We, the BSI and the Bromeliad Society of Greater Chicago, hope to see you in
Chicago for the Sixteenth WBC.
The location has been chosen and a cost negotiated similar to that in St.
Petersburg. The hotel is the Westin O'Hare located in Rosemont within spitting
distance of the airport. The rooms are soundproofed and you don't hear the
planes (stayed there and checked it out).
For those who like a few munchies in their room there is a small strip mall
next door including a liquor store and I think a McDonalds. There is a large
grocery store (Dominicks) within 3 blocks.
There is a train station in walking distance for traveling to downtown Chicago.
None of the tours are finalized at this time, but some of those being studied
are gardens Chicago Botanical Garden, Lincoln Park Conservatory and Zoo, Oak
Park Conservatory, museums etc. Science and Industry, Field Museum, Art Museum,
Aquarium, Navy Pier, Sears Building. There are many things to see in Chicago.
Also lots of shopping malls.
Chicago has few sources of Bromeliads, Jamaican Gardens, Oak Hill Gardens,
better buy your bromeliads at the conference. There are a couple good places
for cactus and succulents, Geimer's and Ted's Greenhouse.
Orchid lovers will find lovely specimens at Oak Hill Gardens, Hauserman's,
EFG and several other nurseries.
Chicago is a beautiful city, the natives are warm and friendly and eager to
show you a wonderful time.
PRELIMINARY SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
While this schedule is subject to change at any point up until the time
of the conference, you can always find the latest version of the schedule here:
LIST OF SEMINAR SPEAKERS
The current list of seminar speakers is available here:
SHOW SCHEDULE
The current show schedule containing all of the categories, divisions, sections and classes for the WBC2004 judged show is available here:
SCIENTIFIC SPEAKERS SCHEDULE
The current scientific speakers schedule is available here:
COMMERCIAL VENDORS
The following is a list of some of the commercial vendors that will be
at this year's conference. Start saving up - I'm sure they are going to be
bringing some stunning plants that you just can't live without.
TOURS
Descriptions of the tour packages is available here:
FORMS
The forms included with your registration packet are available here in electronic form for your convenience.
HOTEL INFORMATION
Rates:
REGISTRATION RATES
Add $15.00 per registrant if you are not a BSI voting member. That is if
you do not currently pay dues to and receive The Journal of the Bromeliad
Society.
NOTE: All registration fees paid between July 31, 2000 and May 1, 2002 are
70% refundable. After that, no refund will be given (except in cases of
illness or death).
Plus a number of BSI members will be bringing plants for the members sales area.
6100 River Road • Rosemont, IL • 60018
Hotel Phone (888) 627-8517 or (847) 698-6000 • Hotel Fax (847) 698-3993
http://www.westinohare.com/
One bedroom $120 Executive Suite $195 2 Bedroom Suite $275
$155.00 after May 1, 2004 (and at the door) 
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