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Ten Years A Coyote
8 years ago
This howler approaches the decade milestone of his existence in fursuit. The milestone will be observed as it began--one week from this Sunday in the Tuscola County Pumpkin Festival Parade held in Caro, Michigan. It has been a very enjoyable and rewarding experience. Fursuiting has opened up new opportunities and friendships. Rocket has many friends around the world now, thanks to the furry culture and the internet
When one puts on a fursuit and steps out into the harsh reality the world presents, you have an awesome reponsibility, not only to yourself and your well-being, but also to furry fans everywhere. Some see you as a giant living plush toy or cartoon character. Others will see you as something to be avoided, or worse. You do your best anyway and make your presentation.
It's good therapy to be able to brighten someone's day at public events, like parades, and show off your character. It can also be a challange to stay healthy while doing public appearances. I recommend involvement in public service organizations. Fursuit mascot appearances draw attention and can help local chapters gain attention and assist with fundraising. Plus the local chapter can provide support for you as you put on your show. (I usually get a spotter to watch out for me and to carry a cold drink with straw during the parade or festival stint. Afterwards, I get treated to dinner.)
This howler has helped gain press and television air time for his cause each time he appears and is often invited to return. Donations have been known to increase when he's on duty. At camp, the staff look forward to seeing him, and the younger attendees tend not to be as homesick when Rocket joins them at Revielle each morning. Newcomers think he's crazy at first, until they learn he's held in high regard--all the way up to the national level.
When one puts on a fursuit and steps out into the harsh reality the world presents, you have an awesome reponsibility, not only to yourself and your well-being, but also to furry fans everywhere. Some see you as a giant living plush toy or cartoon character. Others will see you as something to be avoided, or worse. You do your best anyway and make your presentation.
It's good therapy to be able to brighten someone's day at public events, like parades, and show off your character. It can also be a challange to stay healthy while doing public appearances. I recommend involvement in public service organizations. Fursuit mascot appearances draw attention and can help local chapters gain attention and assist with fundraising. Plus the local chapter can provide support for you as you put on your show. (I usually get a spotter to watch out for me and to carry a cold drink with straw during the parade or festival stint. Afterwards, I get treated to dinner.)
This howler has helped gain press and television air time for his cause each time he appears and is often invited to return. Donations have been known to increase when he's on duty. At camp, the staff look forward to seeing him, and the younger attendees tend not to be as homesick when Rocket joins them at Revielle each morning. Newcomers think he's crazy at first, until they learn he's held in high regard--all the way up to the national level.
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