Attn SOAK Artists! It’s Time to Apply for Grant Funding
This year's SOAK theme calls to the curious, the bold, and those who thrive on the thrill of the unknown. Imagine stepping into a world where shadowy corners awaken with surprises and installations pulse with surreal energy. We're weaving a tapestry of imagination and want YOU to be part of it! Apply for an Art or Civic Grant! soakpdx.com/grants Application deadline: Sunday, March 2nd 11:59pm
Calling all creative minds and event enthusiasts – it's your chance to turn your wildest ideas into reality. There are two types of projects we fund—Art and Civic. Civic grants are generally smaller projects focused on community support (theme camp frontage, fuel for completed projects, etc.). Art grants assist PNW artists with materials for new & repaired or updated art projects/installations. Grab the opportunity to make a splash and bring your SOAK projects to life with the support of Precipitation Northwest's vibrant grant program.
Chromosphere 2024
Statement Supporting Inclusion, Diversity and Civic Responsibility
Precipitation Northwest emphatically stands by our community as the best allies, supporters, and defenders we can be.
From inception, PNW has championed an inclusive Greater Portland community that thrives on participatory art, events, education and leadership development.
We remain committed to the principles of Radical Inclusion, Radical Self-Expression, and Civic Responsibility.
All are welcome to participate in this community. We embrace individuals with disabilities and those from LGBTQIA+ and historically marginalized communities. We will continue to promote diversity and inclusion in our leadership and in the production of our events and programs.
2025 Burning Man Town Hall with slides
The Portland Regional Coordinators for Burning Man hosted the annual Burning Man Town Hall event on February 2, 2025. If you were unable to make it or would like a thrilling recap of the presentation, you can review the slide deck here:
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1H6u9CXsP6hsQSzkdVyD2mLIhRRW1h6gSaR2ECmg-iY4/edit?usp=sharing
Sorry – no recording is available for this one.
2025 Board Member Update
We are delighted to welcome four new additions to the Precipitation Northwest Board of Directors this year:
Colten “Tamagotchi” Nye
Emma “Gorgeous” Anholt
Lory Osterhuber
Thomas “Apparatus” McElroy
Our new members bring a wealth of experience, perspective and fresh enthusiasm to our team. Read more about their bios as well as the rest of this year’s team on our Board of Directors page.
We also would like to acknowledge our members who have completed their Board terms this year and we thank them for their service to the community.
Michelle “Star69” David (2021-2024)
Frank “Pope Tart” Broyles (2022-2024)
Krista Basis (2022-2024)
Caitlin “Breach” May (2024)
Finally, our Board Officers for 2025 will be:
Liz Pittinos, President
Chris “Starfish” Schneider, Vice-President
Emma “Gorgeous” Anholt, Secretary
Suzanne Mehta, Treasurer
SOAK*2025 Strange Magic: May 22-26
SOAK*2025’s theme is “Strange Magic” and you are cordially invited to bring your strange magic to the event. Hope to see you there!
SOAK is organized by an all-volunteer team and is a program of Precipitation Northwest. You can find the most up-to-date information on SOAK on the event website which is regularly updated during the event cycle.
Seeking new board members starting winter 2024!
Support the success of Burning Man culture throughout Portland & the Pacific Northwest.
Seeking new board members starting winter 2024!
Applications close on Sunday, October 20th, at 11:59pm PT.
Apply today @ https://www.precipitationnw.org/board-member-participation.
Our volunteer Board of Directors oversees the 501(c)3 nonprofit that supports the teams creating Oregon's official Burning Man Regional & Decompression events (SOAK & Burnout) and more. The board works to bring the 10 Principles to our greater community through opportunities for participatory art, civic engagement, and leadership development.
We have fun doing it all, too!
Questions? Email recruitment@precipitationnw.org.
SOAK*2025 Theme Submissions
Electric Ocean, Summer Camp, Hive Mind, Parallel Multiverse, SCIENCE!, Choose Your Own Adventure… these were some of the amazing themes that shaped the shared experience of past SOAKs.
Help us kickstart the 2025 theme selection process by submitting your ideas in the form below, and take part in the extravagant and exuberantly bureaucratic process of choosing the SOAK theme! Act quick as the form is only open for a few weeks! Also watch for an email in mid-October where you can vote on the final theme selection!
Vote here! Submissions close at 11:59pm on Sunday, September 29th, 2024.
Announcing Burnout 2024
The Burnout Production team and Precipitation Northwest are thrilled to announce:
Burnout 2024: Radical Infusion! Portland's official Burning Man Decompression.
Radical Infusion is all about blending the vibrant energy of Burning Man with the essence of our daily lives, creating a spectacular fusion of art, music, and community. It’s an invitation to infuse your passion, imagination, and transformative spirit into every aspect of the event and as well as your everyday life.
Date: September 28th, 2024
Time: 2pm-6am
2pm - 9pm: Free, all ages, and open to the public.
9pm - 6am: 21+ ticketed portion with alcohol sales.
Location: The Epicenter, A Burner owned and operated arts, events, and maker space!
6781 NE Columbia Blvd, Portland, OR 97218
What to Expect:
Stunning Art Installations: Enjoy the elaborate showcase of the local Burner communities talented artists.
Family Friendly Activities: The daytime portion of the event (2pm-9pm) is free and all ages. It is our intention to entice theme camps and art projects to bring their offerings for all ages for our community to engage with.
Electrifying Performances: 14+ hours of live music and DJ’s across 2 stages including a fire circle featuring some of Portland’s finest!
Community Connections: Reconnect with old friends and make new ones in a space that celebrates the unique contributions of each individual.
This is our time to shine and infuse the Portland community with all the amazing things that bring Burners together and we couldn't do it without You!
FB Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1309703633326216/
Ready to get involved?
Sign up to volunteer! This is an entirely volunteer run event, and volunteering for 4 hours earns you a ticket to the event!
Bring your art!
Art placement form is open until 9/21 but those applying for Artist Provisions must submit information by 9/7 and it is first come first served.
Bring your theme camp!
Theme camp placement form is open until 9/21.
Bring your fire!
Register as a fire performer, form open until 9/21.
Play some Music!
Register your band/DJ/music project, form open until 9/21.
Buy your tickets here!
Tickets are available NOW!
More info to come. Reach out to producers@burnoutpdx.com with any questions.