@clawinfo.org Erotic Hypnosis: Introductory Intensive Friday, April 3rd from 2 PM to 6 PM (4 hours) At CLAW 26 (Columbus) Come prepared to learn about hypnosis, to experience hypnotic phenomena, and to be able to do hypnosis with your parnters. This workshop is both lecture AND practice.

Say hello to our newest CLAW 26 sponsor — Rainbow Cammo! 🌈🖤 They’re bringing the vibes as this year’s CLAW Body Spa sponsor AND vending all weekend. Their invite? “Free smells”… and hugs are encouraged. 😉 Stop by their booth, say hi, and show some love!

7 DAYS! ⏳ Have you mapped out your class schedule yet? 🎒⛓️ We are exactly one week away from CLAW! Have you checked out the Education Lineup yet? See the full list here: 👉 bit.ly/CLAWEducation 👇 Question: Do you prefer to "sit down and take notes" or are you the "hands on" type of learner?

8 DAYS! ⏳ Have you grabbed your meal tickets yet? 🍽️🖤 CLAW doesn't make a dime on our community meals—we host them because sharing food with your chosen family is the absolute best way to decompress and make new connections away from the loud party energy. Grab yours before they close out!

9 Days Left! Have you started packing yet? 🧳✨ Don't forget the essentials: comfortable daytime shoes, extra chargers, your physical ID, and a quick "street legal" cover-up for navigating the hotel lobbies. 👇 Tell us: What is the one essential item you NEVER go to a weekend event without?

🚛 Volunteer Call: Help Us Load Up! We’re looking for extra hands to help load a truck at our Cleveland storage unit, March 29th from 10 AM – 2 PM. It’s a great way to support CLAW and be part of the magic that makes the weekend happen! Reach out to [email protected]. We appreciate your help!

🗓️ 10 Days Out: Let’s do a travel roll call! 🗣️ We are just 10 days away from the best weekend of the year. The hotel is getting ready, flights are confirmed. The excitement is building! Who’s got the longest journey to Ohio this year? Drop your home city, state, or country in the comments. ✈️🚗🗺️

Calling all members of #teamlocked! I’ll be hosting the Chastity Social @clawinfo.org on the Sunday of #CLAW26 at 4pm, stop in and meet other locked friends! Sponsored by: @kink3d.com

For the love of the leather. Bootblacks are the heart (and elbow grease) of our community. The Bootblack Social is the place for current pros, newbies, and aspiring blacks to connect. Share tips on polish, discuss the art of service, and bond over blackened hands. 🗓️ When: Saturday, April 4 | 6:00 PM

120+ leather, uniform & gear pieces from the Steven Ng Estate are up for auction. 🖤 Bid now: auction.clawinfo.org ⏳ Ends March 22 Benefitting Leather Archives & Museum, CARAS Research, Tom of Finland Foundation & CLAW.

Ready to meet your #CLAW’26 Bootblack Team?? I still have a few more that will be added on to this, but let’s get started! We have a record number of amazing bootblacks this year who are ready to take care of your gear! Please see Facebook for their full bios. And remember to #TipYourBootblack!

You made it to Sunday! You’re tired, you’re hungry, and you need entertainment. Come to the Sunday Drag Brunch. It’s a full buffet with incredible drag performances. It’s the perfect way to laugh off the hangover and get some food in your system before Bingo. 🗓️ Sunday | Buffet 🎟️ Ticket: $70 (Add-on)

@clawinfo.org is coming up. It’ll be in Columbus, OH this year, over the first weekend in April. Of the roughly 135 hours of kink education content on offer, nearly 15 hours will be hypnosis-themed. Here’s our schedule of hypnosis events. Stay tuned. I’ll be doing a LOT of promo for my events.

Ready to learn something new? The complete CLAW 26 class schedule is officially live! We have a massive roster of presenters bringing their expertise to the classroom this year. 🔗 bit.ly/CLAWEducation 👇 We want to know: Which class are you looking forward to the most? Let us know below!

🔥 Who’s coming to CLAW 26? 🔥 Meet Pup Bruzr, one of our skills & ed. presenters at CLAW 26. In this video, they share details about their class "Pup History: 40 Years of Bark, Bite & Belonging!" Check our their class and say hello when you see them! Are you coming to CLAW 26? #CLAW26 #C26 #CLAW

We are gearing up for @clawinfo.org to be in Columbus in a few weeks! We are teaching two classes- "Becoming a Beginner Bator" and "The Intersection of Kink & Masturbation." Once the education schedule is posted, we will share the times! Check out their account for registration & hotel info

AUCTION CLOSES TOMORROW! For the first and only time, all 52 works from REX’s estate are available! Register and bid at auction.clawinfo.org

🎭 Performer Call: Kinky Kabaret! 🎭 Do you sing, dance, do drag, burlesque, comedy, or another fabulous act? We’re looking for performers for our Kinky Kabaret! Interested in taking the stage? Contact Pop Tart at [email protected] to learn more and get involved. ✨

#TraditionThursday Folsom Street Fair ✊⛓️ Did you know the biggest leather event in the world started as a housing protest? In 1984, redevelopment threatened to bulldoze SOMA. The leather community joined forces with local activists to throw the "Megahood" fair. Learn more: 🔗 buff.ly/CVFS2LB

Ready for the summit of CLAW 26? 🍽️ Gather round for the International Leather Family Dinner! Sat Apr 4th 8-10PM A few highlights of the menu: 🍝 Lobster Gnocchi 🥩 Beer Braised Short Ribs 🐟 Maple Glazed Salmon 🍨 Gingerbread Mousse Parfait 🎟️ Tickets are $120, Add to your package now!

🚨 Suite alert! 🚨 We have 2 VIP Suites and 2 One-Bedroom Suites available in the host hotel for $349/night + tax. These are extremely limited and will go fast. To book, email: [email protected] & [email protected]

The final Host Hotel rooms are going fast! Make the Hyatt Regency Columbus your home base for CLAW 26 and stay right where the action happens all weekend. Reminder: A CLAW 26 weekend package is required to reserve a Host Hotel room. Secure yours now at clawinfo.org before they’re gone.

Vendor Spotlight: Wolfstryker Leather! 🐺🔥 Looking for uncompromised quality? We’re stoked to have Wolfstryker vending at CLAW26! They specialize in handcrafted, high-quality leather harnesses, custom hoods, kilts, and impact gear—and it’s all guaranteed forever. Stop by their booth at CLAW26!

🔥 A message from Master Noel! A few CLAW 26 host hotel rooms just opened up due to cancellations. This is a very limited opportunity to stay right in the middle of the action. Reminder: you must have a CLAW 26 weekend package to hold a host hotel room. Register now: clawinfo.org

🥂 Saturday night kicks off with the Titleholders' Cocktail Party. Come mingle with the current and past titleholders who represent our communities across the globe. 7:30 PM. #SafeWordSaturday #LeatherTitleholders

Suit up for the BLUF Dinner! 🍽️👢 Join us Friday Apr 3rd 6:30–8:00PM for an epic buffet featuring beef tips, roasted chicken, vegan veggies & Buckeye cupcakes. 🧁 🎟️ $120 (Separate ticket required) 👔 BLUF dress code enforced Polish your boots & grab your spot: bit.ly/CLAW26

🎓 Class Sneak Peek: Understanding Age Play with Neo! This panel includes a little, a middle & a caretaker teaching from varying perspectives. Panelists will explain how age play found them & the headspaces it provides. A beginner course to identify what age play can do for you! 🧸✨ #C26 #CLAW26

Need gear that looks sexy and stands up to hard play? See Rubber Relief at CLAW26! 🖤 They specialize in unique, high-quality, made-to-order rubber gear built to look hot and hold up to hard play. They also handle custom designs & gear repairs. See the Full Vendor Lineup: bit.ly/C26Vendors

Especially now, CLAW wants to make it clear, we stand with all people, exactly as they are. 🤎🖤 The BIPOC Social is a cornerstone of our Friday schedule—a dedicated space to connect, celebrate culture, and empower each other within the leather world. 🗓️ When: Friday, April 3 | 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

#TraditionThursday: When the 80s AIDS crisis hit and the government stayed silent, our community took care of our own. From ACT UP street protests to underground buyers' clubs, we fought for survival and changed medical history. 📖 Learn More: www.glbthistory.org/aids-treatment-activism #CLAW #C26

#WellnessWednesday! Flu is going around, so let's beat the ""Con Crud."" Don't let sickness ruin your post-CLAW week! Defense Plan: 🧼 Wash hands a lot 🧴 Sanitize after handles 🍊 Take Vitamin C/Stay Hydrated 🙅‍♂️ Don't share drinks/cleaners Let's keep the community healthy for a peaceful Monday!

Handcrafted in Montreal, made for the whole community.🏳️‍🌈 Mistrbear produces 90% of their awesome gear right in-house. They offer everything from leather and high-gloss latex to custom pet play hoods. Plus, they proudly carry sizes from XS to 4XL because perfect gear belongs on every body. #CLAW

🛑 Don't be "That Guy." Dungeon Rule #1: Don't touch without asking. Rule #2: Don't interrupt a scene. Rule #3: Clean your equipment. Respect the space so we can all play! #SafeWordSaturday #DungeonRules #Etiquette

🚨 CLAW 26 Host Hotel Update 🚨 Only 33 rooms remain at the Host Hotel. You must be registered with a CLAW weekend package to reserve a room — this is a 100% CLAW occupancy hotel. Overflow hotel rooms are now available. Register & book now → clawinfo.org

🔥 Who’s coming to CLAW 26? 🔥 Meet Pappa Pup, one of our Volunteer Massage Therapists at CLAW 26. In this video, they share the services they’ll be offering and how you can connect with them onsite. Say hello when you see them! Are you coming to CLAW 26? #CLAW26 #C26 #CLAW

📉 "Con Drop" is real. After a weekend of high dopamine, Monday might feel sad or lonely. This is normal! Plan for it: have easy meals ready at home and reach out to friends. #WellnessWednesday #ConDrop #MentalHealth #CLAW #C26 #CLAW26

Interested in the intersection of D&D and kink? 🎲 Join Sharang Biswas for Sexy Games & Playful Sex. This workshop explores the growing movement of sexy roleplaying games--not just games that showcase sex but games that ask you to HAVE real-life sex as part of gameplay. #CLAW26 #CLAW #C26

Head-to-toe grooming. 🧖‍♂️✨ LeatherDaddy Skin Co. is joining the #CLAW26 Vendor Mart! From their Signature Cologne to their famous "Cage Cream" and body scrubs, they have the goods to keep you fresh from dinner to the dungeon. ⛓️ #MarketMonday #Grooming #LeatherDaddy #CLAW #C26

🚨 Host Hotel Update! 🚨 The CLAW 26 Host Hotel is now over 90% sold out — rooms are going fast! If you want to stay near the action, book now before it’s gone. ✨ Overflow Hotel Now Available: Sonesta Downtown Columbus 📌 Book your room + register now at clawinfo.org

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 📢 We are sharing the official press release from Torso Short North and Torso Leather & Fetish regarding their upcoming involvement with CLAW 2026. The release outlines their commitment to the community and a full schedule of events for the weekend. Read the full statement⬇️

You asked for a fisting social, and we delivered! 🔴 Join the Red Hanky Social on Saturday, April 4th at 1:00 PM. It’s the dedicated space you requested to meet, mingle, and connect with the community. See you there! 👋 #CLAW26 #CLAW #C26 #RedHanky #Fisting #CommunityRequest

This #TraditionThursday we honor The Catacombs (1975-1984). 🌉 Beyond the legendary Crisco tubs, this referral-only SF dungeon boldly bridged the gap between the gay & lesbian kink worlds before tragically closing its doors due to the AIDS epidemic. 🕯️ #LeatherHistory #CLAW26 #CLAW #C26

🤝 Your brain is your biggest sex organ. Negotiate before you play. "No" is a complete sentence. "Later" is a valid option. Enthusiastic consent makes everything hotter. #WellnessWednesday #Consent #SSC #RACK #CLAW #CLAW26 #C26

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