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Convention Tips & Guides
Looking for information on how to plan your convention? Going to Anthrocon for the first time? Our staff writers have some helpful topics and guides to help make your experience the best possible one.
Planning your convention
How to plan your first furry con
There’s a lot to be excited about when you’re planning your first furry convention. Read up on some tips to make it as smooth as it can be.
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Things you’ll want to pack for Anthrocon
Check out our handy reference guide for common things that you’ll want to pack.
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Travelling internationally to Anthrocon
Whether you’re crossing a border or crossing an ocean, keep yourself prepared for your exciting journey to Pittsburgh.
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Budgeting
Budgeting for a furry con
Don’t get caught unprepared for the different types of expenses you’ll need to pay for at a furry convention.
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Deals and services to help cut costs
Learn about potential deals and services that could make your Anthrocon a little easier (and cheaper) to enjoy.
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Convention Experience
Furry Community and Convention Growth
With how much the furry community has grown compared to just a few years ago, we share what it means for furry conventions.
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Being a Good Guest at a convention
Every attendee plays a part in ensuring that Anthrocon is the best it can be, and there’s a few ways you can be a great ambassador for that.
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respect between attendees, the con, and the public
As Anthrocon grows, the more important it becomes to show mutual respect within our community, and our surrounding environment.
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Tips on making lines more bearable
As part of the convention experience, you’ll likely be standing in a long queue line at some point during the weekend.
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Anthrocon 101 for kids and parents
If your kid (or your parent) is bringing you to your first Anthrocon, there are a few things to keep in mind.
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Fursuiting
Do’s and don’ts of interacting with fursuiters
While fursuiters can be awesome to see and interact with, it’s important to remember that there are common courtesies to consider.
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Fursuiting in the hot summer weather
Learn some tips on how to prepare for the summer weather in the Steel City, which can catch fursuiters off-guard in the heat.
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Fursuiting Opportunities and Places at Anthrocon
.Check out some of these recommendations on where fursuiters can find great opportunities to fursuit, hang out, and interact with others.
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