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Judith Winfrey's photo by Gregory Miller.
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"…SSAWG was the best conference, the one where you really learn valuable, applicable information."
"My first time at SSAWG was so invigorating. Joe and I had been hearing for years from all of our grower friends about how SSAWG was the best conference, the one where you really learn valuable, applicable information. We had just started farming our own operation… It was wonderful to hear from experienced farmers from around the Southeast, who were so kind and patient with us… We have come to see the SSAWG community as an invaluable nurturing network where we get to catch up with friends and farmer heroes… and look forward to the annual conference as a required touchstone, reminding us each year where we've come from, where we are and where we want to go."
—Judith Winfrey, Love is Love Farm, Slow Food Atlanta (GA) |
The Most Affordable Rates Are for the Birds—Early Birds, That Is!
Savings Ends Dec 20! December 20th is the deadline for the early bird rates. Download a registration form here and get it postmarked no later than Dec 20th for the lowest conference rates. Or register online. We accept, via mail, checks made payable to Southern SAWG. We accept, via mail and online, VISA, Master Card, American Express and Discover credit cards. Pre-registration continues through midnight on January 8th. After that, registration will be on location in Mobile. |
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Affordable Hotel Rates!
The Southern SAWG group lodging rate is just $90.00 this year. This excellent and affordable rate is only guaranteed before January 4, 2014 and you must state you are with the Southern SAWG group. The $90.00 lodging rate will be extended to conference participants three days before and three days after the event, to allow you to spend a little time enjoying the coast and area attractions. Click here for lodging details. |
Looking for a Roommate?
If you wish to share a lodging room, please post a notice on our Facebook event page. And while you are there, be sure to invite your Facebook friends to the conference! Please note, we take no responsibility for these arrangements and recommend you take normal caution in connecting with people online.
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Looking for Affordable Transportation?
An affordable option is to try carpooling. Check out our online carpool system using erideshare. Click to view ride requests and offers OR to post ride requests and offers. Password is SSAWG2014.
Megabus (not your grandma's Greyhound bus) offers low-cost, greener transportation with limited stops to Mobile. Megabus fleet features include reclining seats, restrooms and wi-fi. Visit their site to see if you live near one of the cities they serve. Many are under $100 for a round trip ticket. The earlier you book, the cheaper the rates. |
Holiday Gift Giving Idea for Your Favorite Farmer—Or You
Looking for a unique gift idea for your favorite farmer? Surprise him or her with a gift that grows season after season, a registration to the Southern SAWG conference. Or, if YOU want to go, drop a hint by forwarding this message to someone you know. No worries about picking the right color or size. This conference will definitely fit your needs.
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Convenient and Affordable Childcare
We have identified a unique professional childcare service in Mobile that will offer a special discount to Southern SAWG conference participants. If a minimum of seven children are signed up for their services, Sunshine Sue's Playgarden staff will set up operation and provide services at The Battle House Hotel, across the street from the Convention Center. It's affordable childcare and is oh, so convenient. And you can get the most out of the conference for your time and money—it's elementary! |
Join Us on the Coast this January!
Have you made your plans to attend yet? We have a great lineup with plenty of session offerings. Click here to see our full program and you’ll see there’s just no sense in missing this year’s conference. |
Be a 2014 Conference Sponsor
There's still time to become a conference sponsor. Your presence helps hundreds of farmers, community food advocates, educators and researchers across the South, and it distinguishes you as a supporter of the sustainable agriculture movement. Click here to learn more and show your support. |
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