Chapter Blog
Cyberpony Express Workshop At Burning Man Global HQ
On March 20, 2025, Burners Without Borders community members gathered at Burning Man Global HQ for the first Cyberpony Express Workshop.
This workshop was a collaboration with The High Desert Institute and The Multiverse School. We were very overwhelmed by the number of people who showed up. It was standing room only in the thunderdome.
What We Covered
- What: LoRa hardware
- How: Meshtastic software
- Why: Cyberpony Express - a project to build a low-cost, open-source, long-range communication network as an alternative to cell phone networks and the internet.
Why It Mattered
We discussed the need for a rugged, easy-to-use communication system that can operate independently of traditional infrastructure. This is especially important in disaster scenarios where cell towers and internet connectivity may be compromised.
How
Participants got hands-on experience with LoRa devices, learning how to set them up and use the Meshtastic software to create a mesh network. We also talked about potential future integrations into the other projects of the High Desert Institute and Multiverse School, including robotics, community AI labs, and off-grid digital libraries.