The Homestead

96th Annual District Conference

-District 7570-

Overlooking the Alleghenies 

What an amazing day to be in Virginia's Allegheny mountains; sunshine, an enthusiastic breeze, and good company. Three of us teamed up with Bill's wife Pam and headed for The Homestead in Hot Springs Virginia; a National Historic Landmark and arguably America's most historic mountain resort.

(L-R) Shane, Bill, and Katy in front of the historic resort hotel.

During the morning session, the Tasmanian team gave their presentation to conference attendees; which they dedicated to recently deceased, Past Ditrict Governor Maurice Hill. The Tassie team gave an entertaining and informative presentation complete with a virtual field trip through Australia, some native fauna, Men at Work, and a rousing rendition of Waltzing Matilda. All-in all they presented well and gave us a preview of what we'll be doing in a few weeks at the Tasmanian district conference. We wrapped up our trip by attending the awards lunch and a leisurely drive back to Lexington through Goshen Pass; Virginia's oldest state-managed natural area.

The Tasmanian team during their presentation.