North American Farmers' Direct Marketing Convention
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Here are some frequently asked questions about the NAFDMA Convention in Alberta. Click on a question to see the answer. Or click here, to see the complete list of questions and answers. If you have a question that isn't answered here, send us a message using our Contact Us form.
- I am attending the Convention, what do I need to know?
- I am going on a bus tour, what do I need to know?
- Will NAFDMA membership cover more than one person from my farm so we can both attend a bus tour and workshop?
- I'm driving to the convention. What's the best way to get to Calgary?
- What time do the buses load on Monday morning for the Pre-Conference Bus Tour? What if I can't get there on time?
- I'm going on the pre-conference bus tour. Which nights do I need to make my own hotel reservations and where?
- Is there still room on any of the Pre-Conference Bus Tours?
- What's the weather in Alberta? What do I wear?
- I'm not sure what workshop I want to go to; can I change it when I get there?
- How do I know if I'm registered for the convention?
- How do I get a written receipt for my convention registration?
- What meals are included with registration?
- What do I do with all my luggage during the bus tour?
- Do I need to book my own hotel room for the convention?
- Do I have to be a member of NAFDMA to go to the conference?
- What is the rate if I bring my 15-year-old child to the conference?
- Can I get the proceedings without coming to the conference?
- Is the conference going to be recorded?
- I am driving in and would like to know where I can park and what it costs.
- If I bring my young children, is there day care available?
- Why do I have to buy a membership to go on the tour but not attend the conference?
- Why does your convention cost more than my regional conference?
- Can I register and pay for the conference when I get to the door?
- Do I need a passport to enter Canada from the United States?
- I want to only visit the trade show, what is the cost?
I am attending the Convention, what do I need to know?
Click here for a copy of your general confirmation information.
I am going on a bus tour, what do I need to know?
Click here for a copy of your Bus Tour confirmation information.
Will NAFDMA membership cover more than one person from my farm so we can both attend a bus tour and workshop?
Yes! Membership is for your farm or business. After your membership fee is paid, as many folks as you would like from your farm or business can attend our convention at the membership rates, and particpate in the members-only events.
I'm driving to the convention.
What's the best way to get to Calgary?
Please visit our Travel
Page for lots of helpful information to help you navigate your way to the
Hyatt Regency Calgary.
What time do the buses load on
Monday morning for the Pre-Conference Bus Tour? What if I can't get there on
time?
Because we are
running three different bus tours, which will be going in three different
directions, we are not able to accommodate anyone late to the bus loading.
Please make your travel plans accordingly.
I'm going on the pre-conference
bus tour. Which nights do I need to make my own hotel reservations and where?
You will need to book your own rooms in Calgary for
Sunday and Tuesday night. This year, MONDAY night is included with
your tour
registration. We have special room rates of $129CAN per night at the
Hyatt Regency. The tour ends on Wednesday in Calgary, so if you're
staying
overnight on Wednesday and beyond, you'll need to make your hotel
reservations
at the Hyatt.
Is there still room on any of the
Pre-Conference Bus Tours?
Maybe not. This year, we are offering three different
bus tours from which you can choose. The number of buses per tour is limited. Seats will be filled on a first-paid, first-served basis.
We strongly recommend that you register early for the tour of your choice.
Pre-registration begins Nov. 1. See our bus tour page for more information.
What's the weather in Alberta? What do I wear?
Wear layers – The one thing we cannot guarantee is snow. Dress in LAYERS because February is chinook month and the temperature can fluctuate 10° to 15° C in a few hours. A chinook is a warm, dry wind that comes over the Rocky Mountains from the west. The temperature in the foothills can range from -11° C (12° F) to 0° C (32° F). Check the current weather.
I'm not sure what workshop I want
to go to; can I change it when I get there?
Due to the growing popularity of our workshops - No! You must pre-register for all workshops. There will be no on-site workshop registration. Take
the time to review the workshop descriptions to help you
make your decision.
How do I know if I'm registered
for the convention?
If you pre-register for the conference by Jan. 6, you will
be sent a confirmation letter. If you pay by check, your cancelled check is
your receipt. If you pay online by credit card, your receipt is printed
immediately upon registration.
How do I get a written receipt for
my convention registration?
If you have registered on-line, remember to print your
confirmation page as your receipt. If you paid by check, visit the registration
desk during the conference to request a receipt.
What meals are included with
registration?
Bus Tours: Breakfast and lunch on Monday,
Tuesday and Wednesday and dinner on Monday.
Workshops (Thursday): Lunch.
Conference: Breakfast and lunch on Friday and Saturday.
What do I do with all my luggage during the bus tour?
Because
we will be staying in Lethbridge on Monday night, you have two options.
You can take all of your luggage with you to Lethbridge, or you can
leave it with the hotel bellman. We will be returning to the Hyatt
Regency Calgary on Tuesday evening.
Do I need to book my own hotel room for the convention?
Yes, you are responsible for your own lodging during
the entire convention. Be sure to book your room by Jan. 15 to get the
convention rate. Bookings after that date will be at the hotel's standard rate.
We cannot change that for you.
Do I have to be a member of NAFDMA to go to the conference?
No. However, NAFDMA members receive a discounted rate to
attend the conference. Be sure to include your 2007 membership application and fee along with your convention
registration.
What is the rate if I bring my 15-year-old child to the
conference?
Children
under 16 years old are free for the conference. Do be sure to
include them on your registration form so they will be issued a name
badge and have access to the convention with you.
Can I get the proceedings without coming to the conference?
Yes. Visit the NAFDMA bookstore. Here you'll find
various publications, including proceedings from past conferences, as well as
order forms for audio from past conferences.
Is the conference going to be recorded?
Yes. All sessions will be audio recorded, so if you enjoyed
your session or want to hear a session that you missed, you can purchase a tape
or CD of that session. Visit the audio company table at the conference. Order
forms will also be available in the Conference Digest you will get on site.
You can also visit our our link to the audio recording company's Web site.
I am driving in and would like to know where I can park and
what it costs.
Please click here for full travel details.
If I bring my young children, is there day care available?
Childcare is not offered by the convention. You are
responsible for the care and arrangements for your children.
Why do I have to buy a membership to go on the tour but not
attend the conference?
Our popular bus tour is an exclusive benefit
for NAFDMA members. Members and non-members are welcome to attend the
conference.
Why does your convention cost more than my regional
conference?
The fees we charge cover the cost of bringing you premier
speakers and information on farm direct marketing, holding the conference in an
outstanding facility conducive to learning and sharing, and including meals and
special amenities. At our 2004 convention, we surveyed attendees and asked them
how much their 2003 farm income had increased as a result of attending a NAFDMA
convention. More than 75 percent said that 2003 income had increased by more than
$5,000. More than 40 percent said that 2003 income had increased by more than
$20,000. As you can see, the convention is a great value that can really help
boost your farm income.
Can I register and pay for the conference when I get to the
door?
Yes, but only for
the conference. Be aware, however, that advanced registration is required
for all bus tours and workshops.
What are the travel requirements for entering Canada?
U.S. citizens: Please visit U.S. Customs and Border Protection and the U.S. Department of State's Passports page. (Note: According to the PROPOSED travel initiative, as of Jan. 8, 2007,
U.S. residents will be required to have a passport to enter Canada IF
they are flying. U.S. residents traveling by land do NOT yet need a
passport. HOWEVER,
because the proposed initiative was in the public comment phase
until Sept. 24, 2006, we believe that it's unlikely that the
rule will be in effect for our conference and that the timeline will
change. If it does NOT change, and/or if you're traveling by land and you don't have a
passport, a birth certificate [original, notarized copy or certified copy], plus
a picture ID card issued by a federal, state or local government agency is
required. A voter registration card or Social Security Card are not considered
to be proof of citizenship. Children under 16 years of age do not require a
picture ID. (Visas are not required for U.S. citizens.) Why not play it safe and just get a passport? You never know when you might want to hop on a plane to Europe or another destination requiring a passport! Be sure to apply before Christmas to allow plenty of time for processing.
U.K. citizens: Please visit the Foreign & Commonwealth Office.
I want to only visit the trade show, what is the cost?The Trade Show is offered in the conference and workshop packages. We no not offer a "trade show only" price.
Join us for all or any part of our convention.
Each component is priced separately.
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