Frostburn 2011 February 17, 2011

When a group of Pittsburgh Burners thought to themselves: "What makes Burning Man special?" the answer was resounding: harsh conditions, amazing art, good people. And what harsh conditions were available? Winter, of course...cold, snowy, Pittsburgh winter. And thus "Frostburn" was born.

Imagine the climatic opposite of Burning Man: a frozen forest where ice and snow join fire and steam as mediums... Where sharing warmth is not just a figure of speech, but a necessity. Where radical self-reliance and communal effort are critical for human survival...

Frostburn thus far been a resounding success in bringing people together, showing off new art, and reminding us why we liked to play in the snow in the first place. We've had sweat lodges, viking ships, (clothing optional) Mr. Rogers sing-alongs, and even full service sports bars serving pierogies. Not to mention the snow-ball battles, polar bear plunges, and other winter activities. One of the most rewarding things, however, has been seeing people realize what they can do, huge contingents bringin' it from climates where the temperature never sees 50, while others have come back just because they realized what they can do. Plus it's made hot chocolate all the sweeter.

Frostburn has some amenities...limited electrical sites, RV access, a heated bathroom...but more and more, people have been creating warm spaces for people to gather and be together and share stories (umm...and party). Won't you join us?

Frostburn takes place 50 miles north of Pittsburgh, PA over Presidents' day weekend: February 18-21st 2011.

Official Website: http://frostburnpgh.com/index.html