BANFF WORKSHOP AND BALL 2012
RSCDS
Calgary Branch will host a workshop and ball in Banff in 2012, coinciding
with
the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II, the patron of the RSCDS.
The
Venue: Banff Centre for the
Performing Arts
Located
in Banff National Park, a 1 ½ drive west of Calgary, the Banff Centre is
just
minutes from the Banff town site and offers spectacular views of the
Canadian
Rocky Mountains. This venue includes accommodation, restaurant
and
pub, wonderful sprung dance floors, and recreational facilities, including a
swimming
pool and hot tub. An award-winning
chef will provide five star meals.
From
Calgary International Airport there are several options to get to the Banff
Centre:
- Rent
a car – All major rental companies are located at the airport. Parking
is free at the Banff Centre.
- Shuttle
bus service – This is available from the airport to Banff Centre with
either Airporter or Brewster. Reservations are recommended.
Note: As you will be staying in a National
Park, you will need to purchase a
3-day
Park Pass as you enter the park.
The
Music: Laird Brown and the Scottish Accent
The
Teachers: Marjorie McLaughlin, Sue
Porter, Simon Scott, Ron Wallace
Space
is limited so get your application in early. Final payment is due by June 30, 2012.
Links:
Banff National Park www.pc.gc.ca/pn-np/ab/banff/index.aspx
Banff Centre www.banffcentre.ca
Airporter www.airporter.ca
Brewster www.brewster.ca