Lakes Of Fire | June 25 - 28, 2009 |
A huge, ginormous, emongous thank you to every single participant in the inaugural Lakes of Fire - 2009. Your positive spirit, sense of artistry and adventure, and smiling visage made this first year of YOUR Lakes of Fire an enormous success for everyone.
We’ll see you at that place in the desert, or back at Firetown in 2010 . . . the year we make contact.
The SS Bacon Burns - Eric Becker
The Acid Tongue In Full Dosage - Steakhouse
Four Square in Action! - Wa
WELCOME!!!
Lakes of Fire is a private gathering on private land in beautiful Southwest Michigan, USA. The Great Lakes area’s official Burning Man Regional Event, Lakes of Fire is sponsored by the Great Lakes Experimental Arts, Inc., and seeks to bring the artistry and energy of Black Rock City to the Upper Midwest and Ontario. This event takes place every year in late June, and specific location details will be sent to those who purchase tickets.
The Greeters’ Station will be your first stop on your way into the event. We ask that you stop your car, stretch your legs, and come say hello to the Lakes of Fire Greeters. They will fill you in on what you need to know for the weekend of fun, family, friends and FIRE! You can check in your Art Car here! But please do not try to run the blockade at Greeters’ Station. Pink Gorillas are on hand with stun guns to deal with such individuals. You’ve been warned.
Sloan's Flower - Wa
Awww - They're Buddies! - Wa
CAMPING:
Lakes of Fire has primitive camping. Aside from porta-potties, about the only amenity you’ll find on-site is the ground, to prevent you from falling into the Void. There are a limited number of fire rings for small camp fires, and several dozen picnic tables. The site also offers a small number of showers for public use. (Ask at the Greeters’ station for details.) But there are no cabins, no ice sales, no food concessions, and no Starbucks. Rely on yourself for your survival.
Here are some of the very basics that you will need:
Tent
Bedding (sleeping bag/pillow)
Changes of clothes (both warm and cool weather)
Rain gear
Matches/lighter
First aid kit
Bug Spray
Sun screen
Sense of humor
Flashlight
Food
Water/drinks
Ear plugs
Eating utensils
Cookware
Garbage bags
Bacon
You can find a more detailed list of necessities here.
Failure to bring these necessities will result in way less of a good time.
LEAVE AT HOME:
Fireworks - they are illegal in the state of Michigan
Guns or weapons of any kind
Pets - aside from ADA-qualified assistance dogs
Glass - a serious impediment to our Leave No Trace Principle, if it breaks. Cans are preferred.
Firewood from outside the state of Michigan - this is also against the law due to bug infestations
Illegal substances (i.e. illicit drugs) of any kind.
The SS Bacon Goes Up in Flames - Eric Becker
A Simply Beautiful Burn - Eric Becker
Lofers' Pizza Oven - Carol Karaguez
TICKETING & ENTRY:
You’ll need to purchase a ticket on-line to enter Lakes of Fire. No ticket? No Entry.
Minors 12 years old and under will be welcome to participate in Lakes of Fire free of charge. Participants 13+ must pay the full ticket price.
There will be absolutely no ticket sales at the gate. Do not show up to Lakes of Fire expecting to pay cash. Tickets must be purchased on-line, via our website, in advance.
You must have a valid ID to enter Lakes of Fire. Participants under 18 years old must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
You must be 21+ to drink alcohol at Lakes Of Fire. Every participant at Lakes of Fire will receive a wristband identifying them as either over or under 21. Your wristband proves that you’re a participant of Lakes of Fire, so please keep your wristband on throughout the weekend. Failure to wear your wristband may result in your removal from Lakes of Fire, and thus, way less of a good time.
We understand the need for some participants to leave Lakes of Fire for provisions, hotel access, and emergencies. We ask that everyone limit or eliminate the need to exit and re-enter by planning ahead. Carpooling is encouraged. Upon exiting, you must notify the gate staff and sign out. You must also keep your wristband on, and be sure to present it to the gate staff upon re-entry. Without strict adherence to this policy, we cannot guarantee your re-entry to Lakes of Fire. Please be nice to the gate staff. They work very hard to accommodate your needs.
Lakes of Fire’s site is private property owned and operated by our friend and trusted partner. We insist that you comply with all state and local laws, and any reasonable request that our organizers, our host or his associates make of you.
Sorry puppies! There are no pets allowed at Lakes of Fire.
Our Resident Newlyweds - Carol Karaguez
The Freakeasy Snake - Wa
