Ethics...

Radical Self Expression meets Radical Earth Spirit

    For 15 years Four Quarters has fostered a Tribal and Experiential Community based on ecological sustainability, participatory ceremony and the Art of Individual Action. We grow much of our own food, strive to minimize our footprint on the earth, and maintain with awareness the 150 acres of this beautiful land we call home. We don't push anyone's beliefs, but instead offer a toolkit for the personal exploration of spirit, a safe place to experiment and grow, both individually and within the community. We celebrate and encourage diversity, both personal and spiritual, understanding that each comes to our own truth in our own way.

    The ethics of a burn are manifested in the 10 principles. Radical self reliance, communal effort and gifting asks the individual to look within to discover his deepest abilities to support and sustain both themselves and the community. By embracing radical self expression, we add a dimension of self fulfillment as we nourish the community, while respecting the rights of those with whom we wish to share our unique gifts.

     We see Wicker Man as having a unique opportunity. By offering the ideals of Four Quarters and the ethos of the Burn Culture, Wicker Man can provide a new dimension to creativity, community building and personal discovery, limited only by our imagination.

        ...and Policy

We really don't wanna, but we gotta....

    Cars in Camp: There is no in camp parking for WickerMan. After choosing your site, please pull off to the side of the road, and unload as quickly as possible. We can do it in about 2 hours and so can you. We have a graveled loop road that circles through the camp in a counter clockwise direction that will lead you out to Main Parking. When driving, please keep in mind our 10 mph speed limit. We don't want to have to break out the spike strips.

    Trash and MOOP (Material Out Of Place): Four Quarters is GREEN and needs you to be too. Not Kermit green; we mean ecologically responsible. For 15 years Four Quarters has fostered environmental responsibility and we see littering as a profound disrespect to the Land. It is not tolerated and will be cause for expulsion. Really, we mean it! Again, we mean it. We won't piss off Mother Nature and recommend that you don't either.

    So... THERE IS NO MOOP AT WICKER MAN! THERE IS ONLY un-MOOP!
    You are responsible for keeping your site clean and safe; and we are all responsible for every bit of trash we come across as soon as it hits the ground.
   
    Please be aware that if our Rangers (they'll be the ones with the leaf rake symbol of office) see trash in or around a campsite, they will rake it up and put it in the nearest closed structure which will likely be a tent. We're not kidding. Hey, it's not personal, so don't get pissy; we just have to dispose of that litter as soon as we see it.
   So simply pack out what you pack in.
    Please note that if you choose to use the bag for Naked Slip N' Slide, thats fine, but we'll charge you for another one.
        If you smoke, pocket your butts. Please.
          Throw it on the ground and you are OUT!

Merchanting Policy: We don't have one because there is no merchanting at Wicker Man.

    Clothing Policy: At the farmhouse and up to the metal gates at Main Parking you have to wear clothes. So no airing of the ta-tas or Mister Johnson at Main Parking.

    Overt Sexual Behavior: What chu mean, Willis? Well, like the Supreme Court, we'll know it when we see it.
It's a big no-no in public space which includes the Drum Circle and the swimming holes. So if you need to get up close and personal, reach out and touch someone, please take it somewhere else like your tent. Or their tent. You get the picture.

    Alcohol Consumption: Hey, its partly a party, we're here to have fun, and we understand that to many people that means alcohol consumption in excess. And we're jiggy with that, but we need to mention a few things. If you get loud, rude, aggressive or excessively stupid, we will waterboard you with coffee before we deposit you and your gear on I-68. So be nice.
    And Wicker Man has a policy of no original containers. Theme Camps that serve alcohol must pour their ambrosial concoctions in a container provided by you. No beer cans and certainly no bottles in any public space. (It's OK though if you are sitting inside your campsite) So be creative. If you drink, strap a mug to your belt or share with a stranger who did. Don't ever walk about with a can or bottle in you hand. Put your libation in a mug, a shoe; doesn't matter as long as it ain't in what it came in.
    And if you are a rude, obnoxious drunk, you will be asked to leave. No do overs. Thought it should be repeated. Thanks. Party on.

    Underage Drinking: We have ZERO TOLERANCE for underage drinking, both for consumers and providers. Wrist bands will be applied at registration to indicate those under 21 and we will be checking with our remote piloted drones. If you are caught serving to minors you will be going home sooner than you expected. No exceptions, cause it screws up a good thing for everybody.

    Children: We see parents and children as our best hope for the future and have fostered a family oriented community. Having said that, we recommend that if this is your first burn that you not bring the kids. We aren't in the business of deciding what's appropriate for anyone or their children, that's your job as a parent. You need to have a first hand experience of a burn so you can make an informed decision what's best for your family.

    Campsite Fires: Campfires are allowed by permit only. Your $15.00 fire ring registration fee gets you use of the steel ring and all the firewood you need for the event. DO NOT line your fire with rocks! Please, do not burn plastic, foil paper or cigarette butts. Our grounds staff will get very red faced because they are the folks who have to clean out the mess after you are gone. And did we mention, DO NOT line your fire with rocks? This is non negotiable and the Rangers will dismantle your fire and there will be no refunds. No burning of Art or other combustibles at your site. Really.

    Burning Art: Our WickerMan effigy will be constructed with space internally for you burn your art Saturday night; otherwise the Fire Circle is the only other place to burn something. We have really big fire extinguishers and we're not afraid to use 'em.

    Pets: Dogs and cats are not allowed in the camp at any time. Neither are your birds, snakes, green alligators, or hamster. Please don't ask, we already said no. However, please let us know if you have a service animal, and please be prepared to show appropriate documentation.

    Weapons, illegal substances and contraband: Its simple: We follow the laws of the land, and if we see it, you're busted; and will be asked to leave. Hasta la vista, baby. And no refund.