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ToP Network Annual Gathering 2016
2016 Gathering and Arizona Experience
Arizona Experience: Pre-Gathering Adventures
Grand Canyon Adventure
 Tuesday, January 5 2016 | $150
Join your colleagues for a custom day-long tour to the Grand Canyon. This special adventure includes all entry fees and a guide. Meals are on your own. We will explore the many majestic viewpoints and vistas adorning the Canyon and be sure to visit a few gift shops and museums. Then off to the Navajo Nation’s Cameron Trading Post and views of the Little Colorado River Gorge! On our return, we will get a close up view of the astonishing San Francisco Peaks, towering at over 12,600 feet…Arizona’s highest elevation. A quick dinner will be offered before returning to the Valley of the Sun. This adventure will be one that your family and friends will remember forever.
Photo credit: Peter Lin
Pre-Registration Required by November 20. 2015
Registration and payment are made directly to Vaughn's Southwest Tours
Call Karl at 602-971-1381 and tell her you are with ToPs
 Sedona Adventure
Wednesday, January 6, 2016 | $25 transportation only
Enjoy a special day exploring the Sedona area with your colleagues. Small groups will travel in private vehicles up through the Verde Valley to explore Sedona and its magical red rock features, unique shops and galleries. Moderate walking is required and lunch is on your own. Pre-Registration is required by selecting this option as part of your registration. You will need to bring the $25 in cash the day of to pay for gas.
Sedona Adventure Plus
Wednesday, January 6, 2016 | See websites below for cost of add-on
For some additional excitement on the Sedona Adventure, you can add a trip on the Verde Canyon Railroad or a Pink Jeep Tour! Hang on to your cowboy hat!
Please use the links below to register and pay for your add-ons directly.
Verde Canyon Railroad
For a fully accessible, stress-free wilderness experience book a ride on the Verde Canyon Railroad. January is Eagle Watch for the nesting American bald eagles that call the canyon home.
Photo credit: Verde Canyon Railroad
Contact the Verde Canyon Railroad directly at http://www.verdecanyonrr.com/. Train leaves at 1:00 p.m.
Pink Jeep Tours
Travel through wild Sedona in an iconic Pink Jeep to view some of the most beautiful red rock formations in Red Rock Country.
Important Note: You will need to select a two hour tour leaving at 2 p.m
Other Fun Stuff You Won't Want to Miss as Part of the Arizona Experience
 Sunset Happy Hour at El Chorro Lodge
5 p.m. to close | Thursday, January 7, 2016 | No Host
Walk down the street and Join your ToP Network friends for a no host sunset happy hour on the patio of the historic El Chorro Lodge for an authentic Arizona dining experience with stunning views of Camelback Mountain.
Campfire and Cowboy Poet Dean Cook
7-9 PM | Friday, January 8, 2016 | Cost included in registration
Following dinner, head out to the Franciscan Renewal Center’s campfire area for an evening with Dean Cook songwriter, storyteller, and sometimes cowboy poet and native Arizonan who weaves his life experiences into his work, reflecting Arizona and the West as it was, is, and could be. Enjoy what will prove to be a spectacular evening under the stars. Skip dessert at dinner and expect to enjoy a s’more or two at the campfire.
Evening Dine Around
5:30 p.m. to whenever | Saturday, January 9, 2016 | No Host
Once at the Franciscan Renewal Center, sign-up to join your friends for an evening on the town. Many options will be offered. Just pick one and be ready to go at 5:30 p.m. Sure to please.
Local Attractions and On-Site Activities
Times and dates will be posted at the Gathering
 Sign up for a visit to the Heard Museum, the Desert Botanical Garden, the Musical Instrument Museum and Old Town Scottsdale. Shucks...do ‘em all! Once a car load of you and your closest friends have agreed on where and when to go…just jump in the car. Local attraction visits will only be available outside the Gathering event and pre and post courses.
Each morning wake up to Yoga and book charting! At your leisure, check out the numerous amenities found at the Franciscan Renewal Center including areas of worship, dedicated spaces for meditation, healing gardens and an assortment of trails for desert walks. Be sure to walk the desert labyrinth and enjoy a pristine desert pool and spa experience.
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