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Subject: 2014 Burning Man Camp Placement Questionnaire: Healing Foot Wash Life Truth Love
To: Gabriel Serafini <
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Burner Profile Username
gserafini
First Name
Gabriel
Last Name
Serafini
Verify your Main Contact Email Address
gser...@gmail.com
Playa Name
Address 1
6116 Telegraph Ave #209
Address 2
City
Oakland
Country
United States
State/Province
CA
Postal Code
94609
Phone Number
415 640 5984
What years have you attended Burning Man?
2013
Burning Man Projects and Affiliations
Theme Camp
Describe Your Burning Man Projects and Affiliations
"Lead planner for ""Life, Truth, Love: The Christian Science Experience"" (aka
http://spiritualplaya.org) -- we washed hundreds of people's feet in 2013 and also bring a Christian Science lecturer to the playa to share useful and healing ideas"
Camp Category
Theme Camp
Who directed you to this category?
Who is Providing Early Arrival Passes
Email of Provider
Camp/Village Name?
Healing Foot Wash Life Truth Love
For Camps within a registering Village: name of village?
Interactivity Description
HEALING FOOT WASH
Our camp enthusiastically provides foot wash stations in a loving, safe, non-sexual environment where visitors can sit on comfortable chairs and have their feet washed. In 2013 we washed hundreds of people's feet, and received glowing reviews from everyone (see below for some of their comments). Many people were surprised to find us (we were unplaced last year) and visited us each day once they found us.
OUR MOTIVATION
We're asked why we wash people's feet? Our goal is simply to love everyone who visits in the purest way we can, by providing a much needed and appreciated service. We also discuss spiritual topics with visitors if they're interested, and share additional gifts of loved spiritual books if appropriate. Our motivation is based in the Biblical examples of foot washing as a pure service of love.
This year we're returning with more camp participants, and plan to wash even more feet. It was a totally awesome experience last year, and this year will be even better.
SCHEDULE
We provide manned foot wash stations primarily during daylight hours, from breakfast through dinner time. Our goal is to have 10 stations ready at all times. We've recruited additional participants to ensure there are always people available to provide the service.
INTERACTIVITY
We encourage our "customers" to return and wash other people's feet, but they must have their feet washed first. We provide the supplies (dilute vinegar, soap, water, basins, lotion) and example of how to do it.
METHOD
1) Sit, remove shoes, socks
2) Place feet in clean basin, rinse with dilute vinegar / water mixture using squeeze bottle
3) Apply dilute Dr. Bronner's soapy water using squeeze bottle
4) Rinse with clean water
5) Towel dry
6) Optional (most people want this) - apply foot lotion and massage feet / calfs
7) Sit, relax, talk
8) Once done, dispose of water in evaporator, clean basin for next use.
We also provide fresh cold water to drink and light snacks like cold grapes.
SHADE STRUCTURE
We provide a 60'x40' public shaded area that provides relief from the hot sun. Our foot wash stations are located under the shade structure, but there are no walls, so it is a very nice open, airy relaxing environment.
OPEN TO ALL
We gladly welcome everyone to our camp, both to receive foot wash service as well as to give.
"CUSTOMER" RESPONSES
Some of the comments / notes people left last year:
"This is the best gift I've gotten at Burning Man, and I've been coming for many years"
"You bring love from my feet to my heart - Alana"
"Best Foot Wash Ever"
"This is Love - Nels S.B. C.A."
")'( You guys have made me shoot rainbows out of my toes. You are beautiful expressions of love!"
"Thanks for the fresh feet. Ethiopia Joe"
"A perfect find - Love Lee, NYC"
We are totally looking forward to this year and having a "home" within the Burning Man community for this much appreciated service.
Project Interactivity
Chill Space,Create an Environment,Gifts Given,Entertaining Guests,Environmentally conscious,Lectures,Meditation,Services Rendered,Shared Experience
Number of Campmates
16 to 20
Acculturation
Our camp holds regular (every 2-3 weeks) conference calls going over Burning Man principles and how we plan to express them. We also have a group that has been focusing on the spiritual as well as practical applications of the 10 Principles, and thinking of inspiring ways of embodying those Principles.
We love all 10 of the Principles. The Principles we strive to embody / express most in our camp are Radical Inclusion, Gifting (the main reason many of our participants are coming with us), Communal Effort, Civic Responsibility, Participation and Immediacy.
We scored 100% clean on the MOOP map last year (aka we Left No Trace). Our camp is very low impact, and we emphasize with all new participants the need to really embrace the principles of Burning Man, including subscribing to Jack Rabbit Speaks, reviewing thoroughly the Burning Man website, and learning from our past experiences at Burning Man.
Physical Description
Our camp consists of a central welcoming area defined by a 40'x60' open public shade structure. This structure is composed of a central 6'x6' column with 14' bracing for reflective shade cloth that extends out in a cross shape. We have a 30' dome (from Shelter Systems) that we provide as a public quiet space for reading (as well as camp participant sleeping area). We have additional tents for sleeping, a kitchen area, a water evaporator. We use solar panels for our light power needs. Our lighting is all solar powered LED. We park cars and RVs in the back of our camp, as our purpose is expressly to be warm and welcoming to public interaction. We have a private shower that is for use of our campers. We have bike parking in the front of the camp.
Project Features
Massage
Sound Amplification
No
Sound Amplification Details
Stage
No
Big-Name Performers
No
Big-Name Performer List
Large Crowds
No
Do You Want Your Camp Listed Publicly?
Listed
Text for website listing
Come have your feet washed in a quiet, safe and loving environment. You may come back and wash other people's feet after you've had yours washed, all are welcome!
Camp Hometown
Berkeley
Camp state/province
CA
Camp country
USA
Public URL for Camp
http://spiritualplaya.org
Public Email
gser...@gmail.com
1st additional contact
Anna Lisa Kronman
1st Additional contact role - Important to indicate, as this person may have more authority than the questionnaire filer.
Logistics Team
1st Additional contact email
annalis...@gmail.com
1st Additional contact phone number
(925) 528-9919
2nd Additional contact name
Andrea Dumitrescu
2nd Additional contact role - Important to indicate, as this person may have more authority than the questionnaire filer.
Logistics Team
2nd Additional contact email
drea...@gmail.com
2nd Additional contact phone number
(484) 904-2552
3rd Additional contact name
3rd Additional contact role - Important to indicate, as this person may have more authority than the questionnaire filer.
3rd Additional contact email
3rd Additional contact phone number
4th Additional contact name
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4th Additional contact email
4th Additional contact phone number
Additional Emails
Purchased a ticket?
Yes
Previous Camp Lead
Gabriel Serafini & Piper Foster
Early Arrival Setup Crew Count
12
Early Arrival Date
Thursday
Camp Producer
No
Camp Producer Name
Camp Producer Email
Producer Phone Number
Who will receive the EA Passes?
Requested Sector, 1st choice
9:00 Portal
Requested Frontage Option
150
Requested Sector, 2nd choice
7:30 Portal
Requested Frontage Option, 2nd choice
150
Requested Sector, 3rd choice
9:00 Streets
Requested Frontage Option, 3rd choice
150
Requested Approximate square footage need by population
8000
You would prefer not to camp near ...
Any very loud camps.
Requested Sector: Other Camps
Other Camp Location: Comments
Requested Approximate square footage need by population: Other Camps
LNT Contact Name
Gabriel Serafini
LNT Contact Email
gser...@gmail.com
Leave No Trace is a cornerstone of the Burning Man ethos and one of our Ten Principles.
Practice the 5 R's: Rethink, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Restore and Respect.,Reduce trash when packing.,Create a detailed strategy or plan for Leaving NO Trace
During Burning Man, our camp will:
Keep smelly garbage away from recyclables in BRC.,Clean As We Go and Keep It From Hitting the Ground.,Adopt the seven principles and practices of Leave No Trace at Burning Man.,Educate all camp members about minimizing our impact on the playa, so that my LNT crew can relax during the event knowing that all of our camp members are doing their part.,Conserve energy, use renewable energy sources and minimize waste.,Collect, reduce and properly dispose of grey water.,Use or creatively use discarded materials for all the components of our camp structure and decorations, so that our camp is sustainable year after year.
As we depart the playa, our camp will:
Bring tools to rake, magnetic rake, sweep and pick up every last nail and wood shard that dropped on the playa surface so that I leave my space and my surrounding spaces better than I found them,Follow the 'rule of thumb for line sweeps'- (hyperlink
http://www.burningman.com/environment/images/moopmap10fin.jpg) – performing required multiple sweeps of our camp before leaving BRC. (One sweep is not enough. Do as many passes as necessary: the strength of the line sweep is in the number of people and passes.),Organize neighborhood MOOP sweeps. (Joining with neighboring camps and sweeping an entire block together is the best insurance against MOOP hot spots, bringing your own MOOP scores down.),Secure all vehicles' loads to prevent windblown trash on the highway and in neighboring communities.
Art Installation Name
Heavy Equipment Use
No
Heavy Equipment Details
Share Heavy Equipment
Outside Services Deliveries?
No
Outside Services Details
Outside Services Provider
Number and Type of Vehicles
We're planning to carpool in 1 large passenger van, 1 cargo van, 2 RVs, and 3-5 additional cars.
RV / Portable Housing Rental
No
Number of RVs / Portable Housing Units
RV / Portable Housing Provider Name
RV/ Portable Housing Unit Provider Email
RV / Portable Housing Unit Provider Phone
Have you purchased a year-round storage container from Burning Man?
No
What is the PC # of the container that you purchased?
Shipping Container From Somewhere Else
No
Year-round Storage Facilities
No
Water for Civic Benefit
Yes
Mutant Vehicles
No
Mutant Vehicle Contacts
Generator Powered?
No
Number of Generators
0
Kind of Fuel
none
Fuel Storage
1-20
Alternative Power
We have solar panels for powering electronics and lighting in our camp.
Comments
Excellent application, great questions. THANK YOU!
Flame Effects
No
Burn Barrels and Open Fire
No
Describe Burn Barrel or Open Fire
Camp Layout Plan Must be uploaded to complete questionnaire
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Activities for Mature Audiences/Health and Safety
The NV Health Department frowns on the idea of communal water as it is a health risk to others. Burning Man states: Large quantities of water (250 gallons+) being used for projects that entail full body contact or consumption by people must be "potable" and come from state health department approved water sources.
Water being used for misting systems and ways that do not involve consumption do not need health department clearance. It is wise to make sure that you have "potable" water and the source is reputable! Public pools and showers will not be permitted. Art pieces involving water are not considered showers unless they are labeled such and encourage bathing.
I Have Read And Understand The Flame Effects Fire Safety Agreement Information And Accept Its Conditions
I Have Read And Understand The Above Information on Fuel and Hazardous Materials Storage And Accept Its Conditions
Fire Safety Liaison Name
Fire Safety Liaison Phone Number
Fire Safety Liaison Email Address
Fire Safety Assistants
Burning Scenario
Via the Web
Fuel 1 Type
Fuel 1 Quantity
Fuel 1 Delivery
Fuel 1 Storage
Fuel 2 Type
Fuel 2 Quantity
Fuel 2 Delivery
Fuel 2 Storage
Fuel 3 Type
Fuel 3 Quantity
Fuel 3 Delivery
Fuel 3 Storage
Safety Plan