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Just a camp at TTITD

    ...until the man burns

    WHO?

    Welcome to Camp ING, an ephemeral home base built each year by a crew of friends who have been doing this for over a decade. Based in Tahoe and Las Vegas, globally scattered. We are travelers, builders, designers, artists, and musicians, drawn to the work and the wonder: building something real, then watching it come alive at night. Radical Participation is the deal. No sherpas. No spectat-ING.
    See you in the dust.

    WHY?

    Burning Man is a hyperreal sensory symphony. We build Camp ING as a clean, welcoming, well lit home base in the dust so you can roam farther, reset faster, and always have a place that feels like yours. Music is on, happy hour is daily, and no matter how you roll back in, it still feels like home.

    What?

    Camp ING is a placed theme camp built as a simple, functional home base. We provide shared shade, a communal kitchen setup for you to cook your own food, a basic rinse station, and a well lit camp with clear landmarks so you can find home fast at night. We host daily happy hour and a rotating mix of camp led events all week. It’s built to keep you dialed, recharged, and ready to launch back into the city

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    Black Rock City, NV.

    WHERE?

    BRC map is a clock face: times for radial streets, letters from Esplanade outward.
    Typically we are placed in the Tokyo sector (9:00 area), roughly around streets C through F.    For 2026, we will post our exact cross streets here when placement drops in late May or early June.Get notified when we are placed:

    Drop your email. No spam!

    WHY JOIN A THEME CAMP AT ALL?
    Should I be Camp-ING?

      You can absolutely roll solo with a tent and a dream. People do it every year and crush it...but why?But here’s the reality check: Burning Man provides porta potties, roads, and ice, and you still have to buy the ice. Everything else is built by people. On purpose. Together.And Black Rock City is not a passive backdrop. It doesn’t let you stay on autopilot. People say you get the Burn you need, not the Burn you want, because this place has a way of meeting you where you are.BRC is a liminal pressure cooker where the usual masks slip. The dust and sleep debt grind your edges down in the best way, so your defenses drop and you feel things fresh. You’ll laugh, you might even cry, but then you’ll immediately start planning how to come back for more.Burning Man can leave you raw in every sense: sleep deprived, dust coated, socially spun out, emotionally wide open. A good camp doesn’t soften that. It makes it sustainable.Not as a crutch. As a home base.A solid camp reduces friction so you can spend your energy where it matters. Communal shade lowers the heat load. Shared infrastructure cuts decision fatigue and packing burden. Familiar faces stop the social drift. Good lighting keeps the night from turning into a scavenger hunt...and the Music keeps it all flowing. The result is simple: more bandwidth for the moments you came for.Why join Camp ING specificallyING is built around one idea: keep the home base clean, welcoming, and easy to return to, so you can roam farther and still have something that feels like yours when you come back.We run a consistent rhythm: music, daily happy hour, and a camp that stays well lit with clear landmarks. That structure is not organization for organization’s sake. It creates a reliable place to regroup, rehydrate, and reconnect, then launch back into the city.We also keep it human scale. Small enough to know names, not just faces. Organized enough to run smoothly. Loose enough to stay fun.Participation is required, but it is not one size fits all. If you’re introverted, neurodivergent, or just not feeling super social, you are welcome here. There are a million ways to contribute, and we will help you find a lane that fits.If that sounds like the way you want to Burn, you’ll fit here.Want the practical details? See: What you can count on from INGReady to raise your hand?: Join Us

    What to expect at ING

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    WHAT... exists in camp
    This is the logistics page. Here’s what we build and run at camp so you can plan your week and pack smart.
    PLACEMENT
    You’ll know where you live before you arrive, so your friends can find you and you can map your week.
    SHADE
    1,200 sq ft shaded common area with high quality aluminet, plus shaded zones for kitchen, tea tent, and dining.

    Want shade at your tent too? we do have some available but it's closer quarters and first come first serve. If you like to spread out, bring your own personal tent shade.
    Shade ideas
    KITCHEN
    Cook your own food with real infrastructure: Blackstone griddle, camp stoves, camp propane, basic pots and pans, and the usual tools.

    If you make a mess, you clean it. Zero exceptions.

    We only do a couple organized camp meals, but if you want to bring an idea, we’re into it. We also hold a food permit for public serving during hosted moments.
    SHOWER
    2025 brought a brand new shower setup. Details coming soon for 2026.
    POWER
    We run generators for camp lights and music, and there is always an outlet for charging phones and small devices like lights etc.

    Camp power is not sized for personal AC units or charging e- bikes every day. please reach out if you have any questions here.
    LIGHTS AND LANDMARKS
    Common areas and pathways are lit, plus big ING landmarks so camp is easy to spot and navigate at night.
    MUSIC AND HAPPY HOUR
    Daily music for vibes and events. Happy hour runs 3:33 to 5:55 pm daily.
    TOWER
    Sunrise and sunset sessions. Climb the tower at your own risk.
    COMMUNITY
    From all over, welcoming, and social. Pre playa group chats so you land with familiar names and faces.
    EVENTS
    Pop up bar, TuTu Taco Tuesday, My Tie MaiTai Thursday, ArtING, blINGo, Yoga, and optional group outings all week.
    This all sounds great. I’d love to camp with ING. Click here to apply.
    I’ve got questions. Contact us here.

    Origin story

    WTF is ING?

    Back in the day in Eugene, Oregon, a bunch of us came up through the PNW forest raves and OCF (IYKYK). Someone from that circle invited us to the Burn and we realized fast this was something different: an ephemeral carnival of awe, a temporary universe that scrambles your assumptions and turns ordinary perception up to 8K.For a while we camped with a coolFuckinCamp and learned the ropes. Eventually we wanted to build our own home base and bring our own flavor to the dust. We experimented, evolved, and through a few iterations over the last decade plus, we landed as Camp ING.Who we are today
    ING is a global crew anchored in Tahoe and Las Vegas, with campmates from San Diego, France, the Netherlands, and beyond. Our gift is a daily themed happy hour built on radical participation and the right kind of shenanigans. Expect deep shade, a bar, a tower, a slide, music, and maybe an aerial rig.
    No sherpas. No spectators. Drop by, jump in, and leave with a story.    How we operate as a camp
    We lean hard into radical self reliance and do ocracy. No sherpas. No spectators. If you want to help build something, you will have room to jump in and a clear path to do it. Everyone participates. Everyone contributes.    Come say hi! Swing by, join a game, share a drink, dance, and burn with us.

    If you are looking for a camp to call home, click to Join Us here.

    ONE OF US. ONE OF US.

    2026 camp application is live!
    CLICK HERE TO APPLY

    JOIN USCamp ING is for people who want a solid home base and a welcoming crew. Organized but not rigid. Daily happy hour, camp led events, music for pop ups, and a lookout tower for sunrise and sunset hangs.Participation is required, but it is not one size fits all. All walks of life welcome. We will help you find a lane that fits.Step 1: Apply
    Apply here: LINK    Step 2: Get accepted
    If it looks like a fit, you’ll get a message with next steps, usually a quick phone call.    Step 3: Lock in your spot
    You’ll receive the official dues link and the campers page password.
    Do not send payment anywhere until you receive the official dues link.    What you are saying fuck yes to
    - Bring your own food and water
    - Take a few short volunteer shifts from our signup sheet, bar, MOOP, kitchen reset, and other camp needs
    - Leave No Trace is non negotiable. Pack it in, pack it out
    - Dues are shared expenses and are non refundable. If something changes, tell us early and we will try to help you find someone to take your spot.    Food note
    We do not run formal camp meals. We do have solid kitchen infrastructure, and we often organize potluck style meals depending on the crew and the week.    Want to review details before you apply?
    - Why join a camp and why join ING: WHY
    - What exists in camp: WHAT
    - Dues and expectations: FACTS    Timing
    We’re often full if it’s after June 26. Earlier is better.    Questions
    Email: CampcalledING@gmail.com
    Or message us here: Contact

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    What you can count on from ING

    What you can count on from INGThis is the practical page. Not hype. Not a resort menu. Just how we run, how dues work, and what we need to count on from each other.What you can count on from usA welcoming, organized, well lit home base that’s easy to find and easy to navigate at night.A consistent camp rhythm: daily anchors like happy hour, music, and camp led moments all week. Friendly without being a forced-mingle situation.Clear landmarks, clear communication, and pre playa group chats so you land with familiar names and a plan.A realistically sized camp. We usually land around 35 to 45 people. Not a faceless mega camp. You will recognize people and have real lanes to contribute.A do-ocracy mindset. If you want to help build something, throw an event, teach a class, or improve a system, there’s a clear path to do it.For the full list of camp infrastructure and amenities, see: WHAT---Dues, without the default world brainTheme camps are not a product. They are a project.When you choose a camp, you’re not asking “what do I get for X dollars.” You’re saying “I like the way you Burn, and I want to help build that with you.”How dues work at ING
    Dues are major shared camp expenses divided by the number of campers. Since 2010, that number has typically landed between $150 and $250 per person depending on the year.    Dues for 2026: coming soon.What dues cover
    - Shade and repairs
    - Kitchen infrastructure and shared consumables
    - Shower and rinse systems
    - Lighting, signage, and landmarks
    - Generators, fuel, oil, and maintenance
    - Transport and logistics
    - Year round storage
    - Replacement and upkeep of camp infrastructure    If you want to see the budget breakdown, just ask. We will share it.Non refundable, in plain English
    Your dues hold your spot and block someone else from joining. That is why they’re non refundable. Also, most major expenses happen months before the Burn.    Life happens. If plans change early enough, tell us. We will try to help you find someone to take your spot.---What we need to count on from youKnow the culture
    Read the Survival Guide: Burning Man Survival Guide
    Know the 10 Principles: The 10 Principles    Leave No Trace
    LNT is the baseline.
    If you bring it, you pack it out. If you spill it, you clean it. If you make MOOP, you remove it. Period.    Participate
    We do not spectate. You will take a few short volunteer shifts from our signup sheet. Bar, MOOP, kitchen reset, and other camp needs.
    Build and strike are appreciated, but not required for everyone.    Participation is not one size fits all. If you’re introverted, not physically able to help in certain ways, or just not super social, you’re welcome here. There are a million ways to contribute, and we will help you find a lane that fits.Communicate like an adult
    If something is confusing, ask.
    If something is off, bring it up early.
    No entitlement. No drama farming.    ---Ready?!
    Apply here: Camper Application

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    For current ING members only

    TLDR: For 2026, Camp ING is moving forward as usual. All camp assets are secured and locked in a new storage unit. Huge thanks to everyone who helped make the transition. The Burning Man Placement team has confirmed ING is in good standing with our placement and ticket allocation for 2026. More details on timeline and next steps will be shared in the Axis Mundi Whatsapp chat as we roll into planning.

    PlannING doc: Rough draft of our collaboration document for 2026,
    (please request edit access)

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    Camp ING website:BURNING.campContact Xain for quick changes
    Whatsapp ChatAxis MundiPlease have people introduce themselves if new
    JoinING 2026New campers onlyThis is the 2026 camp application

    NEXT IMPORTANT DATES

    • Placement form opens:..........February 18

    • Camp Meeting.........................February 22

    • Directed Group Sale invites:..February 20th-27th

    • Directed Group Sale buy window:.....March 4-11th

    • Placement form review...........March 07

    • Placement Closes: ...................March 19 but we will submit early.

    • Placement announced:...........May 2026

    • Almost Home Form:.................Opens w placement DUE by June 1st

    • Placement address:................."First week of June"

    • SAP passes emailed: July 2026

    • ING ON PLAYA:......................... August 27th-ish

    More to come...

    Below is a more in depth summary of what happened in 2025 and what the solutions are moving forward:

    More context for those who want it:

    What happened, at a high level:

    In the lead up to Burn 2025, there was a misalignment around process and responsibilities, and communication between Kelsea and me as camp lead broke down. Since I was not on playa in 2025, that lack of coordination created a real gap in visibility and planning. After the Burn, Kelsea requested mediated calls. We had those conversations and a final meeting many of you were there for, and she decided stepping away from Camp ING was the right choice for her.

    I want to name the human part without turning this into a public trial. I have so much respect for what Kelsea contributed to ING over the years, and I'm wishing her well. I also recognize this situation created awkwardness and distance in parts of a long time friend group, and that part...genuinely fucking sucks. If you feel caught in the middle, you are not alone, and you do not need to choose sides to be respected here.

    What changes for 2026 and beyond:

    The takeaway is simple: we are building clearer systems so no single point of failure can leave anyone in the dark again. Camp should run on shared visibility, shared responsibility, and simple processes.

    A) Placement and planning transparency

    All placement paperwork, planning, and key decisions will live in shared places with visibility and input for anyone in camp who wants to participate. We will share timelines in the Axis Mundi Whatsapp chat and on the website, and use camp meetings plus shared Google docs for collaboration.

    B) Treasury and dues process

    We will have a treasurer who does not make purchases.

    Process:

    The camp budget is set and shared.

    Everyone pays camp dues in full. Dues are dues. There are no offsets or swaps like "I bought a stove so I do not pay dues."

    If an item is in the approved budget, someone claims it, purchases it, and submits receipts to the treasurer.

    The treasurer reimburses the exact receipt amount. If it is a large purchase, funds can be sent prior.

    Anything purchased with camp funds is camp property and stays with the camp as long as any member wishes to keep Camp ING going.

    More details and a simple written agreement version are coming soon, but I wanted the headline, structure, and plan to be clear now.

    We're moving forward with a solid crew, clearer roles, and a stronger foundation. I'm excited for 2026 and the years ahead.

    all the dusty love,
    Xain

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