|
| Social & Networking Events |
| Monday, September 14, 2009 |
| 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. |
Welcome to Texas Reception
Featuring entertainment by The Texas Parks and Wildlife All-Stars!
The name says it all! Billed as the world’s one and only all-DNR band, the All-Stars churn out danceable hits from Motown to ZZ Top, relying on the musical talents of TPWD employees. How good are they? "After 10 years together, we are one tight musical machine!" says band leader Ernie Gammage whose day gig is Director of the Urban Outdoor Programs branch in the Communications Division. Begun in 1998 to perform at the annual Texas Wildlife Expo volunteer BBQ, the band has had a revolving cast of players, many of whom have had careers as professional musicians. Virtually all aspects of the agency are represented on stage, from Wildlife to Inland Fisheries to State Parks. "If there’s another fish and wildlife band out there we’d love to know about it…and challenge them to a battle of the bands!" says Gammage.
Location: Branchwater Lounge & Patio/ Hyatt |
| 8:30 p.m. - 11:30 p.m. |
The Ollie Show!
All welcome to attend. Join Midwest Association Coordinator, Ollie Torgerson, for his very popular karaoke show.
Location: Hill Country Room/Hyatt |
| Tuesday, September 15, 2009 |
| 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. |
Pre-Banquet Reception with Exhibitors
Location: Texas IV & Foyer |
| 7:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m |
Annual Awards Banquet
Join us as we honor exemplary leaders in the fish and wildlife field for their longstanding commitment to conservation stewardship. Banquet ticket is included in your registration.
Location: Texas Ballroom |
| After the Banquet |
Young Guns AFWA Party
Young professionals – come as you are after the Awards Banquet and hang out with other young guns (aka future agency BIG GUNS) and Association staff attending the Annual Meeting at local Austin watering hole, the Iron Cactus. Cash bar with late night happy hour specials starting at 11 pm. Iron Cactus is located at 606 Trinity Street.
Location: Iron Cactus Mexican Grill |
| Wednesday, September 16, 2009 |
| 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. |
President’s Reception
Come toast Rex Amack, outgoing AFWA President, in this casual end-of-conference event.
Location: Foothills II |
