There are a few things I suggest you do to get involved for your first time

1) Join our Jackrabbit Speaks email newsletter. Ticket information is announced here. http://burningman.org/jrs

2) Read the prior year’s Survival Guide (the current year’s version doesn’t come out until two months before the event) http://survival.burningman.org

3) Join your regional email list to meet people in your area also interested in Burning Man. http://regionals.burningman.org

4) Connect with other people online interested in Burning Man http://burningman.org/network/get-involved/connect-with-burners/