ASTA's 124th Annual Convention
June 23 – 27, 2007, Omni Interlocken Resort
Denver, CO

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Registration for optional tours is made directly with The Arrangers.DMC Denver.

Day Trip to Ft. Collins, Colorado
Saturday, June 23, 2007
11:30am-5:00pm
Destination: Colorado State University to tour the National Center for Genetic Resources Preservation and All-America Selections flower trials.

The first of many exciting convention announcements, ASTA has partnered with the National Center for Genetic Resources Preservation to offer a behind-the-scenes tour of their facility in Ft. Collins, Colorado. Among its many functions, the lab features state-of-the-art germination chambers, purity equipment, and tetrazolium chambers, and the stores of the nation’s seeds for times of crisis. Nearby, the All-America Selections flower trials offer a display of the competitors for America’s most beautiful flowers of the year! This trip is complimentary for Annual Convention registrants.

Denver City Tour
Sunday, June 24, 2007
1:30pm-6:00pm

Take a trip into the heart of the "Mile High City" on a Denver City Swing! Your tour begins with the downtown finance and business areas as well as the revitalized parts of "old" Denver which have been creatively combined with powerful skyscrapers. See the spectacular Colorado State Capitol Building, one of the “ooh and awe” sights in Denver. Enjoy riding through our lovely mansion areas and parks, including a drive by Millionaires’ Row. Catch a glimpse of the recently renovated lower downtown (LoDo), including a drive by the hot spot of Larimer Square. Virtually forgotten for years, local visionaries have concentrated on the renovation of these buildings with exciting results. Includes tour of the notorious Molly Brown House and drive-by tour of Civic Center and other cultural facilities. Don’t miss your chance to experience the Rocky Mountain spirit of the Mile High City on this informative and scenic tour!

Includes:
• Roundtrip deluxe transportation
• Professional tour guide and tour of Molly Brown House

“Foothills Fandango ” Tour
Tuesday, June 26, 2007
12:00pm-5:00pm

Tours starts with brief stop at Dinosaur Ridge for a photo opportunity (bring your camera!) giving you a great souvenir to take home! Next, visit one of Colorado's most photographed and scenic sights, Red Rocks Park and Amphitheater, nestled amidst towering slabs of red sandstone rising hundreds of feet above you. This 8th wonder of the world has been the site of concerts, musical events and the Easter Sunrise services since the 1940’s. Dine for lunch at the venue’s Shiprock Grill and explore on a self-guided tour. Then, drive down Historic Main Street in Golden, Colorado en route to the infamous Coors Brewing Company. Get a close- up look on a typical day from ingredients to bottling at the Coors Brewery, the largest single facility beer producer in the country. Guests over 21 receive a complimentary glass of beer.

Includes:
• Roundtrip deluxe transportation
• Professional tour guide
• Stops at Dinosaur Ridge
• Lunch at Red Rocks
• Tour of Coors Brewery, with a complimentary glass of beer for guests 21 and over

"Best of Boulder" Tour
Tuesday, June 26, 2007
12:00pm-5:00pm

Boulder is a dynamic university community, nestled near the base of the scenic Flatiron Mountains - offering breathtaking views. Drive through the University of Colorado's expansive campus where you’ll see beautiful historical buildings and gorgeous landscaping. Next, your tour takes you to the famous Pearl Street Mall - an outdoor pedestrian mall with unique character and home to fantastic dining, boutiques and shops. It is easy to see why this mall was selected as a recipient of HUD's award for Urban Renewal Design and is the nation's most successful outdoor mall! Enjoy shopping at your leisure and have lunch on own on the mall. Next, experience afternoon of tea at the world famous Dushanbe Tea House, with a variety of teas and pastries for your enjoyment! More than 40 artisans in several cities of Russian created the decorative elements for the ornate Teahouse.

Includes:
• Roundtrip Transportation
• Guide
• Drive through Tour of Boulder and by University of Boulder campus
• Lunch and Shopping/Browsing on own on the Pearl Street Mall
• Afternoon Tea at the Dushanbe Tea House (please note menu may change seasonally)

Sample Afternoon Tea Menu
• Elegant Afternoon Tea with choice of three blended teas served with Assortment of Pastries
• Fresh Scones with Cream and Lemon Curd
• Tea Sandwiches like Cucumber Herb Butter Sandwich or Artichoke Purses
• Three Kinds of Desserts

Pre- and Post-Convention Tours

The Arrangers will be onsite at your hotel at the Registration Desk, with times listed below, to assist guests in coordinating any post-convention tours you may request. Interested attendees should stop by to arrange tours to any of the following areas of the beautiful Rocky Mountains!

Tour opportunities include:
• Rocky Mountain National Park
• Breckenridge
• Vail
• Colorado Springs
• Rafting
• Hiking
• Horseback Riding

For assistance with booking Pre- and Post-Convention Tours in advance, please contact Kathryn Schutz at The Arrangers at (303) 623-1492 or kathryn@arrangers.com.