Anthrocon 2024

"Are you a furry interested in getting on the air in amateur radio? Want to get licensed so you can transmit on the amateur bands? Then come out to our FCC Amateur Radio Exam at Anthrocon. Our furry team of FCC-authorized proctors can provide all elements of the FCC amateur radio exam, up to the Amateur Extra level.

Regardless of which level(s) of exam you take, there is a required exam fee of $15.00 (we can accept cash or Venmo) to cover our Exam Coordinator's (ARRL) fees. Re-tests are time-limited and require an additional $15.00 fee.

For maximum success, we recommend all candidates study the FCC question pool using the ARRL's exam practice tool or similar, prior to taking the desired test(s): https://www.arrl.org/exam-practice

Please RSVP for this event by emailing sdwolf@sdwolf.com, to ensure we have enough materials for all candidates. Likewise, any questions on the panel or test can be directed to Shadow at the above email."

Furry is an international fandom. Did you cross a border to attend AnthroCon? Or are you an American looking to make new friends from outside the U.S.? You're welcome to this meetup!

Love to draw? Want to receive some FREE CUTE ART? Look no farther! Come down to the sketchbook swap and receive/give some amazing art! Each attendee will have 5-10 minutes with another attendee’s sketchbook to draw anything they please (SFW only!), then we’ll swap, and have another 5-10 min with a different sketchbook!

Feel free to print out your character(s) ref sheet- it’ll be great for the person with your sketchbook! :)

Don’t have a sketchbook or supplies? Don’t worry! We’ll supply paper and pencils/markers! (Limited while supplies last)

Have some leftover clothes in need of a home or looking for something different in style this year? We are offering a clothing exchange so you can up your wardrobe! Clean clothing with no rips, tears, or stains, please! Can be furry themed or whatever! No payment will be accepted.

Have some extra fursuit or art materials in need of a home? Come stop by to meet other artists and exchange your items or discuss ideas for projects. Items can include furs, linen or other materials, fursuit parts, swatches, templates or patterns, etc.. No loose glitter or similar items that may make a mess. Everyone regardless of skill level is welcome!

Have fun with other young fursuiters in the fandom! Play some games, draw, mingle and make new friends! Okami and Mom will be leading the panel.

We know you collect pins; who doesn't? Bring your extras and your personals and find other like-minded pin fans to trade with!

Love to draw? Want to receive some FREE CUTE ART? Look no farther! Come down to the sketchbook swap and receive/give some amazing art! Each attendee will have 5-10 minutes with another attendee’s sketchbook to draw anything they please (NSFW or SFW), then we’ll swap, and have another 5-10 min with a different sketchbook! Feel free to print out your character(s) ref sheet- it’ll be great for the person with your sketchbook! :)
Don’t have a sketchbook or supplies? Don’t worry! We’ll supply paper and pencils/markers! (Limited while supplies last)
Please keep in mind this event may have 18+ themes. The art you receive may have 18+ themes, and you may draw art that has 18+ themes, but that doesn’t mean it only has to be NSFW! (Sfw is completely welcome!) - IDs will be checked at the door.

Interested in matters of the mind? Curious about how hypnosis works? Come join other swirly furs make new friends talk about experiences share techniques. The floor is yours!

Learn everything about cast foam bases from casting them all the way to carving them. I learned from Smooth On so you don’t have to!

The crafter’s dilemma! Too much stuff and not enough time. Please bring any and all craft supplies you don’t want and send them off to a new home.

(SFW ONLY)
A space to meet, draw and share characters and art! Coloring and Drawing supplies will be available, please bring references and your own sketchbooks!

Ever been interested in ceramics, but just don’t know where to start? Well, welcome to pottery 101!

A place for fursuit makers beginner to advanced to meet other makers, swap stories, ask for advice, and make connections.

"So you've heard a little bit about needle felting, and you're ready to try it out - then this is the place to be! This three-hour hands-on class will provide everything you need to make your first felted piece for a materials fee of $25. At the end you take not only your finished piece, but also the tools needed to keep stabbing when you get home! We'll be making baby meowrimos - a type of tiny little green kitty.

Seats are limited to 10 participants, so please plan to arrive early to secure a spot and understand that we may run out of spaces. If all participant spaces are filled, anyone who wishes will be welcome to observe the class at no charge. Please be aware that the tools used are sharp, and this technique is not suitable for children under 8 because of the manual dexterity required. Children under 16 must be accompanied by a parent, but the parent does not have to participate unless they want to."

"Believe it or not, this is a 100% Safe-For-Work panel... In fact, safety while working is the bottom line when it comes to this topic!

This interactive panel is for all those who want to learn the absolute basics of ropes, rigging, and the various types of rope and equipment used in the fire/rescue services.

We'll be examining rope access equipment and basics from an absolute beginner perspective, including:

Discussing basic Personal Protective Equipment needed for rope rigging;

Discussing the various types of rope/webbing, their uses, and safety considerations;

Practicing how to properly tie some of the basic knots (figure 8, overhand, water knot) used in the fire service;

Demonstrating how ropes can be used to construct basic mechanical advantage haul systems to move a load from one point to another; and

Having an opportunity to examine, handle, and ask questions about equipment used by rope technicians, tower climbers, firefighters, and other rope access personnel.

Attendees are welcome to come and only observe, however any attendee who handles equipment or participates will be required to don appropriate provided P.P.E (Gloves, Safety Glasses). While not required, long sleeves and pants are encouraged.

Disclaimer: This panel is NOT sufficient training to attempt low, intermediate, or high angle rope work or to construct haul systems for overhead/life-safety lifting. Mastering these techniques requires specific training. Work with a professional to confirm your ability to perform these techniques safely and independently before attempting them unsupervised.

Specific questions for the panelists can be directed to sdwolf@sdwolf.com prior to the convention."