Hotel and Travel Information
One Ocean Resort
One Ocean Boulevard
Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
A block of rooms will be available for Friday, April 30, 2010 and Saturday, May 1, 2010
The Down Syndrome Association of Jacksonville has subsidized this year's conference to allow all Walk organizers to enjoy this unique experience for an affordable price.
Room rate:
$129 (Ocean View Rooms) for April 30 (thanks to the generosity of the DSAJ) and $199 for additional nights
$269 (Ocean Front Rooms)
To make a reservation, call 800-874-6000 and mention "National Down Syndrome Society"
All reservations must be made by March 30, 2010 to receive the group rate
One Ocean Resort is located on the ocean in picturesque Atlantic Beach, Florida,less than 25 miles from
Jacksonville International Airport (JAX).
The preferred shuttle service of the Ocean One Resort is East Coast Transportation (904) 525-8600. Please make arrangements at least 24 hours in advance. Prices include taxes and gratuities.
* Up to 3 people: $79
* 6 people: $112
* 10 people: $139
* 30 people: $505
We will facilitate communication between attendees to help arrange shared transportation to lower expenses.
Conference Overview
The 2nd annual Buddy Walk® Conference will take place on May 1, 2010 at the beautiful One Ocean Resort in Jacksonville Beach, Florida.
You won't want to miss this opportunity to share ideas and best practices with Buddy Walk organizers from across the country at this exclusive one-day meeting.
Highlights of the 2010 conference include:
* A welcome reception sponsored by the Down Syndrome Association of Jacksonville, beginning at 5:30 p.m. on Friday, April 30th
* An awards presentation at the opening plenary honoring exemplary groups and organizers, sponsored by Okobos
* Extended sessions to allow for more questions and answers
* Increased opportunities for sharing success stories
* An expanded Idea Exchange and Exhibitor Marketplace
* An Additional networking opportunities on Saturday night (at your expense)
Here is what organizer's had to say about the 2009 Buddy Walk® Conference:
"The excitement across the country was encouraging. I love that so many of us are using our creativity in many ways for the same cause."
"Having representatives from different groups present their success stories is a crucial part of the sessions. It gives others a chance to see what works, what doesn't work and how other groups achieve success."
"What a great meeting of the minds!!! Thank you so much for your continuous support at the NDSS office!"
For more information on the conference, please click here.
To register for the conference, please click here.
If you have any questions, please contact Becky Switalski, National Buddy Walk Director by e-mail (rswitalski@ndss.org) or by calling 877-526-0270
We look forward to seeing you at the Buddy Walk Conference!
You won't want to miss this opportunity to share ideas and best practices with Buddy Walk organizers from across the country at this exclusive one-day meeting.
Highlights of the 2010 conference include:
* A welcome reception sponsored by the Down Syndrome Association of Jacksonville, beginning at 5:30 p.m. on Friday, April 30th
* An awards presentation at the opening plenary honoring exemplary groups and organizers, sponsored by Okobos
* Extended sessions to allow for more questions and answers
* Increased opportunities for sharing success stories
* An expanded Idea Exchange and Exhibitor Marketplace
* An Additional networking opportunities on Saturday night (at your expense)
Here is what organizer's had to say about the 2009 Buddy Walk® Conference:
"The excitement across the country was encouraging. I love that so many of us are using our creativity in many ways for the same cause."
"Having representatives from different groups present their success stories is a crucial part of the sessions. It gives others a chance to see what works, what doesn't work and how other groups achieve success."
"What a great meeting of the minds!!! Thank you so much for your continuous support at the NDSS office!"
For more information on the conference, please click here.
To register for the conference, please click here.
If you have any questions, please contact Becky Switalski, National Buddy Walk Director by e-mail (rswitalski@ndss.org) or by calling 877-526-0270
We look forward to seeing you at the Buddy Walk Conference!
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