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Surrounded by magnificent blue skies and breathtaking mountain vistas, Reno and the Peppermill Resort welcome you to “The Biggest Little City in the World.” Steeped in history rich with stories of the Wild West, gold and silver, passion and promise, Reno has become a city that offers world-class entertainment and excitement to each visitor, and the Peppermill Resort (2707 South Virginia Street, Reno, NV 89502) is no exception.
Reservations. The Symposium group rates (see next paragraph) will be in effect through May 26, 2011, unless the block sells out before that date. To make a reservation at one of the group rates, click here, or contact the Peppermill Resort by phone at 800-282-2444 or 775-826-2121. When reserving by phone, you must provide the Symposium’s group code, CBMI609. Be sure to inquire about the hotel’s cancellation policy. A credit card will be required to guarantee the reservation. Caution: It has come to our attention that some individuals have been contacted by a third-party (i.e., not Battelle; The Conference Group, Inc.; or the Peppermill Resort) offering to make reservations at the Peppermill during the dates of the Symposium. We have not provided contact information for prospective participants to any such company, and we strongly recommend that you make reservations only through the Peppermill’s reservations department.
Group Rates and Amenities. The Symposium group rate for single or double rooms in the recently renovated Peppermill Tower is $98, which is equal to the June 2011 U.S. Government per diem. Upgraded accommodations in the new Tuscany Tower are available to Symposium participants for $159. Both rates are subject to a $10 daily resort fee and local tax.The $10 daily resort fee provides the following services: Internet access from guest rooms, use of the Resort’s Internet café, roundtrip airport shuttle, self and valet parking, local and toll-free telephone calls, in-room coffee, business center access, incoming and outgoing faxes (up to 5 per day), and use of the fitness center, swimming pools, and spa.
About the Hotel. Inspired by the warmth and elegance of Tuscany, the Resort has created a vibrant renaissance of its own. Available to guests are 10 unique restaurants, 24-hour room service, award-winning gaming and entertainment, and a beautiful three-story European style spa. Located conveniently near major city attractions and the Reno-Tahoe International Airport, the Peppermill offers stunning panoramic views of both the city lights and the snow-capped mountains surrounding Reno. For information about the hotel, visit www.peppermillreno.com/hotel. To read about the Peppermill’s Green Initiatives, including its success in providing all heating required for the resort from a geothermal well drilled on the property, see the "Going Green" page on its website.
Reno and Surroundings
First on foot, then by horseback, stagecoach, railroad, automobile, and airplane, travelers have sought their fortunes in the Silver State, a land rich in beauty and natural resources. For centuries, the native peoples lived off the land, utilizing the available resources to survive in a challenging environment. Then explorers from the East discovered wealth in fur and minerals in the 1800s, and settlers followed, transforming the land for farming, ranching, and mining. Towns like Carson City, Gold Hill, Silver City, and Reno sprang up to house, feed, and entertain the influx of prospectors and their families. Men and women from around the world came to make their fortunes; most were fortunate to make a living. The area is rich in stories and characters that are part of the folklore of the American West.
Over the past 131 years, Reno has risen from a small town with a checkered past to the “biggest little city in the world,” with world-class entertainment, hotels, gaming, shopping, fine dining, and outdoor adventure. The downtown Riverwalk, along the Truckee River, offers unique shops, boutiques, and art galleries. Whitewater rafting, tubing, and canoeing are available within the city at Whitewater Park. Plan a visit to one of Reno’s museums, such as the Nevada Historical Society, the Nevada Museum of Art, or the National Automobile Museum. Those with a prospecting spirit will want to visit nearby Carson City or Gold Hill. But a trip to Reno would not be complete without experiencing the magnificence of Lake Tahoe, where azure skies are reflected in crystal clear, deep-blue waters, surrounded by tall pines on the slopes of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. Year-round recreational opportunities abound from leisurely bike paths to rock climbing, trail riding, and backcountry hunting and fishing. For more information on Reno and the surrounding areas, go to www.visitrenotahoe.com/destination.
Inquiries
Questions about the hotel may be addressed to: The Conference Group (1580 Fishinger Road, Columbus, OH 43221), info@confgroupinc.com; phone: 800-783-6338 (U.S. and Canada) or 614-488-2030; fax: 614-488-5747. |