AZBurner Core Values

When attending regional functions whether at Burning Man, someone's home or at a remote regional event the Azburners practice a few core values.

If your are new to our group we'd like you to take a moment and read them so you understand how we socialize as a group.

First and foremost is the Leave No Trace ethic. Pack it in Pack it out and clean up after your self. Leave nothing behind. Also we ask that you take the time to look around and be prepared to clean up something some other burner might have missed.

Respect other peoples property and that of their neighbors is an absolute. Trashing someone's home during a gathering or tossing trash, cups, bottles and cigarette butts on the ground or floor is a big No.

Use an ash tray and garbage can if the event is at someone's home. Or use your own trash receptacle at a remote event and take it home with you.

Acceptance of other cultures and lifestyles is required. We celebrate the differences between us but in the end we are all Burners. Individuality and radical self expression is part of the culture of Burning Man.

Have respect for other peoples personal boundaries. No means No. Just because someone is naked or partially so, does not mean they want to have sex with you, or that they want "Touch". You must treat everyone with respect and dignity even if we are silly looking and act weird.

Never Ever attempt to drive home intoxicated even if just slightly so. If you have had too much to drink and need a place to sleep it off there is always someone who can help you out or give you a ride home, just ask!

Violent behavior against others is not permitted. If you have issues with someone leave the area or ask the hosts or event security to intervene and resolve the dispute in a non violent way.

You must always ask if it is OK to take pictures or video of naked people for personal and private use. You must never place those images on a public website without their permission.

It is never OK to sell images or video of regional events. Or publish images of our events without written permission of the event hosts, planers and people photographed.

We practice a gift economy. Offering items and services for sale at regional events is prohibited. Vending and commercial activity is not allowed.

No spectators, Participate don't Spectate. Create and share!

Refrain from creating cliques. Obviously we all have close Burner friends we enjoy being with more than others. Include yourself, include others and you will make life long friends. Remember at one point we were all newbies.