Molly Zins, Minnesota Waters, 800-515-5253

Join lake and river advocates from around the state on September 7-9 for the 2006 Lakes and Rivers Conference being held at the Duluth Entertainment and Convention Center (DECC). Networking, excellent speakers, new program opportunities, and fun are guaranteed in beautiful Duluth, the world’s largest inland seaport, surrounded by dramatic hills and a breathtaking historic waterfront. Take a couple of extra days and wander up the North Shore as the colors begin to turn. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn and play atop Lake Superior, the largest freshwater lake in North America.

• Over 35 concurrent sessions from Thur. through Sat.
• Special workshops on advanced topics
• 85 exhibitors of lake management services and products
• Field trips to view innovative projects in the Duluth area
• Local water planning track Thursday sponsored by the Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources
• Session tracks on citizen monitoring, building healthy organizations, watershed stewardship, shoreland development, river ecology and more
• Gala Minnesota Waters Celebration overlooking the harbor
• 1,200 hotel rooms within walking distance of the DECC. An extensive climate-controlled skywalk system connects attendees to lodging, attractions, restaurants, shopping and the DECC, or stay in historic Canal Park, just three minutes away.

For more information, registration, and program agenda, check out the conference web site.

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