Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! We have a group chat on telegram as well as a twitter and instagram. It is heavily recommended that you join the group chat when attending the camp, as this will be the main source to get information, talk to attendees, and ask questions! The link to the group chat, twitter, and instagram are under the 'About the Camp' tab.
FCM stands for FurCamp Michigan! Your may also see the name abbreviated to FurCampMI.
The campsite is two shared group campsites! Each site is incredibly large and it allows people to pitch their tents wherever they would like. The group campsites are about a 3-5 minute walk from the shore of Lake Michigan and the Nordhouse Dunes! The campground is heavily forested and away from any cities or towns. It's a true immersion in nature.
At night, you can enjoy the beautiful night skies. The milky way is visible by eye!
Staff will be providing firewood, drinking water, cooking skewers, plates, eating utensils, napkins, wet wipes, cups, and trash/recycling bags. The amenities the campground will have is a bathroom, picnicking area, playground, amphitheater, potable water, and a beach.
If you are looking for showers, the nearest showers are at the Fat Catz General Store, about a 15 minute drive from the campground. There is a fee to use them, but it is worth a nice, hot shower!
Sorry, but we are kind of in the middle of nowhere! There's a small store 15 minutes away, Fat Catz General Store, but the nearest grocery store will be a 25-30 minute drive. It is best to stock up before arriving.
The general store has snacks, camping supplies, and hot showers.
There will be a check in area! It will be located just as you enter the campsite and will be under a canopy tent. Please visit there and complete your check in before you set up your tent.
There will be scheduled times where sponsors may pick up their merch. Please see the programming list for more details.
Yes, all attendees must be registered to attend. There are day passes for those who do not intend on staying overnight.
Registration gives you complete access to FurCamp Michigan, a con badge and lanyard, the campground, and it's amenities.
Yes! Nobody is expected to stay for the entire duration of the camp. You have the option to stay one, two, or all three nights. There is also a day visitor option.
Registration will only close if we hit out 100 person limit. If this happens, we will open a waitlist.
The earliest time attendees may arrive is Thursday at 4 pm. And all attendees must be gone by 11 pm on Sunday. Otherwise, you are free to arrive or leave whenever you would like!
YES! Registration is per person.
We have two campsites that you may pitch your tent in. You may choose either one, and you are free to go off into the woods a little bit as long as you don't venture too close to other people's campsites.
Campers and RVs are not allowed. There are no dump stations, water fill stations, electricity hookups, or areas big enough to fit a camper or RV.
Yes, there is a map of the camp! Please see 'Location' under the 'Information' tab to view it. It is recommend to download the image since there is no cell service at the campground.
Yes, carts are provided.
No, food is not provided. However, we will be providing plates, bowls, eating utensils, cups, napkins, and wet wipes!
Please bring a cooler to store all cold foods in. At night time, make sure all food is put away.
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Food will be cooked over fires, just like in previous years! You are free to bring whatever tools you would like to aid in cooking. There are several campfire rings distributed around the property. Gas stoves are allowed.
FurCamp Michigan does not have any policy on drug usage. However, it is advised to check state and federal laws, as we will be at a federal campground.
If you consume drugs, we only ask that you have courtesy for the other guests. This means knowing your limits, stepping away from the group before smoking, and cleaning up after yourself (littering will not be tolerated).
There is a packing list under the 'Information' tab. You'll find a lot of important information there!
Yes, dogs are allowed! There are no breed or size restrictions. We only ask that you keep your dog on a leash when outside your tent. Please take any appropriate measures.
The short answer, no. Please look at 'Rules and Regulations' under 'Information' for more information.
No, there is no electricity.
There is almost no cell service at the campsite. You may occasionally get a small signal and receieve some notifications, but that is the extent of it. If you need to get service, you will get a couple bars on the beach. You will also get service if you drive about five minutes up the road.
Yes. They are from 10 p.m. to 8 a.m. The party doesn't have to stop, but please turn down all music and keep your voices down. If you would like to be louder, you may move to the beach or the amphitheater.
The night skies at our location are absolutely beautiful! The stars and the milky way are visible by eye. Telescopes are permitted.
No, FurCamp Michigan is a strictly Safe for Work event. NSFW gear and events will not be tolerated. Pup hoods are allowed.
We are a not-for-profit event. All of our remaining money gets donated to the Skegemog Raptor Sanctuary. You can learn more about this charity under the 'Information' tab!
You may bring up your issue with a member of staff. Staff can be identified through their special bandana, which all staff will be wearing on some part of their body or clothing. If needed, we have a member of staff who doubles as the security for the event. If the issue occurs when staff are asleep, you may let us know when we are awake. If it is extremely urgent, you may alert us at our tents.
For small cuts and scrapes, our staff will have a small medical kit, and we assume that some attendees will bring one as well. If you require medical attention, please call 911.
That's great! We are actively looking for people to host events, whether it be an informative panel, interactive panel, a game, or even a hike. If you click 'Programming' under 'Information,' you will see a button near the top of the screen. When we are accepting event submissions, this button will lead you to the submission form.
Yes, attendees are allowed to host parties at their tent area. It's like room parties, but better.
Yes, we have unofficial security. You may contact them on telegram at @rossy_boi.
You may submit any feedback under this page. You may also contact us at northernmichiganfurcamp@gmail.com or send a message through our telegram group chat.