1st Annual USBGA
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| The USBGA will be hosting its 1st Annual National Conference this year. The confirmed date is Friday, October 31 - Sunday November 2, 2008. The Conference will be held at the Henry Horton State Resort Park and Conference Center on the shores of the historic Duck River, the longest stretch of free flowing river in Tennessee. in Chapel Hill, Tennessee. Henry Horton State Park is located 40 miles south of Nashville on U.S. Hwy 31A between the towns of Chapel Hill and Lewisburg. The park is accessible via I-65 by turning east on US Hwy 412 (Exit 46) and following the signs (about 13 miles). The conference will feature good fellowship, educational and informative programs, good food, vendors and fun activities. There will be exceptional learning opportunities for breeders, producers, and hobbyists who have or are interested in Boer goats. On Friday afternoon, the Board of Directors will host a relaxing afternoon socializing around the magnificent fireplace at the inn or strolling along the beautiful Duck River. For those intereted, there will be a USBGA Golf Scramble Tournament at the park's beautiful par-72 Buford Ellington Championship Golf Course. The modest entry fee for this event includes greens fees, cart and trophies. Rental clubs are also available. The conference will kick off with a USBGA General Membership Meeting at 6:00 PM on Friday, followed by a President's Reception in the inn's Hospitality Room. The theme of the reception is Halloween and costumes are encouraged. Entertainment and adult refreshments will be provided. Most vendors will have their exhibits set up on Friday and all day on Saturday. The "meat" of the conference will be the many informative sessions on Saturday geared toward every level of breeder, producer and hobbyist presented by some of the foremost authorities in the industry. The Saturday luncheon will be held at the buffet of the inn's restaurant. Following the activities of Saturday, the attendees will retire to the group lodge for a casual, yet elegant awards banquet honoring those who have contributed significantly to the advancement of the USBGA over the past year. Sunday morning begins with a relaxed, western-theme devotional service for those who wish to attend. Following a delicious brunch at the inn's restaurant, the conference will adjourn at 11:30. Please Note: Due to the mature theme of the educational programs and the lack of activities and accommodations for children, attendance by children is strongly discouraged. The breakout sessions will center around four basic tracks. Attendees may attend sessions in any track. Each session will be about 25 minutes long. Sample sessions will include: |
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USBGA |
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USBGA Programs |
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BREEDING |
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Basic Genetics |
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MEAT GOAT PRODUCTION |
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Parasite Control |
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BOER GOAT 101 |
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Networking |
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NOA INSPECTOR TRAINING |
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There will be an NOA training course offered for anyone desiring to be a Certified NOA Inspector. The cost for this short course is $50, which includes certification. |
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CONFERENCE SCHEDULE |
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Friday, October 31 |
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8:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
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Saturday, November 1 |
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7:00 AM - 8:00 AM |
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Sunday, November 2 |
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8:00 AM - 9:00 AM |
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FEES |
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| Conference (per person) Postmarked before July 31: $100 after July 31: $150 Conference fees include all meals: Saturday breakfast buffet, Saturday luncheon buffet, Saturday night awards banquet, and Sunday brunch buffet. All meals, except the awards banquet will be provided at the restaurant at the inn. Rooms (per night) at Henry Horton Inn: $76 off-site overflow: $80 A block of rooms has been reserved at the park's inn and arrangements have been made for overflow lodging. All room reservations must be made when registering for the conference. Rooms at the inn are available on a first-come-first-served basis, however, overflow lodging will be available in Lewisburg, 11 miles south of the park. RV facilities are also available at the park. Complete Conference Package (includes all fees, meals and lodging) Per Person: $250 Per Couple: $350
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| Please return by July 31 to: |
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USBGA National Conference
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Member Name _______________________________USBGA #_________ Address________________________________________ City/ST/ZIP:________________________________________ Additional Attendee's Name________________________________________ Primary Interest (Check One) ____USBGA ____BOER GOAT 101 ____BREEDING ____MEAT GOAT PRODUCTION Conference Fees $_____x # of attendees____ $_______ Rooms $________x # of nights ____ = $__________ Single package ($250) $___________ Couple Package ($350) $___________ NOA Inspector Training & Certification ($50) $__________ TOTAL $___________ Check _____ Money Order_____ Credit Card___ Type___________ Number:_____________________Exp. Date______ |
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