The Best of Burning Man 2009 - The Burning Man

The Burn started with an amazing fireworks show. Towards the end of the show the man started to burn first from the chest and then the legs. Pretty amazing...

Burning Man 2009 Fireworks

Burning Man 2009 - The Man Burning

Burning Man 2009 - The Man Completely Engulfed

Also see:

• The Best of Burning Man 2009 - The Man
  
• The Best of Burning Man 2009 - Black Rock Brews
• The Best of Burning Man 2009 - The Technology of Burning Man
  
• The Best of Burning Man 2009 - The Creativity of Burning Man
  
• The Best of Burning Man 2009 - Sunrise on the Playa

The Best of Burning Man 2009 - The Man

This is part of a series of posts about Burning Man 2009 submitted to us by a friend who attended the event...

"The Man" at Burning Man 2009 consisted of irregular wooden triangles surrounding The Man; no two triangles were alike. It was supported by a central tree, with a beribboned double helix. The structure changed appearance unexpectedly during the week, time of day, weather and finally the burn.

The Man at Sunrise

The Man Early Evening

The Man at Night

Also see:

• The Best of Burning Man 2009 - Black Rock Brews
• The Best of Burning Man 2009 - The Technology of Burning Man
  
• The Best of Burning Man 2009 - The Creativity of Burning Man
  
• The Best of Burning Man 2009 - Sunrise on the Playa

The Best of Burning Man 2009 - Black Rock Brews

This is the 4th in a series of posts about Burning Man 2009 submitted to us by a friend who attended the event...

Black Rock Brews was a theme camp for beer lovers to come and belly up to the bar or relax on the couches enjoying the pour of the day. The day we stumbled on Black Rock Brews they were pouring a hoppy Belgian that was really good.

Black Rock Brews at Burning Man 2009

Also see:

• The Best of Burning Man 2009 - The Technology of Burning Man
  
• The Best of Burning Man 2009 - The Creativity of Burning Man
  
• The Best of Burning Man 2009 - Sunrise on the Playa

The Best of Burning Man 2009 - The Technology of Burning Man

The Art cars when from mild to wild at Burning Man and here are a couple of the wild.

"The Beast" - Also Known as the Spider Car

Weight: Almost 6 tons
Size: 11 ft tall, 8'4” wide X 23 ft long.
Capacity: 8 people including the driver

For more info:

• See The Beast Website
• See: Mechanical Spider at Burning Man 2009 on YouTube

"NeverWas Haul" by NeverWas Crew

This is a pre-turn of the century, steam powered, mobile Victorian house was originally built for Burning Man 2006. It stands 3 stories in height, and is decorated with the relics and artifacts collected in its journey around the globe. It has had some additional specimens collected during it's journey through Black Rock City.

Also see:

• The Best of Burning Man 2009 - The Creativity of Burning Man
  
• The Best of Burning Man 2009 - Sunrise on the Playa

The Best of Burning Man 2009 - The Creativity of Burning Man

This is the 2nd in a series of posts about Burning Man 2009 submitted to us by a friend who attended the event...

Burning Man is the most creative place I've ever been some of it good, some bad and some ugly but all creative. Everywhere you looked there was something of interest to see, a piece of artwork, something humorous, performance art, things with a twist.

My favorite art piece was a women. She stood about 50 feet tall with metal-dreaded hair, her arms reaching towards the sky. This art was amazing during the day and even more impressive at night.

I have found out since my return that she was one of three huge sculptures of human form. The skin of the huge forms consists of metal chains and rings welded together. She was the tallest of the three facing the Playa.


Also see: The Best of Burning Man 2009 - Sunrise on the Playa

The Best of Burning Man 2009 - Sunrise on the Playa

This is the first in a series of posts about Burning Man 2009 submitted to us by a friend who attended the event...

I wouldn't say it was quiet because Burning Man was never quiet, but it was peaceful on the Playa at sunrise. There was still activity, the end of the previous day for some and the beginning of a new day for others. It was nice time to be out for a run, ride, a photo hunt or just to be out.

Sunrise on the Playa - Burning Man 2009

Hamming it Up as Sunrise

Burning Man: Top 10 things to know going in, OK so 12

This was sent to us by a friend who attended Burning Man 2009.

1. Have an open mind. This is the most creative place I've ever been; good, bad and ugly. Black Rock City is also the most diverse place you will visit. You will encounter all walks of life.
   
2. It's hot, windy and dusty every day. If you don't like extreme weather or you don't like to get dirty then don't go. One of the gals in our group was just miserable with the dust, and she went home early.
3. Sun Screen: The sports sun screens work well because they don't sweat off.
4. Food and Water: It's good to have water & food with you always.
   
• The fitness waters are good with electrolytes for hydration.
  
• Cliff bars, Power bars, etc are good for quick snacks.
  
• Plan easy camp meals. Don't get to fancy because you may have to cook in the wind and/or dust.
  
5. Dust Gear: Dust goggles, dust masks, hankies and a Compass.
   
• Dust Goggles: Get clear and smoked lenses. The goggles with exchangeable lenses are a good way to go.
  
• Dust Mask: Be sure to get one with a valve because you will breathe easier.
• Hankies: I made hankies out of Batik material (no sew; just cut them out with pinking shears). It is heavy cotton and works well to keep the dust at bay for lighter storms.
• Compass: Just in case you need to get your bearings in a dust storm to get to the closest shelter.
6. Comfortable clothes & shoes:
   
• Be prepared for hot days and cold nights. Layering works well.
• Walking shorts for the day and pants for the colder nights.
• Hiking boots are a must for comfy feet (read about Playa feet).
7. Ear plugs: Burning Man goes 24-7 so ear plugs are a must.
   
8. Mountain Bike: Bring a mountain bike (the knobbier the tires the better). It's a great way to get around. If you plan to use a bike as your main transport you might want to consider mountain bike shorts. They look like baggy shorts and they will save your bum.
   
9. Epsom salts: Bring Epsom salts and your feet will love you. We evolved into this great afternoon ritual. We talked about things we'd seen during our day and we soaked our tired feet.
10. Bring nothing that you care about to Burning Man. It may not live to tell about the trip. I was very worried about my camera equipment but not so much that I didn't take it all. I have to replace some lens filters and I have a lot of cleaning to do now, but I'm glad I had everything with me.
11. Volunteer as much as you can. You will see a different side of the event and you will have a better understanding of some of the Burning Man thinking by gifting your time.
12. Read all you can on the Burning Man site before you go. There is a lot going on every day and night so be sure to check out the daily schedules on the website.

If you would also like to share your RV camping adventures, tips and insights with us, please send them to monty@elmonterv.com.

Some Cool Pic's from Burning Man 2009

A friend sent in some nice pictures from Burning Man 2009 that we thought we would share...


And of course the best way to have traveled there...

Burning Man Rule #1 - Plan Early

Burning Man 2009 will be here before you know it. The dates for the 2009 event are August 31 - September 7, 2009.

When planning for Burning Man, the most important rule is to plan early. This is especially true when planning your Burning Man RV Rental. This should come as no surprise - the RV rental locations closest to the event book their inventories the fastest. When it comes to Burning Man RV rentals, the longer you wait, the further away you will have to rent. Of course, for many, the adventure of getting there is half the fun...

Some Burning Man resources to help you plan for the event:

• Burning Man First Timer's Guide
• Burning Man Survival Guide (Burning Man Survival Guide PDF version) which the folks at the Burning Man Project call "required reading"
• Burning Man Recommended Reading
• Burning Man Health and Safety
• Burning Man Travel Information
• Burning Man Resources
• Burning Man overview in Wikipedia

El Monte RV Rentals for Burning Man 2009

See Luxury Accommodations at Burning Man 2009 or call 888-337-2214.