Margaret left a trace
We always think of the principle of “Leave No Trace” as applying to things. To garbage. To left over zip ...Read More
Posts about The Ten Principles
An ongoing exploration of the history, philosophy and dynamics of Burning Man’s 10 Principles in Black Rock City and around the world. We welcome your voice in the conversation.
Equality, Inequity, Iniquity: Concierge Culture
By Larry Harvey
“In essentials, unity; in non-essentials, liberty; in all things, charity.” –Motto of the American Grange I began my career in ...Read More
Gifting vs. Gift Exchange
As a Burner, you would think that I would love the Xmas season. It’s the time of year when normally ...Read More
Burning Cake (A Cautionary Tale)
My experiences for the last 17 years at Burning Man have been so amazing and transformative that I have a ...Read More
Larry Harvey Speaks at Long Now Foundation
Listen to Larry Harvey's talk "Why the Man Keeps Burning" at the Long Now Foundation — his talk was very ...Read More
Immediacy and Impermanence
[This post is part of the 10 Principles blog series, an ongoing exploration of the history, philosophy and dynamics of Burning ...Read More
Art Beyond Burning Man – Making, Thinking, Understanding
By Jess Hobbs
I’ve found myself bringing more art to life "beyond the fence." Thanks to the efforts of so many, we can ...Read More
Experiments in Radical Gifting and Ticket Sales
Right now a Bay Area group consisting of a number of past and present Burners is putting together an event ...Read More
Radical Self-Reliance and Rich People at Burning Man
By Rosie Lila
[This post is part of the 10 Principles blog series, an ongoing exploration of the history, philosophy and dynamics of Burning ...Read More