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What the icons represent = Walking distance (within 1/2 mile of conference center) = FREE Shuttle/Bus available = Shuttle/Bus required = Car/Taxi required = Walk or Drive (1/2 to 2 miles from conference center) = Not available

Not a skier?
Downtown Breckenridge has galleries, historical museums, restaurants, and many shops to keep a conferee occupied for an afternoon or two. See this page for additional web sites for Breckenridge.

Interested in hiking or biking activities? Click here (PDF) for more information about the White River National Forest. (Approximately 75% of Summit County is part of the White River National Forest.)

Outdoor Recreation/Activities

Suggestion: Use the message board at the meeting to find other conferees interested in additional activities (skiing, snowboarding, hiking, cross country skiing, shopping and sight seeing, etc.) by posting your contact information and activity of interest. Check the message board at the meeting.

Clothing note: Breckenridge has a weather pattern that changes by the minute! Wear clothing that layers and can be added or subtracted from easily.

Skiing Breckenridge Ski Area is right outside the Conference Center. The ski area also allows snowboarding. More info...  More Ski Information: Discount Lift Tickets:  Click here to view the 2009-2010 lift ticket rates for conference attendees. Ticket prices are subject to change. To receive the discounted rate be sure to pick up a coupon from the Keystone Symposia Registration/Information desk located at the meeting. Ski storage/lockers: There is complimentary ski storage in each Beaver Run Resort building. Equipment rentals: Rental discounts are available at the resort at Breckenridge Sports Beaver Run. Please call 970.547.7520 for more information. Do not forget to show your Keystone Symposia badge for your 20% discount. Rental Equipment in Beaver Run: Book now through www.rentskis.com/ks2010 and receive a 25% discount with advanced online rental reservations. Reservations must be made in advance to receive the 25% discount. Ski Area Notes: For conferees arriving early, stop by Conference Service office to receive a voucher for lift ticket discounts. Leaving on a Sunday? Click here for tips on surviving ski traffic rush hour. Ski Area Website: www.breckenridge.snow.com Ski-In/Ski-Out...be on and off the slopes quickly! Snowboarding Breckenridge Ski Area allows snowboarding. Snowboarding is just a short walk from the Conference Center. More info... Snowshoeing Recapture your sense of wonder as you immerse yourself in a "WINTER WONDERLAND" of beautiful wooded trails and open vistas. Leave your worries behind as Snow Wonder Tours leads you away from the crowds and into the heart of the Rockies. Awaken your senses and rejuvenate your spirit as you immerse yourself in the sights, sounds and feel of the natural world. All tours require an advance reservation credit card deposit. Day Group Tours, Moonlight Tours and Private Tours available. Click here for reservations and for more information Snowshoeing is available at the Breckenridge Nordic Center. There are also many trails directly outside the Beaver Run Resort that can be accessed for snowshoeing. Bring appropriate winter clothing as some clothing is difficult to rent. See provider information for details. More info... X-country skiing Cross Country Skiing and rentals are available at the Nordic Center in Breckenridge. Cross Country Skiing trails are just steps from the Beaver Run Resort. You can rent skis at the Nordic Center for your entire stay in Breckenridge. See provider information for details. More info... Ice skating Indoor ice skating rink just minutes from the Beaver Run Resort. More info... Hiking Hiking trails are all over Breckenridge, Colorado. See the provided web site for information. Most trails are made of dirt and rock so sturdy boots should be worn. Always hike with water, snacks, sunscreen and dress in layers as Colorado mountain weather can change suddenly. Use our website to find other conferees interested in this activity. For further details see the concierge at the resort. Interested in hiking or biking activities? Click here (PDF) for more information about the White River National Forest. (Approximately 75% of Summit County is part of the White River National Forest.) More info... Sightseeing In Breckenridge each year, blank canvases of snow become works of art. From a whimsical bouquet of enormous flowers, to thought provoking abstract shapes, sculptors form these masterpieces before thousands of spectators over the course of five days in the heart of town. Budweiser Select International Snow Sculpture Championships will take place January 26 – February 7, 2010. click here for more information Other Snowmobiling White Mountain Tours Invites You to Experience Colorado’s Highest Touring Snowmobile Outfit! All tours leave from our base camp high up on Freemont Pass just 9-1/2 miles south of Copper Mountain. All tours cross the Continental Divide at about 12,000 feet. The riding and views are spectacular. We are offering four pick-up times a day at Beaver Run. Pick-up times are 8:00 a.m. for the 9:00 tour, 10:00 for the 11:00 tour, 12:30 for the 1:30 tour, and 2:30 for the 3:30 tour. Beaver Run pick-ups are at the back lobby, building 3. Transportation is complimentary. Snowsuits, Boots and Helmets are provided. Guests must bring gloves and goggles. Discounted rates offered to Keystone Symposia are: Two Hour Prospector Tour, $100 Driver, $50 Passengers, Children 4, 5, or 6 are free. Two Hour Performance Tour, no double riders, adults only - $120.00 2 Hour High Adventure Ride - Experienced single riders - $170.00. 3 Hour High Adventure Ride - Experienced single riders - $220.00. No Transportation available for the 3 hour ride. Visit www.whitemountainsnowmobiletours.com for all new photos showing the fun, thrills and excitement of a ride with White Mountain. Send a reservation request by filling out the form on the website and mentioning you are with Keystone Symposia. You will receive a personal call to confirm your reservation. You can also contact White Mountain at 800-247-7238 and the friendly staff will be happy to answer questions and take reservations. Baby Sitting Service Resort Sitters is a babysitting referral service that provides prescreened babysitters to your location. Our main objective is to bring you the highest quality childcare so you can feel secure, and everyone in your family can have fun. 970.513.4445. For more information visit http://www.resortsitters.com Leaving on a Sunday? Click below for tips on surviving ski traffic rush hour. More info... (Place cursor over icons for description)

Indoor Recreation/Activities

Swimming Beaver Run Resort has two heated pools, one indoor/outdoor and the other outdoor only. These pools are free for all paying guests to the Beaver Run Resort. Fitness Center The Beaver Run exercise room features cardiovascular equipment as well as a universal weight machine. The Fitness Center is free for all paying guests to the Beaver Run Resort. Spa Downtown Breckenridge offers many options for spa treatments. Check the local newspaper the Summit Daily for specials. More info... (Place cursor over icons for description)

Arts & Entertainment

Galleries Downtown Breckenridge is an excellent opportunity to browse galleries featuring contemporary mountain artists. The downtown area is easy to access and a wonderful place to spend an afternoon. Museums Downtown Breckenridge has many walking tours and museums covering the days of the old west. More info... Live music Live music is available year round, but locations and times will vary. Ask the concierge for recommendations. More info... (Place cursor over icons for description)

Dining

The downtown area of Breckenridge has an excellent mix of restaurants and bars. The prices and type of food range widely so ask locals or the resort front desk for suggestions.

Dining ($5 - $10)   More info... Dining ($10 - $20)   More info... Dining ($20 - up)   More info... Coffee shops/houses Breckenridge has many coffee shops. Great places to people watch and grab a snack. Ask at the front desk/ concierge for dining suggestions and for shuttle information. More info... Bars/Pubs Ask at the front desk/concierge for dining suggestions and for shuttle information. More info... Market/Grocery Grocery stores or markets are a great place to purchase snacks for your room to help save money. Cheese, crackers, fruit and drinks keep well in the room. Some rooms may have mini refrigerators. Call the resort before your arrival to find out if one is available. More info... Amounts are in US dollars (Place cursor over icons for description)

NOTE: The food included will be: buffet breakfast (each day of the meeting except departure day) coffee breaks, and social hour with light snacks during poster sessions. However the food offered varies meeting site by meeting site. Menus for daily food offered will be posted as well as menus for the area. Social Hour is provided to give conferees an opportunity to socialize, have a light snack and participate in the poster session. Limited seating is available.

Business Services

Email/Internet access A limited number of complimentary computers will be available for checking e-mail. Computers are also available at the Business Center for a fee. Wireless Access Wireless access is available in most rooms, and in areas of the conference center. More information will be available at the meeting. Fax To send or receive faxes call the front desk and verify fax number. Faxes can then be picked up or sent from the hotel front desk. Faxes can also be delivered to the guest room. Computer printer Available in the Business Center for a fee. ATM Available in resort. Post Office Mail can be sent from resort front desk. Fed Ex Available in resort, ask front desk for details. Business Center For Poster Printing More info... (Place cursor over icons for description)

Medical Services

For all medical emergencies call the front desk of your hotel or 911. These numbers are for your convenience and not in place of 911 services. St. Anthony's Summit Medical Center is located on Highway 9 at Peak One Drive in Frisco. Phone: 970-668-3300

Medical Center   More info... Pharmacy Some sundry items are available at Beaver Run Resort. For more complete pharmaceutical needs the City Market grocery store has a full pharmacy. More info... Hospital Medical service personnel are available in Breckenridge. If you feel you need medical attention please call the front desk for help. More info... Emergency room care Medical service personnel are available in Breckenridge. If you feel you need medical attention please call the front desk for help. More info... (Place cursor over icons for description)