The

Love Burn

Guidebook

About the Guidebook

Last Updated: 1/27/2024 Please excuse any errors or missing information.

Best source of information is https://theloveburn.com and the FB group.

The purpose of this guidebook is to collect all information pertinent to Love Burn in one place so whether you are a first time burner or seasoned Love Burner looking for:

• Site information
• Key dates/deadlines
• Event times
• Rules and regulations

This guidebook will be updated regularly, so please view this as the most up to date information verified and shared by The Love Burn Admin Team.

THE THEME: Sparkle Galactica, a Space Opera

In the vast expanse of the cosmos, where star systems weave their cosmic tapestry, the fate of the peaceful Planet Virkey hangs in the balance. A decree has resonated through the corridors of the Inter Outer Galactic Federation, casting a dark shadow upon the idyllic home of the Burnalians. Unbeknownst to the inhabitants of Virkey, their celestial haven has been marked for a transformation both nefarious and disheartening.

The Inter Outer Galactic Federation, facing the burgeoning crisis of waste and refuse accumulation across the galaxies, has decreed that Planet Virkey is to become a cosmic dumping ground, a repository for the discarded detritus of surrounding star systems. Dr. Kwuantum, a notorious figure from the 11th Dimension, has been appointed to spearhead this planetary transformation. Accompanied by his ruthless Goon Squad, they will descend upon Planet Virkey with the ominous task of reshaping its serene landscapes into a desolate landfill.

The Burnalians, long-time custodians of their celestial abode, have received this grim news with hearts heavy as the celestial bodies that grace their skies. A chorus of dissent echoes through the crystalline canyons and verdant meadows, for they know the imminent threat that looms on the horizon. The Burnalians, deeply rooted in the principles of environmental stewardship and leave no trace, resist the notion of becoming a planetary wasteland.

Unyielding in their determination, the Burnalians gather in the sacred groves, kindling the fires of defiance against the impending cosmic upheaval. United in purpose under the leadership of Commander Wheenebular, they forge a pact to thwart the sinister designs of Dr. Kwuantum and his Goons. A celestial resistance takes shape, driven by the fervent desire to protect their homeland planet and preserve the sanctity and beauty of Planet Virkey.

As the stars shimmer overhead, the Burnalians prepare for the cosmic struggle that awaits. The stage is set for an interstellar saga of resistance, a battle between the forces of preservation and the encroaching darkness that seeks to mar the celestial beauty of Planet Virkey. The fate of this peaceful world now rests in the hands of those who call it home, as they stand united against the impending cosmic desolation.

Who will triumph? Who will perish? Do you lift the seat at the porto, or do you sit down like a real Burnalian? Find out the answers to all the questions at LOVE BURN 2024…

SPARKLE GALACTICA!!

Resistance is Vital!

Table of Contents

About the Guidebook        1

Table of Contents        2

The Love Burn Survival Guide        3

“My First Love Burn” Guidebook        10

Art        14

Celebration Schedule        14

Dates & Deadlines        16

Department Information        17

DMV        19

ESD Medic        20

Event Entry        20

Fire -FAPS, FAST & Fire Pits        23

Gate        24

Lost and Found        25

Parking        25

Placement        26

Power        27

Shuttles        28

Site Information        29

Tickets & Vehicle Passes        30

Volunteering        31

The Love Burn Survival Guide

2024

Below is a list of important reminders and a short “PACK IT” list of essential items you might need for the ultimate Love Burn experience.  While these lists are in no way exhaustive, or tailored to your specific needs, you may find them handy to use as general guidelines for what to pack and not forget!  Please excuse (enjoy) any sarcasm.  We are just trying to make this a little more fun.

 Frequently Asked Questions

Pretty please also read the FAQ on the website for the rest of your questions before you email, text, post or call us. Thanks and distant hugs. )*(

 Where & When

If you haven’t already; now is the time to request the time off!  You’ll be spending the weekend of Thursday to Monday, February 16-20, 2023 at Historic Virginia Key Beach Park in Miami.  For driving directions and site-map visit https://theloveburn.com/map/.

Tickets & Identification

• Yes, really, bring your legal ID.  Someone always forgets.  Pack it and take a picture of it with your phone.  Actually take a picture of your ID and make it your phone Lock Screen (you'd be surprised how many phones we find that we could not return - we do not want your stuff).
• The ticket bar code should match your name and ID. If not, go to the ticket page where you bought your ticket to make changes before the event.

Tickets and Parking Passes: 

https://theloveburn.com/tickets

Parents bringing their Children 🚸

• Bring a legal form of ID for your child - copy of birth certificate, insurance card.
• Prepare to be with your under 18 child during the entire event by practicing Responsible Parenting.
• Join the Facebook event in @TheLoveBurn page for the Kids Activity Space
• Find friends in advance to join you and to share the parenting duties with you so you get much needed alone time with your baby maker.

Volunteers

Seriously, this event only happens because YOU VOLUNTEER for the actual event (not just your camp). Go now to TheLoveBurn.com/volunteer and let's make it happen!

Safety and Masks

We want everyone to stay as safe and healthy as possible. Masks and PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) are encouraged at all times. With the fun masquerade theme of the Carnavale: Masquerade of Fools, you can get super creative with your costumes and masks.

As an event that celebrates Radical Self-Reliance, you are welcome to research and share your findings with others in a positive, communicative format that lets everyone know you care and are here to share and help. If you have fun ideas for masks and PPE, share them in our group.

The event will be following CDC, State and City guidelines at the time of the event for Large Outdoor Gatherings. Rules and requirements are constantly changing at all these levels and there is no way for our volunteers or volunteer organizers to have a clear requirement at this moment since it may violate or change with future rules from the city, state or CDC level.

 WHAT YOU WON’T WANT TO FORGET  

Personalize your Items

Label any significant possessions (including BIKES, CAMERAS, BACKPACKS, jackets) with your name, phone number, email address, and for added perks, your camp location or staple, tape and/or pin a business card or paper with your information on it.  We don't want your stuff. You want your stuff.   LABEL EVERYTHING!!!

Transportation:

• Decorated Bicycles, one wheels and skateboards welcome.
• There will be a bike share. Those bikes cannot be locked, decorated or hidden.
• Art cars and golf cars with decorations welcome but MUST be registered in advance on the https://TheLoveBurn.com/DMV.

Pack List

SLEEP QUARTERS:

• Bring something to sleep in: tent, camper or RV
• Shade Structure for your group or theme camp
• Tarp, optional for floor of tent or shade structure
• Extra full-size tent stakes like rebar (not the little wussy ones, but giant, 9-inch nails with green plastic tabs - strong winds are common daily)
• Mallet or hammer (for the tent stakes or rebar)
• Bedding (foam pad/cot, pillows, sheets/blankets, air mattresses)
• Blankets or sleeping bag; seriously
• Extra sheets (packed in a sealed plastic bag in case your tent gets soaked)
• Camp chairs
• EARPLUGS or Ear Muffs (for visits to the dance camps, foam ones for sleeping)
• Sleep mask (optional)

COVER UP:

• COSTUMES - Event theme or your Theme Camp or anything fun (no nudity except in designated areas per park rules)
• Only Zone 5, 6 and 7 are Clothing Optional. No Public Intercourse. Personal interactions in your tent or private camp areas only please.
• Clean underwear and extra socks (pack more than you think you need. It helps if you pack in a zipper style plastic baggie to keep them extra clean)
• Swimwear (for wading in the ocean)
• Warm coat - furry or otherwise (with your name in it somewhere, please!)
• Poncho (or jacket that’s good in the rain)

FEED & HYDRATE:

• Cooler for your food and drinks
• Water to drink, bring 1 gallon per day
• Food to eat - shelf-stable food like nuts, snacks and things that do not need to be refrigerated last longer
• Electrolytes (you are responsible for your hydration, drink water and try water with a dash of Sea Salt or Emergen-C packets or some athlete drinks in your cooler)
• Reusable cup(s) for hot and cold drinks
• Plate and bowl -- the collapsible ones are great
• Utensils - something like a metal spork if you don't want to to carry a lot
• Can opener + bottle opener (wine opener)
• Water bottles w/ carabiner to clip onto your clothes/backpack

PROTECTION:

• Work gloves
• Sunscreen
• Bug Repellant (serious mosquitoes, sand fleas and no-see-ums in Florida!)
• Any product that treats itchy bug bites, seriously, if you are sweet, then bring some itch relief cream
• BUG SPRAY (Repeat: bring bug spray and sunscreen)
• Sunglasses (bring extra you will most likely lose, break, or decorate your pair at a theme camp)
• Goggles: Sometimes it gets dusty. There has been little rain so dust is likely.
• Hats (prevent sunburn and look cool)

HYGIENE:

• Toilet Paper for the potty
• Baby wipes (Clean up nice when you’re hot and sweaty and don’t want to take a shower or jump in the water. They make life so much nicer. Do not flush wipes to save the septic system. Seriously, don’t flush wipes at home, they back up entire sewage systems.)
• Trash and recycle bags (no one wants to step in garbage none the less sleep by it)
• Paper towels (and a trash receptacle or bag to throw away said paper towel)
• Handkerchiefs and washcloths (cleaning, wearing on your head, keeping you cool)
• A soapy sponge in a Ziploc bag for dish-washing (again, your mom is not here to help or maybe she is, lucky you)
• Toothbrush and hairbrush (if you have teeth and hair)
• Extra towels (Don’t panic... and always bring a towel. it might rain. tents leak. dry yourself off after swimming or a shower. you can put out a fire with a cotton one. Towels are great.)

DON’T GET CAUGHT IN THE DARK

• Head lamps with batteries! (Newbies, take note. You will be wandering around at night in dark places. Don’t step in a hole or on a person. Visit Quartermaster if you need headlight batteries.)
• Light up wire - seriously, use EL Wire or LED lights to decorate your outfits. We cannot see you in the dark.
• Flashlight, light sources, tent light with batteries for digging through stuff in your tent

WHATEVER WORKS FOR YOU

• Portable ashtrays (altoids tin) or switch to an electronic cigarette or hookah stick, more environmentally friendly to the people around you.
• Batteries for devices (bring more than enough)
• Cell phone to stay connected with Event Guide Phone App
• Tent fan (battery-powered, keeps some air flowing)
• iPod/mp3 player & earbuds (sometimes you need to hear your own music to relax)

SAFETY FIRST

• First-aid kit (bandages, asthma inhaler and other things - radical self reliance)
• Condoms, lube and whatever you hope to need
• Vitamins and your medicine (we are not your mom or doctor)

MISCELLANEOUS:

• CASH for ICE, small bills please!
• Duct tape (or tape of your choice for life's little tears)
• Pocket knife or scissors
• Plastic bins (work great for organizing your stuff, costumes, etc. and will keep your stuff dry in a likely rainstorm - this is Florida, enjoy some Liquid Sunshine)
• Lighters (you may lose one or more)
• Little gifts for new friends
• Blinky stuff (don't be a darkwad)
• Basic tools (wrench, screwdrivers, scissors/shears - radical self reliance)
• Outdoor-rated extension cord (to power things from distant generators)
• Parasol/umbrella (fashion accessory doubles as portable shade for long walks)
• Backpack/camelbak optional, it's not that huge of a venue, you really might just need a refillable cup.
• And some other stuff, but I can't think of it right now. You make your list, okay?

Do not bring: 🐕‍🦺

• Your pets (of any kind), with the exception of service dogs with proper paperwork.  The venue does not allow animals.

See you at The Love Burn!

More Ticket questions? email tickets@theloveburn.com.  

They respond from 11am to 11pm EST.

Be patient, we only have so many humans handling emails and things.

Welcome Home!  

Enjoy our Love Burn Survival Guide
written by Jack Trash, Art Department Lead.

“My First Love Burn” Guidebook

&

Depository of Useful Information That You Will Probably Forget by Sunset Your First Day at Love Burn.

So you did it. After years of saying you were going to go to a burn, or you have that fun friend who implored you to come because “omg it was amazing they had this thing and then we went to this other thing and holy shit you need to come”- you got a ticket. Good job! Buy the ticket, take the ride. You did the first part. I will describe the ride part below.

Hopefully this dead-tree guide (please print this out on fine, crisp linen resume paper, and bind it for safekeeping) will answer some of your questions through your laborious act of reading sentences, nodding your head when you understand, and sometimes exclaiming “Gosh be damned, now I know!”.

Pro tip: Eating an apple with a loud crunch while reading always makes the brain absorb facts. It’s a fact!

We are very happy that you are coming to your first (or ninth but never read the guide yet) Love Burn… no, really!

You may find that the online social media groups can be snarky and off-putting (you are 99.9998% correct) but trust me, every one of those bull snarks was a first-timer like you.

I know this, because I am old and was probably snarky to them online (100% correct) when they had that fresh, new burner smell themselves. Next year, with the proper training, you too can be a jerk online (I am kidding, don’t be a jerk…there is a difference between fun playful banter and being a jerk; but some never learn…). My point is, this is a fun community. We are the glorious failures, miscreants, misanthropes, black sheep, and flaming fireworks that your parents hoped you would never become (and yet, here you are…).

If you have any questions during the event, my advice is look for poorly-dressed older burners with a limp, and ask them questions. The limp is probably from something they learned the hard way, so you will benefit vicariously from their screw-ups. However, there is no excuse for being poorly dressed at a burn. No excuse at all. Fahshen, dahlin’....

It is best to cover the fluid questions first:

SHOWERS, TOILETS AND BIDETS (Sorry, no bidets)

There are showers and flush toilets. Individual stalls to boot. Open 24 hours. We also have many portapotties throughout the event. Please please please, keep these clean. You will find most burners can be really pissy and downright surly when people leave trash in the toilets, showers, and grounds.

The event is a Leave No Trace event.

We will get into that later. But for now, no cans, waste, garbage, ciggy butts, or anything else gets left behind in the bathrooms. Not even inside the toilet. It sounds cheesy, but rings true: “If it doesn’t come out of your body, don’t put it in the potty.”  It is an easy thing to learn, and once you get into it, you will look at the “default world” as a very messy place in comparison.

BUGS?

It can be buggy so bring appropriate supplies. Usually, there is a fine tropical breeze that keeps the pesty critters away. However, sometimes there is no breeze, and they usually have a biting period right at dusk (which is 5-8pm).

WEATHER OR NOT

The weather is warm, pleasant, yet unpredictable (it is the sub-tropics) so we recommend bringing inclement weather gear, warm clothes and a swimsuit. Do we get rain? Yes, but not every year, and some years it is light, but one year, it was a deluge that had all of us walking around like wet cats for a day afterwards. So prepare.

DO I NEED A BIKE?

Bike is not necessary but encouraged. As Love Burn grows so does the area we occupy so be radically self-reliant and bring your bike or put your feet to work! Light it up and lock it to a permanent structure when you leave it. Do not lock it to an art car or art structure unless you don’t want it back or dragged to a different location.

HOW DO I GET ICE?

Ice is the only vending allowed at Love Burn. Ice sales typically happen from 11:45am-7pm, Bring cash.. CASH ONLY (A lot of us are still stuck in the 90s…sorry, no Venmo, Apple Pay, AssCash or GrassCash…just dollars and sense). $5 per 7lb bag. No, there is no delivery of ice to your tent or camp (Radical self reliance is what we are looking for!)

From time to time volunteers for ice will be transporting ice from location to location… if at any point you spot the ice cart they WILL be able to provide ice for you BUT, we will NOT be doing any specific deliveries for any specific person/theme camp (Unless you are really really nice and persuade us when we’re NOT busy) There will be 4 locations around Love Burn you will be able to acquire this lovely water nugget and they are: Commissary, front gate, somewhere close around the burn site, and in the back 40 before the bridge to enter Love Burn.

Pro tip: Bring a collapsible grocery cart or something small with wheels for your ice bags…

IS THERE POWER AVAILABLE?

There will be power onsite, however you must share between camps. RV’s CANNOT plug into the power grid. Try not to be a power-hungry energy vampire at the spider box hookup. There is enough to go around. Share with your neighbors. Bring good power cables, thick ones, not lamp cords. Ask your blowhard friend with the moustache to tell you what power cables to bring for power. I am sure he will talk for hours about thickness and length and throughput. Sounds sexy…but it is not. It is ok. Listen to him. He is lonely, BECAUSE of the moustache.

VENDING

There is NO VENDING at this event. If you are found selling your art, bracelets, necklaces, homemade jelly, books, shirts, juice, blood, first-born naming rights or whatever, you will be asked to leave the event. This is NOT a vending event. Please do not ask to vend. We are a gifting culture. Not barter. The difference is gifting without an expectation of receiving. Much like nookie work: if you sell it or trade, it is a crime, but if you give it away, no crime.

BRING ALL THE THINGS!

Radical self-reliance is a key principle to making this event an ongoing success. You should bring everything you need for the length of time you intend to stay. You should bring your sleeping quarters, ID, clothing, costumes, medicine, everything you need and all the food and beverages you need to take care of yourself and those you bring with you, especially your children. Try to put your ID on everything you bring. This does not work for me, as I put “Basura” on my things, and in Miami, my things get thrown out.

Pro tip: Take a photo of you holding a sign that has your camp name and your nickname. Make that your start-up screen on your phone. When you lose it (we get over a hundred a year at Lost and Found), we can quickly get it to you. Don’t make a sign with just your phone number on it. We can’t call you on that lost phone. Funny, but true. Just your face and camp name. You will be reunited.

BRING A CUP! BRING A PLATE!
Lots of camps will be delighted to gift you a fine, tasty beverage, but you need a cup. Not having a cup means a disposable receptacle, which is fancy-pants for trash. No garbage, no trace, no problem!

Here is a sample list I keep on my fridge to remind myself as I am packing  for Love Burn every year:

Three (3) small bottles of model glue (with masks if possible)

Two hundred mg (200mg) of expired St. Joseph children’s aspirin- the good shit

Two (2) 8 oz tubes of KY Jelly (the one with the heat and motion effect)

A case of Jameson's Irish Whiskey (to be used as an antiseptic for cuts)

5 pairs of snowshoes, to pass out if necessary

A 5 watt green laser diode with a built-in heat sink

16 pairs of stockings (tights), black if possible

A shortwave radio that picks up old Soviet bloc radio

The 1987 issue of Playboy with LaToya Jackson on the cover

A ball-gag with a red ball (not too large, the one with the velcro, not the snaps)

Three (3) boxes of blueberry Pop-Tarts

A cassette tape of Bananarama’s “Cruel Summer”

Lots of Sysco detergent

2 Polaroid cameras with film

A bicycle chain (see lube above)

You get the idea….bring the things you need, and some extra but only what you want to take home with you too.

Now I am sure you may have other, detailed questions. Some of them may never get answered, even after years of attendance. I still have many, many questions, and here I am, writing an answer guide.

We have a Facebook group Love Burn that has a huge FAQ section.

Also, as we are not hip, we still have a website: https://theloveburn.com

Art

Department Lead:  Jack Trash (Juan Basura on FB)

Contact: art@theloveburn.com

• If your art has flame effects, needs dedicated power or needs heavy equipment, please fill out those sections of the art grant application
• The Art department will be at Main Gate when you arrive and will brief you on your art’s location and answer any questions you may have.
• If your Art Build team needs to arrive before Wednesday please fill out an early entry form
• An email to all the art grants will be going out prior to the event, this will have Jack’s personal cell number to contact him if there are any issues/delays.
• Art arriving after Placement hours will be placed in the morning when it is light out

Celebration Schedule

Subject to change, we are on burner time!

Contact Information

Trying to contact The Love Burn directly?

Most event questions can be answered by tickets@theloveburn.com.

Below is a list of emails for various Love Burn departments:

Dates & Deadlines

Below are the key dates and deadlines for the 2024 Love Burn:

Department Information 

Below is a list of departments, their leads and where to find them on site at the Burn:

DMV

Department Leads: Dani Rodgers & Bob Warner

Email: dmv @ theloveburn.com

MUTANT VEHICLES & ART CARS

• Mutant Vehicles and Art Cars are highly mutated, modified, or decorated vehicles that drive around the event and welcome participants to ride and/or interact. Please note that unmutated vehicles are not permitted to drive around the event. This includes any golf carts or electric cycles that do not have human-powered pedals.
• All Mutant Vehicles and Art Cars must pre-register with the Love Burn Department of Mutant Vehicles through this website and pass inspections at the event to receive a LBDMV tag. No on-site registration is permitted. Unregistered vehicles being driven during the event will be impounded for the duration of the event.
• Please see the Love Burn DMV Info Guide if you are interested in bringing a Mutant Vehicle or Art Car to share with the community.

GOLF CARTS

• Golf carts must also be pre-registered with the LBDMV. No on-site registration is permitted.  
• Most Golf Carts and Art Cars will not require a parking pass depending on the vehicle and its use and parking needs during the event, but both require a DMV tag to be mobile during the event.
• DELIVERY OF GOLF CARTS: If you are having a Golf Cart delivered, you or an authorized signer for your vehicle MUST be on-site to receive it. This does NOT allow preferred placement or early entry into the event. If you are not present, your delivery will be turned away. Please note, you must have pre-registered your golf cart with the LBDMV before the January 15th deadline and the cart must be decorated, pass an inspection, and be given a tag from LBDMV on site before you are permitted to drive it around the event.

NON MUTANT VEHICLES AND ART CARS

• ONEWHEELS: Any vehicles that are capable of exceeding 5MPH must adhere to the 5MPH speed limit, but we will not require Onewheels to obtain an LBDMV tag this year.
• BIKES: The venue is perfect for bicycles. It is flat and relatively easy to get around on 2 wheels. In fact, there is a dirt bike trail in the neighboring part of the island. Please decorate, light up and lock your bike. An LBDMV tag is not required for bikes.
• ELECTRIC BIKES: Any vehicles that are capable of exceeding 5MPH must adhere to the 5MPH speed limit, but we do not require e-bikes to obtain an LBDMV tag.

ESD Medic

Department Lead: Mike Harv

Department Contact info: loveburn.ESD @ gmail.com

We are always looking for Licensed Medical Volunteers (BLS is the absolute minimum).

Please fill out this form if you are interested in joining the ESD Crew.
ESD Volunteer Form

Event Entry 

EARLY ENTRY

There is NO early entry into the burn except for event volunteers and build crew that are explicitly authorized. If your name is not on the early-entry list, you will be denied entry.

• Event Volunteers:  Obtain authorization or WAP from your department lead.
• Art Projects:  Obtain authorization or WAP from the Art Department.
• Theme Camps: No early entry authorized except when associated with Art.

ENTRY PROCESS

On arrival go straight to Check-In. You will be met by amazing greeters, go through the burn and consent orientation, and then see ticketing. Once you have your wristband and any passes, head to a Placement Concierge (also at check-in). They will answer any questions you have, make sure you are prepared for placement, and provide guidance on how to proceed based on your exact needs.

EVENT CHECK-IN

Check-in is located at the Arthur Lamb Jr. Rd. Look for road signage directing you to the correct lane for Check In.

RE-ENTRY PROCESS

If you had to leave the burn for some reason, you do not need to return to check-in, but may go directly to a gate wearing your official wristband. If you are driving a vehicle (short-term access, car camping, RV, etc) you must return during placement hours, otherwise you only need to worry about Gate Hours.

ENTRY SCHEDULE

ENTRY HOURS

Subject to Change at any time

AFTER-HOURS ARRIVAL

There are no after-hours services available so make every effort to arrive on time. If you arrive after-hours, you’ll need to stay overnight outside the venue and wait for things to open in the morning.

Fire -FAPS, FAST & Fire Pits

F.A.S.T.  
Department Leads: PlazmaKat

• If you plan to bring a fire pit or have an open flame you must abide by these rules: Must be contained to a metal pit or burn barrel that is watched/attended at all times. This must be kept off the ground by bricks or a stand as not to scar the ground. You must have a fire extinguisher or 5-gallon bucket of water nearby. Must leave a wide perimeter from trees and structures.
• FAST Form: Click Here

F.A.P.S. 

Department Leads: Maiah Duck, Ian Michaels
Fire Performers Facebook Group: Click Here

First and foremost, you must complete a fire performer application AND attend a fire safety meeting in order to receive a fire bracelet and the ability to participate in the fire arts. *No bracelet, no fire. That’s non-negotiable.*

• Safety meetings will be held twice a day Thursday, Friday, and Saturday of the burn once at 2PM and once at 5PM. Conclave meetings will be held directly after in addition to a meeting for fire breathers and those that want to learn how to safety a fire breather. Meetings will be held at Birthday Camp/FAPS this year located near the main burn field.**We don’t know placement yet, but a gentle reminder that one of the principles is radical self-reliance. When the map comes out, I urge you to check there, but it will be cross referenced in the Love Burn Group and Fire performer Group**
• If you cannot make one meeting, you cannot spin. Full Stop. We make sure to accommodate everyone by hosting multiple meetings. IF you are volunteering during the proposed meeting times, please reach out to Maiah Duck and they will work with you.
• Keep your eyes open for any updates on conclave.
• If your camp wants to host a fire circle, you must fill out the Fire Circle Application to start the process. Acceptance of your proposed fire circle will be contingent upon FAPS Fire Lead approval which will be finalized on site come burn time by a fire lead.
  Fire Circle Application: Click Here
• Camps with a fire circle must adhere to guidelines laid out by FAST and FAPS and ensure that performers may only perform with a fire bracelet.
• Please do not use tiki torches to line your fire circles as they are a hazard. If someone loses a prop and it hits a torch, you can injure yourself and/or audience members.
• If you have any pyrotechnics or flame arts please contact the FAST team led by Kat Fry as they are the final say on all things fire.

Gate

Department Lead: Joel

General Gate FAQs

• Obtain your wristband by stopping by check-in
• Your ticket must have your name on it and match your photo ID
• You must sign a waiver before getting your wristband

• Fill this out online and print at home to save time

• There is a rideshare drop-off area at main gate, you cannot be dropped off inside the venue
• Q:selling parking passes at the gate?
  A:No parking passes sold at gate, only on the website

HEAVY

Department Lead: Dan Lefkow

Bringing a large scale art piece that requires some HEAVY lifting? There’s a department for that!

HEAVY Team Form

• This must be filled out by all art grants (before their art grant is finalized) and theme camps that need Heavy equipment, this form is embedded in the Theme Camp application that all art grants must also submit.

Lost and Found

Department Lead: Quartermaster

Department Contact: lostandfound @ theloveburn.com

If you LOST it: Be sure to inform QuarterMasters Headquarters on your way leaving the event.  If your item(s) are unable to be located, then you will have to fill out a lost & found form.  We will try to list it on the Phone App, so notify someone asap.

QuarterMaster Station will host a Lost and Found box. Items that are not picked up during the event, will be sorted and held by a volunteer for a reasonable amount of time. If you need an item shipped to you, you will have to pay postage and handling before it is sent to you.

If you FOUND it: Be sure to bring any lost (or found) items to Quartermaster who will host a Lost and Found box; you may also give it to a Ranger on Duty.  Bring any found phones, coats, items, etc. to Quartermaster or give to a Ranger on Duty. Theme Camps will also have Lost and Found items. Our Lost & Found Team Member will be collecting and bringing to Quartermaster HQ throughout the event.

Parking

Department Leads: Travis and Birdie

• Two parking areas:

• Marine Stadium

• For parking ONLY (no overnight or event camping)

• Arthur Lamb Rd

• Parking and camping hybrid

Placement

Department Leads: Kit Kat, Brian W.

Department Contact: placement@theloveburn.com

General Placement FAQs + Answers

• You will have 2 hrs to unload your vehicle, cargo trailer or box truck and move it to the parking lot, if you fail to do so you could be towed
• Also note if you are a theme camp and have not arrived by Friday at 10am your spot will be liberated for open camping
  

Theme Camp FAQs + Answers

• Theme camps and art projects are invited to arrive Wednesday at 8am (unless pre-approved by the Org)
• If you are a group of 5+, you should create a theme camp
   

Q: My camp plans on hosting clothing optional events, does that affect placement?

A: Yes, the back half of the burn is a clothing optional zone (as decided by the Virginia Key park officials) and therefore your camp will not be placed in the front field. Zones 5, 6 and 11 are clothing optional in 2024.

Q: My theme camp requested a certain spot, I’ll definitely get said spot right? 

A: We try to honor everyone’s wishes to be placed at the location of their choosing however due to size restrictions, environmentally protected areas and ground clearance you will be placed in a spot that fits your camp needs. There are very few spots where multiple RVs are able to setup camp. 

Q: I submitted my theme camp application but things have changed, what should I do?

A: Please, please, please update your application if anything changes: size, number of people, art projections, RVs, etc. Failure to update your application could result in disproportionate camp size or other camp issues. 

Open Camping FAQs + Answers

• Open campers are invited to start arriving Thursday at 8am.
• Open campers CANNOT place themselves or save space for campers joining them later. A placement team member will place you and if your group wants to be placed together you must arrive together, NO EXCEPTION

Q: I’m not part of a theme camp, where do I camp?

A: Placement for open camping starts Thursday and is available on a first come, first serve basis. Open campers are not able to pick their location and will be placed by a placement volunteer. Open camping takes longer than theme camping because we have to find a space based on your camping situation: RV/tent/campers in vehicle, etc. If you plan on open camping your group needs to ARRIVE TOGETHER or we cannot guarantee placement together or near each other. Open campers cannot save spots for those coming later.

Power

Department Leads: Robert H (Hatch), Joshua G (Foo)
Power requests are part of the theme camp and art grant applications.

Q: I heard love burn has a power grid, can I plug my RV in?

A: No, there are no RV hookups. We have a power grid however you will have to share with the camps around you, camps will not have a dedicated spider box. 

Q: It has rained and now my power does not work.  What do I do?

A: Check / reset the GFI outlet(s) which supply power to your Camp / Art Installation.

Q: I can not resolve my power problem, how can I receive additional help?

A: Find anyone with a radio then request they contact the Power Team for you.  Please stay with that person until you have provided to the responding Power Team Rep your camp name, camp number, and person of contact.  Please be advised that after significant weather events the power team may take some time to respond

Shuttles

Department Lead: T-Bird

Love Burn provides shuttles for those needing help with gear, experiencing mobility issues or just wanna take a ride around the burn.

SHUTTLE PICKUPS/STOPS

• Shuttle plans to run from 8 am - 2 am daily starting Wednesday
• Shuttles will be on a fixed route this year moving in two different directions
• Your driver is a volunteer and should be treated with respect
• Everyone must have a Love Burn wristband on to ride the shuttles
• Shuttles cannot drive on the beach
• Please note that bicycles are welcome for getting around venue

Site Information

SITE QUESTIONS:

• There are showers and flush toilets in the permanent building in Zone 4
• It can be buggy so bring appropriate supplies
• The weather is unpredictable so we recommend bringing inclement weather gear, warm clothes and a swimsuit 
• Bike is encouraged
• Ice sales will be from 11:45am-7pm, CASH ONLY $5 per 7lb bag
• There will be power onsite, however you must share between camps, RV’s CANNOT plug into the power grid
• The Love Burn app can be found on the app store and google play.
• There are no pump services for RVs
• COVID Policy: Love Burn events will follow current CDC, state and city safety precautions at the time of the event

Tickets & Vehicle Passes

Department Lead: Prosperity

Email: tickets @ theloveburn.com

TICKETS:

• NO REFUNDS
• Children Tickets

• All children must still have a ticket, fill out the children’s ticket form on the website
• 0-12 Free
• 13-17 - $100 + taxes/fees

• DTC (Directed Theme Camp) Tickets

• Your Theme Camp Organizer (TCO) will send you the codes

• Low Income Tickets

• Recipients were notified via email
• The low income form is on the Love Burn website under the ticket dropdown

CAR CAMPING PASS

• We no longer offer car camping unless you have a medical need
• Car Camping Pass

• Must apply for and purchase an RV pass to sleep in vehicle
• Requires Handicap sticker/placard or proof of need
• Designed to allow those in need to park in handicapped accessible areas, camping in car as necessary, or providing closer access to their campsite
  

VEHICLE PASSES

• NO REFUNDS. Vehicle passes are transferable before the event.
• Vehicle Pass Price (Total size of your rig is under 19 feet long, not RV)
• Small RV (Total size of your rig, RV,Bus and/or trailer, is under 26 feet long)
• Medium RV(Total size of your rig, RV,Bus and/or trailer, from 26-40 feet long)
• Large RV(Total size of your rig, RV, Bus and/or trailer, over 40 feet long)
  

Ticket Transfers

• Handled directly through ticket website
• TIcket Questions: Email tickets@theloveburn.com
• People can continue to transfer tickets up to 1 week prior to the event opening date

Q: I’m driving to the event, do I need a vehicle pass?

A: Any vehicle that will remain at Love Burn during the duration of the event will need a car pass. Ride shares do not need a car pass however these vehicles are not permitted in the venue and those taking a rideshare will be dropped off at the main gate and can take a shuttle into the burn. 

Q:Will tickets or vehicle passes be sold at the Gate?
A:No tickets or vehicle passes will be sold at gate, only on the website pre-event.

Q:Do tickets need to be printed?
A: Screenshot, paper copy or QR code work

Volunteering

Love Burn runs on volunteers, without volunteers the burn would not happen. We ask everyone to volunteer at least 4 hours!

Looking to get involved?

Must have ticket in hand already to volunteer for Love Burn 2024.

https://theloveburn.com/volunteer 

For Love Burn 2025 volunteer opportunities, please fill out our Love Burn Apprentices Form