Official Guidebook

Official Guidebook

OFFICIAL GUIDEBOOK 2008 ANNUAL CONVENTION April, 2008 Experience Ducks Unlimited’s 71st Annual Convention on Baltimore’s Waterfront with the Chesapeake Bay as a backdrop. This is a perfect setting to emphasize this year’s theme, Skies of Inspiration. Baltimore is renowned for its bustling Inner Harbor and waterfront attractions, but the city today offers a great deal more. Baltimore’s rich cultural heritage is rooted in its diverse neighborhoods, with a variety of arts, theater, history and culture appealing to a wide range of visitors. From its roots as a port city to the thriving metropolis of today, Baltimore offers a snapshot of our country’s history and a glimpse into the future. We’re looking forward to seeing you in Baltimore for an exciting time during the dates of May 21 through May 25. In order to make your convention trip more enjoyable, we have outlined several important items of value and information. Read on for answers to most of your questions! General Info – 2 Social Agenda – 4 Convention Tours – 10 More to Do – 18 Where To Dine – 22 Merchandise, Raffles, Auctions – 25 • • 1 • • ALL ABOUT BaLTIMORE ARRIVING BY AIR This dynamic city continues to evolve while holding on to its maritime heritage. Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) is just 15 Since 1600, Baltimore waterways have been a passage for ships carrying commer- minutes from downtown Baltimore and the Marriott Waterfront, located at 700 cial cargo and new citizens. More than 30 million tons of cargo passes through the Aliceanna Street. Cab fare from the airport to the convention hotel is approxi- port of Baltimore every year. mately $25, plus tip. Established in 1729 to serve the economic needs of 18th century Maryland farmers, For those choosing to rent a car during your stay in Baltimore – AVIS, Budget, the town of Baltimore gradually began to take on a life of its own. Baltimore Enterprise, Hertz and National are available for rent onsite at the airport. You can played a crucial role in the War of 1812, when soldiers, stationed at Fort McHenry, make your reservations online or by calling direct. successfully held off a British attack on Baltimore. That victory for Baltimore was www.avis.com (800.331.1212) www.hertz.com (800.654.3131) commemorated in a poem by Francis Scott Key and is now our national anthem. www.budget.com (800.527.0700) www.nationalcar.com (800.227.7368) Today, Baltimore is an American success story with the redevelopment of the Inner www.enterprise.com (800.264.6350) Harbor in the late 1970s setting the standard for urban renewal. With charming historic neighborhoods surrounding the Inner Harbor, each offering their own AIRPORT TransFER character, history and cuisine, Baltimore has become an ideal place for business Discounts available. To book your reservation, visit as well as pleasure. www.ducks.org/nationalconvention Whether you enjoy the abundance of fresh seafood from Maryland’s Chesapeake Bay or a tour of the memorials and monuments in Washington, D.C., there is PARKING AT THE HOTEL more to Baltimore than is seen at first glance. For guests of the hotel, parking is $25 per day and for non guests, the fee is $35 per day. WHAT TO BRING & WHAT TO WEAR From the beautiful waterfront to the many historic sites, Baltimore is a city you WELCOME NEWCOMERS will enjoy and remember. In order to comfortably experience the city and the If you indicated on your Registration Form that Convention ’08 would be your outdoor activities, dress in cool fabrics that are lightweight and made to work in first convention, you’ll find a First Time Attendee ribbon in your registration all types of climates. Also, remember to bring those comfortable walking shoes. packet that will be available at our Convention Registration Area. Please attach the Baltimore’s climate can be warm during May. The average high temperature in ribbon to your name badge so that the repeat convention attendees can welcome May is 74 degrees with lows in the 50s. you, offer assistance, and generally enhance your enjoyment of your convention For the Friday evening party, you might want to come dressed as your favorite pop activities. Welcome to the Ducks Unlimited Convention Family! culture or sports legend hero. Also, for the Annual Convention Banquet on Saturday REGISTRATION POLICY evening, ladies are encouraged to wear a party dress (evening wear) and gentlemen will likely want to wear a suit or sport coat and tie. In the ladies letter, you will find Please register promptly upon arrival at the Ducks Unlimited Convention Regis- some guidance on suggested suitable apparel to bring with you to Baltimore. The tration desk on the 3rd floor, Grand Ballroom Foyer of the Marriott Waterfront. complete convention program with more details is included in this booklet. Once again, complimentary registration will be provided for all children 14 years SHOW YOUR COLORS of age or younger, except for the closing banquet on Saturday evening and/or participation in any of the tours. The fee for children attending the banquet will For your use and ease of identification at the airport, we have enclosed some be $75. Children accompanying parents on any of the tours will be required to pay Convention ’08 decals that you may wish to attach to each piece of your checked the tour registration fee. luggage. Also, be sure to wear your name badge throughout convention week for identification on the tours and all social events. Those people unable to attend the entire convention may participate in the social activities and meal functions on a daily rate basis. Please check with the Registra- tion Desk for daily rates. • • 2 • • • • 3 • • An exciting program of outstanding parties and events has been ON THE SOCIAL AGENDA planned for the enjoyment of our convention attendees. Please note that except for the Friday evening event and the tours, imposed upon their spouses and families in fulfilling the duties of the Presidency. all 71st Annual Convention functions are located in the Marriott Waterfront. The Presidents’ Couples Recognition Luncheon is always a special event at our Annual Convention. WEDNESDAY, MAY 21 The social activities on Friday continue with the Sports Legends and Pop Culture Meet and greet your old and new friends at the opening night gathering with Party, hosted by Bank of America. Dress up if you choose, like your favorite entertainment and dancing in Hospitality Central. All beer products for this character or celebrity - Superman, Supergirl, Batman, Barbie, Elvis, or your favorite function, as well as every other function where beer is served, have been generously sports team such as the Colts, Giants, Cardinals, White Sox or Orioles – for this provided by The Anheuser-Busch Company. entertaining event at Sports Legends and Geppi’s Entertainment Museum. THURSDAY, MAY 22 Special Note: Due to the environment of Sports Legends and Geppi’s Museum, we ask that no red wine be brought into the museum. Also, if you would like to take home a Flyways Cocktail Parties, hosted by Jack Daniels Single Barrel souvenir, both gift shops will be open, and Sports Legends is offering a 20% discount to Join together with the volunteers and staff from your Flyway for libations and all convention attendees during convention week. Just make sure you are wearing your snacks before heading out on our traditional Night on the Town - dinner with your convention name tag to receive the discount. friends. To help in planning your night out, later in this booklet is a Where to Dine SATURDAY, MAY 24 in Baltimore section which highlights the most popular restaurants in the area. The day begins with the Sunrisers’ Breakfast on the fourth floor in the FRIDAY, MAY 23 Harborside Ballroom. This evening, our festivities start to wind down with the This very busy day begins with the Duck Hunters’ Breakfast, hosted by 71st Annual Convention Reception from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., on the third Barton-Cotton, on the fourth floor in the Harborside Ballroom. At noon, all floor in the Grand Ballroom Foyer. At 6:30 p.m., the reception will be followed by delegates and their spouses/guests are invited back to the Harborside Ballroom for the 71st Annual Convention Banquet, hosted by Bass Pro Shops, in the Grand the Presidents’ Couples Recognition Luncheon hosted by Bank of America. Ballroom. As always, this fabulous evening will feature excellent food and a spirited This event focuses on not only our past and current Presidents, but equally as live auction, which will be conducted by Auctioneers, Richard Kenton, Jr. and Bruce important, recognizes the spouses of our leaders. We are all aware of the signifi- Betts. The evening and a memorable convention will conclude with dancing. cance of the responsibilities shouldered by our Presidents, and the great sacrifices • • 4 • • • • 5 • • marrIOTT waTERFRONT 3 RD FLOOR elevator elevator elevator elevator BUSINESS & SOCIAL PROGRAM 4 TH FLOOR Ducks Unlimited’s 71st Annual Convention will be a truly memorable week, planned to provide you with a wide range of important business sessions and enjoyable social events. We’re certain you’ll have a productive and exciting trip to this year’s convention in Baltimore, Maryland. See you in Baltimore! elevator elevator elevator elevator Dianne Legg Manager of Meetings and Conferences • • 6 • • • • 7 • • TUESDAY, MAY 20, 2008 FRIDAY, MAY 23, 2008 All Day Early Arrivals 7:00 am 8:15 am Duck Hunters’ Breakfast. Harborside Ballroom 7:30 am 10:00 am Registration. 3rd Floor Hosted By Barton-Cotton 2:00 pm 6:00 pm Registration. 3rd Floor 7:30 am 6:30 pm Registration.

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