactive participation. The AZBurners are an interactive group of artists, performers, musicians and participants of the Burning Man event that takes place in the Black Rock Desert.
Theme 2017: RADiculoCity!
What do we get when we cross double dolphins with radical artistic expression? RADiculoCity!
In 2017 we encourage you to ARTicipate in a journey of inconceivable conception, where freedom of self-expression is joined with DoaCity, CommUNITY and HereCity.
Each year Saguaro Man is where we redefine the porpoise in our lives. We dare you to be ridiculously serious, and seriously ridiculous.
Doing what you‘ve done will only get you what you’ve gotten, if you want something new you’ve gotta do something different. A betta way to live, a betta city! RADiculoCity.”
Tickets on sale February 1 — $75
Learn more on the Saguaro Man website
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