What is Burning Man? from a first time burner

[@RK-nq3fj]

Your smiles says it all, how passionate you are about burning man

[@robertlakeman4419]

She seems nice

[@1925sk]

Is that what it was?

[@kahoki]

Wonderful to see such a fresh perspective and glowing sense of wonder from you Charlotte, as for a first time Burner, you are doing it right in getting there early, working on art, and having fun with all that the experience had to offer you. \🔥/

[@swarfmaster]

We gave away over nine hundred books at the Hushville library and met hundreds of delighted burners who really loved books. Topics ranged from erotica to sheet metal and welding and it was really fun to hear a yelp of discovery when someone found a book they liked. Gifting is such a trip.

[@jimo199966]

Rode by a few times. I heard placement dropped the ball and had several sound camps with speakers on the ground close to you. Whoa.

[@countvond233]

Yes, those poor underserved Burning Man attendees. Nothing like free stuff for affluent children. They should get like college loan reduction or something...

[@vswarnakar]

sitting in a massive cuddle puddle while listening to Pink Floyd after the burn under the spinning led lights was surreal and great to “meet” the people behind this amazing art piece ….

[@jcraw]

Timing on that was incredible. It was like a Love & Zen magnet that I couldn't help but crash underneath for a long time. 🥰

[@shawn2789]

You held up well after 13 days. I spent 5 at Bonnaroo and looked like the walking dead by the end.

[@annanirathsi1111]

I have watched so many Burning man videos and this is by far my favorite.

[@charleydorn]

Thanks I’ve watched loads of videos too! I didn’t expect anyone but my close friends to see this but I’m glad you enjoyed ❤️

[@annanirathsi1111]

@@charleydorn I felt like in your short video you just did an excellent job of describing the event as well as giving excellent advice for people considering going themselves. I hope you decide to make more content because you're great at it!

[@richardanderson7183]

You really have a nice solid grasp of the event! I wouldn't have guessed it was your first burn. Good on ya, and kudos to your camp mates.

[@jcraigvaughn]

She nailed it!

[@CaptainHooker69]

it is not a burn. it's a festival burning man is a festival. she even says it and then corrects herself

[@1925sk]

Be sure to turn on the closed captioning next time.

[@HunterMann]

Great video! It’s encouraging to see a first time burner who actually went to the playa to participate in creating an art project and probably was part of a really cool camp. I commend you for that, quite a contrast to many of the newbies who come out to their first burn simply to party, and to be entertained, sort of being spectators rather than participants. For many people that’s natural, they don’t know anything different than that, especially if they have only been to Coachella or for the spring break college crowd who hasn’t really been out there to explore the world of possibilities. . I wasn’t on the Playa this year but have been 10 previous years and it’s interesting to observe it from a distance during the years I’m not there. I see it through peoples videos that they post, and also by listening to BMIR… that’s Burning Man Information Radio, the voice of the man, the voice of black rock city. it’s a great way to get the pulse of the burn, whether you are there or not. When I’m at Burning Man I usually tune into that radio station late at night to find out weather, traffic, updates on theme camps, special events and tea parties etc. etc. lots of fun can be found on the radio. This year I actually called in from the default world here in Arizona. I didn’t expect to be put on the air, I was interviewed about my experiences having been on a film crew and also having them one of the drivers of a significant art car that was there a few years in a row. Thanks again for your video good editing and your really positive and mature perspective on the festival, thanks for not just furthering the myths that it’s a bunch of goofy sparkle ponies, you are so far beyond that.

[@optiksmatter]

10000%

[@mcgritty8842]

Isn’t part of it to have the experience and enjoy the art? Not everyone is creative enough to do so either… maybe you should step down from your high horse and not expect others to live to your expectations

[@valeriaparkhomenko1974]

As I’m watching this video, I’m feeling super happy for you! Wish I can be at the next burn, honestly it’s become a dream of mine ❤️

[@paultannenbaum]

Very well said. I always find it hard to describe the event to people because it is so many things wrapped up in one, but you did a great job of explaining it in a nut shell. See ya next year!

[@xlnuniex]

Looks so fun. Never been myself. Great job on this video!

[@BadWolf3742]

Glad you had such a wonderful time, great video. Thank you

[@peggysaario3438]

You have given the best review of burning man! Makes me want to go. Thank you

[@PENFOLD5]

Your never forget your First Burn…..it’s almost always the most magical one of all the ones you go to!

[@hallofgamechannel]

Its like Post apocalyptic world but only the creative peoples survived 😁

[@charleydorn]

This is the best description of burning man ever written

[@s3ntin3l60]

Yea.....🤣.....riddled with every STD known to man....what a time, what a time... but so creative

[@LaurenOliviArt]

@@s3ntin3l60 thats such a weird thing to bring up?

[@rigelb9025]

And what happened to the others?

[@markbutterfield2740]

Charlotte! My new and momentary crush. You def got the essence of the event down. Happy New Year!

[@isabelldawn]

Thank you for sharing! I loved hearing your pov :) I am excited to go for the first time next year!! ✨💙 I also love that you were involved in the building process, how fun!! 🥰

[@jamespremo5049]

I’m 54 and need to go next year. It’s always on my mind. Just bought an RV and it’s time!

[@DexterGraphic]

Thank you for sharing your experiences of the world. Your curiosity and courage are admirable.

[@BenGebo]

I loved your art piece! I spent a lot of time under there. I worked on the Prairie of Possibilities, the big field of LED lights! It was my 6th burn, congrats on your first burn, you did it right!

[@charleydorn]

oh my goodness I rode all night looking for your piece but never found it haha hope to see it or something like it at the next burn :)

[@ninianstorm6494]

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[@TMbiker1000]

Great video! And it really looks like you did Burning Man right. Christopher Shardt is a great guy and you did well teaming up with that project. This was my 19th burn and I could learn something from you.

[@kewc2283]

Burning Man has been on my bucket list for many many years .. alas I am too old now and not able to commit. Fortunately I found your video which was wonderful to watch because it was much more "real" than I thought it would have been. Thank you.

[@charleydorn]

all I’m saying is that I met two separate people who brought their grandparents to the burn… you’re never too old :)

[@bradparker1]

"This art car just showed up...and there's footprints behind it...which means it walked here!" Love that. 🔥👍

[@JenStarkartist]

It was my first time as well. Parra Luna was my FAVORITE! Grateful for the whole experience. Amazing recap on BM! : )

[@parodoxis]

Ah the "hippie trap" - had no idea it was called Paraluna! It was my first burn too, and yeah that was the one art piece I would repeatedly visit

[@dennisl6198]

I love your enthusiasm... takes me back to my first burn. well done lady!

[@MrSnowlver]

I loved your art project! We layed under it for hours one night, one of my favorites. Glad you loved your first burn! I had a similar first burn doing an art project (and several huge ones after that) and this was my 15th burn! Hope you caught one of our fire shows!

[@mixflip]

Why cant they do a big burn in California? Like death valley or in the Palm Springs desert area?

[@ForeverChanged7]

I saw your art piece and thought it was the coolest. All the ppl underneath; what a fabulous trip! Happy BURNING MAN has resumed. Now creating for the next BURN! AWESOME!🥰

[@RichardTallent]

Great video! This year was my second burn, and my first time running a theme camp. Already looking forward to next year!

[@ryanmarshburn2858]

To each their own, but that looks like absolute hell to me.. I did NTC at fort Irwin for a month… that is the most desert living I’ll ever want again.

[@charleydorn]

It is kind of hell!! Which 1. Makes the experience more meaningful with more depth. It’s not just art and music, it’s engineering, community support, and self sufficiency. And 2. It keeps out most of the mainstream festival crowd or in general folks who come just for pics and ~vibes~.

[@dustygreene3335]

What a great video...very well done...I've watched a few from some larger channels and your is just as good if not better. I hope to go next year....and hope to bring something special with me.

[@catalinareyes9744]

looks amazing! first video I watch where someone really explains how they got involved with camps

[@steelust]

Your last three words in this whole video tell us you earned the proper perspective. FYB, indeed!

[@lauren2232]

Absolutely LOVED the art piece you worked on!!

[@stevereadeable]

And all this time I thought Burning Man was about frolicking about the desert naked on hallucinogens, and after watching your vid, I now understand that to be one viable option among many, which makes me happy

[@LVDesert584]

It's pretty much 99% garbage don't let a video kid you.

[@charleydorn]

@@LVDesert584 I think this is a compliment about my video making skills 🙊🙈

[@LVDesert584]

@@charleydorn definitely

[@jcraigvaughn]

Really well done, Charlotte! You got hooked up with a great camp and made the best of it.

[@awalktowardsglory]

This makes me want to go! Great video! You did an awesome job on it! You’re amazing!

[@PJ-Slots-Entertainment]

Very cool. I love watching all these videos. Some day I hope to arrive and share in the moment. Like no place else.

[@Kevin-zh8bj]

WTH man I'm 54 years old never heard of this but sounds like something I would love. I will experience this in the next couple years.

[@JohnnyChimpo907]

13 days is a lot more than most people can handle and still have the attitude you’ve got. I used to go for 3 weeks every year, and by the 4th or 5th day I would always see people start having meltdowns. The crowds that stay the day after temple burn for cleanup and breakdown on Monday are SO legit though… Pink Mammoth on Monday after everyone is gone is always awesome

[@michaelbrent669]

Baby Driver!! It was so fun hanging out with you on Sil-Vi! (Sil-Vi is the art car with six lighted antennae from camp Bojon -- in case you didn't remember its name). I'm sorry I never made it to Para Luna to pick up the eye sparkles you said you'd leave for me. Awesome video and editing and cool that it's getting so much attention.

[@charleydorn]

Michael!! So glad you found this video and it was great to meet you! Some other Michael must have picked them up because they were gone two days after I put them out. Hope you have a wonderful year :)

[@chriscorsello]

I just arrived back from my 9th burn. From the looks of this video, you really embraced all that the community and playa has to offer. Good for you for participating and not being a spectator. Now, think about how you can do it even better next year... that is how Black Rock City continues to evolve. Unexpected epic moments happen every year no matter how long you continue to burn. Welcome home.

[@oneeyejeff6809]

Best summary of Burning Man ever! )'(

[@pifive]

Thank you for the video. One of my bucket list events is going to Burning Man.

[@strugs]

What a wonderful summary of a first burn, Charlotte! I'm glad you had a wonderful time. I'm going to share your video with anyone who asks me what Burning Man is like. We'd love to meet you next year! Take care. :)

[@bellefairydust]

How do you get into a camp?

[@jeremy_carver]

Your reaction at 4:37 is how I feel every year I've been able to go. So inspiring. Fuckyerburn!

[@avamoe8819]

Hey! This is an awesome video! I'm actually writing a paper about the community of Burning Man, and was hoping I could use your video as an example. I would totally cite you and make sure people would be able to find your video, adding links and everything. I was also wondering about the economy there -- is everything free? Or barter-system based? Thanks!

[@charleydorn]

I think it’s fine if you use it as long as you’re not making any money or it’s not associated with a brand. Yes, everything is free, except for ice which you can buy at center camp. It’s not bartering since you’re not expected to give anything in return if you’re given something or vise versa.

[@mariusmocan8491]

All the homeless should live like this.

[@JRDToole]

RABBIT HEART!! Amazing job!

[@Kyle-wb7wx]

This convinced me. I'M GOING!

[@alexlira6183]

Baby Driver & Fancy Hands! We need to connect before this years burn, we missed you guys at our camp 69th Precinct when we planned on meeting up but would love to camp with you all this year

[@giovannigalvez8598]

I'm glad you had a good time. I personally don't go anymore because the actual organization doesn't provide anything for sound camps. Not even tickets for the crew. Nothing. So really every year it's a major financial hit to bring art or sound to that place.

[@charleydorn]

aw man I am so sorry to hear that!! I hope that changes in the future because the sound camps are such a big part of the fun! hoping you make it to future burns 🤞

[@eaglenorland7706]

Thanks for the video and your bright enthusiasm.

[@ShaggyR1z1a]

wow this video really is a hit for you, 250K+ views already and understandably so - great vid, looks like a fun experience. thanks you for sharing with us

[@amelialoeffler8066]

Yay Charlotte!! So cool! We love and miss you

[@gregwostrel8124]

Wow, thanks for sharing. It sounds amazing.

[@Cooknalways]

Hi There! Great video. thanks for that...we are heading out there in 7 weeks for 1st time. How do I pick a camp or find available camps to look into? I have been researching...we are artsy and fun loving and helpful and team players. Where do I look LOL ??

[@charleydorn]

Hey! That's so exciting. I wish I had a good answer for you - most people join camps through networking and connecting with local people. If I were you, I would look into a local facebook group where you might be able to find a camp to join

[@anastasioschristoforatos474]

Congrats on your first burn!!! Hope to return soon!

[@andreiabrudan940]

Hey Charlotte thanks for describing your experiences!

[@desertdeb]

Thank you for explaining how it all works.

[@gandalfsmith]

Hi Deb, gandalf here. Do you sub to this channel? This is the first time that I've heard of it. Charlotte seems to do a good job so I'm going to check out the rest of her stuff.

[@IdiotBoxProductionsTV]

My first time too, came with grandpa so didn’t party too hard but next year I’ll be coming back to and having a good time!

[@kennethhowell5291]

Thank you for your report! You are the best!

[@t1mp]

Hey, thanks for sharing. Is it free to go there or do you have to pay? What to do before?

[@tommymartin4827]

The best way to understand the real essentials in life is to attend a burn 🔥 in the middle of nowhere. Something to think about every day till the next one.

[@ijinjohnson]

How can I join these projects like this I would love to get an internship. I want to be a part of those installations From where should I start . is there any website something like that?

[@travelstreetfoodvlog]

Amazing place 😍👍 Thank you for sharing

[@PacificAirwave144]

And I bet if you can just go out on a dry lake like that without the crowds for a night or two you'll be different. You'll still 'll be sticky/sweaty/sun-burnt but you'll have experienced it a little closer. Listen to that quiet...look at those stars!

[@bellestarr6484]

Belle Starr 0 seconds ago "If you want to go deeper - if you can stand to go deeper, go to that place at any other time but Burning Man. Take a tent, enough water, no electronics, no camera, nothing but your curiosity and courage. When you leave - and you will not want to leave, you will understand these instructions. Oh yeah, if you stop to eat in any of the little towns on your way there, tip big. That would be really radical.

[@californiavolcano9676]

@@bellestarr6484 and take your garbage to your own ultimate dwelling or to a dump. Don’t make the merchants deal with your inconsiderate mess.

[@walterbright1396]

Congratulations on your first burning man and being involved in that art piece. I have heard from many attendees about it. Never been myself. I first heard of BM from someone who worked at Harvest in Jackson, WY 20 years ago. I have been vicariously going by watching videos and reading articles of attendees thus far. I plan to visit the playa next summer but not during BM itself.

[@eipnvn3976]

I've never been to the main burn bc i lack the organizational skills and the dust would probably trigger my asthma but I have enjoyed the mess out of these videos and have logged months of hours viewing BM videos. It's my virtual happy place.

[@charleydorn]

@@eipnvn3976 awwww so glad to hear that!! I’ve watched many hours myself but never expected my own video to be seen haha

[@charleydorn]

Wow! Learning about burning man 20 years is definitely a flex! Not many people can claim that :)

[@daronchatz]

what a cool film!!!! love your vibe. I would love to come to Burning Man one day. For now in South Africa come try our Afrika Burn, it is smaller but so so beautiful too xx

[@sailingadventuress5489]

My fave! Will be back probably 2024

[@daronchatz]

@@sailingadventuress5489 I will look out for you

[@sailingadventuress5489]

@@daronchatz was at CEXx camp in 2019

[@DoubleParker]

I loved your energy and perspective, Charlotte! Thank you!! Are you going this year? This is my first year out there.

[@charleydorn]

I wish I was! I actually just moved overseas so I wasn't able to make it out there. I hope to be back in 2023 though! Enjoy your burn - let go of expectations and embrace it :)

[@DoubleParker]

@@charleydorn Aw, that's too bad that you won't make it this year. I'm coming in from Bangkok so I got a head start on the moving overseas thing! :D Thank you for sharing your experience though! I'm a bit intimidated by it all, but I'm sure it'll be awesome.

[@nottheone582]

haha that giant walking machine is a racing mech suit called Prosthesis - they're building a league of them to race

[@4puf]

Our art piece was a pyramid-shaped thing right next to your Paraluna! Yours too all the attention! 😂 Anyway, your description of BM was spot-on! I will be sharing your video to all the people that ask what BM is! I love your energy and your smile!

[@Sealoctopus]

How did you make connections and be able to work there for your first time?

[@could-be-keen]

I had heard a terrible rummor the "hippy trap" (as we called it... Loved it btw...) had come down in the wind that stormy Friday. Glad to imagine now that was just a silly lie. Your art peice was awesome, I spent at least a hour under there 😊

[@charleydorn]

We were definitely worried, but Paraluna is design to be extremely robust and since it actually has very little surface area, it holds up quite well. The only fix of the week was screwing in one loose bolt. And yes, I’ve also heard it called the “tripper trapper” haha. Glad you enjoyed it!!

[@AdventuresWithAlex]

Now I want to go to Burning Man!!

[@garlicgreen]

great video! thank you! what was the temperature range out there?

[@charleydorn]

On average a low of 60F at night and a high of 100F during the day

[@garlicgreen]

@@charleydorn thank you! looks so fun and an adventure of a lifetime. looking forward to next year’s video.

[@thisismyrealname2860]

Welcome to the family! Killed me to have to take this year off, perhaps karna will cross our paths in a future dust storm

[@detectoraid5985]

Thank you Burners ❤️🔥Pershing County ❤️

[@azerial]

Awe! They have been out multiple years! I love that art piece year after year. You seem like a burner that has been found. You're super cool! Welcome to our community! Can we also talk about how the swing that rotates looks like a DEATH trap!? Also @3:12 WAS THAT THE ICE LINE?! Jesus! FUCK YOUR BURN!

[@JohnnyRae1323]

Fuck your burn!!! 😂😉🤣♥️ It was my first burn as well. I was with Do More Now at the Firehouse House at 8A. I also did set up/teardown. I was out there with for the most part with complete strangers but left with so many new friends. ♥️♥️♥️

[@ke0kie]

What you reckon, spent $2000 - $3000 for the trip in total? Would you recommend that spend over alternative destination-vacation spending?

[@charleydorn]

I’d say the cost is a third of that and it’s the best money I’ve ever spent 👌

[@ke0kie]

@@charleydorn oh nice that's quite surprising, glad you were able to experience on that budget

[@btno222]

Hoo woo luna! PERA! Walang Pera ako, but life goes on!

[@JD-ir5fj]

I'd rather find peace of mind in the Wilderness.

[@terrellroyal221]

AWSOME PIECE OF WORK 🗽😜YOU ROCK✌️💯

[@tinytownsoftware3837]

How did you enjoy the traffic leaving the area?

[@charleydorn]

Yeah it sucks that it’s so long, but there were people hanging out and walking around when the cars waiting in line. I made some friends, got some stickers, and was able to nap in between the waves.

[@robbie5138]

Hopefully be there next year with my Buddies company delivering water to everyone.

[@KingDennisJensen]

Thank you for sharing!

[@shiftintohigh5564]

Incredible! You have out done Wonderhussy!👍👍😎🇺🇸

[@nwmi493]

when artists and engineers have a baby, it grows up & hosts a party

[@MVNG0]

Burning Man is one of the things I want to witness and experience in my lifetime! I'm from The Netherlands, so it's not just a matter of buying a ticket for BM, but besides that, I wonder... does anyone have any tips for someone like me who is extremely interested in going, but has no one to go with and has no idea how to properly prepare for 2 weeks of BM? Any tips and help would be appreciated! Thank you!

[@ms.jessadventures]

This makes me maybe want to do burning man someday thanks for sharing glad you had fun 👯‍♀️

[@elisteurich8879]

Did you get MNKPX, SARS2, or both?

[@catchaser52]

Thank you for sharing Sweetheart.

[@gracieg7601]

It seems to me that all covered in dust it would be dangerous to all the electronic devices. How do you protect them?

[@charleydorn]

Anything you take to burning man will likely be wrecked. My personal ones were for sure. Big large scale electronics, like Paraluna, are in sealed containers using silicon and fasteners and hold up pretty well. Connections can also be taped. But overall you should never take anything to Burning Man that can’t be broken or lost.

[@LucasCobb]

@@charleydorn What about the extreme waste this creates? Honestly this is just sad to watch.

[@bellestarr6484]

If you want to go deeper - if you can stand to go deeper, go to that place at any other time but Burning Man. Take a tent, enough water, no electronics, no camera, nothing but your curiosity and courage. When you leave - and you will not want to leave, you will understand these instructions. Oh yeah, if you stop to eat in any of the little towns on your way there, tip big. That would be really radical. -

[@williemo44]

They call it “burning man” for a reason. 🤣😂 you’d probably make a killing selling penicillin out there.

[@WhaddupImTopher]

These festivals are so unreal to me. Like, all of this happens in the middle of the desert? Baffles me. I've been to small scale events but the cost and location are really what stop me from going. Looks wiiild. I'd probably die

[@cindylatter6938]

Thanks 🇺🇸