2016 NAEOP Conference Overview
July 13-16, 2016
St. Louis Union Station
1820 Market Street
St. Louis, MO 63103
314-621-5262
GENERAL INFORMATION
Airport: The Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) is located just 16 miles from the hotel.
Go! Best Express provides transportation to and from the airport to the St. Louis Union Station hotel
every twenty-five minutes for $21.00 per person one-way or $37.00 per person round trip with no
reservation. However, a special rate of $16 each way, per person has been negotiated on your behalf.
Reservations MUST be made online before 11:59 PM, July 6th, 2016, to receive the discounted rate.
Walk-ups will not be eligible for convention rate, standard rates will apply. Please to go to the website
https://gobestexpress.com/reservations?code=NAEOP2016 to make your reservation to reserve a seat.
Credit cards are required and charged at the time of reservation. The Metro-Link is conveniently located
on the south side of Union Station and offers guests direct service to and from the airport for $6.00
round trip. The Metro Downtown Trolley runs every 20 minutes and costs $2.00 for unlimited day use.
One-way fare at the time of this printing is $2. All of these fees are as of the time of this printing.
Information on schedules and maps can be found at www.stladventurepass.com. Taxis are also available
for transportation to and from the hotel and airport.
Amtrak: Amtrak offers an alternative form of transportation for those wishing to travel via train. St. Louis
does have an Amtrak Station (STL) just a few blocks away from Union Station.
Hotel: The St. Louis Union Station Hotel is a National Historic Landmark, AAA Four Diamond luxury
hotel featuring the “Headhouse” Grand Hall, with its sweeping archways, fresco and gold leaf
detailing, mosaics and art glass windows. One can imagine the incredible impression the room
created in 1894 on opening day. Today, the Grand Hall continues to awe visitors as the Union
Station Hotel's lobby and lounge area. The most impressive feature of the Grand Hall lobby area
is the "Allegorical Window," a hand-made stained glass window with hand-cut Tiffany glass
strategically positioned above the Station's main entryway. The window features three women
representing the main U.S. train stations during the 1890s -- New York, St. Louis and San
Francisco. The legendary Union Station Hotel is in the center of St. Louis and within walking distance to
Scottrade Center, Peabody Opera House, Metro-Link and within minutes from Busch Stadium,
Gateway Arch, Edward Jones Dome, America's Convention Center, and City Museum. The hotel offers
the Doubletree by Hilton cookie upon your arrival, luxurious amenities, outdoor
pool, oversized modern fitness center, Executive Level Headhouse-Superior rooms, Garden
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Courtyard views, and legendary suites. Choose from a range of mouthwatering cuisines and specialties
including Mobil’s 4-star rating winner Station Grille and casual dining at Einstein Bagels. The hotel is nestled in Union Station railway offering several restaurant options including Hardrock Café, Landry’s,
Fudgery, and food court options.
Parking: There are a few options for parking at the hotel. Valet parking through the hotel is offered
at the discounted rate of $12/day or self-parking for the discounted rate of $10/day.
Internet: Complimentary High Speed Internet access will be available in all NAEOP guest rooms.
HOTEL RESERVATIONS for the conference can be made by using the personalized group web page:
http://doubletree.hilton.com/en/dt/groups/personalized/S/STLUSDT-NAE20160710/index.jhtml?WT.mc_id=POG Guests can also make reservations by calling the hotel directly at
855-271-3620 and reference the Annual Conference and Institute by using booking code NAE when
you call. Room rates are $149.
HOTEL RESERVATION DEADLINE: June 10, 2016
Climate: Missouri summers are warm, normally in the low 90’s in July, often with high humidity. Be sure
to bring your sunscreen and drink plenty of water. Don’t forget to purchase your commemorative
blanket (order form in the NES or available on the NAEOP website) for those chilly meeting rooms.
Conference Week & Post-Conference Tours: All group tours offered during the week of conference are
arranged by Destination St. Louis, a DMC Network Company Partner. All purchases must be made
directly with the tour company. Tour descriptions can be found in this edition of the NES Connector and
on the NAEOP website.
Descriptions can also be found and reservations made at
www.destinationstlouis.com/register. Tours require a minimum number of people to run. The tour
reservation deadline is June 27, 2016, unless otherwise noted. * Tour prices reflect a 4% cash/check
discount. This discount is added back to all amounts paid by credit card.
Attire: Business attire is appropriate for all daytime sessions. PSP & Award recipients often wear formal
or semi-formal attire to the Awards Banquet; other attendees dress in like fashion or wear business
attire. All are acceptable. The Installation Banquet is a “dressy” evening and attendees normally wear
formal, semi-formal or Sunday dress.
CONFERENCE ACTIVITIES
First Timers’ Orientation & Continental Breakfast, Wednesday, July 13, 7:00-8:30 AM: If you are a first
time conference attendee, you are considered a “first-timer.” Check the box on the registration form to
indicate you are a first timer. You will want to attend this activity designed just for you. You will receive
a complimentary NAEOP tote bag from the registration desk! A special complimentary continental
breakfast will be available for you beginning at 7:00 AM on July 13th. Starting at 7:30 AM, you will meet
your mentor, be introduced to the NAEOP Board of Directors and get the low-down on the conference
itself. You really don’t want to miss this!
Opening Session/Flag Ceremony, Thursday, 7/14, 8 AM: The opening session features patriotic music, a
meaningful flag ceremony and a speaker you will all enjoy. PLEASE wear your state’s chosen attire for
this exciting event as we will also be doing the Roll Call of the States.
Briefings, Wednesday, July 13, 9:00 AM – 4:45 PM; Thursday, July 14, 10:30 AM - 4:45 PM; Friday, July
15, 7:30 AM – 11:00 AM: Briefings are mini-workshops presented on a wide variety of subjects. Inservice points may be earned toward your Professional Standards Program (PSP) certification. Be sure to
indicate your choices on the registration form. You will have the opportunity to attend several different
briefings during the conference.
NAEOP Choir: If you love to sing, or just love music, sign up to participate in the NAEOP choir. One
practice session is scheduled on Wednesday, July 13th from 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM and at least two
performances are given during the conference. There is no charge for this briefing and PSP points are not
available.
Institute: The NAEOP Institute will be held on Tuesday, July 12th and Wednesday, July 13th. These
sessions are more in depth than the briefings and are held from 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM each day. The
Institute fee is $75.00 and the Education Credit fee is $90 per day. Both fees are required and
participants will receive 7.5 clock hours of education credit per full day toward PSP. Lunch is included
with your full-day institute registration.
Speaker’s Bureau: Sharpen your presentation skills in 2 days of specialized training and a Practice Session.
Your mini-presentation will be evaluated by judges and your inclusion in the Speakers Bureau will be considered. Members seeking inclusion in the Bureau will be given the opportunity to train, practice, and be
evaluated during the 2016 NAEOP Institute. Participants must attend both days of training. The Speaker’s
Bureau fee will be $180 plus the Institute fee of $75 for a total of $255, and includes lunch for both days. A
minimum enrollment will be required for the Speaker’s Bureau to be held.
Advisory Council: Advisory Council is Friday, July 15 from 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM and is open to all
attendees. However, only delegates are permitted to take part in the discussions and voting. Observers
are encouraged to attend and enjoy the process of presentation, discussion, and voting on agenda items
submitted by local and state affiliates. All Advisory Council Delegates should attend the 7:30 AM
Delegate meeting for information and instructions for the new voting process being implemented this
year. Delegate registration is done at the time you pick up your conference registration packet.
REMINDER – May 1 is the postmark deadline for Affiliate renewal. The deadline for Advisory Council
items is May 15. The Advisory Council packets are emailed to Affiliate Presidents each year.
Exhibits/Special Projects: Be sure to visit the exhibits to purchase your tickets for the state baskets, as
well as items on the retiree table. Outside exhibitors will be available as well as the NAEOP Membership
and Foundation tables. The exhibits will be open from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM Wednesday, and Thursday;
and from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on Friday. Winners of state baskets and other special offers will be
announced immediately following the second general session in Grand A/B on Friday, July 15th at
approximately 3:30 PM.
MEAL FUNCTIONS
Meal functions are available to all attendees. Please indicate your selection for each meal on
your registration form. If you fail to mark your choice on the form, you will be given selection “A”.
RESERVED SEATING for the Awards Banquet and the Installation Banquet will be limited to those
groups appropriate to the event. Award and PSP recipients will NOT be seated with each other – they
will be free to sit with family/friends.
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NAREOP (Retirees) Lunch and Annual Meeting/Installation, Thursday, July 14, 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM, is a
special time for the NAREOP group to meet, discuss their business and install their officers for 2016-17. A
light lunch will be served. The menu is ½ grilled chicken wrap with a house salad, water or tea and
includes dessert.
A Gluten Free variation can be prepared, if needed. Just note “Gluten Free” on your registration
form with your meal selection. A Gluten Free dessert will be ordered for anyone ordering a
Gluten Free meal.
Awards Banquet, Thursday, July 14, 7 – 10 PM: Recipients of the Professional Standards Program (PSP)
certificates will be honored at this banquet, as well as the Administrator of the Year and Educational
Office Professional of the Year. The Louise Henderson Nelson Awards, Website Awards, and the Rachel
Maynard Communication Awards will also be presented. Participation in the banquet meal is not
necessary. Special seating will be available at no charge for attendees choosing to join the banquet at 8
PM for the presentation of awards.
Meal selections are:
Menu A – Ashley Farms Airline Chicken with Pancetta Jus
Menu B – Grilled Sirloin with Merlot Demi Glace
Each selection will be served with salad, potato, vegetable, water or tea and includes dessert.
A Gluten Free variation of either dinner can be prepared, if needed. Just note “Gluten Free” on
your registration form with your meal selection. A Gluten Free dessert will be ordered for
anyone ordering a Gluten Free meal.
Area Luncheons & Meetings, Friday, July 15, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM: Join members from your
geographical area for a business meeting and lunch hosted by your Area Director. Business attire is
appropriate.
Meal to be served:
Cheese Tortellini, Tomato Pesto Sauce, Ricotta Silata Cheese, Grilled Chicken Breast, Toasted Pine Nuts;
served with salad, water or tea, and includes dessert.
A Gluten Free variation can be prepared, if needed. Just note “Gluten Free” on your registration
form with your meal selection. A Gluten Free dessert will be ordered for anyone ordering a
Gluten Free meal.
Council Brunches, Saturday, July 16, 10:30 AM – Noon: The NAEOP Council Chairmen will host these
buffet brunches. This is an opportunity to network with office professionals who work in similar
educational settings, e.g., elementary, middle school/junior high, high school/career and technical
education, administration, higher education and education partners. The brunch buffet menu is
individual yogurt parfait with dried fruits & nuts, fluffy scrambled eggs, crisp hash brown potato, grilled
ham steak, crisp bacon, house salad with dressing, chef selection of fresh vegetable, selection of muffins
& croissants, selection of chilled juices, coffee, tea and soy milk.
Installation Banquet, Saturday, July 16, 7 - 9:30 PM: We will be installing our 2016-2017 NAEOP Board
of Directors at this banquet. Meal selections for this special evening are:
Menu A –Boursin Stuffed Ashley Farms Airline Chicken
Menu B - Hickory Spiced 12 oz. Rib Eye Steak
Each selection will be served with salad, potato, vegetable, coffee or tea and includes dessert.
A Gluten Free variation of either dinner can be prepared, if needed. Just note “Gluten Free” on
your registration form with your meal selection. A Gluten Free dessert will be ordered for
anyone ordering a Gluten Free meal.
Tours
We welcome you to St. Louis! We truly hope you will take advantage of the tours being offered. All
tours are organized by Destination St. Louis, a DMC Network Company Partner. Reservations must be
made at www.destinationstlouis.com/register. Tours require a minimum number of people to run. The
tour reservation deadline is June 27, 2016, unless otherwise noted.
Tour
Day of Week
Date
Time__
Sights of St. Louis Tour
Monday
July 11, 2016 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Your Destination St. Louis certified tour guide traces the history of St. Louis beginning with the
city’s original settlement, Laclede’s Landing. It is now a nine-block historic district filled with renovated
turn-of-the-century buildings housing shops, eateries and offices. Visit the famous Gateway Arch, the
Nation’s tallest monument, which commemorates the gateway to the west for thousands of 19th century pioneers. Take a tram ride to the top of this 630’ stainless steel architectural wonder and get a unique
bird’s-eye view of St. Louis. Those not wanting to ride the tram may enjoy Monument to the Dream, the
film documenting the construction of the Arch.
Enjoy a view of the Old Cathedral, the oldest cathedral west of the Mississippi. Across the street
is the Old Courthouse, the setting for cases involving slavery, the fur trade and equal rights. Of these
cases, the Dred Scott Freedom Trial is the most notable. You will pass Busch Stadium, home of the 2011
World Champion St. Louis Cardinals. Continuing west on Market Street, you will pass several of St. Louis’
civic buildings and plazas, as well as Citygarden, a unique urban oasis blending art, architecture and
landscape, and St. Louis Union Station, once the busiest rail terminal in the world. Today, Union Station
has undergone a magnificent renovation and is home to a luxury hotel and restaurants.
Your Destination St. Louis certified tour guide will familiarize you with the rich history of the
colorful Busch family en route to the King of Beers – the Anheuser-Busch Brewery. Situated in a 100-acre
complex with over 70 red brick structures, the Brewery buildings are known for their unique architecture
and several are National Historic Landmarks. During the 45-minute walking tour you will see the World
Famous Clydesdales, the Beechwood Lagering Cellar, and the Brew House. No visit would be complete
without sampling the family of Anheuser-Busch products during the tour!
Cost includes transportation, Destination St. Louis certified tour guide, tram ride at Gateway
Arch, and tour of Anheuser-Busch Brewery. This tour is priced at $65 per person.
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Walking notes: Walking is required to get to the Gateway Arch (approximately a 1/2 city block across the
Arch grounds). The Gateway Arch has approximately 96 steps total in the Journey to the Top tram ride
experience. You must take a flight of stairs down to the tram, ride the tram, and then complete about 20
stairs to the top. The tour of Anheuser-Busch Brewery is a walking tour lasting approximately 45 minutes.
A Little Taste of St. Louis
Monday
July 11, 2016
4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Tonight you will explore the original tastes of St. Louis, during a driving overview of some of our
most historic neighborhoods that feature delectable delights.
Begin with a tour of “The Loop”, a historic district on the National Register of Historic Places.
The Loop is a six-block area complete with restaurants, shopping, art and entertainment and is named
after the old streetcar turn-around that was once a part of the Delmar line. A taste of a Loop staple,
Fitz’s Root Beer is included. Enjoy an overview of The Hill neighborhood, a charming Italian community
with personality and history. Views include St. Ambrose Church, authentic bocce alleys and other surprises. Revel in a taste of St. Louis favorite toasted ravioli during your tour.
While in route to your next neighborhood of exploration, enjoy a savory sweet treat from Ted
Drewes Frozen Custard, a St. Louis tradition since 1929. Enjoy a specialty “concrete” shake that is so
thick you can turn it upside down. Next, a tour through the Soulard neighborhood which boasts the oldest farmer’s market west of the Mississippi, home to Anheuser-Busch Brewery and the local favorite
Gus’ pretzels.
While touring, enjoy a taste of an oven baked pretzel to snack on. Moving on to Lafayette Park,
founded in 1836, it is St. Louis’ oldest public park and is located in the historic Lafayette Square neighborhood. Many of the homes date to the 1870s and have been painstakingly renovated. A taste of St.
Louis’ Gooey Butter cake is included during this portion of the tour.
This tour includes transportation, Destination St. Louis certified tour guide, Fitz’s Root Beer,
Toasted Ravioli, Ted Drewes Frozen Custard, Pretzels, and Gooey Butter Cake. This tour is priced at $58
per person.
Beautiful Blooms & Historic Homes
Tuesday
July 12, 2016 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Beginning with the oldest botanical garden in the country and a National Historic Landmark, the
Missouri Botanical Garden has been internationally recognized for horticulture, education and scientific
research since its founding in 1859. It is truly a St. Louis treasure!
A guided private tram tour will wind its way through the 79 acres of flora from a variety of diverse climates. Visit the Climatron, the first geodesic dome greenhouse based on Buckminster Fuller’s
futuristic design. Included is a visit to the 14-acre Japanese Garden, considered one of the finest outside
Japan. There will also be time to explore your favorite areas on your own. Enjoy a lunch on own at Sassafras Café.
Next, you will explore the real character of St. Louis through three of its most historic neighborhoods. The first neighborhood, Compton Heights, was developed in the late nineteenth century by the
newly wealthy German beer barons. Lafayette Square features renovated Victorian mansions and row
houses which surround Lafayette Park, the oldest public park west of the Mississippi River. Soulard is a
delightful, old working-class neighborhood, which boasts the oldest continuous farmer’s market west of
the Mississippi River. You will also see the 100-acre Anheuser-Busch Brewery Complex with over 70 red
brick buildings, several of which are listed on the National Historic Registry.
Cost includes transportation, Destination St. Louis certified tour guide, and admission to the
Missouri Botanical Garden with guided private tram tour. This tour is priced at $56 per person.
Walking notes: Guests will enjoy a private tram ride at the Missouri Botanical Garden and can
then choose whether or not to explore the rest of the 79-acre Garden on foot.
Anheuser-Busch Brewery Event
Tuesday
July 12, 2016
6:15 p.m. to 9:15 p.m.
Tonight you will enjoy a buffet dinner in a reserved section of the Biergarten. The AnheuserBusch Brewery is situated in a 100-acre complex with over 70 red brick structures, the Brewery buildings
are known for their unique architecture and several are National Historic Landmarks.
During the private after-hours tour you will see the World Famous Clydesdales, the Beechwood Lagering
Cellar, and the Brew House. No visit would be complete without sampling the family of Anheuser-Busch
products during the tour! Cash bar will also be available.
Cost includes transportation, Destination St. Louis coordinator and dispatcher, private afterhours tour of the Anheuser-Busch Brewery, and buffet dinner. This tour is priced at $90 per person.
Slots & Shops in St. Charles Tour
Wednesday
July 13, 2016
9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Visit St. Charles, the oldest town on the Missouri River. Founded as Les Petites Cotes (The Little
Hills) by French Canadians, St. Charles has carefully preserved its heritage as a river town that has been
welcoming visitors since 1769. Thousands of pioneers replenished supplies here on the awesome journey west.
St. Charles is a source of multiple historical encounters: the Lewis and Clark Rendezvous, Missouri’s First State Capitol and the origin of the Boone’s Lick Trail. Enjoy a driving tour of Main Street; a
nine-block historic district filled with 80 restored buildings dating from 1790 to 1900. This cobblestone
street is known for its array of gift, antique and craft shops.
You may visit Missouri’s First State Capitol or the Lewis & Clark Nature Center on your own. The
Capitol has been completely restored and furnished as it appeared during the period of 1821-1826 when
the Missouri State Legislature met in St. Charles. The lower level of the Nature Center houses replicas of
the three boats of the Lewis & Clark Discovery Expedition. Upstairs, the Nature Center is a “hands-on”
museum following the adventures of Lewis and Clark into the wilderness of the West. Enjoy various displays of Native American tribes, the men of the expedition with their equipment and artifacts and a walk
through the forest as it was during Lewis and Clark’s expedition.
The gamblers in the group may try their luck at the Ameristar Casino, which offers 45,000 square
feet of Las Vegas-style gaming on two dockside levels including 3,300 slot machines and 95 gaming tables. Your Destination St. Louis certified tour guide will provide you with a pick-up location and time for
departure back to downtown St. Louis.
Cost includes transportation and Destination St. Louis certified tour guide. This tour is priced at
$44 per person.
Admission cost for on own activities in St. Charles (prices as of time of this printing):
First Missouri State Capital State Historic Site Tour - $4.50 per person
Lewis & Clark Boat House and Nature Center - $5.00 per person
Shop Til’ You Drop! – Resale to Retail Wednesday
July 13, 2016 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
The first stop is The Vault by WCE, which is run by the Women's Closet Exchange, the popular
upscale resale store profiled in Resale Royalty. The Vault by WCE features an impressive selection of
handbags, jewelry, purses, shoes, and clothing by designers such as Chanel, Prada, Louis Vuitton, Kate
Spade, Tory Burch, and more.
At the St. Louis Galleria, you’re sure to find something to take home with you from Nordstrom,
Dillard’s, Macy’s, Anne Taylor, Brooks Brothers, Banana Republic, Eddie Bauer, The Apple Store, Microsoft and countless others. Across the street, you can visit The Boulevard which features Soft Surroundings, Loft, Crate & Barrel, as well as some dining options.
Cost includes transportation and Destination St. Louis escort. This tour is priced at $35 per person. Tour Note: The Vault closes at 7:00 p.m. while the remainders of shopping attractions are open until
9:00 p.m.
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Forest Park – “Meet Me in St. Louis” Thursday
July 14, 2016 12:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
“Meet Me in St. Louis” at Forest Park - the site of the 1904 World’s Fair and one of the largest
city parks in the United States. Today, Forest Park is home to the world-renowned Saint Louis Zoo, the
Saint Louis Art Museum, the Missouri History Museum, the Saint Louis Science Center and the Muny,
the largest outdoor theater in the country, among other attractions.
Enjoy a visit to the Missouri History Museum at the Jefferson Memorial. Here you can explore
the history of St. Louis from 1764 to the present, including the Lewis & Clark Expedition and the early
days of aviation with Charles Lindbergh’s historic transatlantic flight. Additional exhibits that will be
open during July 2016 include: Little Black Dress: From Mourning to Night and Route 66: Main Street
through St. Louis.
Next, explore the 90-acre Saint Louis Zoo. Begin at The Living World, an interactive visitor and
education center. Then visit the more than 3,500 residents living in recreations of their natural habitats.
Visit the Saint Louis Art Museum where there is something for everyone from modern art to the
Renaissance. Considered one of the top ten art museums in the country, there truly is something exciting around every turn. Finally, at the St. Louis Science Center adults and children alike learn of the wonders of science and technology through hands-on exhibits. While at the Science Center, you will have a
chance to explore three floors of exhibits on your own.
The motorcoach will shuttle between each attraction and tour guides will provide passengers a
shuttle schedule. Although the shuttle will run between all four attractions, it is recommended guests
select two attractions to visit in order to make the most of their experience.
Price includes transportation and Destination St. Louis certified tour guide. This tour is priced at
$40 per person.
St. Louis Baseball Tour
Thursday
July 14, 2016
2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Your first stop is a tour of Busch Stadium, home to the 2011 World Series Champions, the St.
Louis Cardinals. With seating for more than 40,000 fans, this field of dreams is like no other. The design
of the ballpark takes into account the beautiful skyline of downtown St. Louis, and the colorful history of
the Cardinals. From the classic arched openings echoing the nearby Cupples Station warehouses, to the
rich warm colors of the Wainwright building, this ballpark is inspired by the traditions that St. Louisans
love. The creative use of old and new materials, from brick and concrete to exposed steel and glass, creates an architectural statement that stands on its own. With its modern sensibility, the stadium is appropriate for the 21st century. Enjoy a 60-minute walking tour of the home of St. Louis Cardinals.
Next, explore the Cardinals Hall of Fame and Museum inside Cardinals Nation across from Busch
Stadium. Few franchises have the acclaim and heritage of the St. Louis Cardinals, and that history lives
here, in the new Cardinals Museum. Featuring stadiums, players and championship moments, the Cardinals Museum boasts one of the largest team-specific collections of artifacts and memorabilia in the
world. The Museum's seven galleries take you on a chronological journey through the rich history of the
Cardinals, allowing you to learn about the birth of the franchise, relive special memories and interact
with great exhibits.
Cost includes transportation, Destination St. Louis certified tour guide, tour of Busch Stadium,
and admission to the Cardinals Hall of Fame and Museum. This tour is priced at $59 per person.
St. Louis Cardinals Baseball Game
Friday July 15, 2016 6:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. (tentative)
Enjoy watching the 2011 World Series Champion St. Louis Cardinals as they take on the Miami
Marlins with your NAEOP group of friends. Transportation will leave the hotel at 6:30 p.m. to make the
game time of 7:15 p.m. The motorcoach will return you to the hotel following the conclusion of the ballgame (approximately 11:00 p.m.).
Cost includes transportation and admission to the ballgame. This event is not yet priced as the
2016 ticket prices have not yet been set. *2016 Ticket pricing will be released in January 2016. This tour
will be cancelled if the minimum number of guests is not met by Monday, May 30, 2016. Payments will
be refunded by mail if the tour is cancelled.
Branson Day Trip Tour
Sunday
July 17, 2016 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.
Our day starts with leaving St. Louis and heading to the famous Lambert’s Café, home to the
“throwed rolls”. First time visitors are amazed by the portions served for each order, as well as being
thrown their dinner roll. Lambert’s estimates throwing 200 dozen rolls during the week and 300 dozen
on weekends. Enjoy lunch on your own, Lambert’s does not accept reservations or credit cards but welcomes cash or checks.
Next, visit Branson Landing, a dining and entertainment destination with shops to meet every
desire. Enjoy time on own to explore this area. Branson Landing features a scenic boardwalk along the
1.5-mile Taneycomo Lakefront. At the heart of the Landing is a vibrant town square terracing down to
the $7.5 million spectacular water attraction that features the first-ever merging of water, fire, light and
music. You will be amazed by the dazzling interplay of water Fountains shooting 120-foot geysers and
fire cannons blasting, all choreographed to light and music.
You’ve never had dinner like this before! Dixie Stampede is an extraordinary dinner show with
thirty-two magnificent horses and a cast of top-notch riders. They will thrill you with daring feats of trick
riding and competition, pitting North against South in a friendly and fun rivalry. You will enjoy a barrel
full of music, dancing, special effects and family friendly comedy along the way. Celebrate as the North
and South join together in a patriotic salute of Red, White and Blue featuring Color Me America, written
and recorded by Dolly herself. The Patriotic Grand Finale soars with flying Doves of Peace, luminous costumes and fireworks, reminding you of the pride and spirit of America.
Price includes Destination St. Louis certified tour guide, Dixie Stampede Live Dinner Show, and
round-trip transportation. This tour requires a minimum of 40 participants to make. This tour has not
yet been priced. *2016 Show Ticket pricing will be released in January 2016. This tour will be cancelled
if the minimum number of guests is not met by Monday, May 30, 2016. Payments will be refunded by
mail if the tour is cancelled.
Tentative Schedule:
8:00 a.m. – Depart St. Louis Union Station Hotel
11:30 a.m. – Arrive at Lambert’s Café, Ozark location for lunch
1:30 p.m. – Depart lunch for Branson Landing
2:15 p.m. – Arrive Branson Landing
2:15 p.m. – Time on own to explore Branson Landing
4:15 p.m. – Depart Landing for Dolly Parton’s Dixie Stampede Dinner Show
4:30 p.m. – Arrive at Dixie Stampede
4:40 p.m. – Pre-show
5:30 p.m. – Live 4-Course Dinner Show
7:00 p.m. – Show ends
7:30 p.m. – Depart show for St. Louis
11:30 p.m. – Arrive back at St. Louis Union Station Hotel
Please note: Lambert’s does not accept reservations. Tour time and activities may be affected due to
wait time at Lambert’s. Another restaurant in Branson may be substituted.
Participants may choose to remain in Branson on their own following the Dixie Stampede Live Dinner
Show. All arrangements in Branson would be on your own. Flight arrangements would be possible out of
the Branson Airport (www.flybranson.com).
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2016 Conference Blanket: This Travel Blanket is royal blue and has a custom imprinted carry bag with the
2016 NAEOP Conference logo. It is great for travel or for staying warm in those chilly conference meeting
rooms. The 47" x 60" blanket is made from 100% polyester, folds up and fits conveniently in the
coordinating imprinted bag with mesh pocket and carry handle. Cost per blanket is $20 plus $6 shipping.
To order, send your name, shipping address, phone number, and check or money order payable to
NAEOP; and mail to NAEOP, 1841 South Eisenhower Court, Wichita, KS 67209.