ASHRAE Meeting Planner - March 2013 - (Page 3)

General Tours: See the City Bringing your spouse? Have spare time? Take advantage of ASHRAE’s general tours and see the sights of Denver including Colorado Springs, Platte Riverwalk, Red Rocks and Coors Brewery and Boulder. A Day of Wings and Things – Colorado Springs Sunday, June 23/9am–5pm/$58 Visit one of Colorado’s most charming cities — Colorado Springs! The first stop is the fantastic United States Air Force Academy (USAFA). From the overlook area, see the 17 spires of steel and glass rising from the Chapel. At the USAFA Visitor’s Center, view exhibits on cadet life and the history of the Academy. Next, tour one of Colorado’s natural wonders, the Garden of the Gods. Only Mother Nature could have turned rocks into these unusual, majestic formations. A drive through the park and a stop at the Trading Post allows guests to enjoy lunch on their own as well as purchase souvenirs. Also, see Old Colorado City, established in 1859 and designated the first capitol of the Colorado Territory in 1861. Old Colorado City is the oldest established city in the Pikes Peak Region. Stroll the brick sidewalks, under shady trees with 100-year old buildings providing the perfect backdrop for an exciting mix of unique cafes, restaurants, galleries, boutiques and specialty shops. The tour also includes Seven Falls, located in South Cheyenne Canyon, Seven Falls cascades 181 feet in seven distinct steps down a solid cliff of Pikes Peak granite. Crystal clear water from the southernmost edges of the Pikes Peak watershed carved this unique scenic masterpiece over the ages in an easily accessed location. Closed toed shoes needed for the Falls. Platte Riverwalk Sunday, June 23/1–4 pm/$40 Get a unique glimpse of the city by walking through lower downtown, across the Platte River Pedestrian Bridge and along the Platte Riverwalk! Originating on the Continental Divide near Hoosier Pass, the South Platte runs 360 miles through Colorado and drains 28,584 square miles as one of Colorado’s five major rivers. Its snowmelt-fed waters have fueled the growth of Denver and its surrounding suburbs. This paved trail now runs along its banks between Denver’s north and south city limits. In the North Platte District, guests can peruse the quaint shops along Platte Street such as the Savory Spice Shop, where all the spices are ground and blended in the store; Zen Dog Pet Boutique, with whimsical canine apparel and accessories for the discriminating dog lover; and Corks, with specialty wines under $15. The tour also includes the flagship branch of the popular REI. Located in the restored 1901 Denver Tramway building, this REI is not only a complete outdoor resource, but a historic landmark and an award-winning architectural accomplishment as well. Red Rocks and Coors Brewery Monday, June 24/1–5 pm/$38 Take a panoramic ride into the foothills surrounding Golden, Colorado, for a visit to two of Colorado’s most popular attractions. The first stop is Red Rocks Amphitheatre, an acoustical marvel, where 9,000 seats are set in the red sandstone rocks overlooking the city. Explore the Red Rocks Visitor’s Center, designed as a tribute to the many musical groups that have performed at Red Rocks during its rich history. Next stop is Miller Coors — a visit to the largest brewery west of the Mississippi includes a 35 minute self-guided tour of the facility followed by freshly brewed samples in the beer tasting room. Participants must be at least age 21 to participate. Share Your Thoughts with the Board: Open Session to be Held in Denver Members are encouraged to share their thoughts and opinions on the operation and work of the Society with the ASHRAE Board of Directors during an open session at the 2013 Annual Conference. The session will take place at 2 p.m. Sunday, June 23, at the Board of Directors meeting in the Sheraton Denver Downtown. While Board meetings are always open to members, this is an opportunity to address the Board on any relevant issues of concern. Those who wish to speak are asked to provide their name and an outline of their comments. This information can be provided via a form at www.ashrae.org/opensession or by filling out a form at the Board meeting on Sunday, June 23. Speakers are limited to three minutes. Sustainable Footprint Project The Rocky Mountain Chapter has committed to overhauling the Denver Rescue Mission’s aged and deteriorating systems and replacing them with systems to improve efficiency and increase occupant comfort. The Lawrence Street Shelter is the Denver Rescue Mission’s central outreach location. Tens of thousands of poor and needy people come to this facility each year for shelter, food, clothing, medical care, client services and chapel services. Families and individuals come to their “closet” for everything from warm gloves to business attire for job interviews. Case managers help up to 2,000 individuals each month with needs such as food boxes, baby diapers, furniture, clothing, household goods and referrals to other agencies. Program participants can receive free medical, dental, optical and chiropractic treatment at the Mission’s clinic. ASHRAE’s Sustainable Footprint Project was launched in 2008 by the Utah Chapter. The goals of the program are to leave a legacy representing ASHRAE’s commitment to sustainability and to offset the environmental impact from holding the Annual Conference. It is now customary for the Annual Conference host city to select a project with some funding provided by ASHRAE as seed money. Denver Area Sights Photo courtesy of: Steve Crecelius and VISIT DENVER. Photo courtesy of: Steve Crecelius and VISIT DENVER. Photo courtesy of: Steve Crecelius and VISIT DENVER. A Celestial Day in Boulder Tuesday, June 25/1–5 pm/$56 This tour is a true adventure of the senses as you take in the beautiful surroundings of Boulder while enjoying morning or afternoon tea at the Boulder Dushanbe Tea House. Designed and built by more than 40 artisans in several cities of Tajikistan, Boulder’s “sister” country, the Tea House features a hand-carved, hand-painted ceiling as well as ornate, ceramic panels. In addition to a tantalizing dining experience, sip the exotic teas for which Dushanbe is known. Next, you’ll travel to Celestial Seasonings, the largest fully-integrated, herbal tea manufacturer in the United States. You’ll be treated to a tour of this fascinating facility, learning about the tea-making process, searching the artwork for the famous “Sleepytime Tea” bear and experiencing the powerful aromas of the tasting room. Photo courtesy of: Jeff Wells and VISIT DENVER. For more information visit www.ashraedenver2013.org. http://www.ashrae.org/opensession http://www.ashraedenver2013.org

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