VOLUNTEER
Interested in helping make Engulf go and earn a discounted ticket for next year? PARTICIPATE!
Engulf manifests by the power of YOU, the Engulf community! It’s an open canvas for our creativity and energy–powered by you, and you, and you! Engulf supplies a safe space, an effigy, toilets, and a few other amenities, but everything else you see at Engulf is made by the people of Engulf!
All attendees are participants and participants are both the entertainers and the entertained. Theme camps, art, performances–these all come from the hearts, minds, and generous spirits of your fellow Engulfers (and you!) …
There are no paid employees, no VIP, and no vending! Everyone who you see “working” at Engulf (or doing stuff pre- or post- event) is a volunteer: the person who scans your ticket, the one who shows you where to park, the medics there to supply first aid and basic life saving … the map makers, the art placers, the Rangers working to keep the event safe … the website designers, the people keeping the generators going, those who build our effigy … (you get the idea) … ARE ALL VOLUNTEERS!
While attending Engulf means you’re an Engulf participant and a co-creator of the event, there are so many more ways to participate and help make Engulf go! Follow the link below to browse the available positions and sign up for one that matches your skills and/or interests!
For a listing of all job descriptions and their accessibility options, scroll down or follow this link.
Unless you already have a ticket, do NOT sign up for a volunteer shift. This means that if you have a volunteer ticket code from LAST year, or you are receiving a code for a critical volunteer shift for THIS year, purchase your ticket first, then sign up for a volunteer shift. Or, if you have already purchased a general admission ticket, go ahead and sign up for a volunteer shift. If you do not meet these conditions, wait until you are able to acquire a ticket in the secondhand trade market before signing up. If you have already signed up for a volunteer shift, but do not yet have a ticket, please remove yourself from the sign up list until you acquire a ticket.
2026 Engulf Ticket Pricing
General Admission: $160
2025 Volunteer: $110
Critical Volunteer: $100
Leadership: $75 - Visit our Leadership page
Critical Volunteers
Critical Volunteer tickets are available for $100 to anyone registering at least one volunteer shift as a Khaki Ranger, R-12 Ranger, Nightwatch, First Aid, Firefighter, or on-call Mental Health Professional.
Other than Nightwatch, all positions require real world experience or certifications and will be verified through our safety department.
If the volunteer positions with your skill set are already filled, please reach out to the safety department safety@engulfburn.org with your burn resume to see what we can arrange. We appreciate veteran volunteers and look forward to working with you!
Are these within your capabilities? Please consider volunteering this year (2026) for discounted tickets which are set aside for those who qualify UNTIL THE DAY OF EVENT.
These are critically important roles for the safety of Engulf. You are required to sign in and out of your shift or notify your team Lead if you can no longer attend the event. A no-call, no-show, will be ineligible for discounted volunteer tickets going forward.
Volunteer Job Descriptions
Gate: This is where the fun starts! You get to meet every person that comes in! And make them sign things!
Bring your friends and meet new ones!
#stationary #frontandcenter
Greeters: You get to hug people and welcome them home! Greet newbies and oldies alike! Remind everyone about a very important word…CONSENT! Bring your friends because it’s a great way to volunteer as a group!
#semiactive #frontandcenter
Parking: Like to tell people where to go? Parking is essential to make Engulf work, so we need your help! You get to direct people to designated parking areas and guide RVs into their camping spots.
#onthemove #frontandcenter
Night Watch: This is a badass team of night crawlers! Watch for sneaky people and late comers after the gate closes! Bring a friend or five!
#stationary #behindthescenes
Power and Lighting: This crew sets up, monitors and breaks down all the lights and things that power Engulf along roadways, paths, structures, and signs. Shifts are available before, during and post event.
#onthemove #behindthescenes
Structures Build / Strike: The build crew sets up the main structures like Hive, HQ tents, Center Camp, and Gate. Strike crew breaks the structures down and gets everything packed away to go back to storage. Shifts are available during and post event.
#onthemove #behindthescenes
Ice: The coolest people! Jam out to some tunes, have a dance party, or just take people’s money.
#semiactive #frontandcenter
Earth Guardians: Care about picking up MOOP! Walk the grounds observing for improperly discarded and lost items. You can also volunteer to stay after the event and have some Sunday fun walking the grounds looking for MOOP and talking to people!
#onthemove
Hive: This is volunteer central! We are friendly, awesome, and know lots about the event! We coordinate with all departments to get volunteers where they go and equipment signed in and out! We encourage people to sign up for volunteer shifts!
#stationary #frontandcenter
Rangers: The much needed eyes and ears of the event!
Khaki Rangers: Dispatch and operations. They communicate with all departments coordinating efforts to make the event fun for everyone.
Swamp Rangers: keep the event safe by moving around monitoring for any situation that may need extra attention. Training will be provided on using a radio, conflict mediation and proper responses to different incidents.
#onthemove #frontandcenter
First Aid: Provides basic first aid and basic lifesaving! Operate in accordance with the Good Samaritan Law!
First Aid volunteers will take turns being mobile with other safety volunteers to support, uplift, and protect the Engulf community. There are also an on-call position!
CPR certification or above required! All emergencies go to 911!
#semiactive or #onthemove #behindthescenes
Sanctuary: A soft landing for participants who need it. Sanctuary volunteers will take turns being mobile with other safety volunteers to support, uplift, and protect the Engulf community. Volunteers here will practice active listening, promote relaxation techniques, and hold space for those who are having a tough moment! Training will be provided prior to the event.
#semiactive or #onthemove #behindthescenes
Mobility Shuttle: Drive a 6-person golf cart and make the burn more accessible for everyone! As a shuttle Driver you will assist fellow burners with mobility challenges in getting around the Piney Playa. If you love meeting new people and being in the center of it all, then this is for you!
You must have a valid drivers licence and remain sober throughout your shift.
#stationary #frontandcenter
Fire Perimeter: We can’t burn our art without a safety perimeter! Get a front row seat and keep people safe. You will be given a glow stick and safety vest, otherwise come as you are! You must be on your feet an hour before each burn Friday and Saturday nights.
#onthemove
Fire Safety and Fire Art [FART!]!: Provide support to ensure the safe use of fire at Engulf. Setup pyrotechnics and burn plan for Temple, Effigy and other burning art installations.
#onthemove #frontandcenter
Fire Fighters: Fire Department members work at various times throughout the event to support scheduled burns on Friday and Saturday night. The Fire Dept lead will coordinate with members to meet the needs of scheduled burns.
#onthemove #frontandcenter
Conclave: Calling all Fire Dance Performers! Want to show off your mad skills! Contact the Conclave Lead to join the performance. chrispweick@gmail.com jesse@engulfburn.org
#onthemove #frontandcenter
Art: What makes Engulf, well, Engulf! Art support will help artists get installations set up, be a point of contact to coordinate other support for artists and creatively solve creator’s problems. There are positions that are stationary and others that require hands-on work. Find the perfect fit for you!
#onthemove #stationary #behindthescenes
Tag descriptions:
#behindthescenes - These shifts involve working with a team or one-on-one/light interaction with participants.
First Aid Sanctuary Art Night Watch Power and Lighting Build /Strike
#frontandcenter - These roles are for people who love to interact with participants.
Hive Rangers Khaki Rangers Conclave Parking Ice
Fire Safety Fire Art Fire Fighters Gate Greeters
#stationary - These shifts involve mostly sitting. These are the most accessible shifts.
Hive Art Gate Night Watch
#semiactive - These roles involve both sitting and standing. Minimal walking may be required.
First Aid Sanctuary Greeters Ice
#onthemove - Active shifts that include a lot of walking and/or standing.
Rangers Khaki Rangers First Aid Sanctuary Art Parking Conclave Power and Lighting Build/Strike Earth Guardians Fire Perimeter Fire Safety Fire Art Fire Fighters