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Anyone Got Pics?

NetDiva — Wed, 05 Sep 2007 23:47:12 GMT

Post'm Please!

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public service announcement

pyrokitten — Mon, 20 Aug 2007 10:27:24 GMT

the report from the playa is dust dust and more dust. we are advised to bring proper goggles without vents on the sides, something better than cheap raver goggles. also respirators are suggested. high winds are anticipated so secure everything real good, and bring warm clothes for cold nights.

from what i've read, it sounds like the 7-hour long dust storms of 2002 post-event are back. they were completely miserable, you couldn't see 10 feet in front of you, couldn't go anywhere because you'd just get lost and/or run into something. luckily it was after most people had left. we may not be so lucky this year, so be prepared.

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Playa Ride Share

NetDiva — Sun, 05 Aug 2007 23:02:50 GMT

Got extra space in your vehicle? Need a ride up or back?

Post the dates you're leaving/returning, spaces available or needed and contact info.

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Who wants to share shade with X and Crash?

Cr# — Wed, 08 Aug 2007 23:29:15 GMT

We are looking for some friendly, super chill people to share shade and possibly other living resources with. I have two large "snow camo shade covers" (not sure what they're really called -they are white) but we don't have structure nor will we have much time to set it up as we're on the cooking staff making you guys yummy meals.

X and I will arrive on-Playa on Fri. (24th) or Sat. (25th) and departing on Mon. or Tue. after the Burn.

If interested pls. email me directly: crashalmighty@yahoo.com We can start a dialog over email.

Thanks!

-Cr#

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space

NetDiva — Mon, 06 Aug 2007 15:40:05 GMT

We still have room for a few people who don't have RVs.

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PAY UP!

NetDiva — Mon, 06 Aug 2007 15:37:40 GMT

If you have trouble reading this email, you can view it here (http://www.divalish.net/devilsworkshopEmail/20070805.html).
Dear Prospective Devil's Denizen:

If you are getting this message, it's because you have confirmed your intent to camp at the Devil's Workshop & Day Spa and you have not paid your dues

Until we get your payment, your spot is not reserved!

Tomorrow, 8/6, dues go up to $100/person. The first 250 people to pay their dues will get in. If you don't pay, someone may get your spot. We are now at about 220. Bring your payment into the shop and give it to Dan, Monica or Diva, or paypal dan@dandasmann.com.

We really want you to be part of this awesome community we're building so don't procrastinate. If you need to make special arrangements, talk to me as soon as possible!

Love Lust & Playa Dust!!
Diva

netdiva@gmail.com

In this email:

* Got Questions? - Contact emails and numbers
* Meals - Deadlines and details
* How to Get Your Stuff on the Trucks
* Ride Shares

Got Questions?

Got questions about the Devil's Workshop and Day Spa? Your contact people are Diva and Monica. Dan & Karen are building sculptures, not running the camp. Don't call them, they probably don't have the answer anyway.

Email Monica, crudeawakening.volunteer@gmail.com or Diva, netdiva@gmail.com. Please understand that we're receiving about sixty camp-related messages a day and doing our best to answer them in a timely manner.

If it's really urgent, you can call Diva weekdays between 5pm-11pm, weekends any time, at 415/845-4510. I have a day job so please do not call me until after 5pm!

Meals
Photo of ZigZag

If you're planning on being part of the meal plan, your last day to get your payments in is August 10 or until we reach 150 people. We're filling up quick so if you want to enjoy our kitchen, please get your payment in, ASAP!

Just to update you, we now have two full-time gourmet chefs, Jeff Holmes and ZigZag, managing our kitchen, plus a kitchen staff of ten. (That's ZigZag in the photo to the right.)

All of our produce is coming from Planet Organic. We have purchased a refridgerated storage container (16'x8') which will serve as a walk-in fridge/freezer. There will be an ice machine, full commercial kitchen, themed meals, salad bar to accompany lunch and dinner and more surprises that Jeff and ZigZag keep adding!

It's $140 for seven days (8/27 - 9/3) or $80 for four days (8/31 - 9/3). Both plans include three meals a day. You can bring a check or cash into the American Steel building and give it to me, Monica, or Dan, or you can paypal dan@dandasmann.com.

Ride Shares

Got extra space in your vehicle? Need a ride up or back? Go here to hook-up with your camp mates and arrange a ride.

Trucks

This section only applies to people who have already made arrangements with Dan, Karen, Diva and Monica.

Some of you are planning to transport art or gear to the Playa on the Crude Awakenings trucks. These guidelines will ensure that your stuff makes it to the Playa.

* Everything must be here in the American Steel Building by August 9!
* Pack it as tightly and compact as possible.
* Clearly mark your stuff so that it's very obvious it's yours!
* When you arrive at American Steel, ask Monica, Diva or Margaret to show you where to unload. This will ensure that we get your stuff on the truck.

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Not Enough Cooks in Our Kitchen!

NetDiva — Thu, 14 Jun 2007 07:18:36 GMT

The Devil's Workshop & Day Spa, an all new large-scale theme camp, supporting the Crude Awakenings Crew & other artists, is looking for a small team of great cooks. This is an excellent opportunity for a few responsible Burners that are looking to help contribute. Additionally, the position comes with a free Burning Man ticket, free meals, free camp dues and free transportation to/from the event. You can't beat that!

About the Position

We are building one of the largest art installations that has ever been on the playa Our crew will be on the playa from August 13 - Sep 7. Our camp, The Devil's Workshop and Day Spa will be providing meals to our campers and the Crude Crew (about 30 people). We will need 5-8 people who can commit to being on the playa for one to two weeks (doesn't have to be concurrent) and will make two meals a day and staff the kitchen. We will have a fully equipped kitchen with fridge, stove, sink, etc. There will be camp volunteers to help with clean-up but the kitchen staff is in charge of coordinating them.

We are also looking for a head cook/kitchen manager. It would be an ideal job to split for a couple!

In Exchange You Get

* a free Burning Man ticket
* free meals while you're on the playa.
* waived camp dues ($50).
* space on our trucks to haul your stuff there and back.
* and to be part of this exciting and dynamic project.
* more perks for the kitchen mgr/head cook --TBA

Interested? Here's what to do...

It's pretty important to us that our team gets well fed. So we need to know that you're reliable, have experience cooking for groups, and aren't going to burn out and leave us hungry. Even though you'll be at Burning Man, we need you to consider this a job. Although we're paying you in trade, it's a pretty great package!

If you're interested in this position, please email Diva ( netdiva@gmail.com ) and tell me a little bit about yourself and why you should be considered. If I don't know you, I'm going to want some info about other projects you've worked on, how many times you've been in the desert, who can vouch for you, etc.

Feel free to forward!

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About the Devil's Workshop & Day Spa

The Devil's Workshop & Day Spa is your one stop shop for idle hands and the ultimate DIY experience. Use of our shaded state-of-the-art shop with everything from wrachets to welders. When your work is done, relax at our Day Spa, featuring all the accoutrements and a grey-water evaporating waterfall.

We have asked to be located at 3pm & Esplanade. More info can be found here: tribes.tribe.net/devilsworkshop

About Crude Awakenings

A play in two parts, by Karen Cusolito & Dan Das Mann, Crude Awakening illustrates our so-called modern society replete with our dependence on oil to support our lust for cars, power, products and convenience. What happens when the oil is gone? Will the Earth still be healthy enough to further sustain us? Have we finally gone too far?

The nine faithful are portrayed in monumental scale, at the conclusion of their pilgrimage to pay homage to the highest and holiest deity - the Revered Oil Derrick. Some have arrived and assumed their respective postures of worship, others are still approaching from the direction of the horizon.

More info can be found here: headlesspoint.com/surge.html

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fillin' up fast

NetDiva — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 20:52:46 GMT

We're filling up fast. In fact, we're almost full. We're officially limiting the camp to 250 people and I think we're at 220 right now. You aren't confirmed until you've paid your dues. At this rate, we may not have room for everyone so be sure you've confirmed and paid your camp dues.

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Camp Info --important stuff

NetDiva — Mon, 30 Jul 2007 21:17:30 GMT

If you have trouble reading this email, you can view it here.
Dear Campers,

We are so excited that you're interested in camping with us at The Devil's Workshop & Day Spa , this year at Burning Man 2007. We're getting close to time to p= ack up and head home to Black Rock City.

This email contains a lot of information about our camp, including confirmation deadlines and payment details. You should begin receiving email from us once or twice a week from here on out! (If you've made other arrangements, please let us know to remove you from the list.)

Love Lust & Playa Dust!!0
Diva

In this Email

* Camp Amenities
* How To Confirm (by 7/27)
* Dues Schedule
* Meal Plan
* Camp Shifts
* Managers Needed

Camp Ammenities

We plan to include lots of the comforts of home, including:

* We are covering every square inch of our camp in carpet!
* private camp shower
* two private (locked) porta-potties
* 2000 square feet of glorious shade
* meal plan with professional chef and kitchen staff
* biodiesel 75,000 WATT generator
* 180 square foot floating observation deck, 60 feet up!
* Two frozen margarita machines
* More perks just keep coming!

This is subject to change but most likely we'll be adding items, not taking them away. For a complete camp description, please see us on tribe.

How To Confirm

We need to know if you're planning to camp with the Devil's Workshop & Day Spa by Friday, July 27. Please email crudeawakening.volunteer@gmail.com and include the following information:

1. Your name
2. Number and names of people camping with you
3. Arrival & Departure Dates
4. RV or tent?
4b. Number and approximate size of each
5. Are you part of the Crude Crew?
6. Are you participating in the meal plan?
6b. Are you a vegetarian?
7. Can you participate in break-down? (9/2-9/4)
8. Do you have any first-time burners in your group?
9. Special Needs or Comments

Dues Schedule*

Recommended form of payment is Paypal. (Click Send Money tab at www.paypal.com and enter dan@dandasmann.com) Alternately, you can bring cash to American Steel and give it to Dan. Make sure he writes it down.

The longer you wait, the more you pay. Here's the schedule:
before 7/27 » $75
7/28 - 8/5 » $85
8/6 - 8/10 » $100
after 8/10 » too late - no exceptions!

If you need to make other arrangements for payment, please email me, netdiva@gmail.com.

(* Crude Crew is not exempt from dues.)

Meal Plan

We are so excited to announce that we have a professional chef camping with us who will be cooking up three healthy and delicious meals a day. Plenty of options for both carnivores and vegitarians will be offered and all of our vegetables will be organic. Best of all, the meal plan will only cost $20 per day for all three meals!

Watch your inbox for another email, soon, giving you more information about the meal plan, how it will work and how to sign up.

Camp Shifts

In order to keep our camp beautiful and comfy, we're asking that each camper volunteer to take two 4-hour shifts during the week. These will include things like kitchen clean-up, camp security, MOOP patrol, workshop or day spa monitoring, teaching classes in the workshop or day spa, etc. Before you arrive on the Playa, we will be asking you to sign-up for your shifts.

If for some reason, you miss a shift, please make it up. We rely on your contributions and talent to make this work!l

Managers Needed!

We need a few reliable souls who will be point people for various categories. This doesn't mean you do all the work, just be sure that someone is doing it.

* Set-up
* Break down
* Water fill-ups and evaporation
* General Infrastructure
* MOOP Patrol
* Security

Can you help out? Is there something not mentioned that you'd like to help with? Email crudeawakening.volunteer@gmail.com with suggestions.

That's all we've got for now. If you want off this list or if your plans have changed, please reply to this email and let us know.

Thanks!

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Second Camp Communication

NetDiva — Mon, 30 Jul 2007 21:18:14 GMT

If you have trouble reading this email, you can view it here.
Dear Devil's Denizens:

We've got so much news to share!!

Today, we heard from the Burning Man placement team and we can now announce our playa address: 5:00 & Esplanade. Damn, that's some prime real estate! Time to get planning our camp map...

Mustang Jack and the Brain Freeze crew have announced plans to stake out our back corner with two frozen margarita machines and a whole lot of Stickers. Meanwhile, we let Dan Das Mann and Che loose in a kitchen auction to get supplies for our kitchen. They came back with a commercial ice machine, an 16'x8' walk in freezer, hot chocolate machine, waffle irons, and a truckload of kitchen equipment.

Speaking of food, Jeff Holmes has sold us his soul and his culinery expertise. He'll be managing the Devil's Kitchen. An eleven year playa veterin, Jeff has managed resort kitchens and is a mighty-fine cook. Along with our full time kitchen staff, and full on-playa commercial kitchen, he'll make sure that temptations are never far away. Did we mention that all our food will be organic?

Here's how the meal plan will work. We're offering two plans, seven days (8/27 - 9/3) for $140 or four days (8/31 - 9/3) for $80. That's just $20/day which we think is a pretty awesome deal! You must decide before August 10th. You can send your payment in with your camp dues.

Lastly, if you haven't paid your dues yet, starting tomorrow (8/28), they go up to $85. You can paypal dan@dandasmann.com. If you haven't confirmed, there's still time. We're extending the deadline to Wed, 8/1 or until we reach 180 people. Hurry because we're filling up. Details about how to confirm are below.

Love Lust & Playa Dust!!
Diva

netdiva@gmail.com

How To Confirm

We need to know if you're planning to camp with the Devil's Workshop & Day Spa by Wednesday, August 1. Please email crudeawakening.volunteer@gmail.com and include the following information:

1. Your name
2. Number and names of people camping with you
3. Arrival & Departure Dates
4. RV or tent?
4b. Number and approximate size of each
5. Are you part of the Crude Crew?
6. Are you participating in the meal plan?
6b. Are you a vegetarian?
7. Can you participate in break-down? (9/2-9/4)
8. Do you have any first-time burners in your group?
9. Special Needs or Comments

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5 o'clock and Esplanade BABY!

NetDiva — Fri, 27 Jul 2007 23:54:32 GMT

We got placed!!!!

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Chicks with guns

NetDiva — Thu, 31 May 2007 03:42:27 GMT

Cat and Pyrokitten had pics of themselves with guns so I felt left out. I changed mine.

WOOOHOOO!

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Camp Questionnaire Answers

NetDiva — Wed, 30 May 2007 20:36:56 GMT

(snip)

As submitted in our application;

Purchased a ticket?:
——————-
no

What years have you attended Burning Man?:
——————————

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(’2001′, ‘2002′, ‘2003′, ‘2004′, ‘2005′, ‘2006′)

Previous Projects:
—————–
Passage, Leaping Giants, Greeters, DPW Work Weekends, etc

Other Contributions:
——————-
Greeters,DPW Work Weekends, Dustfish

Last Year’s Contact:
——————-
Dan Das Mann & Lord Huckleberry

<<<< QUESTIONNAIRE INFORMATION >>>>

Theme Camp Questionnaire

Village, Theme Camp or Department?:
———————————-
Village

Camp Name:
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The Devil’s Workshop & Day Spa

Listed on Map:
————-
listed

Listed on Website:
—————–
listed

Text for website listing:
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The Devil’s Workshop & Day Spa is your one stop shop for idle hands and the
ultimate DIY experience. Use of our shaded state-of-the-art shop with
everything from wrachets to welders. When your work is done, relax at our Day
Spa, featuring all the accoutrements and a grey-water evaporating waterfall.

Public URL for Camp :
——————–
http://www.divalish.net/blog/?cat=3

Requested Location 1st choice.:
——————————
Esplanade 3:00

Requested Location, 2nd choice.:
——————————-
Esplanade 4:00

Requested Location, 3rd choice.:
——————————-
Esplanade 5:00

You would prefer to camp near…:
——————————–
(’Illumination Village’, ‘You Are That Pig’)

You would prefer not to camp near…:
————————————
(’No Preference’,)

Comments:
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We are the support crew for Crude Awakenings including Karen Cusolito & Dan

Das Mann. We will be storing tools and equipment in camp and need pretty easy
access to the esplanade/playa.

Approximate Space Needed:
————————
[’200′, ‘365′]

Approximate Space Needed:
————————
200 ft. by 365 ft.

Number Of Campmates:
——————-
200 to 299

Arrival Date:
————
Earlier

Number and Type of Vehicles:
—————————
15+ Buses and RVs over 25 feet
20 cars/trucks/SUVs
1 large crane

Alternative Power:
—————–
Our generator will be running vegetable oil

Generators:
———-
1 75K generator running veggie oil

Physical Description:
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Facing the Esplanade will be a 12′ tall gate made of sheet metal, shaped like
the face of the devil. Burners will enter through this gate. The facial
features of the gate will be cut out and back-lit with red lighting. “Bits”
from Crude awakening will be welded on to embelish the features. Fire will
“poof” from the horns.

The front-facing area (carved out about 75′ across by 30′ deep) will be our
shaded common area. The Devil’s Workshop will be made of work benches lining
the right half of this area. Lining the perimeter of the left half, will be
our kitchen area. In the center will be couches and tables. To the left of
the kitchen will be a series of carport-style shade structures, attached to
make the Devil’s Day Spa. Inside will be yoga, massage tables, couches and
chairs, day spa supplies, and a glorious waterfall made from the grey water
used in our kitchen & the spa.

After our art piece is completed, we will be parking our Galion All Terrain
Crane (60′ Boom) behind the center of our common area. Suspended from the
crane will be the former “Dustfish Borg Bar” which will be used as a floating

observation deck.

Behind the Workshop & Day Spa, will be space for campers. RVs will line the
perimeters and there will be some perimeter parking for crew vehicles &
resident Burning Man Staff (Cat) that cannot be blocked in. Backing up to the
kitchen (so as to share the water supply), will be our shower. (The grey water
for this will be filtered through pantyhose and be split between the Day Spa
Waterfall & an evaporation pond.)

Tents and campers will be logically arranged around walk-ways and zones.

In the very back will be Jack & Tanya from Mostly Mustangs will be providing
Sticker Camp & their frozen margarita machine.

Interactivity Description:
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The Workshop:
Burners will be able to make use of an incredible selection of tools,
including hand tools, welders, and safety equipment. Members of the Crude
Awakenings crew will be onhand to supervise, ensure safety ranks higher than
third, and to instruct people on how to use the tools. Welding class sign-ups
will be easy to find and daily welding workshops will be given on the playa.
The shop will be open and supervised 16 hours a day. Art cars can come by to
make repairs. Costumers can mend a sleeve. Carpentry tools will be
available… This is Dan Das Mann & Karen Cusolito’s tool shed on load to the
playa!!! The only catch will be that tools must be used *on-site*.

The Day Spa:
Inside an enclosed carport, we will provide a tranquil oasis for weary burners
to come in and wash their feet, get a massage, practice yoga (with Steve23 &
Juicy), and take care of their bodies. The Day Spa will be primarily
self-service and open round-the-clock. Ambient music and soft lighting will
help set the tone. Used water will be poured into a reservoir, filtered and
fuel the relaxing waterfall. Heat will be provided during the evenings and

electric fans during the day. A misting system will surround the perimeter,
cooling people as they enter (also using recycled filtered grey
water).

PARTIAL LIST OF TOOLS OFFERED:
MIG welders
stick welders
solder-core welders
welding hoods
welding gloves (all sizes)
welding jackets
1 plasma cutter
several hand grinders
grinder wheels (cut-off disks, wire brushes, etc)
assorted wrenches (metric & standard)
electric drills
drill bits
socket sets
hammers
hand-sized band saw
pliers
wood saws
scissors
wratchets
lug wrenches/tire irons
air compressor
compressor fittings
impact wrenches
circular saw
assorted allen wrenches
staple gun
nail gun
cable cutter
1 sewing machine
pry bar
screw driver sets
assorted random screws, nuts, bolts & washers
tap & die set
gromet kit
wire strippers
wire crimpers
paint brushes
paint rollers
tarps
drop cloths
crescent wrenches
plenty of foam brushes
ball pin hammers
claw hammers
mallets
oxy acetylene torch
etc

Project Features:
—————-
(”Structures over 15′ high”, ‘Holes dug in the Playa’, ‘Massage’,
‘Scaffolding’, ‘Showers’)

Project Interactivity:
———————
(’24 hour interactive elements’, ‘chill space’, ‘crafts’, ‘educationBased’,
‘fire art’, ‘found art’)

Art Installation:
—————-
yes

Art Installation Name:
———————
Crude Awakenings

Art Installation Contact:
————————
Dan Das Mann, (snip)
Karen Cusolito, (snip)

Art Location:
————
open playa

Burning:
——-
yes

Combustibles:
————
no

Primary Flame Type:
——————
priPyrotechnics

Secondary Flame Type:
——————–
secFlameEffects

Tertiary Flame Type:
——————-
terOpenFire

Mutant Vehicles:
—————
yes

Mutant Vehicle Contacts:
———————–
Kevin Deetz (snip)

Sound Amplification:
——————-
no

Big-Name Performers:
——————-
no

Stage:
—–
no

Clean Up Plan:
————-
(’Monica Fine & Diva will be in charge of monitoring clean-up. We will be
alternating days.’, ‘Each of our camp members will be required to take two
4-hour shifts during the event. Duties will include kitchen duty (clean up),
litter patrol, gathering recyclables and carting them to recycle camp, sorting
garbage and taking burnables to burn platforms, putting tools away and
cleaning up the work shop, straightening up the Day Spa, filling the waterfall
with grey water, etc.’, ‘Additionally, we have enough berber carpet remnants
to carpet 3/4 of our camp. This means that anything which hits the ground
will get rolled up into the carpet afterwards. We also know that carpet
sometimes leaves MOOP so we will be sure to clean up after we roll it up.’,
‘When we leave, all campers will comb every bit carefully and look for MOOP.
Dump runs will be made in the City when we return home which means that all of
our MOOP goes back with us.’, ‘This is a camp of seasoned burners who are very
aware and responsible. We guarantee that we will be cleaning up after
ourselves and leaving NO trace.’)

Map URL:
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http://www.divalish.net/blog/?p=18

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