Evening Activities, Dream Auction Sneak Peek, and New Blog Post
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November 13-15, 2018
at the Nottawasaga Inn Resort & Convention Centre, Alliston, ON
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What Is Better Than One Night of Fun? Two Nights! Get Ready for Choose Your Own Adventure Activities Scheduled for Tuesday and Wednesday Evenings
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Our survey says... more networking opportunities and choose your own adventure activities. We thought about it and determined that this was the perfect opportunity for two nights of fun-filled activities – both passive and active. Take a look at our events planning for both evenings of choose your own adventure activities.
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Choose Your Own Adventure Round 1 - Tuesday Evening Events
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Latornell Spirit Information and Tasting Session with Beattie’s Distillers - Our Local Farm-Crafted Premium Spirits Company
Curious about potato vodka? Sign up and join
Beattie's Distillers to learn a little bit about it and sample a few interesting and unique vodkas.
Beattie’s is located on the same land for over 100 years in Alliston, Ontario. They are a true “Farm-to-Bottle” distillery with all of their products grown on site, distilled at their own facility and bottled by their own farm staff. They are Ontario’s first craft distillery to offer premium potato vodka.
This 2 hour session will take you on a journey that includes Beattie’s history and how they came to be a potato vodka distillery; the evolution of craft distilling and its importance of nature, authenticity and sustainability; and, of course, an introduction to their brand including 3 tastings along with appropriate food accompaniments grown right on Beattie’s farm.
Pre-registration is required. Don't delay in getting your tickets for this session as we only have a limited number available. Cost is $25. Tickets are also available onsite at the Registration Desk until 4 PM.
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Traditional Bonfire Storytelling
You can also pull up a seat fireside and enjoy roasted marshmallows and a hot drink for
Traditional Bonfire Storytelling with Brian Charles of the Chippewas of Georgina Island and Kim Wheatley, Anishinaabe Cultural Consultant.
Using replica wampum belts in this special presentation, Brian will illuminate a path that not only interconnects the nations and histories of First Peoples in the Eastern Woodland, but also of settler societies in Canada. Kim will share Traditional Indigenous stories from the Great Lakes region utilizing hand drum singing around the evening fire.
All are welcome and encouraged to dress according to weather conditions.
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Jungle Quest Team Mini-Golf Tournament
Journey through our action-packed 18 hole, par 36, Jungle Quest mini-putt adventure. As you navigate along a winding fun-filled expedition you will encounter treacherous lush terrain, as well as native wildlife hiding around every corner.
Players will be organized into teams of 4 – either come as a team or we can place you in a foursome when you arrive at the course. All players must complete the course or the entire team will forfeit. As per standard golf rules, the team with the lowest combined score wins.
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And More!
We also have old favorites, like
Mingling with Exhibitors (in Gallery A & B until 10 PM) and the
Latornell After Party (The LAP!) where you can enjoy music, play card and board games, and have plenty of fun. The LAP can be found in the Starlite Lounge (tucked away on the 3rd floor, past the gift shop and up the stairs). The bar will be open until 1 AM for your fun and amusement.
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Choose Your Own Adventure Round 2 - Wednesday Evening Events
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Minute to Win It Competition
Do you want major bragging rights! Test your Wit, Dexterity, and Athleticism. Whether you want to join a team as a contestant or be part of the cheering crowd, this event will sure to be loads of fun. Contestants will take part in a series of 60-second challenges that use objects that are commonly available around the house to earn points for your team throughout the competition. Team with the highest score wins a prize – and bragging rights.
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Documentary Screening
Documentary shown in the Inn’s theatre (yes, the Inn has an actual theatre!)
GREAT LAKES MEDIA presents
A look beneath the surface of the world's largest freshwater ecosystem "
MAKING WAVES : BATTLE FOR THE GREAT LAKES". A two-hour documentary about the effects of aquatic invasive species in the Great Lakes and the efforts under way to control and prevent them.
director of photography BRENDAN WALSH | narrated by BILL KURTIS | original music by GABRIEL JASKOWIAK | edited by BRENDAN WALSH | produced by JESSICA WALSH
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Paint and Cocktails
We like to call it Fun Art Not Fine Art. Come to our painting party! Join in on an easy, relaxed, encouraging painting night as we have a 2 hour fun evening with our artist who will guide you through step by step, from start to finished painting that you get to take home.
Pre-registration is required. Don't delay in getting your tickets for this session as we only have a limited number available. Cost is $25. Tickets are also available onsite at the Registration Desk until 4 PM Wednesday November 14
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And More!
On Wednesday at the conclusion of the gala evening, you'll be able to again
Mingle with Exhibitors (in Gallery A & B until 10 PM) or make your way over to the
Latornell After Party (The LAP!), where you can cheer on the competitors of the Minute to Win it Competition or network and socialize in the Starlite Lounge (tucked away on the 3rd floor, past the gift shop and up the stairs). The bar will be open until 1 AM for your fun and amusement. See you at The LAP!
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Check Out These Two Very Exciting Auction Items!
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We'll have many items to be won in the Dream Auction, but you might be interested in the following two items:
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Canoe Package Worth $1,500
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Generously Donated by The Complete Paddler
It is a full package to get someone on the water. The package includes:
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Long Point Eco-Adventures Package Worth $2,100
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Generously Donated by GEMS and EMAC
There will be one winner, but the winner will get to choose between:
Package #1 –
Couples Weekend
Package #2 –
Family of 4 Weekend
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Package 1 – Couples Weekend
3 nights, includes
- hot buffet breakfast each morning
- private flush toilets
- outdoor shower
- hot and cold running water
- min-fridge
- private deck
- electrical outlets
3 Dinners vouchers ($100 each night)
Activities for 2
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Package 2 – Family of 4 Weekend
kids ages between 8 (minimum age for ziplining) and 17
3 nights, includes
- 1 queen bed and a double sized couch pull out
- hot buffet breakfast each morning
- private flush toilets
- shared shower facilities
- outdoor shower
- hot and cold running water
- min-fridge
- private deck
- electrical outlets
3 Dinners vouchers ($100 each night)
On-site tuck Shop – voucher for $50
Activities for 4
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Looking to Carpool to Latornell?
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Each year, the Steering Committee is contacted by delegates who are interested in carpooling to the Symposium. Like previous years, we have created a
special carpooling page to help delegates connect with one another and arrange transportation to and from the Symposium. You can add your name to our page as an indication that you are A) looking for a ride, or B) willing to offer a ride.
To learn more about carpooling to the Symposium, and to sign up, visit our
Carpooling webpage.
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NEW:
The Watering Hole Blog Post!
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Mentorship Matters: Building Skills through the Latornell Professional Development Program
Jamie Joudrey & Bill Trenouth, Members of the Latornell Professional Development Program
The working world is tough. From landing your first job to the ongoing hunt for your ‘dream’ job, we often feel like it’s not easy to compete in today’s working world. This is just as true for the environmental field as for any other sector. Thinking back to the start of your own career journey, wouldn’t it have been great if someone was there to give you a helping hand?
READ MORE
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@ADLatornell
and add the hashtags
#latornell
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Let's Chat
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Karen Anderson and Mario Maillet, Symposium Coordinators
Latornell Conservation Symposium
1-888-274-1364 ext. 4
c/o Conservation Ontario
120 Bayview Parkway
Newmarket, Ontario
L3Y 3W3
905-895-0716
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Header image credit:
NASA/JSC
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