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Breathtaking views as well as several hiking trails for city
slickers, hard core outdoors people and everything in between. The
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6. Safeco Field
Featuring a retractable roof, extensive views of downtown Seattle and
Puget Sound, as well as a great view of the field even from the
nosebleed sections and plenty of scrumptious baseball food selections,
it's not hard to understand why Safeco Field has such a great reputation
among fans and players. The
Mariners, one of the American League's best teams, plays there. For
those not interested in
Home
stand during conference: 8-27
Saturday and 8-28 Sunday – The Chicago White Sox.
On 8-29 Monday thru 8-30 Wednesday – The
7. Redhook Beer Brewery and Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery
Located across the street from one and another in Woodinville, the brewery and winery are fantastic ways to spend an afternoon no matter what the weather. Start the day at Ste. Michelle and enjoy a complimentary tour of the winery which includes a wine tasting. In addition to the free wine tasting offered during the tour, there is also a tasting bar featuring select reserve and single vineyard wines for $5. Lush winery grounds make the perfect setting for a picnic, so if the sun is shining bring along your picnic basket.
After spending a few refined hours of amusement at the winery, head over to the Redhook brewery for a more raucous time. For only a buck you get a tour of the facility as well as a free beer tasting and a souvenir tasting glass. For beer lovers, this is definitely a dollar well spent. The brewery also offers a pub-like restaurant, so if you are hungry stop in for a bite and more beer! Both of these facilities also feature concerts during the summer. For more information about these facilities as well as concert information, visit their websites at www.ste-michelle.com and http://www.redhook.com/happs_forecasters1.htm.
8. Argosy Cruise
Since much of the city is surrounded by water, one of the best ways to see more of its panoramas is by boat. The ride is fun and informative, and visitors are always impressed. Argosy Cruises offers a wide array of tours throughout the sound and various lakes as well as dinner and lunch cruises. Book your trip online at their website, www.argosycruises.com and save 5% on your tickets! It's a great way to spend the day whether you've lived here for years or it's your first time to the area.
9. Steven's Pass
If you're aching to get away from the city, a drive to the summit of
Steven's pass is a terrific way to spend the day. Whether
the pass is bathed in sunshine, snow, or the colors of fall, it is
always a beautiful drive and a fabulous way to get a better feel for
this spectacular state. There
are also plenty of excellent pit stops along the way for those of you
looking to get a little closer to nature. Deception
falls, located about 6 ½ miles east of Skykomish, is a favorite. The
short, yet picturesque, trail is not very difficult, and there are
plenty of scenic picture taking opportunities, especially at the falls
which are at the height of their beauty during high water periods. Further
down the road, near
10. EMP
Music lovers of all ages will love this hands-on museum. Paul
Allen's tribute to all things musical includes interactive exhibits,
tons of inimitable artifacts, and even room for live concerts. Rather
than follow a herd of tourists through the museum, you can wander at
your own pace and still have the benefit of a tour guide by using EMP's
handheld virtual tour guides. For
Jimi Hendrix fans, the museum also features an entire exhibit dedicated
to the legend. Don't forget
the Liquid Lounge for live music and concerts. Plan
on spending hours in this enormous space known for both its unique
architecture and its dedication to honoring music that you, your kids,
and your parents listen to. For
hours, location and ticket and concert information visit their website
at www.emplive.com.
Special thanks to Todd Newkirk (I.B.E.W. Utility Department) for work on this agenda
and conference.
Agenda 2004
Coronado Springs Resort
"Staying
Alive in 2005!"
Host
Paper, Allied-Industrial, Chemical and Energy Workers
Participating Unions:
International
Communications, Energy and Paperworkers
United Steelworkers of
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers – IBEW
International Brotherhood of Teamsters - IBT
ICWUC I UFCW
Office & Professional Employees International
Paper, Allied-Industrial, Chemical and Energy Workers
Transport Workers of
United Association of Plumbers & Pipefitters - UA
Utility Workers of
Caucuses of Individual Unions
Moderator:
Jim Pannell, Administrative Vice President, PACE
International
Pledge of Allegiance
Respect to the Canadian Flag
Invocation
Welcoming remarks:
Keith Kirchner, Executive Assistant to
PACE Int'l President Boyd Young
Conference Program Overview:
Jesse Miller, Coordinator PACE
International
Downes, CEO, New Jersey Resources Corp.
(Introduction by Jim Hunter, IBEW)
Density and Organizing:
Roger Bradley, Nat'l Director of
Organizing PACE International
Distribution: Coordinators
Jim McCauley, IBEW and Don Krause, IBEW
Service:
Coordinator Gary Ellis, CEP
Clerical:
Coordinator Marta Harris, UWUA
Transportation. Production & Storage: Coordinators Dennis
Chaplin,
PACE and Charlie Rittenhouse, UWUA
James Clancy, National President
National
Kermit Fendler, CEO, MedTrak Services
Hilary Chiz, Project Specialist, PACE International
Distribution: Coordinators
Jim McCauley, IBEW and Don Krause, IBEW
Service:
Coordinator Gary Ellis, CEP
Clerical:
Coordinator Marta Harris, UWIJA
Transportation, Production and Storage:
Coordinators Dennis Chaplin, PACE and Charlie Rittenhouse, UWUA
Debra Booth, President,
Legislative Director, PACE International
Conference Issues: 2005 Conference & Wrap-up
Drawing
for Two Vacations: 5 daysl4 nights suite at the Hotel Royal
Plaza ($1,600 value each)
