Before we get there, let's talk about the GlamCocks policy on sexual activity, in general and at our camp at Burning Man.

GlamCocks have always been a "sex positive" group: we love and celebrate people and sex in all forms, and honor everyone's right to have it in a safe, fun, consensual and glamorous way. As our group has grown, our experiences and attitudes about sex with and around each other continue to evolve. Above all, we appreciate, celebrate and deeply respect everyone's relationship choices, whether your choice is to be single, married, monogamous, polyamorous, or in an open relationship. 

At Burning Man, GlamCocks is strictly not a sex camp; we don't create or promote any public or private communal play spaces. Just as having sex with one person requires direct communication and consent from that individual, having sex in a shared communal space requires direct communication and consent from that community. While someone may think it's ok to initiate sex in one of the camp's communal spaces, doing this actually turns others around you, and people who may wander in, into voyeurs without their consent. We do not believe in "implied consent." This is especially important to remember at an event where people may be drunk, intoxicated, disoriented, or unable to make choices for themselves.

Why do we have this policy at Burning Man? 

Most areas at our camp are open to the Burning Man community. Friends, family members, and even young children have attended our events and visited camp unexpectedly. We have this policy to maintain an environment that is open, welcoming and inviting to everyone.

Why don't the GlamCocks have a play space? 

Few GlamCocks have asked for this to be created, so this has not been made a priority. Maintaining and monitoring a safe, clean, public play space involves challenges that we have not felt ready to take on. If you feel strongly that we should have a designated play space in the future, please let us know in the feedback surveys after the Burn.

Which areas of camp are public? Which are private? 

Your personal shelters are the only private areas of camp. If your personal shelter is shared by several people, work out between you the circumstances where sex is acceptable there. All other areas and structures of camp are considered public, including structures like the Shade Corral, the MoreCockIn Tent, the Cock n’ Tail Bar, and all car ports.

Ok, so where should I go to have sex? 

Your personal shelter is the best option, if you want privacy. Several camps also create open play spaces specifically for men to have sex, including Comfort & Joy (a larger open tent), and Down Low Club (a darkroom style tent). Other camps schedule play times as well.

What else should I know about having sex at Burning Man? 

Everything will be dusty and your resources are limited, but where there's a will there's a way. Porta-potties provide any privacy you may need to prepare. Wet wipes are a good way to clean up before and after sex, but they're not allowed in the porta-potties, so put them in a trash bag. GlamCocks are limited to one shower at camp per day, so be sure to use it wisely (most Cocks choose to take their shower in the late afternoon). Also shower and water resources are designed for GlamCocks only, so please don't offer showers to partners who aren't camping with us.

What should I do if someone is starting to have sex in one of our communal areas? 

Please don't just walk away. If they are fellow GlamCocks or their guests, keep a sense of humor while asking them to move to a private space. If necessary, remind them of our camp policy. If they are not GlamCocks, politely insist that they stop stop and explain that our spaces are public and not appropriate for sexual behavior. Suggest other places they can go to to continue. 

What should I do if people won't stop playing after I've asked them to? 

Please find one of the Camp Leads immediately, and they'll handle it. 

What should I do if I see a situation that may be dangerous or nonconsensual? 

If you and/or others can safely intervene, please do so. If this is happening at our camp, immediately find and notify a Camp Lead or a Ranger. If you see this happening anywhere outside of camp, immediately find a Burning Man Ranger and report it.

What should I do if I feel pressured to have sex and I don't want to? 

There is never any expectation or requirement for any GlamCock to have sex with any other GlamCock. We do not tolerate sexual harassment, non-consensual hazing, or any kind of peer pressure to have sex. Wherever you are or whatever situation you are in, never do anything you don't want to do. Say "No" and get away. Then please find a Camp Lead (if it was with a GlamCock) or a Ranger (if it was with someone outside of camp) to report it so the situation can be addressed and prevented. 

Does this policy apply to GlamCock events or gatherings outside of Burning Man? 

Any official event thrown exclusively by the GlamCocks must comply with these policies and guidelines around sexual activity. There may be cases where joint parties with other Burning Man groups will have play spaces, and for unofficial gatherings or house parties it is up to hosts whether to make public or private play spaces available.

We ask all GlamCocks to uphold our sex positive attitude, while honoring our values of respect for relationships, communication, responsibility, mutual consent, and safety for yourselves and others. 

Additional Resources: 

Comfort & Joy’s Safe Sex Tips: http://playajoy.org/?p=7317