Dress
In general during the workshop, dress will be casual. No formal workshop events are planned. Please wear attire appropriate to be out in the field. For safety purposes, closed shoes will be required unless otherwise approved. Personal protective equipment will be provided as necessary. Other items you are advised to pack:
- Rain gear (we will be doing all activities rain or shine),
- A hat,
- Sunglasses,
- Sun block,
- Mosquito repellant, and
- A water bottle.
The weather in Iowa in June tends to be around 90 degrees Fahrenheit for a high, and 65 degrees Fahrenheit for a low, with moderate to high amounts of humidity. The UV index is high, so sun block, a hat and layers are highly recommended.
Travel
Travel arrangements to and from Davenport, Iowa are the responsibility of participants. Cost of travel by air or through mileage reimbursement will be paid by National PETE up to a maximum of $420.00. Applicants are responsible for their airfare purchase even if they must withdraw from the Institute and cancel or change flights.
Lodging
During the Institute, everyone, unless other arrangements are approved by PETE, will be staying at the Radisson Quad City Plaza, 111 East 2nd Street Davenport, IA 52801. Each participant will be provided his/her own room. National PETE has made hotel reservations for you, and hotel room and tax will be billed to the National PETE master account. However, you will need a credit card to secure your room at registration, and to cover all other incidentals (for which you are responsible – National PETE will not cover any incidentals). Reservation codes will be provided to each Participant individually.
Payment for lodging outside of the workshop timeframe or for non-participating companions will be the responsibility of the participant.
Local travel between the Hotel and training site will be provided. The hotel provides transportation to and from airport.
Meals
Some meals will be provided during the Institute. A registration fee of $75 is charged to participants (reimbursed on travel forms) to cover cost of snacks, beverages, three noon lunches and the closing banquet. All other meals, including those during travel, will be reimbursed on a per diem basis. Participants will need to submit a reimbursement form no later than 30 days following the end of the Institute.