Burning Man 2009, Black Rock Desert, Nevada, United States

Theme camps and villages often form to create an atmosphere in Black Rock City that their group envisioned. As Burning Man grows every year it attracts an even more diverse crowd. Subcultures form around theme camps at Black Rock City similar to what can be found in other cities.
Volunteering
The Burning Man event is heavily dependent on a large number of volunteers. Many of these participants donate their time and energy to the event.