July 6, 2015
The Pacific NorthWest Economic Region's 25th Annual Summit, July 12-16 in Big Sky, Montana, is almost here!

The biggest cross-border issues and regional challenges impacting economic development, trade and our natural resources and environment will be discussed and addressed at in-depth workshops and policy sessions.
1) Register!
Secure your spot on the tour of your choice and plan ahead on your trip by registering for the 2015 Summit ahead of time. Visit our event homepage for all the pertinent details. 
2) Check out the Updated Schedule!
See detailed versions of our entire agenda - including working group topics, keynote speakers and reception details. Registration opens at 11:30 a.m. on Sunday at the Grand Atrium in the Yellowstone Conference Center. 
3) Tuesday Policy Tours and Reception
Summit attendees receive complementary registration for one of six immersive afternoon policy tours on Tuesday, July 14 to see Montana innovation and industry at work. Agriculture, water policy, recreation manufacturing, Bozeman's high-tech cluster, craft brewing and distilling and the economics of national park tourism are featured on these exciting and educational outings. 

Explore our tour selection in detail at www.pnwer.org/policy-tours.html.

To register for tours, log back in to your event registration at regonline.com/2015pnwersummit or give PNWER a call at 206-443-7723. 

All tours will meet at the Tuesday Evening Reception at the Museum of the Rockies in Bozeman.

If you are not participating on any tour and plan to attend the reception, please reserve a seat on the bus during registration or plan to drive. 

Please mark on your registration whether you will be driving, taking the bus, or not attending. 
4) Meet your Fellow Delegates!
Visit the Welcome Cafe in the Grand Atrium while you register on Sunday to meet your fellow PNWER delegates, enjoy coffee and snacks, and learn about the many activities and amenities available at Big Sky Resort. Hosted by NBAR and Wilks Ranch. 
5) Book your Hotel Room!
Shoshone one-bedroom suiteTo make a room reservation, please call (800) 548-4486 and let the associate know you arewith the PNWER Annual Summit. They can help you select the best room type for your needs. Online booking is not available. 

6) Plan Your Travel! 
Find driving directions to the resort, see options for air travel and get information on shuttle services to-and-from Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport on our travel page

7) Pack your Western Duds for the Pitchfork Fondue!
Remember your cowboy hat, bandanas and boots for our Monday night reception, held from 6:30 - 9:00 p.m. at the Lone Peak Pavilion.
Featuring a traditional Pitchfork Fondue and the music of the Lone Mountain Trio, this reception offers a true taste of Montana culture. Hosted by Imperial. 

The Western-themed barbecue at our 2009 summit in Boise was a heap of fun, and this will be no different. 


8) Register your Spouse!
Is your spouse attending Big Sky? Update your registration to bring them to the full event or for individual receptions and meals. Spouses need to reserve their own seat for Tuesday policy tours and for bus transportation to the Tuesday night reception at the Museum of the Rockies.
9) Plan the Trip of a Lifetime!
See the wide range of fun activities and nearby destinations at bigskyresort.com/things-to-do.
 Thank you to our major sponsors for 2015: