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ENCORE SYMPOSIUMS
BAR HARBOR/ACADIA NATIONAL PARK 2006
ANESTHESIA SYMPOSIUM
October 6-9, 2008
HARBORSIDE HOTEL AND MARINA
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Encore Symposiums, Inc. is pleased to provide information
on the following Bar Harbor Adventures that include a variety of R&R suitable
for the entire family. The venues selected have been highly recommended by the
community to offer the best experiences during your stay in the Bar Harbor area.
The Whale Watch Cruise and DownEast
Lobster Bake are planned group events by Encore. We are accepting reservations
and credit card payments for these events through the provided Google Checkout or by registration form with mail-in payment.
Pre-Conference
Adventure: Whale Watch Excursion
Sunday, October 5 from Noon - 4pm
Registration
Form Step aboard the Fastest, Largest, Most Luxurious
Jet Powered Whale Watching Catamaran, the Friendship V! The 112' long and 31'
wide vessel offers state-of-the-art amenities and the one-of-a-kind experience
you and your family are looking for. Equipped with the latest navigation and communications
equipment, and propelled by water jets, it is safe for the whales, environment.
Our group will be aboard with a professional naturalist and crew to maximize your
whale adventure. The vessel features three outside decks, two fully heated cabins,
cushioned seating, diner style tables, a well-stocked galley offering a wide variety
of hot and cold foods. All food is prepared fresh on board, and bar service is
available.
Encounters typically include: Finbacks, Humpbacks, and Minke Whales
and they have great luck at sighting the rare Right Whales and pilot whales, dolphins,
and basking sharks. In addition, Bald Eagles, Golden Eagles, and Peregrine Falcons
are known to nest here.
Recommended attire: Dress warmly; a sweater or jacket
and gloves will be welcome if you intend to spend time on any of the three outside
decks. You may wish to wear rubber-soled shoes and bring your sunscreen and sunglasses.
For more information and photos, you may wish to visit: http://www.barharborwhales.com Reservations:
Limited to 90 people. Submit your reservation form with payment to Encore
Symposiums or utilize our convenient Google Check out by September 6th
Whale
Watch Tour Video
Lighthouse
Tour Video
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Group Rates:
Per Adult: $48
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Per Youth Ages 6-14: $20
Per Child Ages 5 and
under: $8
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DownEast
Lobster Bake
DownEast Lobster Bake
Monday, October 6, (time pending)
Reservation Form
(pending)
House Made New England Clam Chowder
Plated Tossed Garden
Salad
Steamed Maine Clams
Whole 1 1/4 lb. Maine Lobster with drawn butter
Slow
Roasted Prime Rib (as alternative)
Fresh Corn on the Cob
Parsley Potatoes
Assorted
Dinner Rolls
Blueberry Pie or Strawberry Shortcake
Beverages (Cash Bar
available) Children's Dinner ages 12 and under is available: Chicken Fingers,
Fries and drink Reservations (Pending): Submit your reservation form with
payment to Encore Symposiums or utilize our convenient Google Check out by September
6th
Paste Paper Workshop
Wednesday, October 8
6:30pm
- 8pm
Collectable books often featured paste paper pages or end covers.
Today paste papers are used for art projects such as art cards, altered books
and handmade boxes. Each paper is one of a kind and you will make at least a dozen
papers! This class filled up very quickly during Bar Harbor's Legacy of the Arts
week. So, have an early dinner and join gallery owner Sherry Rasmussen in an evening
of art! (Note: there must be a minimum of three students to hold the class and
maximum of eight.) Reservations: Visit Alone
Moose Fine Crafts and click on Gallery Contact.
$15/per person, includes
supplies
RECOMMENDED ADVENTURES AT YOUR LEISURE NATURE
TOUR - Trip time: 2 hours
Nature
Tour
Daily: 10am & 1:15pm
Hop aboard The Acadian for a cruise in
the protected waters of Frenchman Bay. From the shear granite cliffs of Schooner
Head to the smooth rock beaches behind Ironbound Island, you'll see a rugged maritime
landscape etched by glaciers and battered by sea & wind. Yet, despite the
harsh environment, seals still haul out on the ledges of Flanders Bay to warm
up and raise their pups. Eagles still build nests along the shores of the Porcupine
Islands and porpoises still surface unexpectedly in the bay for a few breaths
of air. See magnificent summer homes, Egg Rock Lighthouse, and wonderful views
of Acadia National Park. Reservations: Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co. @ (207)
288-2386 or visit www.barharborwhales.com
Adults / $25, Youths (age 6-14) /
$15, Children (age 5 & under) / $5
Offshore
Lighthouse and Park Tour - Trip tour: 2 3/4 hours
Historic
Lighthouse Tour
Daily: 10:15 am & 2pm
Join us aboard the Bay King
III as we visit five offshore island lighthouses. Learn about Maine's legendary
lighthouses and the brave men and women who maintained them. Along the way you
will have an opportunity to see some of Acadia National Park's most scenic highlights.
This trip is fully narrated and offers ample time for the many excellent photo
opportunities. Reservations: Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co. @ (207) 288-2386
or visit www.barharborwhales.com
Adults / $35, Youths (age 6-14) / $18, Children
(age 5 & under) / $5
Lighthouse
and Park Tour Video Quicktime
Lighthouse
and Park Tour Video Windows Media Player  Day
Cruise to Canada: Nova Scotia aboard the CAT
The CAT is the most amazing
car ferry in North America! Carrying up to 900 passengers and 240 cars across
the Gulf of Maine at highway speeds.
Information: Bay Ferries @ 1.888.249.SAIL
or visit www.canadaferry.com
 All
Fired Up
Paint your own pottery! Make your own Mosaic! Its relaxing entertainment!?
Choose a piece of ready to paint pottery and fire up your imagination. Design
and paint to your heart's desire! Select a mosaic shape to decorate. Mirrors,
plaques, picture frames and more await your personal touch. The dreaded Christmas
shopping can end right here. Relax and create your own personal gifts for Christmas
right here in Bar Harbor, Maine! Create a keepsake that will be treasured for
years to come.
o Studio Fees include access to the studio and all it's supplies
for the day.
o Choose pottery projects ranging from approximately $2.00 - $65.00,
o Or, choose mosaic projects starting at $15.00 - $110.00.
o Shipping fee
charged if applicable.
o A glazed piece has a promise turn around time of 4
days. Reservations: Call (207) 288-3130 or visit www.acadiaallfiredup.com.
 Rock
Climbing in Acadia National Park
The sea cliffs of Acadia National Park
offer some of the most stunning rock climbing found anywhere in the U.S. - and
it's all just minutes away from downtown Bar Harbor. Regardless of your experience
level - whether you're a first-time climber or advanced - there's a course for
everyone. Choose from half-day (morning or afternoon) or full day courses to fit
your seminar schedule. All equipment is provided (climbing shoes, harness and
helmet).
Reservations: Call (207) 288-2521 or visit www.climbacadia.com
 Biking
in Acadia National Park
Acadia National Park and the surrounding Maine
communities offer a truly spectacular setting for the bicycling enthusiast or
professional alike. The Park has approximately 45 miles of suitable road surfaces
comprised of the famous Carriage Roads (financed and directed by John D. Rockefeller,
Jr., between 1913 and 1940) and portions of paved motor vehicle roadways. Carriage
Roads wind through the heart of the park and have crushed rock surfaces.
Bike
rentals: Acadia Bike & Canoe, 48 Cottage Street, Bar Harbor. (207) 288-9605
or Southwest Cycle, Main Street, Southwest Harbor. (207) 244-5856.
 Coastal
Kayaking Tours
The waters of Mount Desert Island are ideally suited to
travel and exploration by sea kayak. With miles of protected coastline and many
offshore islands, the paddling opportunities are endless. Explore the surf-laced
beaches and glacier-carved shoreline of coastal islands. Enjoy a close-up view
of porpoises, seals, shore birds, an occasional whale, and Acadia's varied plant
life.
Reservations: Coastal Kayaking Tours @ (800) 526-8615
or visit www.acadiafun.com.
 Atlantic
Brewing Co. Estate Brewery
The Atlantic Brewing Company invites you to
visit our Estate Brewery, located on Mount Desert Island, in the village of Town
Hill, a hamlet of Bar Harbor, Maine. They began brewing in 1991, on the eve of
the micro brewing revolution. They have steadily grown over the years by having
a strong commitment to tradition, quality and service. As a result, they have
become the number one beer of the Bar Harbor region.
You can take a
free tour of the brewhouse, taste the award winning ales, pick up some beer to
take home, and relax with a meal and a pint in their courtyard. This facility
is designed with the age-old beer gardens of Germany and England in mind, and
is a unique and enjoyable experience for young and old. Reservations:
Call (800) 475-5417 or visit www.atlanticbrewing.com
 Historic
Greens, Champion Golf Course
Meet the challenge of Kebo! Surrounded by
the mountains of Acadia National Park, Kebo Valley has been enticing golfers from
all over the world for more than 100 years. This picturesque course, just minutes
from downtown Bar Harbor, is meticulously groomed to recapture the original greens
plan and consistently ranks among America's best public golf courses. Rich in
tradition and endless in surprises, the Kebo course, once played never loses its
attraction.
Reservations: To schedule your own private lesson
or to reserve your own round of golf contact Kebo Valley Club directly at (207)
288-3000 or visit www.kebovalleyclub.com
 Bar
Harbor Weathervanes and Cupolas
This privately owned venue is located in
Trenton, Maine, not too far from Bar Harbor, and not to be missed! If you have
been looking for unique weathervanes or cupolas with superior workmanship and
beauty… This is a Must See and Do! See the ART of weathervane making at its
best! We encourage all our attendees to visit this wonderful New England Farm
House showroom featuring the finest!
Directions: Look for the
New England Farm House with the large three geese weathervane on the barn. They
are located on the left side of the road going to Acadia National Park. As you
are leaving the Bar Harbor area, they are located on the right. Information:
Call (800) 255-5025.
 Oceanarium
and Lobster Hatchery
This is the real thing ... these people and the lobster
fishermen in the area are actually raising little lobsters to release in local
waters - they have turned loose hundreds of thousands. You get a chance to see
the whole operation, plus they have the Maine Lobster Museum right there, too.
The Museum has games to play while you learn.
Reservations: Call
(207) 288-5005 or visit http://theoceanarium.com/oceankudos.html
 Tour
Acadia National Park with Range-Led Programs
Learn more about Acadia National
Park by joining a park ranger on a walk, campfire program, hike, boat cruise,
or one of the many other programs offered from mid-May to mid-October.
Some
programs require advanced reservations. See program descriptions for more information.
Most programs are free. A number of programs are wheelchair accessible; check
with park staff for accessibility.
Information: Pick up a copy of the park
newspaper, the Beaver Log, when you arrive in the park for a complete program
listing. Check out their website at www.nps.gov/acad/ranger.htm
ES WELCOME RECEPTION - Sunday October 5:
Come and enjoy the evening with your faculty and colleagues.
Heavy hors d'oeuvres, cash bar and entertainment! Bring your guest!
GALLERIES & MUSEUMS
Abbe Museum: Dedicated
to an appreciation and understanding of the Native Americans of Maine with a permanent
collection of more than 50,000 objects representing 10,000 years of culture. Alone
Moose Fine Crafts: Alone Moose Fine Crafts shows fine art and craft by leading
Maine artists. Award winning bronze and wood wildlife sculpture, decorative pottery,
gold and silver jewelry, wildlife and seascape paintings are featured at the island's
oldest Made in Maine gallery conveniently located on the West Street waterfront
near the Bar Harbor Club. Judy
Taylor Studio & Gallery: Judy Taylor studio and gallery, located in Southwest
Harbor, is a working studio and teaching atelier with works ranging from landscapes
and townscapes of coastal and interior Maine to more classical renderings in oil
of the figure and portrait. She was an Acadia National Park artist-in-residence
and her work is included in many private and corporate collections.
The
Oceanarium: Learn about the ocean, marshes, and their inhabitants. You'll
see lobsters and have their life cycle explained at the Lobster Hatchery and the
Lobster Museum. There is a Gift Shop for special items related to the Maine coast.
There are two locations - one in Bar Harbor and the other in Southwest Harbor,
both on Mount Desert Island, Maine. Sieur
de Monts Spring: The Sieur de Monts Spring plays a significant role in the
history of Acadia National Park. It got its name from an early 1600's Lieutenant
Governor of New France. This location, with its 1909 Springhouse built by the
original Park's Superintendent, George B. Dorr, has come to symbolize the enthusiasm
and contributions of Dorr and other early twentieth century citizens in the creation
and preservation of Acadia National Park. This location includes part of the Abbe
Museum, The Nature Center, and The Wild Gardens of Acadia. The
Wendall Gilley Museum: A major showcase for the bird carvings of one of the
3 world renown pioneers of the art form - Wendell Gilley. Located in Southwest
Harbor, Maine. (207) 244-7555 William
A. Bracken Gallery: Both a member of the American Watercolor Society and the
New England Watercolor Society, William A. Bracken's realistic paintings depict
the local surroundings.
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