K
ansas, once referred to as Freedom’s meeting
Frontier, planner’s
is a ideal
spot. View amazing won- ders
sculpted by eons of
wind, water and river ice. A soft sedimentary layer, known as Niobrara Chalk,
has produced destinations like the well-known Monument Rocks. The world’s largest tallgrass prairie sweeps through the east-central section of Kansas’ Flint Hills. Whether looking for a little country or favoring an urban environment, Kansas has it all. Emporia, Manhattan and Sa- lina are only a few places that offer one-of-a-kind meeting opportunities. While in the state, stop over to Chanute His- torical Museum or cruise over to the Kansas Museum of His- tory where you can view award-winning exhibits. The Kansas Underground Salt Museum, in Hutchinson, takes visitors 650 feet below ground for tours through the mine. Kansas provides family-pleasing accommodations for meet-
ing attendees who aren’t traveling alone. The Great Wolf Lodge has an indoor waterpark, which offers many things to see and do for children and adults. Outdoor enthusiasts can take in the 6,800-mile American Discovery Trail that winds through the state from Overland Park to Coolidge. More than 2,000 miles of recreational trails are available to hikers and bicyclists.
Create memories that will last a lifetime in Kansas.
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Geary County CVB .....................................................68 Go Wichita ................................................................74 Hays CVB ..................................................................69
Hilton Garden Inn Manhattan Hotel & Conference Center ........................................72 Hilton Wichita Airport Executive Conference Center ......75 Holiday Inn, Wichita ..................................................75 Greater Hutchinson CVB .............................................69 Kansas City Kansas CVB .............................................70 Manhattan Kansas CVB ..............................................71 McPherson CVB .........................................................72 Salina Bicentennial Center ..........................................73 Visit Salina ................................................................73
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Previous page, bottom: Amelia Earhart Birthplace Museum, Atchison Previous page, bottom: Blue Heaven Studios, Salina (photo courtesy
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Previous page, bottom: Garden of Eden, Lucas Left: Monument Rocks, near Grove County Above: Kansas Cosmosphere and Space Center, Hutchinson Above: Cowboy cutouts, Dodge City
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f you haven’t held a meeting in South Dakota, what are you waiting for? Se- rene countryside, friendly atmospheres and rich history are all within reach when you visit the Mount Rushmore State. Encompassing numerous places of interest, your group can retreat to the breathtaking Black Hills or stay
east of the Missouri River, which offers an endless amount of venues and accommodations. Relive the state’s frontier history by going to Fort Sisse-
ton State Historical Park. Whether you need an idea for a teambuilding activity or just want to explore South Dakota, the park is an attraction you will remember. The Fort Sisse- ton State Historical Park is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and now serves as a scenic state park for those that visit.
Regardless of your location, the great outdoors are minutes
away from any destination. Take a path less traveled and dis- cover nature’s beauty or visit one of the 175 natural and man- made lakes and three major rivers that are in Southeast South Dakota. Venture over to the South Dakota Art Museum in Brook-
ings. Seven galleries feature exhibits that display works from artists such as, Harvey Dunn and Paul Goble. For those visiting the state with family, check out the
Gulches of Fun Amusement Park in western South Dakota. Located in Deadwood, the park has go-karts, bumper boats, mini-golf, the area’s largest arcade and more. Enjoy the many wonders in South Dakota.
Find them here…
Aberdeen CVB .....................................................102 Brookings Area C of C & CB .................................103 Cedar Shore/Bridges Conference Center ...............107 Deadwood C of C & CVB .............................104, 105 Mitchell CVB ........................................................106 Old Sanctuary .....................................................103 Ramada Convention Center ..................................102 Rapid City CVB ....................................................110 Sioux Falls CVB ............................................108, 109 Swiftel Center .......................................................103 Visit Spearfi sh ......................................................111 Watertown CVB ...................................................112 Yankton CVB ........................................................112
Previous page, top: Mount Rushmore, (Photo Credits: Chad Coppess/SD Tourism)
Previous page, bottom (left to right): Great Plains Zoo, Sioux Falls, (Photo Credit: Chad Coppess/SD Tourism); Redlin Art Center, Watertown, (Photo Credit: Chad Coppess/SD Tourism); River City Racin’, Chamberlain, (Photo Credit: Chad Coppess/SD Tourism); Prairie Berry Winery, Hill City, (Photo Credit: Prairie Berry Winery) Above: Storybookland, Aberdeen (Photo Credit: Chad Coppess/SD Tourism)
Left: McCrory Gardens, Brookings
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