Date |
Event |
Sunday, May 4, 2008
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Monday, May 5, 2008 |
Short Courses
Geared toward those who want to learn new innovative techniques in the field, courses include discussions regarding arctic oil spill response techniques, advanced oil spill response, basics of dispersant use, and weather forecasting for emergency response. Please note that you have to register for short courses separately; see our Short Courses web page.
Committee Meeting
Your Committee members will be here anyway. Why not use our complimentary space to host a meeting? Space is limited so please sign-up now by e-mailing us on iosc@courtesyassoc.com. |
Monday, May 5, 2008 |
IOSC Golf Tournament
Meet some of your colleagues, while working to improve your handicap! Voted one of the “Top 10 Places to Play Golf” by Golf & Travel and home to the PGA Tour's Champions Tour Liberty Mutual Legends of Golf from 2003 to 2006, you’ll be able to play at this world class golf course during the IOSC Golf Tournament; see our Golf Tournament web page.
Welcome Reception
Celebrate the official start of the conference and opening of the exhibition! Enjoy refreshments and get to know those with whom you’ll be spending the rest of the week and take a sneak peak at the exhibits. |
Tuesday, May 6, 2008
Wednesday, May 7, 2008
Thursday, May 8, 2008 |
Film Festival
Not only do you have great sessions to look forward to during the week, including guest speakers the likes of John Chatterton and Richie Kohler from the History Channel’s Deep Sea Detectives, but the annual Film Festival and Luncheon are our most popular events; see our Film Festival web page.
Our invited speaker for the Luncheon is Captain Heidemarie M. Stefanyshyn-Piper, NASA Astronaut and a member of the six-person Atlantis’ STS-115 crew. The Film Festival will feature short films submitted by agencies, organizations and individuals in the areas of oil spill related training, education and restoration as well as response and operations activities. |
Thursday, May 8, 2008 |
IOSC Gala - see our "Evening to Remember" Closing Gala web page
Join us for our first annual International Oil Spill Conference Gala in the Grand Ballroom of the Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa.
This is your chance to get to know your colleagues outside of the office arena. Enjoy our cocktail reception and then the three course meal. You also can’t miss Atlanta Rhythm & Groove, our evening entertainment. Performing everything from big band music to soul and R&B, Atlanta Rhythm & Groove will have you out of your seats and onto the dance floor.
Committee Meetings
And finally, if you didn’t arrive soon enough to meet before the Conference, why not meet now. After all, your Committee members are coming, aren’t they? If not, they should be! Space is limited so please sign-up now by e-mailing us on iosc@courtesyassoc.com. |
For a better look at what you can look forward to at this year’s IOSC, click here for our Advanced Program and Schedule.
All work and no play…
Savannah has plenty of activities to offer visitors. From kayaking, sailing and jet skiing, to walking tours of Savannah’s historical district and fantastic Southern cuisine, this is one city you’ll definitely want to explore.
Sites to See
Old Fort Jackson (www.chsgeorgia.org/jackson/)
1 Fort Jackson Road, Savannah
912-232-3945
Old Fort Jackson was named after the Georgia governor and Revolutionary War soldier James Jackson. Headquarters of the Confederate Savannah River defenses in the American Civil War, the fort is the oldest standing brick fortification in Georgia. Admission to the fort is $4.25 for adults and is open from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum (shipsofthesea.org/)
41 Martin L. King, Jr. Blvd., Savannah
912-232-1511
Housed in the former home of William Scarbrough, the president of the Savannah Steamship Company, the museum includes exhibits of ship models, and maritime antiques. Most of the artifacts are from the 18th and 19th centuries, when trade between England and America was at its peak.
Telfair Museum of Art (www.telfair.org/)
121 Barnard St., Savannah
912-232-1177
One of Savannah’s most popular attractions, the Telfair Museum houses art from American Impressionists Childe Hassam, Frederick Frieseke, and Gari Melchers, as well the largest visual art collection by Kahlil Gibran, Lebanese author of The Prophet. The museum also features 14 temporary exhibitions annually. Please check the Telfair Museum of Art website for upcoming exhibitions.
The Mighty Eighth Air Force Museum (www.mightyeighth.org/word/index.php)
175 Bourne Ave., Pooler
912-748-8888
Tours
Dolphin Magic Tours, LLC (www.dolphin-magic.com/)
River Street, Savannah
912-897-4990
Enjoy two tours in one. See Historic Savannah then visit the bottle nosed dolphins that inhabit the seas surrounding Tybee Island. Tour fees range from $10.85 to $22.64 per person.
Carriage Tours of Savannah (www.carriagetoursofsavannah.com/tours.html)
802 Wheaton St., Savannah
912-236-6756
Carriage Tours of Savannah offers several types tours including historic and ghost tours. Fees range from $10 to $85. Visit their website for more details.
* Please bear in mind that the above lists are not all inclusive. It is to give our attendees an idea of what to do and see while in Savannah. The IOSC does not affiliate itself with any of the companies listed.
Local Events
Even though you might be in Savannah for work…why not have some fun while you’re here. Don’t miss these local annual events. These events are hugely popular and locals look forward their return year after year*!
Savannah Scottish Games - Saturday, May 3 (www.savannahscottishgames.com/)
Celebrate and take a glimpse at Scottish culture by participating in this unique festival. Events include Highland dancing, whiskey tasting, a Scottish marketplace, and Scottish musical acts. Don’t forget the Scottish Heavy Athletics competitions and classes, featuring stone throwing, sheaf tossing, weight tossing, and caber turning.
*Please note that these events have yet to be finalized, and dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Visit the Savannah Convention & Visitor’s Bureau website at www.savcvb.com for updated information on where to go and what to see while in Savannah.
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