Burning Man 2004- The Vault of Heaven

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The discussion revolves around the Burning Man 2004 festival, themed "The Vault of Heaven," focusing on astronomy and cosmology. Participants express excitement about the potential for excellent stargazing in the Nevada Black Rock Desert, despite concerns about the usual bonfires and pyrotechnics interfering with visibility. There is a debate about the existence of a central theme for the event, with one participant initially claiming there isn't one, but later acknowledging the theme after being corrected. Additionally, there is curiosity about the average cost to attend the festival. The conversation highlights the unique blend of art, community, and celestial observation that defines this year's Burning Man experience.
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I was curious if anyone here is attending the Burning Man festival this year given that the theme is "The Vault of heaven" and astronomy/cosmology- http://www.burningman.com/themecamps_installations/bm04_theme.html

there should be a huge number of telescopes and it's in the middle of the Black Rock dessert- best views on earth!


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1) You're looking at only one theme camp. The entire Burning Man event does not have an overriding theme.

2) Quite a bit of the site you linked is hocus-pocus.

- Warren
 
Isn't Burning Man usually sarounded by huge bonfires and some pyrotechnics? Sounds like the one time the dessert would be a lousy place for skywatchers.
 
LURCH said:
Isn't Burning Man usually sarounded by huge bonfires and some pyrotechnics? Sounds like the one time the dessert would be a lousy place for skywatchers.


the desert is vast- it's easy to find dark areas- I've traveled all over the world and the Nevada Black Rock Desert has the best night sky visability I've ever seen



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1) You're looking at only one theme camp. The entire Burning Man event does not have an overriding theme.

- Warren

this is false statement- every year Burning Man has a central theme- as you can see on the official link- "Burning Man's art theme for 2004 is Vault of Heaven." http://www.burningman.com/ the central Burning Man statue itself is going to be erected on a large observatory-like installation

before you post claims about well publicized events- check your facts-
 
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setAI said:
this is false statement- every year Burning Man has a central theme- as you can see on the official link- "Burning Man's art theme for 2004 is Vault of Heaven." http://www.burningman.com/ the central Burning Man statue itself is going to be erected on a large observatory-like installation

before you post claims about well publicized events- check your facts-
I actually did read the page before posting, but I missed it. You're correct; I apologize.

- Warren
 
What is the average cost per person to go to Burning Man?

:o) Thanks very much.
 
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