July 22-26 Kingsmill Resort Williamsburg, VA

July 22-26
Kingsmill Resort
Williamsburg, VA
The Governor’s Palace, Colonial Williamsburg
Preliminary Schedule of Events
Wednesday, July 22
8:30 am - 9:30 am
9:30 am - 11:30 am
11:30 am - 12:00 pm
12:15 pm - 1:30 pm
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Thursday, July 23
8:30 am - 9:30 am
8:30 am - 9:30 am
9:30 am - 10:30 am
9:30 am - 10:30 am
10:45 am - 11:45 am
Afternoon
12:15 pm - 4:00 pm
12:30 pm - 3:30 pm
4:45 pm - 9:00 pm
Executive Committee *
Board of Directors *
Leadership Council joins Board of Directors *
Board & Leadership Lunch with Spouses * Registration / Information Desk
Red, White & Blue Family Picnic
Colston
Colston
Colston
Pettus House
Whittaker & Deck
Burwell Plantation Lawn
Membership Committee
Education Committee
Safety/Risk Management Committee HDD Committee
General Session: Discovery of Jamestowne - Hidden for 300 Years
Lunch on Own
At Leisure
Governor’s Palace & Colonial Williamsburg**
Explore Jamestowne Colony American’s First Settlement
followed by dinner at Jamestown Rediscovery
Whittaker
Randolph
Colston
Tazewell
Burwell Plantation
Friday, July 24
8:30 am - 9:30 am
Government Relations Committee
9:45 am - 11:00 am
Business Session: Workforce Development: Next Steps
11:15 am - 12:15 pm DCA Golfers Lunch**
12:30 pm - 5:00 pm
DCA Golf Tournament - Shotgun Scramble**
12:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Governor’s Palace & Colonial Williamsburg**
12:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Kayaking on the James River**
1:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Calling All Chocolate Lovers!**
1:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Behind the Scenes Tour - Dewitt Wallace Gallery, Abby Aldrich Folk Art Museum & the Public Hospital**
Evening
Saturday, July 25
9:00 am - 11:00 am
Afternoon
12:30 pm - 4:30 pm
12:45 pm - 5:00 pm
12:45 pm - 4:30 pm
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm Sunday, July 26
Town Hall: Effects of the Affordable Care Act on Business
Lunch on Own
Zip Line and Ropes Course Adventure**
Old Forge Sporting Clays**
Private Sail Aboard Schooner “Alliance” & Walk the Battle Fields of Yorktown**
Group Dinner at Kingsmill Resort
Departure arrangements on own
* Closed meeting
** Optional activities
Depart Front Entrance
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Burwell Plantation
Burwell Plantation
Links Landing
River Course
Depart Main Entrance
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Free Night
Burwell Plantation
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Burwell Plantation Lawn
Mid Year Education
Thursday, July 23
General Session 10:45 am - 11:45 am
Mark Summers
The Discovery of Historic Jamestowne –
Hidden for over 300 years
Mark Summers works alongside Dr. William
Kelso and the archaeologist team on the
Jamestown Rediscovery Project. Mr. Summers earned his MA
in History/Atlantic History at Virginia Tech in 2011. He wrote
much of the text for the 2014 World of Pocahontas exhibition
and has published several articles on religious history.
The exact location of the original fort of the colonists on the
James River was a mystery. Although the prevailing view was
that the site had been washed away by the river long ago, Kelso
& his team firmly believed that the remains of the fort still
existed. They set out to prove their theory.
By late 1996, the team had uncovered evidence of palisades
and the foundations of other structures that confirmed the
identity of the fort. Subsequent excavations recovered hundreds
of thousands of artifacts (such as tools, household items,
weaponry, and body armor), as well as the skeletal remains of
some of the first colonists.
This session will set up our visit to Historic Jamestowne and
evening at the Jamestown Settlement Thursday afternoon. We
invite everyone in the family to participate.
Friday, July 24
Business Session
9:45 am - 11:00 am
Mark Bridgers
Workforce Development: Next Steps
Mark is an avid educator, trainer, and writer
with more than 20 years of industry expertise
including financial performance analysis;
development and implementation of tools to reduce
construction cost, life-cycle cost, and operational friction;
restructuring of processes and procedures, often times using
LEAN Construction techniques; and leader development. He
is a recognized expert in capital construction and operational
challenges. Mark is also author of over 150 articles and research
papers published internationally in industry journals, including
ENR, PE – The Magazine for Professional Engineers, Pipeline
& Gas Journal, Utility Contractor (NUCA), Underground
Contractor, Electric Energy (RMEL) and Electric Perspectives
(EEI).
Mark holds a master’s degree in business administration
from the University of Virginia’s Darden school of Business
and a bachelor’s degree in financial management from Clemson
University. In addition, he earned the designation of Chartered
Property and Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) and Associate in
Reinsurance (ARe).
Saturday, July 25
Town Hall 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Kevin Kuhlman
Effects of the Affordable Care Act on Business
Kevin Kuhlman is a Director of Legislative
Affairs at the National Federation of
Independent Business (NFIB), and is responsible
for managing NFIB’s House of Representatives lobbying and
advocacy team.
Kevin specializes on healthcare and health insurance issues
with Members of Congress and the Administration. Since
1986, NFIB members’ top concern has been the rising cost
of health insurance. Kevin follows the regulatory process and
comments on regulations that impact NFIB’s membership.
Kevin also manages the Small Business Coalition for
Affordable Healthcare, a Washington, DC based coalition
that represents more than 150 small business associations. The
Coalition has spent more than a decade working to increase
access to and affordability of private health insurance. Since
passage of the law, the Coalition has commented on regulations
dealing with health insurance exchanges, the employer
mandate, and the essential health benefits package.
Prior to his tenure at NFIB, Kevin handled healthcare,
labor, education, and small business issues for Congressman
Peter Roskam from Illinois. He started his career on Capitol
Hill as a support and research staff member for the Committee
on Ways and Means.
REGISTRATION FEES
HOTEL RESERVATIONS & RATES
Member couple:
Age 21+: Age 11-20:
Age 0-10:
River Guest Rooms single/double
$1800
$900
$300
No charge
Registration Deadline is June 25, 2015
The Registration fee after this date is $1950 per couple.
DCA Mid Year Meeting registration is on line
Go to www.dcaweb.org and click “Register Now” in the
registration box on the home page. Follow the online
instructions to complete your registration. If you have
questions please contact [email protected].
$219
River One Bedroom Suites$279
(villa style with full kitchen, living room and queen
pull out sofa bed each with a patio or balcony)
Two and three bedroom may be added to the villa based on
contracted guest room rates
Deluxe Guestroom (Wareham’s Pond) $199
Deluxe Suites (same amenities as River suites)
$259
Rates are subject to 11% tax, plus $2.00 per room per night.
Complimentary internet in each guest room.
To make hotel reservations phone 757-253-1703
Monday - Friday 8:00 am – 8:00 pm (EST)
Saturday & Sunday 8:00 am 7:00 pm (EST)
Hotel reservations to be made by June 25.
Reservations made after this date will be accepted on a
space available basis at the DCA contracted rate.
Off-Site Activities
Governor’s Palace & Colonial Williamsburg
DCA Golf Tournament
12:30 pm – 3:30 pm
11:15 am
Friday, July 24
$100.00 per person
The Governor’s Palace, located in Colonial Williamsburg, is
the home of the Colony of Virginia’s Royal Governors. Patrick
Henry served as the first governor and resided at the Governor’s
Palace from 1776-1779 as well as Thomas Jefferson, Virginia’s
second governor. Upon arrival, the group will enter a private
entrance and will be greeted by the Colonial Williamsburg
Curator.
The Palace is a centerpiece and major attraction of the
restored city of Colonial Williamsburg. On December 22,
1781, the main building of the Governor’s Palace was destroyed
by a fire but some outbuildings survived. Through the efforts
of Reverend Dr. W.A.R. Goodwin, rector of Bruton Parish
Church and philanthropist John D. Rockefeller Jr., the elaborate
and ornate palace was carefully recreated. Artifacts, Jefferson’s
drawings, Virginia General Assembly records, and a copperplate
engraving, nicknamed the Bodleian Plate discovered in
England’s Bodleian Library in 1929, were employed in faithful
reconstruction of the original buildings.
At the conclusion of the tour at the Governor’s Palace the
group will be given an overview tour of Historic Colonial
Williamsburg, where you will get a first-hand look at life in the
18th century America.
Friday, July 24
$225 per person inclusive of green fees, cart, lunch and
beverage cart
$70.00 Club Rental
For three decades, the River Course has hosted the world’s
best players on both PGA and LPGA tours. Bordered by the
calm azure waters of the James River, this famed championship
course has tested the mettle of the game’s most famous names.
The course has been reborn thanks to the efforts of original
architect Pete Dye. The renowned course designer tinkered just
enough with his layout, bringing out the subtle details that make
for a truly unforgettable round of golf and earning a Golfweek
Magazine Top Ten Virginia Course distinction.
Kayaking on the James River
Friday, July 24
12:30 pm – 5:00 pm
$95.00 per person
On this unique event, you will begin on Powhatan Creek
paddling through the meandering scenic tidal wetlands to
the James River where you will view Jamestown Island and
Jamestown Settlement from the water.
Powhatan Creek and its surrounding woodlands are home
to a variety of wildlife. Osprey, bald eagles, geese, swans, ducks,
turtles and fauna. You may want to bring your binoculars. Don’t
forget to wear water shoes or sandals!
Minimum age requirement: 10 years
Maximum weight: 300 lb
Calling All Chocolate Lovers!
Friday, July 24
1:00 pm – 4:30 pm
$90.00 per person
This is your chance to learn how to make chocolate bark and
hand-rolled chocolate truffles. Have fun discovering the
sophisticated, slightly spicy, decadently, rich flavors of chocolate.
Dark, deep, and mysterious, the mere mention of chocolate can
cause swooning and watering of the mouth. Unlock its secrets
and learn to pair this prized flavor with the fresh flavors from
the garden in this hands-on lesson conducted by Pastry Chef
Rodney Diehl.
Behind the Scenes Tour - Dewitt Wallace Gallery
Abby Aldrich Folk Art Museum & the Public
Hospital
Friday, July 24
1:00 pm – 4:30 pm
$100.00 per person
Upon arrival to the DeWitt Wallace Gallery, you will join curators
for a private tour of Colonial Williamsburg’s world-renowned
decorative arts collections. The gallery journeys through the
history of Williamsburg. The artifacts on display at the museum
include furniture, metals, ceramics, glass, paintings, prints,
firearms, and textiles from the 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries.
The gallery is located adjacent to a recreation of the first
American institution devoted solely to treating the mentally ill.
Walk amongst the haunting voices of past inhabitants of this
“part jail, part infirmary” hospital ward. The tour will continue
to the Abby Aldrich Galleried, home to the largest collections
of American folk art including an amazing variety of paintings,
sculptures, and other objects created by talented, self-trained
artists and craftsmen.
Action-packed and exciting, sporting clays is a sure bet for an
enjoyable outing.
Old Forge Sporting Clays, has a superb NSCA 5-Stand and
about 250 different shots to challenge any shooter’s ability at
clay shooting. You will be greeted by George and Butch, owners
of Old Forge Sporting Clays.
Transfer time 30 minutes
Requirements: Must be able to hold a double barrel shotgun.
Zip Line and Ropes Course Adventure
Saturday, July 25
12:30 pm – 4:30 pm
$140.00 per person
Participants will be equipped with harness, pulleys, and carabineers to explore the forest canopy 40 feet above the ground.
Spanning across 7 acres, the course features various obstacles
include 5 zip lines, Tarzan swings, rope ladders, bridges, and
trapezes in some of the USA’s most breathtaking Scenery.
Prior to heading to the course there will be a 30 minute
training session and caters to all skill levels.
Travel Time: 30 minutes
Requirements:
Minimum age: 10 years old
Minimum height: 55 inches
Maximum weight: 285 lbs (subject to harness fit)
Old Forge Sporting Clays
Saturday, July 25
12:45 pm – 5:00 pm
$150.00 per person
Sporting Clays was developed in England with targets
representing various game to hone the hunter’s skills. Compared
by some to be “golf with a shotgun”, sporting clays has quickly
become one of the top participation sports in the country.
Private Sail Aboard Schooner Alliance & Walk the
­Battle Fields of Yorktown
Saturday, July 25
12:45 pm – 4:30 pm
$165.00 per person
Board the Schooner Alliance, a 105 foot gaff-rigged schooner.
She gets her name from the French and American “alliance” that
was instrumental in winning the war of independence in 1781.
Four centuries ago, Captain John Smith explored the waters
around Yorktown aboard a small sailing vessel while trading
with the Powhatan Indians. Join him in spirit when you sail
aboard the Alliance. The knowledgeable crew will harmonize
past with present as you view the Victory Monument along the
banks of the York River, sight dolphins or osprey, sail by working
watermen, or perhaps cruise past a naval warship or submarine.
Then disembark the schooner and walk some of the most
famous battle fields of the American Revolution, where in
1781 General George Washington’s resounding defeat of Lord
Cornwallis’s British army causing the British to surrender and
effectively ending the American Revolutionary War.
Explore Historic Jamestowne & Jamestown Settlement Colony American’s First Settlement
Thursday, July 23 - 4:45 pm - 9:00 pm
On May 14, 1607, the Virginia Company settlers landed
on Jamestown Island to establish an English colony. It
was inside this fort that England’s first permanent colony
in North America took hold and the seeds for the United
States of America grew. You will hear from the experts who
are adding vibrant details to the Jamestown story with their
archaeological research.
It is a dramatic story. Disease, famine, and sporadic
attacks from the neighboring Powhatan Indians took
a tremendous toll on the early population of James Fort.
However, there were times when trade with the Powhatan
revived the colony with food in exchange for glass beads,
copper, and iron tools. In the winter of 1609-10, about 300
settlers crowded into James Fort when the Indians set up a
siege, and only 60 settlers survived to the next spring. Some
years of peace and prosperity followed the 1614 wedding
of Pocahontas, the favored daughter of Chief Powhatan, to
tobacco grower John Rolfe.
As you walk amongst the archaeological dig and see the
remnants of the original fort will find the thrilling story of
America’s birthplace.
The visit to the archaeological site will be followed by
dinner at the Jamestown Settlement Rediscovery. You will
tour the replicas of the three ships that set sail for the new
land and have dinner in the recreation of James Fort.
Replicas of the three ships that brought the settlers to Jamestown
The f irst ships to bring over Jamestown colonists were the
“Susan Constant”, The “Godspeed”, & The “Discovery.”
For a preview go to http://www.history.com/topics/jamestown and http://historicjamestowne.org
Kingsmill Resort
About the hotel and surrounding area
Kingsmill Resort sits in the middle of the Historic Triangle
which includes Jamestown, Colonial Williamsburg and
Yorktown. Jamestown was the first permanent English
settlement in the Americas founded in 1607. Williamsburg
was founded in 1632 as a fortified settlement on high ground
between the James and York Rivers. The city served as the
capital of the Colony of Virginia from 1699 to 1780 and was the
center of political events in Virginia leading to the American
Revolution. Yorktown played a significant role in both the
Revolutionary and Civil Wars. It is most famous as the site of
the siege and subsequent surrender of General Cornwallis to
General George Washington and the French Fleet during the
American Revolutionary War on October 19, 1781.
Kingsmill Resort is not just another resort it is a world
unto itself. It has an unparalleled range of accommodations,
stunning setting along the James River, and boundless range of
recreational activities and leisure pursuits on the grounds and
surrounding areas.
The Resort offers two outdoor pools, water sports such as jet
skis, pontoon boat rental, paddle boards and sea cycles, Segway
tours, biking, hiking, spa, golf and tennis. Complimentary
shuttles to Colonial Williamsburg, Busch Gardens, Water
Country and shopping in Williamsburg.
For more information on neighboring Colonial Williamsburg
visit http://www.colonialwilliamsburg.com/discover.
Airports located near Williamsburg
Richmond International Airport (RIC)
Approximately 45 minutes transfer time
Norfolk International Airport (ORF)
Approximately 45 minutes transfer time
Williamsburg/Jamestown Airport (Private Jet)
Approximately 5 minutes transfer time
Weather
Temperatures in July are in the mid to upper 80’s with the
evening lows in the mid 60’s. Humidity may be high with
chances of showers in the afternoon and early evening.
Attire
Comfortable and casual best describe the appropriate attire for
the meeting. Meetings and business sessions are resort casual.
Please see activities for specific attire appropriate for that
activity. As showers are likely during the summer, a light weight
water repellent jacket is recommended.
Distribution Contractors Association
101 W. Renner Rd., Suite 460
Richardson, TX 75082
(972) 680-0261 Fax (972) 680-0461
[email protected]
www.dcaweb.org
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