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2010 Automatic Subconscious Pod Descriptions
Members
All members of the Automatic Subconscious Theme Camp will be expected to contribute to the camp’s success. Contribution can take the form of artistic or engineering design, volunteerism within the Pod structure, assisting with the smooth operation of the Camp or brute labor necessary for the construction and deconstruction of the camp infrastructure.
All members must recognize and accept that, as a part of a high-demand, Esplanade-focused Theme Camp, they are member of a team/family that lives or dies not only on the individual efforts of the members, but also upon their dedication to the success of the camp and compliance with the established structure during the Burning Man event. There will be times where individual needs, desires and ideas must be subverted for the greater good of the camp.
The unavoidable nature of conflict during the extreme environment that is the Burning Man event places a burden upon every member to handle these conflicts maturely and productively and to use the established camp structure to ensure that the appropriate leaders are apprised of the situation.
Camp Leader
The Camp Leader is primarily responsible for the success and smooth operation of the Automatic Subconscious. The camp leader serves as the primary contact for the Camp, manages the camp budget, facilitates communications between Pods and is the final arbiter of conflict. The Camp Leader will schedule and run meetings, manage and disseminate camp information and submit all applications to the BMorg.
The Camp Leader will be a member of both Early and Late Crew.
Infrastructure
Power & Water Pod
Set up, maintain & break down the power and water requirements of the camp. Make sure that there is sufficient fuel, a good write up of instructions, training other users, emergency fixes etc. Generators, evaporation pond, power distribution, etc.
Coordinate with LNT Pod regarding alternative energy possibilities.
Coordinate with other pods to determine overall camp power needs.
The P&W Pod Leader will be a member of the Early Crew.
Buildings & Grounds Pod
Keep the whole thing together. Layout the camp prior to the event and adjust to reality once on playa. Oversea the erection of Camp structures (including the Dome, Kitchen, Common Shade and fences). Tear all of the shit down & send it back from whence it came. Ensure that things are protected from high winds, heat, cold & all of us drunken mortals.
Coordinate with Art Pod and individual artists regarding placement of art in reasonable locations.
The B&G Pod Leader will be a member of the Early Crew.
Sound Pod
Responsible for working with O.B. to secure and test the sound system pre-playa. Packs and makes ready for transport to and from Playa. Sets up, runs, takes down and troubleshoots on Playa.
Coordinate with P&W Pod regarding power needs.
Coordinate with Entertainment Pod regarding sound needs for each act.
Leave No Trace & Safety Pod
Put in place and monitor the camp’s waste stream. Divert recyclables and compost. Put into place a logical and streamlined trash handling setup. Look at overall camp needs and look into possible solutions that would have a smaller environmental impact. For example, bio-diesel generator, composting in Reno, recycling, evaporation of grey water etc.
Responsible for the execution of daily trash system maintenance. Responsible for the execution of daily MOOP sweets throughout Camp.
Responsible for first aid kit maintenance, disposition of fire extinguishers & knowledge of campmate’s allergic reactions, etc.
Coordinate with B&G Pod for logical placement of trash as the week progresses.
Coordinate with Kitchen Pod regarding placement of trash system within Kitchen area.
The LNT&S Pod Leader will be a member of both the Early Crew and Late Crew.
Art Pod
Responsible for the physical aesthetic of the camp as a whole. Relationship of art with Burning Man theme, Dome decoration, inside & out, dispersal of member’s art, Dome & display lighting.
Coordinate with P&W Pod regarding power needs.
Coordinate with B&G Pod regarding individual project placement.
Tool Shop
Responsible for setting up, maintaining and & breaking down the shop. Fix anything that needs it. Fix some that don’t. Help the general community, inventory supplies & materials.
Coordinate with P&W Pod regarding Power needs.
Coordinate with LNT&S Pod regarding safety procedures in the Shop.
People-Power
Kitchen Pod
Responsible for pre-Playa dietary survey, recruiting chefs (who are responsible for securing their own prep & cleanup help), making menus & food lists, purchasing all the food, stocking and organizing the kitchen. Ensure that Early Crew is well-fed prior to arrival on-playa. Communicate with individual cooks and all camp members to ensure the smooth and proper operation of the kitchen throughout the week.
Coordinate with Bar Pod regarding shared resources and shared storage space.
The Kitchen Pod Leader will be a member of the Early Crew.
Bar Pod
Set up, maintain & break down any and all watering holes of the camp. Determine supply needs, purchase all alcohol and mixers (minus Camp beer), make up E-Z Drinks for Camp Members, recruit bartenders and plan bar storage/security.
Coordinate with entertainment Pod to gauge popularity and time schedule of events.
Coordinate with Kitchen Pod regarding shared resources and storage space.
Coordinate with B&G Pod regarding logical and efficient bar placement.
Coordinate with Fluffer Pod to help ensure high camper morale regarding frosty beverages.
Entertainment/Bookings Pod
Responsible for securing acts & performers for the stage, scheduling these along with camp member calendar events.
Coordinate with P&W pod regarding power demands.
Coordinate with Sound Pod regarding demands of each performance, when possible.
Coordinate with Bar Pod regarding expected hours and popularity of events.
Fluffer Nightengale Pod
Responsible for boosting the day-to-day morale of camp members. Organize and disseminate snacks and/or beverages to laborers.
Coordinate with Bar Pod regarding beverage resources.
Coordinate with Kitchen Pod regarding food resources, recipes, etc.
Communicate with Camp Leader regarding serious morale concerns.
Early Crew Lead
Early Crew are the camp shock troops, the first to arrive in Reno & first to arrive on the still desolate playa with no support. Responsible for picking up the flatbed truck and any other transportation needs in Reno, opening the storage locker, loading onto the truck. Also, procuring, the initial water, gasoline and propane. Coordinate with kitchen Pod lead to acquire enough food to last until Kitchen Pod arrives. Responsible for demarcation of camp real estate and initial setup of kitchen, shade structures & workshop.
The Early Crew Lead serves as the Crew Chief and Foreman. Responsible for recruiting and coordinating the efforts of the early crew.
Coordinate with B&G Pod regarding the planned vs practical camp layout.
Coordinate with Kitchen Pod regarding early transportation and shopping details.
Late Crew Lead
Responsible for overseeing camp breakdown, final MOOP sweep, inventory of camp supplies, loading Reno truck and loading Boston truck. Also responsible in Reno for unloading the Reno truck into the storage unit, making the dump run, cleaning and return of rental truck.
The Late Crew Lead serves as the Crew Chief and Foreman. Responsible for recruiting and coordinating the efforts of the late crew.
Coordinate with LNT pod regarding the proper sorting of Trash, recyclables, etc.