Frequently Asked Questions

GENERAL

• Why is it called CaliFur?
  Partially because this was the only name suggested that everyone could agree on. Secondly, we wanted to tie in to the momentum of ConFurence and carry its history forward.
• Does the hotel have high-speed internet access?
  Yes! It is available for a small daily Charge.
• Is there a charge for parking?
  NO! This hotel has TONS of FREE parking.

PHOTOGRAPHY

• I heard that I'm not allowed to film at the convention. Is that true?
  Of course not! You are welcome to take photographs and video for personal use. Just remember that video or audio footage from Califur cannot be broadcast without the permission of FENEC Adventures.
• I don't want my picture taken at all. How can I avoid it?
  If you explicitly ask someone not to take your picture, the photographer should refrain from doing so; however, please be aware that many photographs are taken in the common areas of the convention, and that video footage for Califur's highlight tape will be recorded at random times and locations. We will not record any footage in any private hotel rooms or in any other space where a Califur member has a reasonable expectation of privacy, unless permission is obtained from those present.

PROGRAMMING

• What kind of programming will you have?
  We have a very diverse slate of programs ranging from workshops to panel discussions to live entertainment. We've posted a schedule of events for Friday, May 4, Saturday, May 5, and Sunday, May 6 in 2007.
• What's a Meet?
  A Special Interest Group meeting, a circle-type discussion where everyone gets to have a say - at least on the topic at paw!
• Where's the Gaming going on?
  Tabletop and FRP games are in Pacific Room A, and Electronic Games in Pacific Room B.
• Where's the Internet Lounge?
  Also in Pacific Room B (Right behind Hanford's Restaurant).
• Where's the Video Theater?
  Room 140, across the hallway from the Boardroom/Hospitality Suite.
• Where's the Patio?
  Outside, in between the Hotel Lobby and the Plaza Ballroom Building.
• Please contact us for any additional inquiries about programming.

• Can I register at the door? Can I save money by registering early?
  Of course! Registration at the door will be $45. Early birds can print out this PDF form and send in payment by snail mail to take advantage of the $35 discounted membership until January 27, 2007!
• Can I upgrade my membership to a Sponsorship or Patronage? How much does it cost, and how do I arrange for one?
  You can upgrade your membership at any time! It's as easy as dropping a letter into the mail. Just let us know what your current membership level is and the level to which you wish to upgrade. Enclose payment for the difference in the form of a check, money order, or a legible photocopy of your credit card (along with its billing address). If upgrading to a Sponsorship or a Patronage, make sure to tell us what your T-shirt size is!
• I registered three weeks ago and have heard nothing. What's going on?
  Califur does not send a registration confirmation. It keeps our costs lower, and saves you money!

VOLUNTEERS

• How can I help?
  It's simple. Just sign up at the ConOps staffing table during the convention, or contact us ahead of time. We'll find something for you to do -- trust us!
• I want to volunteer my services for a specific function. Who do I contact?
  Contact us, and you will be put in touch with the correct people.
• I want to volunteer my services as a medical professional to run a first aid station. How do I go about it?
  Thank you for offering! Please contact us to discuss details.
• What do I get for volunteering?
  That's the GOOD part! If you volunteer just twelve hours over the course of the convention, we'll give you a free Califur T-shirt. If you volunteer sixteen hours or more, we'll not only give you a T-shirt, we'll give you a free membership to the next Califur. Hours worked for setup and teardown (when we most need people) count double!

CONBOOK

• Can I Help With the Conbook?
  Each year the Conbook is created from contributions from artists and authors willing to share their creative take on our theme. If you want to submit to this year's Conbook, follow the Submission Guidelines and upload your file to our Conbook Submission form. You may also mail in submissions. (For file formats and other details, please see our guidelines).
• When is the deadline for submissions?
  We must RECEIVE all material (submission and release form) NO LATER than April 13th, 2007(deadline extended past March).
  Please give all mail-in submissions at least one week in advance for adequate mailing time.
• Where do I send submissions?
  We encourage electronic submissions.
  Only ConBook-related material should be sent to:

  Califur 3 - ConBook Submissions
  c/o Waggs
  616 S. Adria,
  Anaheim, CA 92802

• Can I submit work created by someone else?
  No. Sorry. But if you know someone's material that's good, send us a message and we might be able to convince them to volunteer their creation.

MISCELLANEOUS