Author Topic: Conventions for Dummies (Read 2528 times)

Rimpala · « **on:** September 28, 2005, 11:01:49 pm »

Ok... so what would I expect to find if I went to my first fur convention..? I figure it's best to know ahead of time so nothing would catch me off guard... And I need to know what to do and what not to do. Is there music? Â

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RedneckFur · « **Reply #1 on:** September 28, 2005, 11:43:03 pm »

Allow me to join you Rimpala! I've never been to a con either, but I would really like to know what to expect. Any things to watch out for? Good things to look for?
*Puts on dunce cap*

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Sheeta · « **Reply #2 on:** September 29, 2005, 01:52:44 am »

I'm with you guys--my first furry con will be Midwest Fur Fest coming up in November. I'm definitely looking forward to it!

As far as music, there's usually a dance or two that happens Friday or Saturday night from what I've been told. That's where I plan to be--if there's a dance and/or rave, I'm there!

Procyon · « **Reply #3 on:** September 29, 2005, 06:15:51 am »

There are usually dances every night, at least at the big conventions, if you're into that.

But most general advice I can give you is to try to go with someone you know - or at least sort-of know, or at least have talked to online on a few occasions. Being in such a radically different environment with so many unfamiliar people can be a bit stressful if you're not extremely intrinsically outgoing. (Also, you'll want a roommate to defray lodging costs.)

Other than that, just be ready for the change. For a few days, furry becomes completely normal, and the "mundane" world bizarre and outlandish. It's awesome.

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Rimpala · « **Reply #4 on:** September 29, 2005, 10:14:32 am »

Oh wait and we need this in here:

Pillowmint · « **Reply #5 on:** September 29, 2005, 03:54:25 pm »

I don't know about MFF or other cons, but Anthrocon holds a panel for those who are first time con-goers. There's not that much to stress about, really.