National Federation of Press Women: Conference

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Schedule Pre- and Post-Tours

Getting to Idaho

CONFERENCE
DIRECTORS

Teri Ehresman
Cathy Koon

2009
Sept. 10-12
Don't miss this conference in San Antonio, Texas! Watch for details.

CONFERENCE
DIRECTORS

Angela Smith
Bonnie Arnold

AFFORDABLE LIBEL INSURANCE

Williamsburg, VA

September 11-13, 2008

Conference Promotional Brochure (pdf)
Conference Schedule (.doc, pdf)

Join us in Idaho Falls, Idaho,
doorway to the famed Yellowstone Park and Jackson Hole, Wyoming.

Schedule | Pre- and Post Tours
Day Tours | Getting to Idaho

Conference registration form (pdf)

Or register online!

Pre-tour registration form (pdf)
Deadline: June 15

Post-tour registration form (pdf)
Deadline: May 30

ACCOMMODATIONS

Shilo Inn Suites Hotel
A full service hotel overlooking the Snake River

(208)-523-0088

Fax: (208) 522-7420

Reservations: (800) 222-2244
A block of rooms is reserved for us.

$89 single or double plus tax for street view
Add $10 for river view.

Discounted rate deadline: August 10

Schedule

Download this tentative schedule (.doc, pdf). Details coming later.

Start thinking table topics:

On Friday, Sept. 12, participants will be treated to a different type of luncheon, sponsored by the Idaho Potato Commission. You will learn about Idaho's prized bakers, and you will be able to put a wide variety of toppings on those famous spuds. It is a taste of Idaho you won't want to miss.

To go along with the good food we are planning some good conversation over lunch.

Each table will focus on a different table topic, and participants will be able to pick where they sit based on their favorite networking topic. These table topics are the result of feedback we received about not being able to talk with other professionals about work-related issues and ideas.

Some of the table topics could include: writing that first book; first amendment issues; photography, freelance writing, PR and getting your story told, etc.

We are looking for volunteers who have specific topics they would like to discuss with other NFPW members. So please step up and suggest a topic (catchy enough others will want to sit at your table) and then encourage everyone who sits at your table to contribute.

Please pass along your suggestions to Teri Ehresman or Cathy Koon.

Pre- and post-tours

The pre-tour (.doc, pdf) will take you to Stanley and Sun Valley, Idaho, then will swing south to Jackpot, Nevada.

Pre-tour registration deadline: June 15
Pre-tour registration form (pdf)

On the post-tour (.doc, pdf) you'll visit the unforgettable Yellowstone National Park and Jackson Hole, Wyoming.

Post-tour registration deadline: May 30
Post-tour registration form (pdf)

Day Tours

No time for the Pre- or Post Tours? Then consider these fabulous Day Tours Sept. 10 and 11.

On Sept. 10, you have your choice: Soda Springs & Lava Hot Springs ($55), 9 am to 5 pm, or Idaho National Laboratory (free!), 8 am to 5 pm.

Do the Potato Tour (free!), 9 to 11:30 am Sept. 11, and dig your hands into historic Idaho spud country.

Registration deadline is Aug. 29 for all tours. Non-US citizens touring the National Laboratory must register by July 31.

Download this document (pdf) for details and to register.

Getting to Idaho

Due to runway construction during the conference, the only airline providing service to Idaho Falls is Alaska/Horizon.

Alternative airports:

Salt Lake City (take Salt Lake Express shuttle to Idaho Falls)
This is the least expensive option.
Pocatello, Idaho (60 miles from Idaho Falls)
Jackson, Wyo. (90 miles from Idaho Falls)

Getting to Idaho Falls

The Salt Lake Express provides shuttle service between Salt Lake City and Idaho Falls at the discounted rate for us of $29 per person one way, or $58 round-trip. Check out the Web site at www.SaltLakeExpress.com (code INLWO8).

800-356-9796

Watch this space for details!