Fursuiting

Fursuit Walks

Respect the Public & Venue

We'll be walking through a public space, so please be mindful of that throughout. Treat members of the public, venue staff, and bystanders with kindness and respect at all times. If a member of the public says something rude or tries to get a reaction, don't engage or argue back — just keep walking and let staff or crew know so we can handle it. Try to keep pavements, shop entrances, and roads clear as we move through, and follow any local laws and regulations as you normally would.

Respect Each Other

Harassment, bullying, or unwanted attention toward other attendees won't be tolerated. Everyone here deserves to feel safe and welcome. Respect personal space, and always ask before touching anyone's costume, props, or person — fursuits in particular can be expensive, fragile, and personal. Keep your language and behaviour family-friendly, since we're in public and there may well be children around. Be aware that fursuiters have limited vision, so make sure to not get in their way.

Marshalling

This is the part we really need everyone to pay attention to. Our marshals will be guiding the walk using coloured flags to mark the boundaries of the group. Please do not go outside the marshal bounds. If you fall behind the blue flag at the rear of the group, we'll do our best to be accommodating and keep things together, but please don't purposely stop or lag back — it makes the walk much harder to manage and can put you and others at risk - we will be stopping for designated photo moments, so there's no need to take them yourself! If you stray outside the bounding box set by the marshals, we cannot be held liable for you. Stay inside the flags, stay with the group, and we'll all have a much better time.

Costumes & Presentation

Fursuits, partials, and casual wear are all equally welcome — come as you're comfortable. Please avoid props or outfits that could cause alarm in public, such as realistic-looking weapons, and keep everything appropriate for all ages. No explicit or offensive attire, please. It's in our Code of Conduct.

Photography & Media

Always ask before taking close-up photos or videos of other attendees, and respect their answer if they say no. Be aware that since we're in a public space, members of the public may take pictures of the group, and that's something we can't really control.

Alcohol & Behaviour

Alcohol is permitted at the event itself, but please don't drink during the walk. We need everyone alert, aware of their surroundings, and able to follow staff and crew directions. Aggressive, disruptive, or unsafe behaviour won't be tolerated at any point.

Accountability

Staff reserve the right to ask anyone breaking these rules to leave the event, and serious incidents may be reported to local authorities if needed.

Need help?

Follow the directions of event staff and crew at all times. If you start to feel unwell, overheated, or unsafe in any way, flag down a marshal straight away, or hang back for the first aiders in the back of the walk. We'd much rather stop and help than have anyone push through and end up in trouble.

Remember

We're here to have fun, spread joy, and show the community the positive side of the furry fandom. Be safe, be kind, be sensible, and let's make this walk a great one for everyone.

Fursuit walk grades

To keep things accessible and allow you to participate in our walks safely, we grade our fursuit walks. Each grade will be announced alongside the route map - these take into account factors such as length, terrain and sun exposure.

Fursuit Safety

Fursuiting can be a fun and rewarding experience, but it's important to keep safety in mind both for yourself and others.

At FurTheMoment, your health and wellbeing are our priority, whether you're a seasoned fursuiter or just donning your paws for the first time.

Below are a few tips so that you can stay safe.

Stay Hydrated and Cool

Wearing a fursuit can feel like doing cardio in a duvet. It gets hot, fast. Dehydration and overheating are the most common issues fursuiting can cause, so:

• Drink water frequently. Keep water handy, and sip often.
• Take regular breaks. Consider shorter suiting sessions with cooldown time inbetween.
• Use cooling gear if needed, such as cooling vests or collars.
• Don't hesitate to remove your head or suit parts if you feel too hot - it's not breaking character, it's staying safe.

Know Your Limits

Only wear your fursuit for as long as you're comfortable. Everyone has different tolerance levels for heat, weight, and movement:

• Don't push yourself to keep going if you start to feel tired or dizzy.
• Let someone know if you need assistance, or need to step out.
• If you are new to fursuiting, it is strongly advised you wear a partial costume (head, paws, tail) without a bodysuit to begin with and get to know things such as visibility, restricted breathing and how well you are able to cope with exertion and temperature before attempting to wear a bodysuit whilst costuming.

Use a Spotter or Handler

When visibility is limited, especially in crowded areas, it's a good idea to have someone with you who can guide and assist you:

• Handlers can help with navigating steps, doors and crowds.
• They also act as a safety net in case something goes wrong.

Be Aware of Your Surroundings

Always consider how your actions affect those around you. Large or bulky suits can accidentally bump into people or objects:

• Avoid running, or making sudden movements in tight spaces.
• Respect others' personal space and boundaries.

Follow Staff Instructions

FurTheMoment staff are here to help everyone have a safe and enjoyable event:

• Follow any instructions given by our staff.
• Let us know immediately if you - or someone else - needs help.

If in doubt, suit down

Your health and safety always comes first. If you're not feeling 100%, whether from heat, exhaustion, or anything else, it's okay to take a break or suit down entirely.

Recognise the signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke

Be aware of headaches, dizziness, nausea, muscle cramps and an elevated heart rate. If you're struggling with any of them, seek immediate assistance from one of our staff with a green lanyard. The signs and symptoms are below.