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Bennie

Description

A brief tour of the history of the furry fandom. Or: how we went from a room party to the Guiness Book of World Records.

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Yellow

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Whether growing a furry convention or launching a business, we need to design solutions to things that happen tens to hundreds to thousands of times a day. Come over to learn about engineering with scale in mind. No technical knowledge necessary. P.S. If you’re into Factorio or Satisfactory, the concepts I’ll cover will feel familiar.

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LycanthropyLive

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Want to make friends at conventions, but don’t know where to start? Swing by for a quick presentation on how to talk to strangers, get invited to events, and be the social butterfly you’ve always wanted to be!

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Brimstone

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Join a licensed commercial nuclear operator for an interactive Q&A on all things nuclear! We'll use your questions to guide the conversation, covering everything from the basics of nuclear fission and electricity generation to the truth about nuclear accidents and the future of the industry. Get real answers from an expert in a fun, non-technical environment.

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Reverb Husky, Dire Wolf

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Discover the world of radio-controlled vehicles! From cars and trucks to planes and boats, this panel covers the basics of RC hobbying—what to buy, how to start, and tips for beginners. Perfect for anyone curious about the fun, tech, and community behind RC vehicles.

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Citrine Husky

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Have you ever wondered what it is like to be blind? Join Citrine for an in-depth discussion about what it’s like to be without sight in a sighted world. Be sure to bring your questions.

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Tikku

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Listen as Tikku, a recent graduate of the Chicago School of Violin Making, describes the process of carving and constructing a violin from start to finish.

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Draggor

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You've probably heard of Dungeons & Dragons, and maybe even played it! Are you curious about what other games are out there? Great! We'll be doing a modest review of two systems, Delta Green and Genesys, while touching on some others like Inspectres, Troika!, and more!

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Kydd

Description

So are you VR fur or someone interested making 3d models? If so come join for a bit as a model is made live by the host who will be going over some basics for 3d modeling in one of the most readily available programs (blender). he will be take questions and suggestions from the audience come bring some curve balls so he can learn some new stuff along side you.

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Twin Swords

Description

The only prerequisite for this panel is that you've seen a blue dog! Let's talk about what makes a blue dog fursona and HOW they're made! Come and join Twin, the second best blue coyote, as we answer the age old question: Why Blue Dog?

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Samson Toucanson

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Join Avian Ornithologists Samson and Aetus as they discuss the art of bird banding. Learn what bird banding is, why we do it, and how it works! This panel will cover species from Raptors to Passerines.

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AgatesBenedict, Seanathan

Description

How does one develop an art style? Join me to reflect on my personal art journey dating back 10 years ago to learn how to find your own style inspiration and drawing resources. Discover what kind of art you want to make! (Extra time will be spent teaching digital art tricks)

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The FurSquared AV Team

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Ever been to a concert or dance and found out that you were actually more interested in the lights, sound, or video? Ever thought that you might enjoy helping run those things but don't know where to start? Are you just bored and want to chat with the AV team? Come learn what goes into running AV at FurSquared! No experience required!

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KaevonWrites

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We all agree that birds are better than humans, but how can we turn that useless arm thing into flappy feathered fabulousness?? Join Kaevon to learn all about comparative anatomy as it relates to transformation art. TF is all about shifting shapes and bodies, so learning about similar structures helps us become our best furry selves! Literally!

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a fox named coyote

Description

Whether you need help writing your first song, or you just want ideas to keep your music going, let's talk songwriting!

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Bada, Branch

Description

Do you enjoy roleplay? Do you dream of becoming a fantasy character? Do you want to hit people with sticks? If so, join Branch and Bada and learn how to join the wonderful world of Live-Action Roleplaying!"

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Delta Diogenes, Pup Spartan

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So you get the idea of Pet Play... but how do you fit your unique self, and unique sona, into a kink community that seems dominated by clones of the same young, thin, cis gay male puppy archetype? In this interactive course, we'll explore strategies for modifying common Pet archetypes, as well as creating our own from scratch, to practice expressing our unique selves as Pet Players.

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Ziggy Darkglow

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Malphas, Xeirez

Description

Darkglow Fitness is an event hosted 2 times a week on VRChat brought to you in real life at fursquared! This is a basic fitness course and a chance to move around with some friends. Bring some water and get ready to sweat! Get ready to "Grab fitness by the horns"!

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Twin Swords

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Bonez

Description

Are cons starting to feel a bit same-y? Do you feel like you keep doing the same thing at cons? There's a lot that goes on at furry conventions and around them! Learn a few new ways to explore spending your time at conventions!

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Zorvis Fox

Description

Have what it takes to Win the Joust, Slay the Dragon, and Woo the Princess? No? That’s ok, we’ll teach you! Learn the board/card drafting game Medieval Academy to become the greatest knight in the land!

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Volt the Mars

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If you're interested in writing original music or looking to improve your songwriting, this is the panel for you! Join Volt the Mars in a college lecture-style presentation featuring 7 composition topics to consider that will take your original music (whatever the genre) to the next level! We'll be listening to real-life examples as we learn, and you can share your music afterward in a Q&A.

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Codes

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You ever just stop and wonder why you became a furry? Your childhood cartoons may be the reason! In this panel, Codes will analyze the history of animation and cartoons while explaining how it manages to somehow tie into the development of many furries and how it continues to shape the lives of many in the fandom!

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Dustin DaHusky

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Ever wanted to start a social gathering for your local community, but not sure how? Come ask Dustin DaHusky, who has had long time experience running furmeets since 2012, for some insight on the basics of running a successful furmeet. Learn to be a pillar of your community! Are you a furmeet organizer too? Come join us and share your experiences with the panel!

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Mey (aka Meyneth)

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Heard the term "Rule of Thirds"? What about ISO? F-stop? Why even bother with "real" cameras when phones come with one already? A No-Experience-Needed crash course on the basics of fur-tography, going over terminology, fundamentals, and why it might be worth going beyond the phone camera. More than just telling you information you can find online, I hope to explain why this hobby has me so hooked.

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Rain Shinotsu

Description

Would you like to learn about weasels? Come to this panel to hear a host of fun facts and interesting information about these crazy critters!

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Codes

Description

Furries on your college campus? It's more likely than you think! Learn how to connect with furries on campus and take the next step towards your own furry club.

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Rain Shinotsu, Gretri, Wild Rose

Description

Thought about trying Linux, but been daunted by the switch? This panel, led by two Linux users, will show you not only why it's worth using, but also how to get started: beginner recommendations, what to expect, and how to navigate it; so you too can befriend the penguin. (And maybe a glimpse into the more advanced stuff!)

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Delta Diogenes

Description

Being a pet player, leatherperson, or kinky deviant at home by yourself is fine, but there's a whole world out there waiting for you! PAH groups and puppy clubs, leather weekends, dungeon parties, title contests and more... join us for an informative panel on the places and spaces to learn, play, and get plugged into an awesome community.

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SpringleDongle

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Are you an artist who wants to break into the commission scene with NSFW art? There's a few things you should know! Learn the intricacies of navigating the market of adult artwork with an artist who's been in the trenches full-time for over 5 years.

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Kaisei Toranaga

Description

Rubberfur Meet & Greet returns to FurSquared! Hast thou glimpsed a squeaky, shiny creature online or roaming the con and wondered what that’s all about? Art thou a curious newcomer or seasoned rubberfur seeking fellowship? Gather with us to discuss everything from care basics and style inspiration to community and creativity. Then stick around for a meet and greet, and finally a group photo after the panel!

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mothpup

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Tired of platforms like Twitter and Instagram scraping your data, controlling your algorithm, and ruining the fun of the fandom online? Then YOU should make a personal website! This panel will walk through what the Indie Web is, why (more) furries should get involved, and how you can get started!

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mothpup

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Yes! This panel will walk through the who, what, where, and why of the developing academic discipline of furry studies. Discover the answer to questions such as "how gay are furries, exactly?" Discover the theories, research, data, and more conducted by furries for furries.

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wolfletech, Jase Husky

Description

Have you ever wonder what other fur events occur in the State of Wisconsin? Can't figure out what to do a weekend coming up? Want to know about other Wisconsin based chats? We will help you with all those questions and more!

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Draagonslayer19

Description

Has your village been ravaged by fire and forced to offer sacrifices to avoid total destruction? Are your sheep being carried off to nearby forests and mountains? If this or any other Dragon related incidents have occurred to you, then this informational panel is the answer. Join Draagonslayer19 as he discusses dragons shown in books, tv, and movies to learn the best slaying techniques.

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AgatesBenedict, Seanathan

Description

Learn to design armor for your drawing endeavors. Apply knowledge about function to stylize fantasy armor, and ponder: how can we design armour for our furry friends?

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Eastern Red Skunk

Description

Astrology is an ancient art. Have you ever wondered what it has to say about animals? Join me as I discuss the planets, the signs of the Zodiac, and why werewolves howl at the moon.

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Boozy Badger

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Do you rely on Google for legal information? Has Reddit become your go to attorney? Stop in as Boozy discusses a basic legal concept in an educational, informational, and hopefully entertaining manner!

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Rain Shinotsu

Description

I have several sonas and a knack for knowledge. Come learn some real-life info about the various felids, mustelids, and more I represent myself with!

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Irvinheim "AlbedoAlchemics"

Description

You meet your friends in a tavern, plotting to start a new Tabletop Game adventure. But who will be the Game Master? Could it be... you? Whether you are new to the role, have previous experience, or are a curious player this panel will give you tips and tricks to make your next adventure amazing!

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Mason Crow

Description

Come join TikTok creator Mason Crow for an exciting and informative discussion on the basics (and not-so-basics) of short-form content creation! This panel will focus on the various ways that you can build a dedicated community, monetize your platform, and make videos that genuinely stand out. This panel is designed for any/all levels of experience!