Social Events
Social Events and Companion Activities
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There will be a welcome buffet reception will be held Sunday 4 June from 6 to 8:30 pm. There is no charge for conference registrants. A $10 charge will be made for companions and retirees.
Tickets can be purchased during on-line registration and at the Registration Desk.
The conference banquet will be held Tuesday evening. A limited number of tickets are available. A nominal payment of $25 will be charged to all conference registrants and companions. Tickets can be purchased during on-line registration and at the Registration Desk on a first-come first-served basis.
Grand Traverse Resort and Spa, located on the shores of Lake Michigan, will be happy to offer advice and make arrangements for the numerous activities available in the Grand Traverse area.
Recreational activities include superb golfing, sailing and watersports as well as scenic hiking and bicycling. A trip to the breathtaking and nationally acclaimed Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is a must and don't forget the 180 miles of sandy beaches. Grand Traverse is also famous for its delightful cherry orchards and wonderful wineries. Other pursuits include shopping, museums and award winning restaurants. Companion activities and tours will be offered based on the possible activities described above.
Grand Traverse Resort and Spa also offers suites and condo style rooms at very reasonable rates so you could bring the family along to ICOPS 2006! For more information and ideas on what to do in the local area, please also visit www.michigan.org or www.mytraversecity.com.