Camper Bios - 2012

Name: Kevin

Age: 56

Been to Burning Man before? When?
2010 was my first, and oh so awesome, year. I camped with Playa Surfers and had a ringside seat to the Esplanade. I rate this week as one of the three most awesome events in my life (I'll share the others later).
2011 was my second year and I camped with Menage a Trois; a trio of small groups hailing from LA, Ojai and Seattle. We built an art car; a moving van repurposed as an old fashioned steam locomotive named 'The Chooch'.

Who I Am- I grew up in NY, Mexico City and So Cal. Been living in Los Angeles since 1977. I spent my entire 20's living in an ashram and have continued to practice yoga, meditation, chanting for the last 35 years (I'm a kirtan drummer). I became a general contractor and spent 18 years doing public works. Subsequently I had a career shift and became a professional stock trader for the last 12 years. I'm ready for something new . . . ideas?

Why Burning Man? Why the hell not?!? I was blown away by the quality of people I've met on the playa and the sense of unity, community, and shared purpose. It's also undoubtedly the greatest party on earth. It's not always perfect but I think the people who organize and put this all together are amazing people who do a phenomenal job. I can't believe that a few hundred dollars ticket gets you entre to this world.

Why PolyParadise? I looked at a lot of camps and I really liked the structure and programs you provide. I'm not looking for a drink and party camp. I spent my first two years more as a spectator and now I want to be of service. I also happen to think that polyamory is way cool . . . if I could ever figure out how to make it happen!