Virgin Burner from Santa Clarita,Ca!

brownbearhook · Post by **brownbearhook** » Sun Mar 13, 2011 5:27 pm

Im SOOOOO excited to go to BM this year. I have been camping a lot so im not to worried about that. Im excited to meet some new people and im thinking about joining a theme camp. any thoughts? Ideas? Hints?

Trishntek · Post by **Trishntek** » Sun Mar 13, 2011 5:34 pm

Hi neighbor! Just on the other end of the 126 from you! Welcome to eplaya!

theCryptofishist · Post by **theCryptofishist** » Sun Mar 13, 2011 5:35 pm

Read the survival guide and the first timer's guide. Poke around on burningman.com to find them.
What sort of experience do you want? (Introverted or extroverted? Day or night?)
How much energy and focus are you going to have in the heat with a city full of distractions? (This will tie in directly with volenteering and working with a theme camp--which usually means sweat equity should be produced.)
If you want to meet people, read up in the "Open Discussion" forum (that's where much of hte socialization on this board occurs.)
If you want to know how to set up camp, try Q & A, Tips and Tricks.
If you're looking for a theme camp, start with the Theme Camps 2011 and then spend some time figuring out what and how much can you give to a bunch of people you don't know yet who are far more interested in having your help than in providing you with a base where someone else takes care of you.

Trishntek · Post by **Trishntek** » Sun Mar 13, 2011 5:51 pm

Welll just get right to the point wydoncha?

brownbearhook · Post by **brownbearhook** » Sun Mar 13, 2011 5:53 pm

well allrighty thanks! ill look into all of these things.

Im looking to be a part of something memorable there. just a nice experience. Hard work doesnt bother me one bit and it makes me happy to get that accomplishment in! thanks for the advice

shykat · Post by **shykat** » Sun Mar 13, 2011 6:00 pm

Hey now, we live in Santa Clarita.

Roll call.

How many other people in Santa Clarits
a go to the burn?

brownbearhook · Post by **brownbearhook** » Sun Mar 13, 2011 6:06 pm

WOAH! fellow awesometown friend haha! have you been to Previous burns?! i just found out about this a little while ago and it looks like the most fun thing ever

shykat · Post by **shykat** » Sun Mar 13, 2011 6:29 pm

We went last year...........It's unbelivable.................

Just follow the adive Crypto gave and do your research...

brownbearhook · Post by **brownbearhook** » Sun Mar 13, 2011 7:01 pm

Sounds about right. I'm starting to think I should start with a group of friends for my first burn. To be able to go everywhere at any point in the day and experience it all for myself! I'm only 19 but this seems like an experience that will make for amazing memories and adventure! The art and music aspect is just beautiful.

Post by **Savannah** » Mon Mar 14, 2011 9:18 am

Hey Brownbearhook! Welcome.

If you want to "go anywhere at any point in the day", don't go with a theme camp, especially since you have camping experience and presumably have some ability to set up your own tent, stake a shade structure properly, etc. Theme camps tend to require either money or a time commitment, and they are not required. If you want, you can simply do what you're already doing as far as networking with other people from Santa Clarita and perhaps decide to be neighbors, or camp with an orphan camp or similar.

Even if you didn't meet or chat with people beforehand, you will have neighbors almost any place in the city, and you will probably make friends quickly; whether it be because you give a helping hand or invite people into your shade for a beer.

Post by **Elderberry** » Mon Mar 14, 2011 9:20 am

Hey there, welcome to eplaya!

brownbearhook · Post by **brownbearhook** » Mon Mar 14, 2011 12:18 pm

Allright! the eplaya community is wonderfully helpful! And the more pictures stories and videos I see the more anxious I get to go!!! If there are any fellow Santa clarita natives !! Don't be shy! Come out of the woodwork and let's represent the valley!

TomServo · Post by **TomServo** » Mon Mar 14, 2011 8:28 pm

brownbearhook wrote:Sounds about right. I'm starting to think I should start with a group of friends for my first burn. To be able to go everywhere at any point in the day and experience it all for myself! I'm only 19 but this seems like an experience that will make for amazing memories and adventure! The art and music aspect is just beautiful.

Your a young noob! Dont go with an attitude, and listen to what your neighbors have to say! And don't be afraid to ask questions! Going on your own, or with your own group, is a good way to start! Make up your own theme camp name. AND! go with NO expectations!

brownbearhook · Post by **brownbearhook** » Mon Mar 14, 2011 11:09 pm

A young soul looking for adventure and new experiences!!!! And yes with the help and answers I'm finding in the eplaya I can't wait to meet them on the real one!

TomServo · Post by **TomServo** » Mon Mar 14, 2011 11:55 pm

Just dont treat it like any other festival.....and, like I said listen to the advice of your neighbors! Its survival camping.

Bob Bitchen · Post by **Bob Bitchen** » Tue Mar 15, 2011 4:55 pm

Welcome

TomServo · Post by **TomServo** » Tue Mar 15, 2011 5:03 pm

Sorry...Welcome to eplaya!

brownbearhook · Post by **brownbearhook** » Tue Mar 15, 2011 5:29 pm

Sorry for what? And thanks for the welcomes! I'm starting to plan my trip and what I'll need now. And the neighbor advice is wonderfull I have no shame in asking for help and love giving help in return! Each day I get more excited!