Getting Through Gate

Hey there, I have super important stuff you should read!!

Squeezie returning with the last minute reminder of how to successfully pass through Gate without being routed into the Blackhole Zone or told you cannot pass.

To pass through Gate, you must have all your chevrons in order.

> First and foremost, you must have purchased a ticket! We do not sell tickets at Gate.

I really don't like turning people away for this reason, but it will be done.

> You must have a valid legal ID with a name that matches the name you purchased your ticket with.

Dead names are real and we don't want to cause you extra stress, so please reach out to Gate via email if this applies to you.

> You cannot bring: Firewood, Fireworks/explosives, Firearms, or Pets/Animals.

We are currently in a burn ban, so it's awkward to remind that we do supply firewood, but just in case... If you do bring any of these things, you will be asked to take them to a safe location off site before you're allowed admittance.

> If you arrive after Gate Close, you are NOT allowed to enter the event. There are consequences if you do.

If you know you will be arriving late, email Gate and we'll work with you!

There is a Late Arrival parking lot. DO NOT park on the road. There will be a sign lit up that denotes this area. You are free to set up your tent if it's more comfortable to sleep that way versus your car seat.

> Gate is closer to the main road than last year! We're not directly up on the road, but don't be surprised if you go "this feels off" when you pull up to us.

> Please remember we're all just volunteers and we understand that your travel may have been rough and you're the mix of excited/tired/stressed. Don't take it out on us...

Last but not least... Read the mf survival guide!!!! All of this information, and more (like Gate Hours), is found in it. We don't promise to give a quiz at Gate, but we haven't decided yet.

See you all soon!!

WHAT, WHEN, WHERE Is Ready Now!

THE WHAT, WHEN, WHERE IS READY TO DOWNLOAD AND PRINT!

That's right, the all-encompassing, semi-official agenda of sorts for all of the events that you and your theme camps registered with us has been finished and is now ready for you to see.

All in a conveniently printable PDF to help you beat back the FOMO demons and schedule everything you want to experience at the Experiment.

Go check it out now right here: https://www.mosaicexperiment.com/www

Mosaic Experiment 2024: Lost & Found Map

The Map is here! The Map is here! The Map is here!

Check out the link below for zoomable, interactive Mosaic Map fun! Brought to you by our amazing Placement Lead, Iridescence!

THE MAP!

𝐍𝐞𝐞𝐝-𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐓𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭 𝐃𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐎𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐕𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐮𝐩𝐬 𝐄𝐱𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐒𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟏𝐬𝐭!⁣

You heard it right folks! We've extended the deadlines for donations and signups a few more days?⁣

⁣Why? We need a bit more Communal Effort and Participation before we head to the Razorgrass!⁣

⁣We are just shy of fulfilling the last 2 requests for Need-Based Tickets and we know that you want to make sure those folks can make it to this year's Mosaic Experiment 2024: Lost & Found! One of these folks could end up becoming your best friend, but unless we get them there with your help, you may never know! So dig deep and pay it forward in the best way possible by donating by this Saturday. Donations can be made directly through PayPal to: 𝐍𝐁𝐓@𝐦𝐨𝐬𝐚𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭.𝐜𝐨𝐦.⁣

⁣But wait, Online Volunteer Sign-ups have also been extended!⁣

It takes a lot of help to run a Burn, and getting that help ahead of time makes all the difference for making it run smoothly. We've still got a lot of shifts to fill before we hit the road to Reclaim and we need all the help we can get by the time we get there.

Visit https://www.mosaicexperiment.com/volunteersignup and sign up for one of the open shifts in our many departments by 𝘚𝘢𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘥𝘢𝘺, 𝘚𝘦𝘱𝘵𝘦𝘮𝘣𝘦𝘳 21𝘴𝘵; it could very well be the highlight of your entire Burn!

Mosaic Experiment 2024 Official Burn Ban Announcement

Dear Mosaic Experiment,

Despite the challenge of the current burn ban in effect in southeast Ohio, Mosaic Experiment will not be canceled. We see this as an opportunity for our community to demonstrate its resilience, creativity, and adaptability! 

Current Situation:

- A burn ban is currently in effect in Meigs County, Ohio where Mosaic Experiment takes place. https://dam.assets.ohio.gov/image/upload/com.ohio.gov/SME%20Video%20Interviews/SFM_-_Open_Burning_Order_9-13-2024_UPDATE.pdf

- Mosaic Experiment will not be canceled because of this, but we must comply with all state and local regulations.

- This situation is fluid and subject to change depending on the most current order from the State of Ohio Fire Marshal

- We will post updates as the ban changes. Please prepare for various scenarios

- Please do not contact authorities on our behalf

Current Restrictions apply anywhere on the Mosaic site (this includes tents, theme camps, art installations, but doesn't include RV's and vehicles)

1. No open flames of any kind are permitted. Repeat violators must be ejected from the event or we will risk losing both our insurance and the ability to burn again at Reclaim.

This includes:

   - Our effigy

   - Campfires (both wood and propane)

   - Burn barrels

   - Charcoal grills

   - Flame effects for exhibition 

2. Propane cooking stoves are permitted, with the following conditions:

   - Fire extinguishers and ample water must be readily accessible.

   - No flammable materials within 5 feet of the stove.

   - Proper oversight and safety measures in place.

3. Propane buddy (catalytic, with tip sensor) heaters are permitted

4. Cigarette smoking is permitted, but:

   - Do not put out or smolder cigarettes on grass or any flammable surface.

   - This applies to matches used to light cigarettes as well.

   - Properly dispose of all smoking materials.

Potential Changes, Safety, and Preparation:

- At any time, the ban could become more strict or be lifted.

- Attendees are strongly encouraged to prepare alternatives for cooking and heating in case of stricter regulations.

- Consider options like electric cooking appliances, solar ovens, community kitchens, or sous vide methods.

- Bring: Fire blankets, garden spray tanks, extinguishers, CO detectors, electric appliances.

We encourage our community to rise to this challenge and demonstrate our ability to adapt while prioritizing safety and Civic Responsibility. 

Need-Based Tickets - The Home Stretch

Hey guess what!

So far this year the combination of MOrg funding and generous community donations has directly funded 36 Needs-Based Ticket requests!

But we’re not done yet! There are 12 more requests currently UNMET! Current requests range from $45 towards the price of a ticket to full funding.

Can you help?

Donations of any amount can be sent to NBT@mosaicexperiment.com on PayPal.

Want to gift a full ticket or transfer an already purchased ticket to the program?

Email NBT@mosaicexperiment.com for directions.

Requesters:

Keep an eye on your email! Offers come out quickly and expire in only a few days now that we are approaching the end of the program. All pending requests will receive an update email by tomorrow evening.

If you had an offer and missed the deadline to accept, you may reach out via email to be put back in the queue at the end of the line.

Gratefully,

-BK

What, When, Where Submissions End September 17th

AHHHHHHH! We're getting so close to welcoming you all Home! But what will we all be doing when we get there? That's where the What, When, Where comes in!

Submit your individual or theme camp events, activities, dance parties, open bars, knitting circles, talent shows, etc. by September 17th (hint: that's the deadline for submissions) by visiting https://www.mosaicexperiment.com/www.

That way you can ensure the community knows where to be and when to whatever it is you're doing when the WWW gets published on our site on September 24th. And you can print it off and bring it with you to plan ahead? Cool, yea? So go now and get your stuff submitted and make this year an unforgettable Experiment!

Mosaic Orientation and Online Ranger Training

𝐌𝐨𝐬𝐚𝐢𝐜 𝐎𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠⁣⁣⁣

⁣⁣⁣So you're coming to Mosaic this year? Is it your first time? Or are you a diehard Burner, ready to flex your Participation muscles and help make this year's Burn great for everyone by volunteering for Rangers?⁣⁣⁣

Either way, we've got you covered with our Mosaic Orientation and Online Ranger Training Zoom Sessions that are happening before you even step foot on the Razorgrass (that's what us Experimenters call our Playa). Read on to get the details on these two pre-burn events we're putting on just for you!⁣⁣⁣

⁣⁣⁣𝘔𝘰𝘴𝘢𝘪𝘤 𝘖𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯⁣⁣⁣

⁣⁣⁣Are you attending Mosaic for the first time? Maybe it's your first burn of any kind? Do you have questions about Mosaic, Burning Man or Burning Man culture?⁣⁣⁣

⁣⁣⁣Have you been to many burns and have some stories to share? Are you looking for a theme camp to join? Are you a theme camp looking for members? Are you an artist that needs volunteers to get your project to Mosaic or the Big Burn?⁣⁣⁣

⁣⁣⁣Have no fear! Mosaic Orientation and Town Hall will be held on 𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐒𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟏𝐬𝐭, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 at 𝟑:𝟎𝟎𝐩𝐦 𝐄𝐒𝐓 over Zoom at: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83039075955?pwd=3sYsYmgt7AVdnLAfbrDrVaaLJGVKV3.1⁣⁣⁣

⁣⁣⁣Come get educated and acculturated. Meet fellow first timers as well as seasoned veterans and discover more about Mosaic, the big Burn and the 10 principles of Burning Man. This will be hosted by Mistress Colleen, our Greeter Lead, along with The LLC of Mosaic and several department Leads.⁣⁣⁣

⁣⁣⁣𝘖𝘯𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘙𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘦𝘳 𝘛𝘳𝘢𝘪𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨⁣⁣⁣

⁣⁣⁣In an effort to respect our participants time on site, we are offering a virtual zoom training for rangers this year. ⁣⁣⁣

⁣⁣⁣The session will be about an hour long, and we will go over the basics of ranger training. This is excellent information for both the crusty, playa covered veteran or the bright eyed new burner alike. ⁣⁣⁣

⁣⁣⁣Come join us for a talk about Rangers, what we are, what we do, what we don't do, and how you can help! ⁣⁣⁣

⁣⁣⁣Online Ranger training will be held on 𝐒𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐒𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟓𝐭𝐡, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 at 𝟔:𝟎𝟎𝐩𝐦 𝐄𝐒𝐓, with a possible second session occurring before the event (details to come). Attend the training over Zoom at: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82353201101?pwd=ofVfUaE8Dg9LObBJm3NGHONfrWgsb1.1

Mosaic Experiment 2024 is Right Around the Corner! Make Sure You...

Hey there folks, we are just over a month away from Mosaic Experiment 2024: Lost & Found and just want to remind you of some important deadlines and details before we all head Home to the glory that is the Razorgrass!

First: If you haven't already done so... BUY YOUR TICKETS. No ticket, no entry. Doesn't matter if you pick up a volunteer shift or if you're someone's former roommate's brother's second-cousin twice removed. You must have a ticket to attend. Get them HERE

Sales end September 24th.

Detail the 2nd: If you are planning on Volunteering for a shift before the start of the event (or one at or before gate opens the day of), you need to get signup for that shift by September 3rd. Click here now if this applies to you.

Detail Number 3: That being said, if you have one of those shifts or are part of the effigy team or a large camp that may need extra time to set up, you need to make sure you have submitted your Early Entry Request Forms by September 10th. Registrations for everything from firepits, car/rv camping, theme camps, large art instalations, you name it, are also due by September 10th. Luckily, both of those forms can be found right here.

The 4th Detail: Submissions for the What, When, Where close on September 17th, so if you want your special event listed in the WWW when it's published pre-event, you need to fill out that form here before the deadline: CLICK ME!

Online Volunteer Signups also close on September 17th. You can always sign up for a shift at the event by visiting the hubub but doing so makes all of our lives so much easier and we can all relax a little more when we're there. Please go sign up for a shift and raise the Volunteer Frogometer to maximum hops, we have a lot of shifts to fill and we're running out of time and freaking out about it. PLEASE CLICK AND SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER

Lastly, we are in need of your donations to the Need-Based Tickets Fund. We are currently $1800 short of funding all of the requests we received and the deadline to donate is September 17th. That means if we can all pool together and raise $600 per week from now until then, we can make sure that everyone gets to go this year. Let's get some Communal Effort going on this, yea?

Donate directly via PayPal to NBT@mosaicexperiment.com

Volunteer Sign-Ups OPEN NOW!

What makes a Burn successful? You do! Our event is 100% volunteer run and you in the community are the reason Mosaic Experiment shines brighter every year with your incredible Participation and Communal Effort. To keep up this great work, why not head over to the Volunteer Sign-ups page HERE to get your shifts scheduled early this year? It's one less thing you'll have to worry about later. ONE BURNER, ONE SHIFT!

Also, a reminder that the What, When, Where is now open for you to submit your theme camp or solo events to the community calendar so people know when to head over to your neck of the woods during the Experiment. You can find that HERE

Another reminder, Registrations for your theme camps, art installations, car and RV camping, fire pits, and early entry are all accepting your applications HERE. Go register now! Please, before you forget about it and have to take your entire theme camp to the far end of the Back-40 because Placement didn't know you needed a spot.

Last but not least, if you find yourself with a few bucks to spare this week, why not pay it forward to the community by donating to our Need-Based Tickets Program to keep Mosaic Experiment Radically Inclusive. Donate via our PayPal at NBT@mosaicexperiment.com. More info on the program can be found HERE