When virgin Burners ask "What's is the one most important piece of advice for Burning Man, right up there, along with "take care of your feet" and "take a light with you into the porta-potty, but don't look down", is "Stay hydrated", which is usually followed by "Start drinking water before you get to the playa."

As someone who has passed out from dehydration, over-exertion and not eating enough, I know how important staying hydrated is. Taking care of your body at burning man is important... read more

DaBomb and I chatted in a park in Northridge recently and talked about Burning Man. Of course, seeing as she is DaBomb, she recorded the whole thing with her handy Flip video. Apparently, I blabbed for so long that she had to break it up into two segments. Anyway, if you want to check it out, go to...

www.burncast.blogspot.com/

Also, DaBomb really needs to get out to the playa. Nay, WE need her to be out on the playa this year. She is accepting donations on her site. I chipped in... read more

After Burning Man 2007, I wrote and performed a one-man show called "Burner: Tales from the Playa". It was a personal account of my six visits to Black Rock City. For various reasons, including a fire (!) at the venue, there were only three performances.

The last performance took place on February 2, 2008 at Abundant Sugar in Los Angeles. Many people still ask me about "Burner", tell me how much they liked it and ask when I am going to do it again. Maybe because it's July, but Burning Man ... read more