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CRA Conference at Snowbird 2006

June 25-27, 2006
Snowbird, Utah

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Registration Fees

CRA's members are departments, centers, labs, and the leadership of its affiliated professional societies. Please e-mail members@cra.org if you are unsure whether or not your organization is a member.

Online registration is now closed. Please register at the conference.

The registration fees (which include all conference meals) for the CRA Conference at Snowbird 2006 are:

By May 25 After May 25

CRA Members $540 $645

Non-members $720 $840

Session Chairs/Speakers/Panelists $540 $540

The registration fees for the IT Deans Group Meeting are:

CRA Members: $195
Non-members: $245

Spouse/Companion Meals (each)

Breakfast: $25

Lunch: $35

Dinner: $55

Reception: $35

Accommodations

The conference hotel is the Cliff Lodge at Snowbird Ski & Summer Resort. To reserve a hotel room, call Snowbird Central Reservations at 1-800-453-3000. If calling from Canada, please dial 1-801-947-8220. Mention that you are attending the "CRA Chairs Conference" to receive the following room rates at Cliff Lodge:

Standard Bedroom $125/night

Deluxe Bedroom $189/night

These rates do not include the state room tax. Please call for your reservation before May 29, in order to guarantee your room at the above rates.

Internet Availability / Computing Facilities

The Cliff Lodge is wired with NetWorld high-speed, wireless internet. Laptop users with their own wireless card may access the NetWorld system that is available throughout the Cliff Lodge for $9.95/24 hour period. That same purchase can be used at a wireless internet cafe in the Snowbird Center for no additional fee. Register at the Guest Services desk next to the Registration Desk.

Please note that CRA will not be able to provide a computer lab or printers.

Transportation

Ground Transportation (Shuttle Service)

Snowbird Resort is located 29 miles (35 minutes) from the Salt Lake City International Airport. Airport Shuttles may be arranged through Snowbird Central Reservations at 1-800-453-3000. If calling from Canada, please dial 1-801-947-8220. The round trip fare for individuals is $52 plus driver gratuity. Walk ups are accepted on a space available basis at the Canyon Transportation desk located in the baggage claim area of the Salt Lake City International Airport. Cancellations received within 48 hours of arrival are non-refundable. Shuttles leave Cliff Lodge every hour on the hour.

Activities

If you are arriving early or bringing a guest, Snowbird resort offers a variety of activities. For information on activities, dining, and entertainment at the resort and in Salt Lake City, call the resort at 1-801-742-2222.

Everything is conveniently located within a short walking distance in Snowbird Village. You will find a variety of restaurants, cafes, bars and lounges with spectacular mountain views. There is a wide variety of shopping choices from souvenirs and jewelry to boutique items and high fashion sportswear.

The Cliff Lodge also includes a sundries shop, children's daycare and infant center, and the Cliff Health and Beauty Spas with pools, health club, sauna, and whirlpools.

Child Care

Attendees requiring child care should contact Camp Snowbird at 1-800-933-2256. We encourage you to call ahead of time since their facilities are limited.

Dress

Casual attire is appropriate for all conference functions. You may want to bring a sweater or light jacket as it tends to get a little chilly in the evenings due to the high elevation.

Cancellations

Cancellation requests received in the CRA office by June 1 will result in a refund of the conference registration fee, minus a $50 cancellation fee. No refunds will be made after this date. You may send a substitute in your place.