Missouri Pilots Association
Missouri Pilots Association
United States Pilots Association
COMBINED ANNUAL MEETING, BRANSON, MO - MAY 15 - 18, 2008
Live music is still the major attraction in Branson, the entertainment capital of America’s Heartland,
but if you haven’t been to Branson for a while, you will be surprised to see the many new developments. Come experience
for yourself the warm, genuine Ozark Mountain hospitality that has made Branson and the surrounding area one of
the great tourist destinations in America.
Considering the wide range of world-class live entertainment, award-winning theme parks, abundant shopping in more than 400 retail shops and outlet stores, 445 restaurants, unique museums and exhibits and many one-of-a-kind facilities and attractions, Branson offers us plenty of options when our meetings are not in session. Blend these unique man-made characteristics with those crafted by Mother Nature - three pristine lakes (with a thousand miles of shoreline) for fishing and boating, surrounded by wooded foothills providing a perfect setting for more than 200 holes of championship golf and you have something for everyone.
Branson Landing offers 95 acres of exciting shopping, dining, condominiums, an active marina and a new town square. There are 100 restaurants and shops in this $450 million dollar Landing and a town square large enough to accommodate 5,000 guests for festivals and music events. The square features a $7.5 million spectacular attraction that synchronizes water, light, sound and fire, created by Wet Design, the producers of world class shows for Downtown Disney Marketplace in Orlando, Universal City Walk in California and the Bellagio in Las Vegas. The Landing also features a scenic boardwalk along the 1.5 mile Taneycomo lakefront.
Friday afternoon has been set aside for attendees to visit this new development in Branson. We will have a lunch cruise aboard the Lake Queen followed by free time to enjoy the many shops and activities at the Landing. It would take a book to describe all the shows (over 100) and other activities in Branson, so we have left open Friday evening for you to pick the one of your choice. We will have some suggestions in the hospitality room. Plan now to be with us in a great location with pilot friends
The Saturday Awards Luncheon will feature Mickey Gilley as the speaker. He is an active General Aviation pilot who regularly flies between his home in Texas and Branson. Saturday evening we have plans to attend his star studded show which is conveniently located next door to our hotel.
Hotel: Lodge of the Ozarks, 3431 W. Highway 76, Branson, MO 65616. For additional information check out their website at www.lodgeoftheozarks.com The rate is $75 plus tax which applies two days before and two days after our event and includes a complimentary continental breakfast. Call 1-800-213-2584 or 417-334-7535 for reservations. To obtain our special rate, you must tell them that you are with the United States Pilots Association. The cut-off date is April 15, 2008, so reserve your room now. The hotel can't guarantee the availability or the special rate if reservations are not made by then. There will be a hospitality suite in the hotel.
Airport and FBO: M. Graham Clark - Taney County (PLK) is the airport of arrival. Runway is 11-29 (3739x100). VOR/ DME RNAV or GPS29 approaches are available. CTAF is 122.7. Host FBO is Taney County Airport which is open daily from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. They have offered us a locally competitive price on fuel and free tie-down. Phone is 417-332-1848 or fax 417-332-1850. If you are arriving commercial, Springfield - Branson Regional Airport (SGF) or Boone County Regional Airport, Harrison, AR (HRO) is your destination.
Transportation: Ground transportation will be provided between the M. Graham Clark - Taney County Airport and the hotel and between the hotel and scheduled activities. If you want a rental car to visit the many attractions in the area, Avis rental cars are available at the airport. Rates are: compact $25, mid-size $30 and full size $35. Call 417-334-4945 and identify yourself as attending the USPA/MPA meeting to have a car ready for you at the airport.
Schedule of Activities:
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Thursday |
May 15, 2008 |
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| 3:00 p.m. - Midnight | Hospitality Room | Room 354-355 |
| 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m |
Safety Seminar featuring Fred Harms, Missouri FAAST team Program Manager and Pam Anderson of COU FSS |
M. Graham Clark Airport |
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Friday |
May 16, 2008 |
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| 8:00 a.m. - Midnight | Hospitality Room | Room 354-355 |
| 7:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. | Continental breakfast for hotel guests | Rafters Restaurant |
| 9:00 a.m. - Noon |
USPA Annual Meeting and Board Meeting |
Ozark Room |
| 1:30 p.m. | Board Lake Queen for lunch and cruise - Departs at 2:00 p.m. | Branson Landing |
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Remainder of day |
Tour Branson Landing, dinner, shows, etc. |
On your own |
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Saturday |
May 17, 2008 |
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| 8:00 a.m.- Midnight | Hospitality Room | Room 354-355 |
| 7:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. | Continental breakfast for hotel guests | Rafters Restaurant |
| 9:00 a.m. - Noon | MPA Annual Meeting and Board Meeting | Ozark Room |
| Noon - 2:00 p.m | MPA/USPA Awards luncheon featuring Mickey Gilley as speaker | The Club |
| Afternoon | Shopping, shows, etc | On your own |
| 6:00 p.m | Dinner on your own | Gilley's Texas Café next door is suggested |
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8:00 p.m. |
Mickey Gilley Show |
Mickey Gilley Theater |
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Sunday |
May 18, 2008 |
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7:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. |
Continental breakfast for hotel guests |
Rafters Restaurant |
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Depart at your leisure or stay and enjoy more of the Branson area. |
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