Is Burning Man Burnt Out?

What Is Burning Man?

[via] First started by Larry Harvey and a small group in 1986 in San Francisco (and not Dr. Dre), it is understood not as an event, but a way of life.  Each person will give you there own meaning as to what exactly Burning Man 'is" but here is a general rundown:

• The temporary city is governed by the Ten Principles including civic responsibility and communal effort.
• Art is displayed and erected, theme cities are built and each person is expected to contribute.

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• It is known for being noncommercial and built on giving.
• What you bring in is all you have.  The Survival Guide is not to be ignored.
• One must pick up their own trash and follow rules put in place for health and safety reasons.
• It lasts one week.
• Drugs are abundant and body paint and costumes are out in full force.

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• Classes are available in just about anything from ukelele to hula hooping.
• The entire thing culminates in the burning of an effigy, which gives the event its name.