In part 2, we continue through the history of the Burning Man event. Then, we get into what to expect what how to prepare if you plan to attend Burning Man. Finally, we conclude with some criticisms and arguments people have made against Burning Man either in general or with respect to its most recent iteration. Would you ever go to Burning Man? Have you ever been? Tell us what you think!

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Links and References: 

1. https://history.burningman.org/
2. https://history.burningman.org/timeline/
3. https://www.visitrenotahoe.com/iconic-events/burning-man
4. https://www.rgj.com/story/news/2024/08/20/burning-man-history-purpose-origins-black-rock-city/74874537007/
5. https://burningman.org/black-rock-city/preparation/first-timers-guide/
6. https://www.reddit.com/r/BurningMan/comments/12z7avo/things_you_wish_you_knew_before_going_to_your/
7. https://rocknheavy.net/burning-man-a-complete-guide-c0719e9f20a8
8. https://burningman.org/about-us/
9. https://www.sfgate.com/travel/burningman/article/everything-people-get-wrong-about-burning-man-19726500.php
10. https://www.theransomnote.com/art-culture/events/the-misconceptions-of-burning-man-a-reflection/
11. https://www.businessinsider.com/burning-man-festival-attendee-negatives-warning-advice-2023-8
12. https://www.treehugger.com/time-to-rethink-burning-man-7965803
13. https://www.hcn.org/articles/desert-what-are-the-real-impacts-on-burning-mans-playa/#:~:text=Some%20other%20environmental%20concerns%20include:%20*%20**Commodification,up%20after%20themselves%20*%20Respect%20their%20homeland
14. https://www.the-independent.com/arts-entertainment/burning-mangoers-share-their-craziest-stories-from-the-festival-10496942.html
15. https://www.sfgate.com/travel/burningman/article/i-was-wrong-about-burning-man-21024611.php
16. https://burningman.org/news/ 

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