Meet us here at the Holiday Inn Express in Williams, AZ to start our journey through Arizona and Utah exploring America’s Unique and Awe inspiring Park System.

• Lodging included in registration
• 1150 W. Cataract Lake Rd, Williams, AZ 86046

• Walkable from Hotel
• Short introductions, Discuss the week’s events, Q & A session

• Dinner included in your registration

• Breakfast at Hotel

• 10 S Entrance Rd, Grand Canyon Village, AZ 86023

The Grand Canyon is a steep-sided canyon carved by the Colorado River in the state of Arizona in the United States. President Theodore Roosevelt was a major proponent of preservation of the Grand Canyon area, and visited it on numerous occasions to hunt and enjoy the scenery.

Navajo Bridge is a pair of steel spandrel arch bridges that cross the Colorado River near Lee’s Ferry in northern Arizona.  he dual spans of Navajo Bridge are tied at ninth place among the highest bridges in the United States with nearly identical heights of 467 feet

• Breakfast at hotel

• Breakfast at hotel

Bryce Canyon, which despite its name, is not a canyon, but a collection of giant natural amphitheaters along the eastern side of the Paunsaugunt Plateau. The red, orange, and white colors of the rocks provide spectacular views for park visitors. Bryce sits at a much higher elevation than nearby Zion National Park. The rim at Bryce varies from 8,000 to 9,000 feet 

•  150 W. Center Street, Kanab, UT 84741

• Dinner included in Registration

• Breakfast at hotel

•  Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, US-89, Lake Powell, AZ 84533

The 710-foot high dam was built by the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation from 1956 to 1966 and forms Lake Powell, one of the largest man-made reservoirs in the U.S. with a capacity of 27 million acre feet (33 km³). The dam is named for Glen Canyon, a series of deep sandstone gorges now flooded by the reservoir.

•  Get Gas before we depart
• Lunch included with registration

• 1.5 Hour tour

•  488 N Main St, Moab, UT 84532

• Breakfast at hotel

Arches National Park is adjacent to the Colorado River, 4 miles north of Moab, Utah. It is home to over 2,000 natural sandstone arches, including the world-famous Delicate Arch, in addition to a variety of unique geological resources and formations. It contains the highest density of natural arches in the world

• 53 W 400 N. Moab, UT 84532

• Lunch included in Registration
• BBQ Goodbye Lunch

• 488 N Main St, Moab, UT 84532

1 ½  hour driving time to “Grand View Point” plus two stops for photos (20 min each)  Sunset will be at 7:20pm, plan on arriving 30 minutes prior.

Arrive at Canyonlands National Park Grand View Point

•  Breakfast at hotel

Travel safely home and thank you for joining the

MiM ‘National Park Tour’

• NCM Blvd.

•  Driver meeting
• NCM Conference Center
• Included in registration
• Monday night lodging – Not included in registration

• Stage front circle – Parking Lot A

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Want to know a few of the secrets behind the making of Maker’s Mark? Looking for a fascinating trip back in time? Just want to take in some of Kentucky’s most breathtaking natural beauty? Makers Mark Distillery is the place to go! Lunch at the Star Hill Provisions restaurant – located at the renovated Distiller’s House on property.

•  3350 Burks Spring Rd. Loretto, KY 40037
• Approximately 95 miles
• Tour, tasting and lunch included in registration

•  1608 KY-227, Carrollton, KY 41008
• Approximately 102 miles

The hilltop Butler Lodge is an attraction within itself. Listen to the piano and admire the Ohio River valley view. Each of the rooms feature a private balcony or patio overlooking the pool or hillside. This hilltop resort is the essence of river town charm, featuring the warm glow of polished brass and rich woodwork.

• http://parks.ky.gov/parks/resortparks/general-butler/
• 1608 KY-227, Carrollton, KY 41008
• Lodging included in registration

The Two Rivers’ name and fish camp décor is a reference to the Ohio and Kentucky Rivers, which meet in the local area. Serving the signature Kentucky favorites with locally grown produce.

•  Located in Lodge
• Dinner included in registration

• Breakfast included in registration

•  1 Ark Encounter Dr. Williamstown, KY 41097
• Approximately 41 miles

Ark Encounter features a full-size Noah’s Ark, built according to the dimensions given in the Bible. Spanning 510 feet long, 85 feet wide, and 51 feet high, this modern engineering marvel amazes visitors young and old. Ark Encounter is situated in beautiful Grant County in Williamstown, Kentucky.

•  Day on your own to explore the Ark
• Buffet Lunch at the Ark
• Meet back at parking lot at 3:30pm
• Admission included in registration

•  1968 KY-227, Carrollton, KY
• Approximately 40 miles

Highly regarded locally, this traditional Mexican restaurant has indoor and outdoor seating, and a reputation for EXCELLENT service.

• Dinner included in registration

•  1608 KY-227, Carrollton, KY 41008
• .9 miles
• Lodging included in registration

• Breakfast included in registration

Tours begin at our all-new visitors center located at Daddy Joe’s Bar & Grill! There, you’ll begin with some history of Taylor Made, have the opportunity to sip your favorite beverage, and even shop local artisans in our gift shop!

•  1215 High Point Dr, Nicholasville, KY 40356

Taylor Made is an 1,100 acre Thoroughbred paradise located in Nicholasville, Kentucky. Upon arrival, you will be treated like a part of the Taylor Family and get to see firsthand what it takes to make a Champion! As your experience begins, you and your farm host will visit a mare & foal division where you will see the foaling quarters, paddocks, and of course the future stars! You’ll then make you way to a yearling division where you’ll learn about the transition from weanlings to yearlings. Finally, you’ll visit the Stallion Complex. Please note: Tours at Taylor Made last about 1-1.5 hours and are a combination of walking and driving. The tour is suitable for all ages. Photos and videos are encouraged. Please keep in mind we are a working horse farm and we have to put the wellbeing of the horse first.

• Tour admission included in registration

Located in the Horse Capital of the World, Keeneland is an internationally renowned racecourse and the Thoroughbred industry’s leading auction house. Founded in 1936, Keeneland’s mission is to continually invest in the industry and to preserve the tradition of Thoroughbred racing. Overlooking the Paddock, the Phoenix Room offers buffet dining in a business casual setting.

•   4201 Versailles Rd, Lexington, KY 40510
• Phoenix Room Pkg
• Buffet Lunch
• Lunch included in registration

 Leave on your own from Keeneland or drive back with the caravan. The afternoon and evening are yours to explore!

• 1608 KY-227, Carrollton, KY 41008
• Approximately 63 miles
• Dinner on your own

• Breakfast included in registration

Special THANKS to the generosity of KSP Trooper Island who are supplying the bus for transportation to and from the City of Louisville. As you know – it is sometimes very hard to stick together and find parking – so we are relieving that extra stress. Sit back and enjoy the ride and give Trooper Jonathan Biven and his bus driver an extra high five!

Take a guided tour through the factory where Louisville Slugger bats are crafted with the same pride that started in 1884. Watch the wood chips fly as you walk right through the heart of our production line. Every step of the way, you’ll encounter each step in the bat-making process. You’ll smell the wood, see the sizzling brand, hear great stories, and witness history-in-the-making. After the tour, everyone gets a FREE miniature Louisville Slugger bat.

• 30-minute guided tour starts 9:20am
• Shop Louisville Slugger Museum Store
• Tour included in your registration

Lunch cruise on the Mary M. Miller – Louisville Belles little sister! She was named after Louisvillian Mary Millicent Miller, who also happened to be the first woman to ever attain her steamboat captain’s license way back in 1884. 95 gross tons / 90’ length / 30’ breadth / 6.1’ depth.

•  Board 11:30am
• Cruise 12:00pm – 2:00pm
• Buffet Lunch

• Cruise and Lunch included in registration

The Kentucky Derby Museum takes visitors through every stage of a Thoroughbred’s life, from birth to the First Saturday in May. Learn about all the great history of the race dating back to the inaugural running in 1875 to our most recent Kentucky Derby champion and experience all the traditions that have transformed the race into what it is today.

•  Access to two floors of interactive permanent and temporary exhibits.
• Viewing of the “The Greatest Race“, a 360° 18-minute media experience that will make your heart race and emotions soar
• Historic Walking Tour of Churchill Downs Racetrack led by our knowledgeable tour guides, as well as a view of the racetrack, finish line, Winner’s Circle and the iconic Twin Spires.
• Access to the Gift Shop and Derby Café

• Buffet Dinner
• Dinner included in registration