Announcing UnGnomeCamp (rhymes with Unknown Camp) the official unofficial post-conference gathering after GnomeDex 2007! NEW Thanks to Ponzi and Chris for location sponsorship; logistics and food/drinks sponsorships still available
- Can't get in to the sold-out GnomeDex?
- Can't spare $500-plus price of a Gnomedex ticket (may be higher on the scalpers' black market, your mileage may vary)
- Want more than a single-track format, with speakers at the front of the room? Want more interaction, a chance to present, multiple choices?
- Want to continue the conversations from Gnomedex and delve into more detail?
UnGnomeCamp is a chance to do all that, and more. It's an unconference using Open Space format. THIS MEANS THAT THE AGENDA WILL BE CREATED BY THE WHOLE GROUP TOGETHER IN THE MORNING OF THE EVENT. PLEASE ARRIVE ON TIME 10 AM Sharp AND PARTICIPATE IN THAT PROCESS....ALSO don't mind the 'rules of BarCamp' -
since we are using Open Space Technology we are going to follow the practice of invitation - if you are interested come;
The principles of Open Space - 1) Who ever come are the right people 2) What ever happens is the only thing that could have 3) Whenever it starts is the right time 4)Whenever it is over it is over;
And the Law of Two feet - if you are not learning or contributing it is your responsibility to respectfully find some where you are.
So inspired by the barcamp model we are creating an ad-hoc gathering born from the desire for people to share and learn in an open environment. It is an intense event with discussions, demos, and interaction from attendees. What it is in detail is up to you... participation is key.
So inspired by the barcamp model we are creating an ad-hoc gathering born from the desire for people to share and learn in an open environment. It is an intense event with discussions, demos, and interaction from attendees. What it is in detail is up to you... participation is key.
Event details
When
Sunday, August 12, 2007, 10 AM 'til 4ish
Where
Seattle, 9250 14th Ave. NW
Seattle buses 15 and 75 stop nearby.
Where to stay?
If you're already at Gnomedex, stay at your hotel, s. If you're a local, then this is not an issue.
Organizers
- Kaliya Hamlin, aka Identity Woman with extensive experience facilitating unconferences a
- Raines Cohen is a long-time communitarian, cohousing coach, and coworking coach, who has participated in many BarCamps and unconferences and has trained in Open Space facilitation
Both have attended multiple Gnomedexes, including this one.
- Shannon Clark is organizing MeshWalk, which is a choice within the UnGnomeCamp open framework. Part of the rules of Open Space Technology, the unconference format, is the "Law of Two Feet," which means, if you're not getting what you need, it's your responsibility to use your two feet and get yourself to somewhere you are. The MeshWalk is a great opportunity to take care of your need for exercise and connection.
Sponsors
GnomeDex is helping with outreach and funding the venue. Thanks, Ponzi and Chris!
The Unconference Blog is our official organizing sponsor
The New College MBA in Sustainable Enterprise is our education sponsor
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Your personal and corporate sponsorships will help improve the quality of the experience: opportunities include drinks, supplies, lunch. Contact raines _at_ that 3-letter apple-flavored computer name dot com to get connected.
Schedule
Sunday
10 AM gather, propose sessions (yes, you can sleep in, but unless you're there at 10, a session on the topic you want may not happen)
AM - sessions
- Lunch - unless we get a sponsor, this will be BYOB or potluck or breakouts at nearby restaurants.
PM - Sessions
Topics I would like to hear about or present
Please edit this list, but remember that what will ultimately determine what we present is what you propose at 10 AM on Sunday!
Volunteers
- add yourself... we'll find things for you to do!
Participants (aka Campers)
(also register via upcoming.org and/or FaceBook or Tribe.Net to get updates and build the pool there)
Task List
(please cross out when it's done)
Tech
Wifi (venue does NOT necessarily have WiFi available for us to use... take the opportunity to spend a few hours offline, or BYO connectivity)
Projector (Raines is bringing one), White Boards (venue has some)
Photo
Video (Raines bringing DV cam and tripod, but we could use additional ones to capture the multiple simultaneous sessions
Audio
Streaming or Stickam or Skype (maybe not, let's keep this low-tech compared to GnomeDex)
Non-tech
Lunch - sponsors wanted!
Coffee/Tea - sponsors wanted!
Tables and chairs - comes with the venue, all set
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