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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?
In West Yellowstone visit the Discovery Center or the IMAX theater. Check out information on out activties page under theaters or zoos.

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.

Skiing Big Sky has superb mountains to explore for any kind of skier. The slopes are right outside the back door, at the base of Lone Mountain.  More Ski Information: Discount Lift Tickets: 2010 lift ticket prices are as follows: Big Sky is offering a discounted lift ticket price of $49 USD for a full day. A Moonlight Basin full day lift ticket is $TBD USD. A Big Sky /Moonlight Basin combination lift ticket at $72 USD opens up another 1700 acres of terrain giving the skier 5300 acres to play on! Moonlight Basin is 10 minutes from Big Sky by car. When purchasing a Moonlight Basin lift ticket from the Big Sky Resort ticket window, Big Sky Resort will provide complimentary one-way lift rides so guests can ski to Moonlight Basin rather than shuttle. Ticket prices are subject to change. Attendees will be able to purchase Big Sky Resort lift tickets at the concierge desk (Summit and Huntley) as well as the ticket sales building (Snowcrest). Moonlight Basin and the combined ticket can be purchased at the ticket windows only. Ski storage/lockers: Ski storage is available at The Summit Lodge and The Huntley Lodge in Big Sky Resort. Equipment rentals: See below for equipment rental discounts. $25 Sport Ski Package $36 High Performance Ski Package $33 Snowboard Package $16 Children’s Package $46 Demo Package Go to Big Sky Ski Rental and show your namebag for discounts. Call ahead for more information 406-995-5841 and don't forget to identify yourself with Keystone Symposia. Ski Area Notes: Badges must be worn to ensure discounts on lift tickets. Ski Area Website: http://www.bigskyresort.com/Activities/Winter/index.asp Ski Area Website (2): www.bridgerbowl.com Ski-In/Ski-Out...be on and off the slopes quickly! Snowboarding   Snowshoeing Snowshoe rentals are available at the resort, call ahead for details. There are many trails right outside the front door of the resort to explore. Conferees can also snowshoe in West Yellowstone. A free shuttle will be provided for one day to West Yellowstone. More info... X-country skiing After the lifts close, you may want to try some other snow-specific activities. If your legs aren't too tired, slow down the pace by exploring the backcountry on snowshoes or nordic skis. More info... Flyfishing Year round guided fly fishing. Call for details More info... Sightseeing Dogsledding - Experience the thrill of driving a sled dog team during half- or full-day adventures in nearby Moonlight Basin. Spirit of the North- 406-995-3424 www.huskypower.com. Klondike Dreams 406-646-4988 Site Provided Activity Family Activities Find more fun at the resort's free nightly family programs. Movie theme nights, dog rescue demonstrations, on-mountain scavenger hunts, ski tuning clinics and special arts and crafts are also on this winter's schedule. For current activities contact Kids Club at 406-995-5745 or stop by Kids Club in the Huntley Lobby. for daycare call Handprints at 406-995-3332. Other Have you ever wanted to sail through the trees like an Ewok, a Clark's nutcracker or how about a sparrow? Then come Ride the NEW Zipline at Big Sky Resort! Open every Saturday, sign up at Snowsports School, call 406.995.5743 to reserve, or click here for more information. Snow Coaches into West Yellowstone are available. Contact Yellowstone Alpen Guildes at 406-646-9591 or 800-858-3502, or book your discounted reservation online now at http://yellowstoneguides.com/ Snowmobiling - Gallatin Canyon - in the immediate Big Sky area: Enjoy the beauty of Big Sky traveling by snowmobile in the Gallatin National Forest and on Buck Creek Ridge. Canyon Adventures: 406-995-4450 or 800-520-7533 More info... (Place cursor over icons for description)

Indoor Recreation/Activities

Swimming Big Sky Resort has an indoor pool as well as a full fitness center located in all three lodges, with the exception of the Huntley Lodge which has an outdoor pool, not an indoor pool. All fitness centers and pools are available for free for paying guests. Fitness Center Big Sky Resort has an outdoor pool at the Huntley Lodge. All three lodges has its own full fitness center.. All fitness centers and pools are available for free for paying guests. Movie theaters West Yellowstone has a 6-story screen that shows IMAX, one of the largest motion picture systems in the world. Additionally watch complimentary nightly movies, featuring Warren Miller's newest film, at the resort's slope side Roosevelt Amphitheatre in the Yellowstone Conference Center. For more informaiton stop by the concierge desk or call 406-995-5806. More info... Spa Solace Spa at Big Sky has a full range of professional therapy including massage, body wraps, facials, beauty enhancements, scrubs & exfoliation treatments, hydrotherapy & aromatherapy. Pamper yourself with hand & foot treatments or hot stone therapy. Huntley and Shoshone guests also have access to fitness center and outdoor pool and hot tub. More info... Library Big Sky Community Library at Ophir School 45465 Gallatin Road Gallatin Gateway, MT 59730 (at the North entrance of Big Sky's Ophir School) 406-995-4281 ext. 205 Open: Sunday 1-5 Monday 10-6 Tuesday & Wednesday 4-8 Zoo A museum, up close views of Grizzly Bears and Gray Wolves, films, presentations all enclosed in this non- profit, Wildlife Park and Educational Center. More info... (Place cursor over icons for description)

Arts & Entertainment

Galleries The Mountain Mall has interesting galleries and shops. A great way to pass the afternoon while taking a break from the outdoors or the meetings. Museums Museum of the Rockies (Bozeman) Visit a world-renowned dinosaur collection and check out the planetarium, an extensive history exhibit and Indian artifacts. 406-994-2251 Gallatin County Historical Society & Pioneer Museum (Bozeman) Spend some time in the old Gallatin County jail, built in 1911 and enjoy colorful exhibits from earlier days - including an authentic 1870 log cabin. 406-522-8122 (Place cursor over icons for description)

Dining

The area around Big Sky Resort has a good mix of restaurants and bars. The prices and type of food range widely so ask locals or the resort front desk for suggestions. Some restaurants at the bottom of the village are not within walking distance; however some restaurants have a complimentary shuttle service.

Dining ($5 - $10) Big Sky Resort has several options for dining. Start with each hotels restaurants then begin to explore the hot spots in the villages. More info... Dining ($10 - $20) Big Sky Resort has several options for dining. Start with each hotels restaurants then begin to explore the hot spots in the villages. More info... Dining ($20 - up) Big Sky Resort has several options for dining. Start with each hotels restaurant then begin to explore the hot spots in the villages. Some restaurants will send a shuttle for free to pick up guests, asks the concierge for recommendations. More info... Coffee shops/houses There are several coffee houses spread throughout the resort. Great places to kick back and relax after the meeting. 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. To see all winter dining options at Big Sky Resort click here. 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 site by 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 Internet/ Email access at "The i Ranch" located in the Big Sky Resort's Huntley Lodge and Summit Hotel. Wireless Access Complimentary wireless internet is available at Summit, Shoshone, Huntley lodging units and all hotel lobbies/conference rooms Fax Faxes can be received or sent from each lodge front desk location. ATM There are ATMs located in the lobbies of the Huntley and Summit hotels. There is also an ATM located in the Mountain Mall. Post Office Big Sky Post Office Located in the Meadow Center 800-275-8777 Monday-Friday 10:00am - 5:00pm Saturday 10:00am - 1:00pm Fed Ex Fed Ex can be sent or received at either lodge front desk. 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.

Medical Center The Medical Clinic at Big Sky Resort is located on the mountain. More info... Pharmacy A pharmacy is located in Big Sky at the Meadow Village Center More info... Emergency room care The Medical Clinic at Big Sky Resort is located on the mountain for any emergency (406-995-2797). (Place cursor over icons for description)