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1.
Great Lakes
Michigan,
the Great Lake State, is bordered by four of the five Great Lakes, jutting
out as two main peninsulas into the largest fresh water reserve in the
world. Over 11,000 inland lakes also grace Michigan and provide unique
opportunities for recreation, industry and management.
2.
Great agricultural diversity
Michigan has great diversity in agriculture, both in the
range of crops and animals raised, as well as thriving industries and
niche markets such as nursery and landscaping, orchards, greenhouses,
Christmas trees, turfgrass, organic food, aquaculture, maple syrup, and
forestry. This diversity is derived from wide variations in soil types,
topography, climate and economic conditions in the state.
3.
Great agriculture
Not only is Michigan diverse in its production, but it
leads the natiproduction of many commodities and specialties: 1st in cherries
and 8th in milk makes for a great ice cream sundae; 4th in apples and
peaches, 8th in strawberries and 6th in honey and spearmint makes a delicious
fruit salad; 1st in dry beans, 3rd in asparagus, 5th in sugar beets, 7th
in corn and 8th in alfalfa rounds out a great menu! Come and taste!
4.
Great professional improvement
The 2007 conference will provide more hours, more opportunities,
more training than ever before. You’ll head home with new knowledge,
ideas and opportunities.
5.
Great vacation possibilities!
Bring your family and enjoy Michigan! The west coast of
Michigan is only 35 miles from our meeting site and the entire area is
blessed with beauty and activities.
6.
Grand Rapids is great!
Located in downtown Grand Rapids, along the banks of the
Grand River, the meeting site is within walking distance of fine dining,
museums, shopping, and theater and entertainment venues. The Amway Grand
Plaza Hotel, our headquarters is a four star beauty, rich in old elegance,
and connected to the new glitz of the DeVoss Place Convention Center.
You’ll enjoy this bustling city.
7. Great value
Plan your budget for 2007 and find out that this conference
will not break your budget. That’s great! Lodging rooms costs are
the lowest in years, meals are included and the benefits are great.
8. MSU, the great-granddaddy of land-grant
institutions
Michigan Agriculture College, founded in 1855 was the first
land-grant college in America and it continues to lead. Today the MAES
and MSUE have gained a national and international reputation for excellence
in research and outreach.
9. Great access
The Gerald R. Ford International Airport is a major hub
for flights. You’ll find it easy to schedule your travel by air.
For those driving, you can come north along Lake Michigan, cross it by
ferry or arrive via highway. Michigan is the state that built the auto
industry makes your way easy and without tolls.
10. Great hosts
Michigan Extension Educators and all of MSU is looking
forward to hosting you. You’ll want to bring your colleagues, bring
your administrators, and bring your family. Make your plans to come enjoy
and learn!
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