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2009 SLMA
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Schedule-at-a-Glance
What’s going on at Conference ‘09!
Wednesday, July 22
3:00 - 5:00pm
Board of Directors Meeting
6:00 - 8:00pm
Chairman’s Welcome Reception
Santa Maria
Oceanfront Lawn
Thursday, July 23
7:30am - 1:00pm
8:00am - 1:00pm
10:00am - 3:00pm
10:00am - 5:00pm
2:00 - 5:00pm
6:00 - 7:30pm
Fishing Tournament
Golf Tournament
Shopping Shuttle to Fernandina
SLMA Information Desk Open
TWC Government Affairs Meeting
Trade Expo Grand Opening & Reception
Meet in Hotel Lobby
Golf Club of Amelia
Front Entrance
Salon 3 Foyer
King’s Bay Room
Salon 2
Friday, July 24
8:00am - 12:00pm
8:00 - 9:45am
9:45 - 10:45am
10:45am - 12:00pm
5:00 - 6:00pm
6:00 - 9:00pm
6:15 - 7:00pm
7:00pm - until
SLMA Information Desk Open
Grand Opening Ceremony
Keynote Session with Dick Morris
Trade Expo
Wine ‘n Wisdom *new feature!
Children’s Dinner
Cocktail Reception
Chairman’s Gala
Salon 3 Foyer
Salon 3
Salon 3
Salon 2
Salon 3
Director’s Room
Ballroom Salon
The Ritz Carlton Ballroom
Saturday, July 25
8:00am - 12:00pm
8:00 - 9:50am
SLMA Information Desk Open
Salon 3 Foyer
Education Session:
Salons 2 & 3
● Kim Drew, Emily Burke and
Dave McMullen—Real Outdoor Living Update
● Derick Belden—Southern Living
● Jim Wimberly—Labor Law
9:50 - 10:10am
Refreshment Break
10:10 - 12:00pm
Education Session:
Salons 2 & 3
● Steve Lovett—Softwood Checkoff Update
● Ward Hubbell—Green Building Issues
● Wade Camp—Southern Sawmill Cost Survey
6:30pm - until
SLMA Farewell Bash
Oceanfront Lawn
Getting There
Tips on travel and transportation services
Airport:
The Jacksonville International Airport is located approximately 25 miles from the Ritz
Carlton Amelia Island.
AirTran Airways:
AirTran Airways is offering discounted flight services for this meeting. SLMA conference
attendees can enjoy a ten percent discount on the lowest available fare. The discount
applies to/from Jacksonville July 19—28. For reservations, call (866) 683-8368 from
8am - 9pm Eastern. Mention event code: JAX072209.
Hertz Rent-A-Car:
For rental car discounts, Hertz Rent-A-Car is providing reduced rates for SLMA
conference attendees flying into Jacksonville International Airport from July 15 - August 1.
Online reservations may be made at www.hertz.com using CVI #04DV0001 or by
calling (800) 654-2200.
Shuttle Info:
Shuttle service is available to/from the Jacksonville International Airport and the Amelia
Island area.
Beaches Limousine and Transportation
(904) 221-5466
Airport Transfer Service
1 or 2 guests $69.00
3 or more
$35 each
*Standard transportation prices are inclusive of gratuity and applicable airport fees.
Dana’s Limousine Service
*Please call for rates
(904) 744-3333
Driving Directions
Amelia Island is located at Florida’s northeastern shore, just 15 miles east of Interstate 95, and
is a short, 25 minute drive from Jacksonville International Airport.
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Driving from the Jacksonville International Airport (25 minutes)- From
Jacksonville International Airport take I-95 North, travel approximately 7 miles to exit 373
(old exit 129), Amelia Island/Fernandina Beach/Callahan Exit. Turn right onto A1A East.
Travel east on A1A 9.6 miles to the Thomas J. Shave Bridge. Cross the Intracoastal
Waterway and travel three-quarters of a mile to the first traffic light. Turn right at the
light onto Amelia Island Parkway. Travel 2.5 miles to fork in the road. Veer left at fork
and travel 1.5 miles to traffic light. Cross through the intersection traveling three-tenths
of a mile. The resort is on the left.
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From points South– Take I-95 North to exit 373 (old exit 129) and turn right onto A1A
East. Travel east on A1A 9.6 miles to the Thomas J. Shave Bridge. Cross the Intracoastal
Waterway and travel three-quarters of a mile to the first traffic light. Turn right at the
light onto Amelia Island Parkway. Travel 2.5 miles to fork in the road. Veer left at fork
and travel 1.5 miles to traffic light. Cross through the intersection traveling three-tenths
of a mile. The resort is on the left.
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From Georgia and points North—Take I-95 South to exit 373 (old exit 129) and turn
left onto A1A East. Travel east on A1A 9.6 miles to the Thomas J. Shave Bridge. Cross
the Intracoastal Waterway and travel three-quarters of a mile to the first traffic light. Turn
right at the light onto Amelia Island Parkway. Travel 2.5 miles to fork in the road. Veer
left at fork and travel 1.5 miles to traffic light. Cross through the intersection traveling
three-tenths of a mile. The resort is on the left.
Driving Distances
Mileage from Amelia Island to other major cities:
Daytona Beach
Ft. Lauderdale
Gainesville
Jacksonville
126mi
360mi
101mi
33mi
Miami
Tallahassee
Tampa
Atlanta
379mi
196mi
233mi
356mi
SLMA 2009 Annual Trade Expo
July 23 - 24, 2009
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25
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21
17
18
20
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2
4
16
5
15
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Location:
Salon II
SLMA 2009 Annual Trade Expo
EXHIBITOR LISTING as of June 30, 2009
Booth Number
Exhibiting Company
1
Sycamore Consulting
2
Signode
3
available
4
Southern Pine Inspection Bureau
5
Porter Engineering
6
Timber Products Inspection
7
Strategic Comp
8
Optimil
9
BB&T Insurance Services
10
BB&T Insurance Services
11
Baxley Equipment
12
Kiln Drying Systems
13
Iggesund Tools
14
Taylor Machine Works
15
Samuel Strapping
16
Lumberman’s Underwriting Alliance
17
Forest2Market
18
UCT Forestry
19
Allen Industrial Contractors
20
Osmose
21
Osmose
22
SLMA/ Southern Pine Awareness Network
23
USNR
24
Mid-South Engineering
25
Pennsylvania Lumbermens Mutual Insurance Co.
26
Autolog
27
Chem Aqua
28
Chem Aqua
Housekeeping Notes
5 Things to Know About Conference ‘09
1
2009 Trade Expo QUIZ QUEST
There is a new method for door prize giveaways at this year’s Trade Expo! To
add a little excitement as well as enhance your knowledge about the products
and services available to you from our valued exhibitors, we are introducing the
Trade Expo QUIZ QUEST!
At each participating exhibit booth, there will be a plastic sign holder with 3
questions. There will also be slips of paper provided for your answers. Winners
for each door prize will be chosen from among the correct answers submitted.
Prize packs will be of a minimum $50 value at each booth...so you do not want
to miss out on any opportunity to play! Have fun!
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CLIMATE and DRESS SUGGESTIONS
Average high in July is 90 degrees and average low is 71. Suggested attire:
Chairman’s Welcome— outdoors; resort casual
Welcome Reception/Trade Expo—dressy casual, comfortable
Chairman’s Gala—dressy attire (gentlemen—coat and tie)
Farewell Party—outdoors; resort casual, comfortable
EVALUATIONS
As usual, we would love to have your feedback via a conference evaluation.
To make it more convenient for you, we will be doing conference evaluations
online. The survey will be posted the Monday immediately following the
conference so be on the lookout!
We value you and we value your input.
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SHOPPING SHUTTLE
A complimentary shopping shuttle will make round trips between the hours of
10am and 3pm on Thursday, July 23. The shuttle will travel to the Fernandina
shopping area and will pick up outside the main entrance of the hotel. Thanks to
Taylor Machine Works for sponsoring this service!
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WINE ‘N WISDOM— New Feature!
We are featuring a new session at this year’s conference called Wine ‘n Wisdom.
This interactive session features seasoned industry professionals who will answer
questions and share their experience and knowledge with us! This forum will take
place immediately before the Cocktail reception on Friday evening.
Children’s Activities
What’s in Store for Kids
at Conference ‘09
CHILDREN’S REGISTRATION
What does the fee include?
Wed. July 22
Chairman’s Welcome
(low country boil)
Thur. July 23
Welcome Reception
or
By 6/15
Fri. July 24
Refresh. Break
Chairman’s Gala
Children’s Dinner
Sat. July 25
Refresh. Break
Farewell Party
After 6/15
Child (4 and under)
$50
$50 —fee only incurred if attending Children’s Dinner
Child (age 5 - 9)
$120
$170
Child (age 10 - 17)
$150
$200
RITZ PROGRAMS for KIDS
Our Ritz Kids program offers a variety of supervised physical and creative activities
designed especially for children aged 5-12. Offering full or half-day options, seven days a week,
Ritz Kids has something for every child, including:
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Creative and educational entertainment
Environmental and nature programs
Beach games and water sports
Arts and crafts
Full Day Program:
• 9 am - 4 pm
• $85 first child and $75 each additional child
• Includes lunch
Half Day Program:
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9 am – Noon or 1 - 4 pm
$55 first child and $50 each additional child
Lunch is optional for $15
Other activities include: swimming, sand castle building, water balloons, Frisbee games, volleyball, junior tennis, badminton, board games and videos, picture writing, Tai Chi, outdoor adventures, relay races and tag games, croquet, tug of war, turtle education classes, etc...
Amelia Island Restaurants
Recommended by
the Ritz
LE CLOS
Located in Fernandina’s Historic District, Le Clos serves delicious Provencale dishes
by candlelight in a charming, intimate 1906 cottage setting. Chef-owner Katherine
Ewing received full degrees in both
pastry and cuisine from Le cordon Bleu and L’Ecole de Gastronomie Francaise RitzEscoffier, Paris and trained at the Ritz Hotel, Paris, France. The menu items are prepared carefully and presented
beautifully with an emphasis on impeccably fresh seafood. The
extensive wine list offers the perfect accompaniment for every menu
selection. Beer and wine only. Ph: 261-8100 Hours: Mon - Sat. 5:30 - 9:30pm
BEECH STREET GRILL
Built in 1889 as a wedding gift and later turned into a fabulous
restaurant. This historic home has a progressive menu and
extensive, award-winning wine list to make this your first choice in fine dining.
Daily blackboard features showcase the area’s freshest seafood seasoned with
freshly cut herbs, homemade sauces and
chutneys. Full bar. Ph: 277-3662 Hours: Sun. - Thur. 6 - 9:30pm
Fri and Sat. 6 - 10pm Sunday brunch: 11:30am - 2pm
JOE’S 2ND STREET BISTRO
Joe’s offers a relaxed setting; it’s cozy yet sophisticated. Joe’s eclectic cuisine has
pleased gusts for 16 years. The menu is diverse
and includes local seafood, steaks, pasta and game. Bread is baked daily and all desserts are made in- house. The
wine list has over
fifty selections and an extensive special list with an average of twelve offered by
the
glass. Beer and wine only.
Reservations recommended. Ph: 321-2558
Hours: Nightly dinner 6:00—9:30pm.
Brett’s Waterway Café
Brett’s is located on the water at the foot of Centre Street and offers an upscale
mosphere with outstanding food. Served with traditional Southern hospitality,
dinner menu features daily specials, fresh Florida seafood, chicken and aged beef.
wine and cocktails are
available. Ph: 261-2660 Hours: Daily Lunch: 11:30am - 2:30pm Dinner: 5:30
9:00pm
atthe
Beer,
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Bonito’s Grill and Sushi Bar
As soon as you walk into Bonito’s you feel like you are
stepping into SoHo. A New York-style full bar and sushi bar
are set into a contemporary atmosphere with Japanese Fusion
cooking. Asian dishes will not be the only choice on the menu
there are other alternatives for the not so adventurous eater.
Full bar. Ph: 261-0508 Hours: Lunch: Mon - Fri.
11:30 - 2pm Sat. Lunch: 12 - 2p Dinner Daily 5:30 - close
Espana
Brand new to historic Fernandina Beach, this lovely tucked away
restaurant features old world cuisine from Spain and Portugal.
Other menu highlights include varied hot and cold tapas, steaks,
and homemade desserts. Beer and wine only.
Ph: 261-7700 Hours: Mon - Sun 5 - 10p
PLAE (People Laughing and Eating)
Located in the Shops at Amelia Island
Plantation, PLAE offers an innovative and
unique menu catering to the “plaeful” at
heart. A delightful experience awaits.
Full bar. Ph: 277-2132
Hours: Nightly dinner 6pm - close.
Thyme
Thyme is one of the island's newest restaurants. Thyme's menu is an eclectic mix of cuisine, primarily but not
limited to Italian. Enjoy a cocktail or make a selection from our many wines of the world as you enjoy our intercoastal view.
Ph: 261-3827
Hours: Dinner served 5 - 8:30pm
All restaurants are approximately 15 minutes from the
Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island
Fitness Facilities
● Full range of cardio equipment includes treadmills, elliptical machines, recumbent and
stationary bikes, all equipped with a private entertainment system.
● Free weights and dual adjustable cable weight system
● Stability balls
● Yoga mats
● Resistance bands
● Steps and jump ropes
● Movement Studio for group fitness classes and private training sessions
Open daily from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Boutique Spa
Enjoy sensual body treatments, energizing massage, nourishing facials, body wraps and the pure luxury of a professional spa experience. Locker rooms, robe and slippers are provided for all spa
treatments. Please call for a complete listing of spa services.
Spa Hours:
Sunday - Thursday
Friday and Saturday
9:00am - 6:00pm
9:00am - 7:00pm
For reservations call: (904) 277-1087 or extension 1275 ( in house)
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Children 17 years of age and under must be accompanied by a parent, must have the same
gender of therapist and wear a bathing suit.
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A 20% service charge will be added to each spa service received. Gratuities are dispersed to
the spa staff members who served you during your visit. Additional gratuities are at your discretion. If you must reschedule or cancel an appointment, please notify the spa 4 hours ahead
of time to avoid being charged for that service.
Golf Courses of Amelia
The Golf Club of Amelia Island
The Golf Club of Amelia Island is adjacent to The Ritz Carlton Amelia Island resort. It is an 18 hole PGA championship, par 72 course, designed by golf professionals Mark McCumber and Gene Littler. The Golf Club of Amelia
Island is open to members and resort guests. Green fees are $130 for 18 holes and $100 for 9 holes. Proper
golf attire is required, shirts must have collars and jeans are not permitted. Phone: (904) 277-8015.
www.summerbeach.com
Fernandina Beach Golf Club
The Fernandina Beach Golf Club Course is a local favorite located two miles away from The Ritz Carlton. It is a
27 hole, par 35/37/36 course, designed by Ed Matteson and Tommy Birdsong. Fernandina Beach Golf Club is a
public course. Green fees are $49.50 for 18 holes on weekdays and $55 on weekends and holidays. There is also
a twilight rate of $27.75 that begins at 12:30pm. The Fernandina Beach Golf Club Course requires proper golf
attire. Shirts must have collars. Jeans and cut off shorts are not permitted. Phone: (904) 277-7370.
Amelia Island Plantation
Ocean Links-The Amelia Island Plantation Ocean Links Course is an 18 hole, par 70 course, designed by Pete Dye
and Bobby Weed. The Amelia Island Plantation Ocean Links Course is open to members and resort guests (3
days in advance for non-members). Tee times on this course are subject to course availability. Green fees are
$150 for 18 holes and $902 for 9 holes. Proper golf attire is required. Phone: (904) 277-5907.
Long Point- The Amelia Island Plantation Long Point Course is an 18 hole, par 72 course,
designed by Tom Fazio. This course is open to member and resort guests (1 day in advance for non-members).
Green fees are $175 for 18 holes, and $105 for 9 holes. Collared shirts are required and jeans and cut off shorts
are not permitted. Phone: (904) 277-5908.
Oak Marsh- The Amelia Island Plantation Oak Marsh Course is an 18 hole, par 70 course,
designed by Pete Dye and Bobby Weed. The Amelia Island Plantation Oak Marsh course is open to members
and resort guests (3 days in advance for non-members). Green fees are $150 for 18 holes and $90 for 9 holes.
Proper golf attire is required. Phone: (904) 277-5907. www.aipfl.com
The Amelia River Golf Club
The Amelia River Golf Club (formerly the Royal Amelia Golf Links Course) overlooks the Amelia River and is
located two miles away for The Ritz Carlton. It is an 18 hole, par 72 course, designed by Tom Jackson. This
course is semi-private. Please call for tee times and green fees. Collared shirts are required and jeans and cut
offs are not permitted. Phone: (904) 491-8500.
Ballot for Elections
OFFICERS
Board of Directors
Chairman
David Richbourg
H.W. Culp Lumber Co.
New London, NC
Louisiana
Vince Almond
Almond Brothers Lumber
First Vice–Chairman
Danny White
T.R. Miller Mill Co., Inc.
Brewton, AL
Second Vice-Chairman
Johnny Hall
Industrial Wood Products
Climax, NC
Treasurer
Ben Stimpson, Jr.
Gulf Lumber Co., Inc.
Mobile, AL
Immediate Past President
Charlie Thomas, III
Shuqualak Lumber Co., Inc.
Shuqualak, MS
North Carolina
Fred Taylor
Troy Lumber Co.
The vote will
take place at the
Grand Opening
Session on Friday
morning, July 24.
PAC Live Auction
and Raffle!
We will have a mini-live auction on Friday, July 24 during the Chairman’s Gala.
Proceeds from the auction will benefit the SLMA PAC.
The following prizes (at time of printing) have been donated for the auction:
► Round of golf for
four at White Oak Plantation and four tickets to White Oak
Conservation Center. (Yulee, Florida)
Donated by Gilman Building Products
►Two rounds of golf for
four at Champions Retreat with overnight
accommodations for four. (Augusta, Georgia)
Donated by Pollard Lumber Company
►Deer hunting trip includes: evening hunt
at Pauline Place and overnight
accommodations at the lodge and a morning hunt the following day.
(Allendale County, SC.) Donated by Elliot Sawmilling Co., Inc.
► [2]
ride along sessions [30minutes each] on the famed Virginia International
Raceway in an authentic NASCAR. Stock car at speeds up to 160 mph with
driver Ken Morgan.
Donated by Morgan Lumber Co., Inc.
► 3 night stay in
a 4 bedroom, 3 bath condo at Majestic Beach Resort in Panama
City Beach, Florida.
Donated by Griffin Lumber Company
***The above prizes are for the auction during the Chairman’s Gala. Other
prizes will be raffled off Saturday evening at the Farewell Party. Tickets for the
raffle will be available for purchase during the conference at the Information
Desk.
The purpose of the Southeastern Lumber Manufacturers Association Political Action
Committee is to work within the federal election process to further the goals of the association through direct involvement in supporting candidates for the United States Congress.
Contact Christy Sammon at 770-301-7359 for more information.
2009 Conference Sponsors
PLATINUM LEVEL
Conference Gift
Welcome Reception—
Wednesday
Expo Reception—
Thursday
SILVER LEVEL
Name Badge Lanyards
Conference Guide
Refreshment Break
Wine ‘n Wisdom
Session
Refreshment Break
Issues Forum
Signage and Golf Balls
BRONZE LEVEL
Shopping Shuttle
(2) Golf Holes
(2) Golf Holes