First Class Reveal! 🎓 Beau Geste presents: "Impact Play: Hands On - Hands Only" Punching, slapping, spanking. It’s designed as an interactive session where interested parties of all skill levels can get “hands-on.” It’s sure to be a hit! You won't want to miss it! #CLAW26 #TeachingTuesday

Welcome NorthShore to CLAW 26! 🌟 Featuring the MegaMax (up to 12 hours of protection!), they are here to ensure you have a worry-free weekend. Stop by the booth and stock up on the gold standard. #Market Monday #CLAW #C26 #CLAW26 #NorthShoreABDL #MegaMax

How do we honor Leather tradition while embracing a rapidly evolving community? In Episode 3 of Off the Record, Master Noel and Sir Roger sit down for a candid, two-part deep dive into the big questions facing our world today. Part 1: bit.ly /CLAWOTR3_1 Part 2: bit.ly /CLAWOTR3_2 #CLAW #CLAW26

🪢 Applications are NOW OPEN! 🪢 The world famous Bound & Beautiful Exhibition is returning for CLAW 26, and we are now accepting applications for: ✨ Riggers (Rope Tops) ✨ Bunnies (Rope Models) Interested in being part of this iconic showcase? Apply now: 👉 bit.ly/C26-bb

🚨 CLAW 26 hotel update! 🏨🐾 Master Noel shares that only 60 rooms remain at the Host Hotel, and our Overflow Hotel is now announced! 👉 Register + book your room: clawinfo.org Don’t wait, rooms are going fast! 🔥

"Dyke Social @ CLAW 26 🖤 A welcoming social space for dykes and dyke-aligned folks to connect, mingle, and build community. Come find your people before the night heats up. 🗓️ Friday, April 3 ⏰ 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM #FriendlyFriday #CLAW #CLAW26 #C26 #LeatherCommunity #WomenOfLeather"

🛡️ Why do Dykes on Bikes ride in front? To protect the pack. In 1976, they took the lead and used their motorcycles to physically clear the streets, acting as a shield against traffic and hostility for the marchers on foot. They paved the way so we can walk. 🏍️💨 #TraditionThursday #CLAW26

🛌 The Golden Rule of Conventions: 4-3-2-1. 4 Hours of Sleep 3 Hand Washings 2 Full Meals 1 Shower Every single day. I KNOW! musk is hot, but daily showers along with handwashing help stop the spread of the dreaded con crud. Help keep our community healthy #WellnessWednesday #CLAW26 #CLAW #C26

Calling all 501(c)3 & 7 orgs! 📢 Want to connect with the leather community at CLAW 26? Apply for a spot in our Non-Profit Alley! 🗓️ Sat, April 4, 2026 | Noon–4 PM 📍 Hyatt Regency Columbus 🎟️ Includes a FREE table + 2 Day Passes. Space is limited! Apply Here: bit.ly/CLAWNPA

What makes CLAW... CLAW? 🤔 Off The Record: Ep 2 is live! Master Noel & Sir Roger discuss: 1️⃣ Distinction: Education, Volunteers & Diversity. 2️⃣ Experience: Budget tips, Family Dinner & a MAJOR VendorMart announcement Watch Pt 1: bit.ly/CLAWOTR2_1 Watch Pt 2: bit.ly/CLAWOTR2_2 #CLAW26

Friday Night at AWOL: Kinks and Collars. ⛓️🖤 9:30 PM – 2:00 AM. This night is about connecting with the community. Whatever your kinks are—whether you wear the collar, hold the leash, or just love the lifestyle—this is the place to be. Come find your crowd. #CLAW26 #SafewordSaturdays

#FriendlyFriday: Bear Hugs Incoming! Calling all Bears, Cubs, Otters, and Chasers! 🐻 RAWR! The Bears Social is your Friday evening destination. Come recharge with warm hugs and great company. 🗓️ When: Friday, April 3 | 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Register Now: bit.ly/CLAW26 #CLAW #CLAW26 #C26

📣 CLAW 26 Host Hotel Update Master Noel shares an important reminder: the Host Hotel is 86% booked. To hold a room at the Host Hotel, a CLAW weekend package is required. This is a 100% CLAW occupancy hotel, and rooms are reserved exclusively for package holders. Register and book at clawinfo.org

#TraditionThursday: Pup Play 🐶 We went from the strict "Dog Slaves" of the Old Guard to the colorful Neoprene Revolution of today. Modern pups now honor that history, mixing the discipline of leather with the joy of the mosh pit to define exactly who they are.

From a mom-and-pop shop in the 60s to dressing Lady Gaga. Welcome Northbound Leather to CLAW26! 🇨🇦 They are Canada’s first and largest fetish fashion house, dedicated to "everything different, subversive, and sexually charged." See you in the mart. 🖤 bit.ly/C26Vendors #CLAW26 #MarketMondays

New Series: Off The Record with Master Noel & Sir Roger. 📹 We’re pulling back the curtain on how CLAW runs. Show 1: Yes, we are a non-profit. We discuss how we get our money, our struggles, and how charities are chosen. Watch now: bit.ly/CLAWOTR1 Part 2: bit.ly/CLAWOTR2 #CLAW26 #OffTheRecord

💛 Thirsty? The Yellow Hanky Social is calling. Connect with guys into watersports in a fun, engaging atmosphere. Don't miss the flow! 🗓️ Friday, April 3 | 3:00 PM #FriendlyFriday #Watersports #YellowHanky #C26 #CLAW #CLAW26

💧 Hydrate or Diedrate (yeah, I know its bad). It’s a marathon, not a sprint. Alternate every cocktail (or coffee) with a glass of water. Your body (and your head tomorrow morning) will thank you. #WellnessWednesday #Hydration #LeatherHealth #CLAW #CLAW26 #C26

Not all learning happens in the dungeon. What is one book or resource that leveled up your leather or kink knowledge? Whether it’s a manual, a blog, or a podcast—reply with your top recommendation! 👇 #CLAW26 #C26 #CLAW #LeatherEducation #Kink #TeachingTuesday

Wanted: Provocative, Kinky, & Creative Art. 🔥 The CLAW Art Show is now Art After Dark, and we are calling for artists to fill the space. ✅ Sell your work ✅ Get seen ✅ Join the Friday Reception in your honor. 📅 Deadline: March 1st Apply here: bit.ly/CLAW26Art #CLAW26 #ArtAfterDark #C26

Room booked? Badge bought? Roommate registered? ✅ Reminder: Since CLAW 26 is a full Hotel Takeover, everyone staying in the room must be a registered attendee. Sharing a room? Your roommate needs a badge, too. Get them registered now: 🔗 bit.ly/CLAW26 #CLAW26 #CLAW #C26 #SanctuarySunday

💨 Got a cigar? We’ve got a match. Join us on the Cigar Deck for a special "Smokers Speed Dating." Open air, stogies, and men who love them. 🗓️ Friday, April 3 | 1:00 PM #FriendlyFriday #CigarMen #LeatherAndSmoke #C26 #CLAW #CLAW26

🧣 Left or Right? Before Grindr or Recon, we had back pockets. The Hanky Code was the original "bio"—using color and placement to signal exactly what you were into without saying a word. #TraditionThursday #HankyCode 🔗 www.sfgayhistory.com/2014/08/27/o...

We need Massage Therapists for the CLAW Spa! Volunteer role (Fees ➡️ CLAW) • You keep all tips 💵 • We provide all supplies & scheduling 60min sessions w/ 15min breaks Commitment: ~5 clients/day (Fri-Sun) + 3 on Thurs. Email bio to: [email protected] #WellnessWednesday #CLAW26 #C26

🧗 The learning curve. What is the one skill that took you the longest to learn? Flogging rhythm? Rope tension? Negotiating without awkwardness? #TeachingTuesday #KinkSkills #CLAW26 #CLAW #C26

#MarketMonday: Cockeye Kink 🐷 Wear your identity with pride. Known for their stainless steel Pig Tags and custom water-jet cut leather harnesses, Cockeye Kink brings a modern edge to classic gear. ✅ Pig Tags & Dog Tags ✅ Custom Harnesses ✅ Leather Shirts 🔗bit.ly/C26Vendors #CLAW26 #Leather #Gear

#SanctuarySunday Spot: Torso 🏳️🌈 Torso has been a pillar of Columbus for nearly 30 years. 📍 Short North (772 N High): Fashion & Swimwear in the heart of the Arts District. 📍 South High (1226 S High): The destination for Leather & Kink. #CLAW26 #ShopLocal #Columbus #CLAW #C26

🔥 It’s getting hazy in here. The Hot Ash Party (Friday 9 PM) is the premier event for cigar aficionados. Leather and smoke in plenty. Bring your favorite cigar and join the haze. Register Now: bit.ly/CLAW26 #SafeWordSaturday #CigarFetish #HotAsh #CLAW #CLAW26 #C26

🐶 Woof! Whether you have paws, hooves, or hold the leash, the Pets and Handlers Social is your pack gathering. Forge new pet-ships and get ready to march to the mosh! 🗓️ Friday, April 3 | Noon. Register Now bit.ly/CLAW26 #FriendlyFriday #PuppyPlay #PetPlay #CLAW #C26 #CLAW26

✏️ Before Tom of Finland, gay men were often stereotyped as frail. His art changed everything. He gave us the blueprint for the Leatherman: cops, loggers, and bikers with confidence and power. Art created reality. #TraditionThursday #TomOfFinland 🔗 www.tomoffinland.org

Hey. You going to CLAW in Columbus this year? I am. I'll be teaching there. And there's gonna be a full hotel takeover again this year. You should go. @clawinfo.org clawinfo.org

🍽️ Arriving early? Start the weekend right at the Staff Dinner. It's a buffet-style feast to fuel up before the chaos begins, and you can meet the ones who make the event possiblie. 🎟️ Ticket Required: $85. Grab yours during registration! bit.ly/CLAW26 #WellnessWednesday #CLAWStaff #CLAW26 #C26

🔍 Hidden Gems. What is a topic you feel is RARELY taught at events, but really needs to be? What are we missing? #TeachingThursday #NicheSkills #EducationGap #CLAW26 #CLAW #C26

Steel meets skin. ⛓️ Chain Male is bringing handcrafted Jewelry and fetish wear to CLAW. Add some weight and shine to your kit. #CLAW26 #CLAW #C26 #MarketMonday 🔗 See the full lineup: bit.ly/C26Vendors

🍜 The Food Court of Dreams. North Market is a 145-year-old public market just North of the Hyatt in Short North. From Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams to Vietnamese pho, it’s the tastiest safe haven in town. 📍 59 Spruce St #SanctuarySunday #NorthMarket #Foodie #C26 #CLAW #CLAW26 bit.ly/CLAWFood

🛑 Hexagons and high drama. Join us Friday afternoon for Kinky Blockbusters! Sit back and watch as contestants navigate the board in this titillating twist on the 80s classic. Hosted by Boy Paul! 4 PM. #SafeWordSaturday #GameShow #BoyPaul #CLAW26 #C26 #CLAW 🔗 bit.ly/CLAW26

🍎 Educator Applications Now Open! Join us before the classes start at the Meet The Educators to chat with this years presenters. Grab a drink and expand your horizons! 🗓️ Thursday, April 2 | 7:30 PM #FriendlyFriday #LeatherEducation #CLAW26 #CLAW #C26 clawinfo.org/columbus/ski...

🏁 "I will leave it to the viewer to interpret the colors and symbols." When Tony DeBlase unveiled the Leather Pride Flag at IML in 1989, He didn't think this "First Draft" would be what symbolized leather pride.#TraditionThursday #CLAW #CLAW26 #C26🔗https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leather_pride_flag

🩸 Know your status. Central Outreach is offering wellness screenings and treatment for HIV/STI, and PrEP for residents of OH, PA, & WV. Take care of your body so you can play hard. www.centraloutreach.com #WellnessWednesday #SexualHealth #KnowYourStatus #C26 #CLAW #CLAW26

🙋 Who is the best teacher you know? Maybe they haven't thought about applying yet. Tag a friend who has taught you something amazing and tell them: "You should teach at CLAW!" Let's build the best lineup ever. Applications Open early-mid Jan: bit.ly/CLAW26 #TeachingTuesday #CLAW #C26 #CLAW26

In Case you Missed it! — Last chance to save $50. $199 now $249 after December 31, 2025 Register here: bit/ly/CLAW26 #C26 #CLAW26 #CLAW

🔐 Lock it up. KINK3D uses advanced 3D-printing tech to create the best chastity devices. Perfect fit, obsessive design, and lightweight durability.🔗 See the full lineup: bit.ly/C26Vendors #MarketMonday #Chastity #Kink3d #CLAW #C26 #CLAW26

🎨 Just one block north of the Hyatt is Short North, One of the most LGBTQA+ friendly neighborhoods in the US. With galleries, murals, and queer-owned businesses, it’s a safe and vibrant place to wander during the day. #SanctuarySunday #CLAW26 #C26 #CLAW Read More: shortnorth.org/communitywel...

🏨 We will have the keys. Thursday night is the Hotel Takeover Party. The vanilla guests will be gone, the lobby ours, and a vibe of pure leather. CLAW will officially begin. 10 PM. Register Now! bit.ly/CLAW26 #SafeWordSaturday #HotelTakeover #CLAW26 #CLAW #C26

⏱️ 4 rooms. 60 minutes. Endless matches. Our Thursday Speed Dating includes: BDSM, Assplay, Spanking, and Uniforms. Find your play partner for the weekend right out of the gate! 🗓️ Starts Thursday, April 2 | 5:00 PM Register Onlline @ bit.ly/CLAW26 #FriendlyFriday #SpeedDating #CLAW #CLAW26 #C26

👑 Meet one of the pioneers of the leather community. Chuck Renslow opened The Gold Coast (the first true leather bar) in 1958 and later founded International Mr. Leather. He built the world we play in today. See His Legacy🔗 www.chuckrenslow.com #TraditionThursday #IML #C26 #CLAW26 #CLAW

🛑 Sobriety is sexy. CLAW supports recovery from substance and behavioral addictions. Join our Recovery Meetings during the weekend to find support and community. You don't have to do this alone. See the Full Schedule: bit.ly/C26Sched #WellnessWednesday #Recovery #SoberLeather

🍎 Ever thought about teaching at CLAW? You don't need a PhD in Kink—you just need passion and experience. Applications open in Early - Mid January! Start brainstorming your class ideas now. What knowledge can you share with the community? #TeachingTuesday #CLAW2026 #C26 #CLAW Register: bit.ly/CLAW26

✂️ Founded in Barcelona and now in LA, Ben Orson brings European-style handcrafted tailoring to CLAW. If you want gear that is uniquely you, they are a "must-visit". 🔗 See the full vendor lineup: bit.ly/C26Vendors #C26 #CLAW26 #CLAW

🏨 With 633 rooms across 20 floors, all to ourselves and filled with like-minded people, the Hyatt Regency is our sanctuary, The 2nd Floor Big Bar serving as the hub for all our socials. Grab a drink and find your crowd. #SanctuarySunday Register & Learn more: bit.ly/CLAW26 #C26 #CLAW26 #CLAW