SOAK*2026 Producer Application is open!
We welcome community leaders to apply as a volunteer for the position of SOAK Producer - one of the hardest working and most fulfilling volunteer roles PNW has to offer. Please submit your application by Sunday Sept 30th, we look forward to hearing from you!
BurnOn - Portland’s Decompression
Be part of the energy that brings us together to celebrate the essence of the 10 Principles of Burning Man - join us on Saturday October 18th for Portland’s Official Decompression Event.
https://www.burnonpdx.com/
Photo Credit: Starfish, Burnout 2022
Livestream of SOAK Temple Burn 6/7/25 @ 9pm
SOAK Temple photo credit to Kim Arbios from SOAK*2025
We were unable to safely burn both the MBS and Temple at SOAK this year due to unfavorable wind conditions. The Temple of Renewal and all offerings have been carefully transported to the hills of Gaston, OR and we plan to burn it there to complete the cycle of release. This is a small private property which can not accommodate a large group in attendance so we will be live-streaming the burn so that the community can join in the ceremony by remote. Please join us on this livestream which will be broadcast on www.soakpdx.com.
Photo credit to Kim Arbios from SOAK*2025
Seeking Burnout 2025 Producers: Apply Now!
PNW is seeking dedicated and talented individuals to produce Burnout, Portland’s annual Burning Man Decompression event, in Fall of 2025.
Burnout happens right here in PDX, so it's our best chance to radically include non-Burners and folks to whom SOAK is not easily accessible. If you’d be a fabulous contribution to the Burnout production team, please apply here!
Burning Man Portland rises from the ashes
The Burning Man Portland Website has been freshly rejuvenated! This site is maintained by the Portland Regional Contacts (RCs) and has useful information about what is going on in the Portland Burning Man community, as well as links to interesting resources including:
Information about the Burning Man Regional Network and our esteemed Regional Contacts
A local events calendar
Links to the Burning Man Hive educational resource center, and Portland Announce traditional email list.
Check it out! Bookmark it! Tell your friends!
PNW Bylaws Updated
The Precipitation Northwest Board has updated our bylaws to bring them into alignment with our current operational practices. This is the first formal update of the bylaws since our inception. We think it’s valuable or the community to not just appreciate what we do but also how we do it, so we are glad to share these.
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.