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# Dreamland Nouns Can Dream: Propdate & Updated Report
*Bob Burnquist tre-filp step up (Photo by Dave Swift)*
**Nouns Can Dream 2024 Delivered!** It’s incredible to think over four weeks have passed since our Dreamland Nouns Can Dream event on October 12th, which marked the last stop of the Nouns Town LA tour. Reflecting on the event for this propdate, it still feels so surreal!
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## Event Overview
The Dreamland Nouns Can Dream event was an ambitious blend of skateboarding, Web3 technology, and creative arts. Our vision was to bring together skateboarders, artists, and the Nouns community, leveraging the influential Nouns DAO to merge digital and real-world experiences. This was more than a one-off gathering; it laid the groundwork for long-term engagement and content creation that will resonate well into the future.
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## Key Highlights & Successes
1. **An Inspiring Gathering**: Hosting Nouns Can Dream at my Dreamland compound was an incredible opportunity, one that I am truly grateful for. We successfully created a space where skateboarders, artists, and Web3 enthusiasts could connect and share unforgettable experiences. The live art activations and thrilling skate sessions turned Dreamland into a hub of cultural exchange and innovation.
*Bob Burnquist Noggling*
3. **Cultural Fusion & Onboarding**: We introduced many of my skateboarding peers to the world of Web3, helping them set up wallets and receive crypto payments. This hands-on experience created excitement and curiosity around blockchain technology, planting seeds for future engagement.
4. **Long-Term Nounish Impact**: Nouns branding is now a permanent part of Dreamland, from the noggle rail on the Mega Ramp to the mural and Nounish obstacles. Friends and fellow skaters who had only seen the noggles on social media now understand their significance firsthand, creating continuous exposure and unique onboarding opportunities.
*Jeff King, Fabricio "Breeze" Santos and Bruno Passos*
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## Event Recap
- **Date & Cultural Significance**: The event took place on October 12th, a date that coincided with Children’s Day in Brazil and followed my birthday on October 10th. We celebrated with a Nouns-themed birthday party, and having family, including my mother who drove down from Oregon, made it even more special.
- **Participants & Atmosphere**: Nearly 200 attendees joined us from across the globe, including guests from the United States, Brazil, Europe, and Australia. The crowd included Nounish figures like Ben Latsko, Ben Bhodi, Derek from The Park, Valtaylor, and Willy Wonka, as well as renowned skateboarders like Elliot Sloan and Italo Penarrubia. Visitors experienced Dreamland’s magic for the first time.
**Guest Statistics**:
- **Total Approved Guests**: Almost 200 guests Managed through an RSVP system.
- **Web3 Onboarding**: Several skaters set up wallets and received crypto payments, generating excitement about blockchain technology.
- **Community Representation**: The event brought together members from sub-communities like Lil Nouns, Gnars, Builder DAO, Vrbs, Yellow Collective and others.
**Live Streaming**: We broadcast four hours of the event using Starlink, giving viewers a surpise front-row seat to the Dreamland Compound. While successful, we see opportunities to improve, such as having a scripted host for smoother transitions. We had not planned to have the event livestream and it was a first for Dreamland.
**Shorter Edit Cuts**: 1 main edit cut In the works and uploading very soon to my youtube channel. Shorter clips for social media will be cut as well.
**Defiance Media News Special**: Is next in line and will be spreading the Nouns Can Dream story around the globe with a lice 5 min edit that will also be cut up into shorter soundbites.
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## Budget Utilization
- We efficiently used the allocated funds for Mega Ramp maintenance, production setup, artist fees, travel, and landscaping. Efforts included extensive brush clearing, ramp repairs, and installing Nouns-themed features like the noggle obstacles. We compensated artists, provided materials for murals, and distributed prize money in crypto, which helped onboard skaters into Web3. Expenses remained within budget, and we maximized our resources.
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## Things That Went Well
1. **Artistic Activation**: Fabio Ema’s Nouns-themed graffiti installations created a visually stunning environment. The noggles rail and mural were captivating, and watching kids explore the art and skate features was unforgettable.
*Fabio Ema at work.*
*Dreamland Nounish Mural*
2. **Onboarding & Engagement**: We successfully introduced skaters to Web3, setting up wallets and sparking interest in blockchain technology.
3. **Live Stream Triumph**: The Starlink-powered live stream worked flawlessly, opening the door for future broadcasts. With a fast up link speed and elevated technical production that featured 9 Broadcast level cameras, we were able to stream all the action...in real time.
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## Challenges & Areas for Improvement
1.**Technical Hurdles**: Connectivity issues at the Bowl area prevented the surprise HBO documentary screening. We’ll improve internet reliability and focus on strategic lighting for future events. This was a bonus part of the event as it wasnt included in the prop that passed.
3. **Skater Fatigue**: Extended Mega Ramp sessions left skaters who skated the Mega ramp event too exhausted for the bowl jam. We’ll consider spreading activities over multiple days or focusing sessions.
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## Updated Project Report: "Nouns Can Dream"
### Overview & Vision
The "Nouns Can Dream" project is a blend of skateboarding, Web3 integration, and artistic creativity, centered around Dreamland. We leverage the Nouns DAO community to merge real-world branding with digital engagement, creating a sustainable impact that extends far beyond a single event.
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### Key Elements & Future Plans
1. **Content & Footage**: We captured high-quality 6K footage of tricks and memorable moments, now being edited by Errorgardener's team, The "tre flip lip slide" on the noggles rail will be a clip in Bob's edited feature video in the next THPS game content.
5. **Branding & Integration**: Nouns branding is a central theme, with plans for a special Burnkit skateboards collaboration to distribute products through Zumiez and other outlets.
6. **Live Streaming**: The successful Starlink-powered stream will be edited into a 30-40 minute highlight reel for broader social media engagement.
7. **Collaboration & Expansion**: Interest from other media outlets and collaborators has sparked plans for Dreamland to support new live events.
9. **Philanthropy & Education**: Dreamland is linked to Skate Cuida, my initiative focused on using skateboarding as a tool in Brasil. We’ll continue onboarding skateboarders and artists into Web3 using platforms like Warpcast, token8.life, vrbs.build, nouns and more.
10. **Social Media Strategy**: We’ll continue to promote all the content gethered on Web3 platforms, targeting skateboarding and the broader Nouns community.
12. **Sustainability & Long-Term Goals**: Dreamland will keep evolveing into a sustainable and inspiring venue, remaining a hub for art, skateboarding, and digital innovation.
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## Acknowledgments
A massive thank you to everyone who made this event possible: Ben Latsko, Ben Bhodi, Jeff King, Fabrizio Santos, Fabio Ema, Derek and Val from The Park, and Errorgardener. Their tireless efforts in ramp maintenance, art, and event coordination were instrumental in our success. Thanks to all skaters, artists, and behind-the-scenes contributors for making this experience truly unforgettable!