****We are a group of Polyamorists seeking to live our dreams,
and this camp is one manifestation of that. Polyamory involves
openness to multiple loving relationships, with honesty among
all partners.****
That quote is the Intro to our Yahoo Group as well as our web site.
We all come to BM and PolyParadise from our own communities and
our own households. Each with a different set of rules or
understandings / agreements between the different people and
groups of people who accompanied us to BM.
Burning Man is a society where customs are quite different than the
default world. But this does not mean that it is a 'free for all'.
The personal limits of others can easily be pushed or disregarded.
Please do not make any assumptions that because a person of either
gender is naked that they want 'touch', in our camp as well as your
ventures on the Playa. As Poly's we 'Process' in our own
ways...Touching without asking or without having prior permission
to do so is unacceptable in PP.
The Human Carcass Wash
If you have never been a participant in the HCW, you are in for a
treat, both participating and helping run it.
The HCW breaks gender barriers for being touched, it of course by
its nature of being washed means it also 'Requires' people to be
naked and to be washed. People who would not otherwise be naked, or
want to be photographed doing such an activity.
With the HCW we have a VERY important role to play as PP campers. I
highly encourage everyone to get involved in this fun activity.
The HCW area is a 'No Camera Zone'. I have 2 signs that are
highly visible as well as the LARGE YELLOW sign donated by
Stagger.
When dealing with someone who is taking pictures politely ask
them to respect our 'No Camera' Request. If they become
belligerent, please do not provoke them. People are going to be
people. We need to be vigilant about providing a safe No Camera
Zone area for our Playa Guests, but using violence or the threat
of violence will get us now where.
Another essential part of the smooth running of the HCW is that
those running the activity must make sure that all participants
'Must' be asked their boundaries for being touched prior to being
the one washed. We must make sure that all other participants have
heard that stated boundary, or the question is asked again at the
next station.
If a HCW participant breaks this stated boundary, that person
should be pulled aside and dealt with in a civil manner and
tone. If you feel you cannot defuse the situation yourself bring
this issue to the attention of Stroke_Greg or myself...
For Those That Choose To Be Naked
If you have a 'Bare Bottom' I ask you to have a towel or
some covering for the chair you will plop your bare bottom on....
THANK YOU!!!!!!!
Leave No Trace
Czar de Garbage'. There will be clearly marked areas for Burnable,
Recyclable and Wet 'Community Trash'. Please use them!!!
Coolers & Ice on the Playa
There will be a section in the Kitchen area where Community Coolers
will be stored. If you put a cooler in this area and it is not for
'Public' consumption please label as such. All coolers in this
Community area will be drained, repacked and iced each day starting
Monday. The drained cooler water will be captured & used
for dishwashing.
Starting on Monday I will be making a Community Ice Run when
CAMPARCTICA opens. The first portion of the ice purchased will go
to refilling the Community Coolers, there will also be an
unknown number of Bags of ice left over. They will be available
on a first come first serve basis.
PolyParadise Showers
All Hail Tailfeather & Twist!!! They have provided us with a
shower....
Kitchen & Community Meals
The Kitchen and all its contents (Except marked coolers) will be
available for all PP campers to use and consume. Please be
respectful in cleaning up after yourself after using the Kitchen.
Wash any and all utensils, pots, spills in a reasonable amount of
time after you have prepared any food. Within 6 hours is an
acceptable time frame...
There will be a Dish Washing & Rinsing Station available...Please
use it!!!
If you have volunteered to host a Community Meal or will be
providing side dishes, Dinner bell is rung at 6p, please plan your
cooking & preparation time accordingly. Please be respectful of the
Poly High Tea discussion while in the Kitchen/Community area while
preparing your meal.
There will be Pots & Pans, Stoves, Utensils, Propane, Spices and
just about everything else you need to make an awesome Playa Meal.
Camp Layout
In 2007 we have 96 campers within our borders including
8 RV's. We
had plenty of space for everyone, and even had room within the camp
for a driveway of sorts. When
you arrive on the Playa make sure to see
Scotto for proper
placement within our space 'BEFORE' you unpack anything.
Failure to do so may have you moving stuff you believe is
already in its place.
As things will inevitably change On-Playa...Our scattered
arrival times creates a LARGE puzzle to piece together as the
week progresses within our own camp. The size of your allotted space within the camp will
always be adjusted to maximize for the greater good.
"The needs of the many outweigh the needs of the few...or the
One"
No matter how much room we may have It is VERY important how you place your Guide wires,
Stakes, Ropes or what have you. Do NOT make it an obstacle course
to navigate for yourself or others traversing through the camp. ALL
rebar must be 'Cained' or covered with a Tennis Ball or Plastic
Bottle to prevent injuries...Guide wires must be marked for night
visibility.
The Re-Rebirth of Polywomb as 4 Peas (Perfect Place for Poly
Play)
The Poly Play Space - 4 Peas (Perfect Place for Poly
Play) had a rough time over the years...
For 2008 we will again have a 28ft Dome
graciously donated to us by Tailfeather. All Hail
Tailfeather!!
The Dome will have mood lights and also have a Black Light Sign
at its entrance.
We will need tarps, blankets, pillows, comforters, and whatever
else you may want for it is YOUR Play Space.
Camp Guests
You will be responsible for any and all actions of ANY
guest that you bring into our Camp.
