Contents
NIRSA Welcome Letter
Letter from AORE
Region II Leadership Team
Host Committee & Schools
Schedule At-A-Glance
Detailed Schedule
Richmond Omni Map
Vendor Expo Map
Vendors
About RVA
NIRSA Welcome Letter
Welcome to The River City!
We hope you’ve come to the 2014 NIRSA Region II Conference and Student Lead On ready to do more than
just dip your toes in; when you dive headfirst into the sessions, preconference workshops, certification
courses, and professional networking opportunities in store for you and over 400 of your colleagues, you are
sure to find “inspiRIVERation” all throughout your time in Richmond.
The team from the Recreation and Wellness Department at the University of Richmond, and from other
Virginia Recreational Sports Association institutions, has done amazing work in preparing an overflowing
program for a diverse range of campus recreation students and professionals. Of special note this year is our
enhanced collaboration with the Association for Outdoor Recreation and Education (AORE). Long-time
partners with NIRSA, AORE will be facilitating five preconference opportunities—from certification courses
and trainings to trips and experiences—that soak up the celebrated outdoor features unique to the City of
Richmond and the Piedmont region.
In addition to the outdoor opportunities, the underlying currents guiding this year’s conference program are
the chances to learn and exchange ideas with other students and professionals who, through play, transform
lives and inspire the development of healthy people and healthy communities worldwide.
Today’s students need the ability to adapt amid uncertainty, the capacity to think strategically, and a
penchant to act collaboratively—skills that are fostered by meaningful, inclusive participation in
intramural, club sports, and fitness opportunities. With 55 sessions, an array of networking socials, exciting
roundtable discussions, and renowned keynote speakers, you can immerse yourself in the concepts and
individuals that make campus recreation such a relevant and valued part of the higher education experience.
We wish you a swimming and productive time in Richmond at the NIRSA Region II Conference & Student
Lead On. Be sure and plan to join your colleagues from across all six of NIRSA’s regions this spring, when we’ll
be “Moving Our Values Forward” at the Gaylord Texan in Grapevine, TX for the 2015 NIRSA Annual
Conference & Recreational Sports Expo, March 30 – April 2.
Thank you for being a part of the “inspiRIVERation!”
Laurie Braden,
NIRSA President
Pam Watts,
NIRSA Executive Director
Letter from AORE
Dear Region II Attendees:
Recreation inspires in a variety of different ways, mediums and environments. Through recreation,
we introduce students to a whole range of experiences and activities that many fall in love with.
We understand and appreciate our role in education and recreation and our impact in developing
future stewards, advocates, technicians, leaders and consumers. Many students are exposed to
facets of outdoor recreation, and as a result we are seeing an increased interest and impact on
outdoor recreation across the country. The fundamental skills that are developed during these
recreation experiences help shape these individuals into responsible, healthy, and active members
within their communities.
A trip down the river is inspiring. It can bring participants together as they navigate new waters, it
can increase awareness of self and surroundings. In faster water with a stronger current there can
be both greater reward and risk for running the rapids. The critical elements of success include
proper training, oversight, implementation, leadership and decision making. These requisite
demonstrated skills are developed, practiced, and perfected in a rapidly changing environment in
outdoor recreation, and we see this inspiration transferred back into our students as they apply
and embrace these recreation opportunities.
Our participants carry these experiences throughout their lives. As our suite of services and
programs expand and our participants’ expectations increase, AORE (Association of Outdoor
Recreation and Education) prepares students and professionals with technical skills and provides
them with resources to advance program offerings for their communities. AORE and NIRSA have
worked together to help create professional development opportunities for professional members,
to give them the technical, leadership, and management skills so they are ready for the expanding
needs of a recreational savvy society.
Adventure On
Jeannette Stawski, CAE
AORE Executive Director
Keynote Addresses
Jon Lugbill, Sports Backers Executive Director
For the past 21 years Jon has been the executive director of the Sports Backers, a nonprofit group
dedicated to making our region the most physically active in the country. The Sports Backers
motivate individuals to live an active lifestyle and ultimately inspire the community to join them.
The organization hosts events that provide a celebration of this active lifestyle including Dominion
Riverrock, the nation’s largest outdoor sports and music festivals and the Ukrop’s Monument
Avenue 10k—now one of the 25 largest running events in the world. The Sports Backers also have
some of the nation’s largest training teams, a kids running program with tens of thousands of
participants and a bike infrastructure advocacy effort working to make the region more bike and
pedestrian friendly. The Sports Backers believe the combined impact of encouraging physical
activity in our region will be healthier citizens, a stronger economy and a more vibrant culture. In
2006, 2009 and 2011 the Sports Backers were voted America’s Best Sports Commission by the
National Association of Sports Commissions. As an athlete, Jon won five individual world
championship titles in whitewater canoe slalom and competed in the 1992 Olympic Games. And, he
graduated from the University of Virginia in 1984.
Jeannette Stawski, AORE (Association of Outdoor Adventure and Recreation) Executive Director
Jeannette Stawski is in her fourth year serving as the Association of Outdoor Recreation and
Education’s Executive Director. She is a Leave No Trace Master Educator, a National Outdoor
Leadership School Instructor, a Wilderness Medical Training Center Wilderness Medicine Instructor,
and an Emergency Medical Technician. Jeannette has a B.S. in Resource Policy and Behavior from
the University of Michigan [1998] and is a Certified Association Executive [CAE]. Jeannette
completed 11 years as the Director of Outdoor Adventures at the University of Michigan. Prior to
working for U of M, Jeannette worked for five summers as a professional outdoor guide. She has
mentored over 500 participants while leading multiple extended programs. She has spent over
250 days in the backcountry in Tennessee, Wyoming, Idaho, Montana, Washington, New Zealand,
and Alaska. She also worked for three summers as a professional whitewater guide with over 1,600
river miles on class I-IV Rivers. Jeannette and her husband, Justin, have two children Gretel, 9 and
Thor, 6. She enjoys open water swimming and is currently learning the sport of skate skiing.
NIRSA Mission
NIRSA is a leader in higher education and the advocate for the advancement of recreation, sport,
Region II Leadership Team
David Peters (FL) – Region II Representative
Jenna Nales (KY) – Region II Student Representative
Professionals
Students
Jennifer Hazelrigs (AL)
Shane Land (FL)
Rodney Pegues (GA)
Sean Sherwood (KY)
Jonathan Adams (MS)
Nicole Piscitelli (NC)
Chris Cox (SC)
Jamie Zeller (TN)
Marti Tomlin-Allen (VA)
Andy Darling (WV)
Greg Perkins (AL)
Kari Budnik (FL)
Brandon Miller (GA)
Kimberly Horan (KY)
Paige Bickerstaff (MS)
Justin Mumford (NC)
Jenny Rodgers (SC)
Nick Singer (TN)
Heather Gately (VA)
Laura Gajdosik (WV)
NIRSA Mission
NIRSA is a leader in higher education and the advocate for the advancement of
recreation, sport, and wellness by providing educational and developmental
opportunities, generating and sharing knowledge, and promoting networking and
growth for our members.
NIRSA Vision
NIRSA is the premier association of leaders in higher education who transform lives
and inspire the development of healthy communities worldwide.
Host Committee & Schools
Markus Copeland, VSU
Kelly Harris, UR
Meredith Hawkins, VCU
Anne Knowlson, UR
Cynthia McMillan, UR
Anthony Muscatello, VCU
Deandrea Neal, VSU
Sam Rivers, VSU
Tom Roberts, UR
Andre Ruffin, VSU
Heather Sadowski, UR
Seth Thomas, UR
Marti Tomlin-Allen, UR
University of Richmond
Virginia Commonwealth University
Virginia State University
Schedule At-A-Glance
Tuesday, October 7
Registration Host Table
Wednesday, October 8
Registration Host Table
Pre-Conference Events
Opening Session
Informal Social
All Conference Dinner and Social
4:00pm–8:00pm
7:00am–7:00pm
7:00am–3:30pm
4:30pm–5:45pm
5:45pm–7:00pm
7:00pm–9:00pm
Thursday, October 9
Early Morning Workouts
Registration Host Table
Continental Breakfast
Educational Sessions
Round Table Discussions
State Meetings
Regional Member Network Connection Lunch
Vendor Expo and Dessert
Educational Sessions
Historic Trolley Tours
Late Night Snack
6:00am–9:00am
7:00am–6:00pm
7:00am–9:00am
8:00am–10:10am
10:15am–10:55am
11:00am–11:20am
11:20am–1:00pm
1:00pm–2:00pm
2:00pm–4:55pm
5:00pm–7:45pm
9:00pm–11:00pm
Friday, October 10
Registration Host Table
Mark & Mark Fun Run
Continental Breakfast
Educational Sessions
End of Conference
7:00am–1:00pm
7:00am–8:00am
7:00am–9:00am
8:45am–12:10pm
12:10pm
Detailed Schedule
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Wednesday, October 8
7:00am – 7:00pm Omni Top of the Grand
Registration Host Table: Stop by the Registration Host Table to pick up welcome packet,
conference t-shirt, and name badge. The Registration Host table is available to answer
questions and provide information.
7:00am – 3:30pm University of Richmond
Student Lead-On: Charter buses will leave from the front of the Omni promptly at
7:00am. The SLO will be hosted on the University of Richmond campus. Breakfast and
lunch will be provided.
7:00am – 2:00pm Independence Golf Course
Pre-Conference Golf Tournament: A van will leave from the front of the Omni promptly
at 7:00am. Golfers will play in a 4-person captain’s choice tournament at Independence
Golf Course with the opportunity for a post-tournament tour of the Harry W. Easterly
Museum of Virginia Golf History.
8:00am – 3:00pm University of Richmond
Pre-Conference Equipment Repair School: A charter bus will leave from the front of the
Omni promptly at 8:00am. The Equipment School will target the recreational sports staff
Detailed Schedule
(cont’d) that performs the day-to-day maintenance on many of the equipment they
purchase through outside vendors.
8:00am – 2:30pm Various Locations
Pre-Conference Facility Tours: A charter bus will leave from the front of the Omni
promptly at 8:00am to visit the Collegiate School Aquatic Center, Redskins Training
Camp, the Siegel Center and Cary Street Gym at VCU, and the Robins Center and
Weinstein Center for Recreation and Wellness at UR.
8:00am – 12:00pm Virginia Commonwealth University
Pre-Conference AORE Developing an International Program in Adventure Leadership: A
comprehensive guide for designing and leading an academic or co-curricular international
course in adventure leadership.
8:30am – 1:30pm Belle Isle
Pre-Conference Community Service Project: Participants will depart from the Omni lobby
promptly at 8:30am to walk to the James River. The James River Cleanup and Restoration
Project will be followed by lunch and a walking/history tour of the river with UR Professor
Todd Lookingbill.
12:00pm – 3:00pm James River
Pre-Conference AORE Whitewater Rafting:
Whitewater rafting on the mighty and historic James River; the only place in the country
you can run Class IV white water in a city.
1:00pm – 5:00pm Virginia Commonwealth University
Pre-Conference AORE Climbing Wall Management for Colleges and Universities:
An overview of programming, route setting, equipment, training, and risk
management/legal aspects of managing a climbing area in a university, college, military
and municipal setting.
Detailed Schedule
4:30pm – 5:45pm James River Ballroom
Opening Session: Attend the opening session to meet your conference hosts and
regional/national representatives, gain additional conference information and be inspired
by World Class Canoeist, Jon Lugbill.
5:30pm – 7:00pm Sin ́ Irish Pub
Informal Social: After the opening session and before the All Conference Dinner and
Social stop by Sin ́ to catch up with colleagues and enjoy happy hour specials. Sin ́ is
located two blocks south of the Omni. Trolleys will be shuttling between the Omni, Sin ́
and the VA War Memorial from 6:00pm-10:00pm. Hosted by Musco Sports Lighting.
7:00pm – 9:00pm Virginia War Memorial
All Conference Dinner and Social: Come to the Virginia War Memorial for breathtaking
views of the River City. Enjoy a delicious dinner of local food and beverages (cash bar)
while being entertained by student groups from host committee schools. Trolleys will be
shuttling between the Omni, Sin ́ and the VA War Memorial from 6:00pm-10:00pm.
Hosted by Neptune.
Thursday, October 9
6:00am – 9:00am Omni Lobby
Workout Shuttles: Vans will be leaving from the front of the Omni and shuttling between
the Omni, Cary Street Gym at VCU and the Weinstein Center for Recreation and Wellness
at UR. Vans will depart the Omni every hour on the hour beginning at 6:00am.
7:00am – 6:00pm Omni Top of the Grand
Registration Host Table
Stop by the Registration Host Table to pick up welcome packet, conference t-shirt, and
name badge. The Registration Host table is available to answer questions and provide
information.
Detailed Schedule
7:00am – 9:00am James River Ballroom
Continental Breakfast: All conference attendees are invited to the James River Ballroom
to enjoy a continental breakfast with breakfast burritos before starting the day. Hosted
by Moseley Architects.
7:00am – 8:00am James River Foyer
Les Mills Morning Workouts with Sheldon McBee
BODYCOMBAT®: BODYCOMBAT™ is the ultimate workout to develop co-ordination and
release stress. CXWORX®: CXWORX™ hones in on the torso and sling muscles that
connect your upper body to your lower body.
8:00am – 10:10am AORE Module 1
Shenandoah J
*** Attendees can come and go between the sessions in AORE Modules 1-3
Maximizing the Potential of a Climbing Wall Through Programming:
Bryan Karban and Jeannette Stawski, AORE
Presentation Description: More students come into college with previous indoor climbing
experience than ever before and they bring with them expectations for what a climbing
wall should be. In this session, we will examine some key strategies to maximize the
return on your climbing wall. With intentional programming, quality route setting, and
well trained staff, any climbing space can be an integral part of campus life. This session
will benefit both those considering building a wall and those who already have a climbing
space.
8:00am – 9:25am Programming
Shenandoah H
Serving Students with Disabilities:
Matthew Dunigan and Andrea Snead, University of Central Florida
Presentation Description: In the presentation, participants will learn about terminology
and best practices in the community of people with disabilities.
Detailed Schedule
(Cont’d) Throughout the presentation, we will knock down barriers of interacting with
people with disabilities and ultimately bringing events to your campus for not only a
participant with a disability but also able body participants. NIRSA CEUs: 0.1
Learning Objectives:
1. What is a disability? 3 stages of impairment
2. Disability models and approaches
3. Terminology
4. Avocation for inclusion
5. Building Allies
8:00am – 8:40am Philosophy & Theory, HR, Personal & Professional Qualities Roanoke Room
Training Camp: Developing a New Class of Recruits:
Anthony Muscatello, Virginia Commonwealth University
Presentation Description: As the most popular place to work on campus it can be difficult
to find the best of the best. With the help of "Training Camp" by Jon Gordon we have
developed a comprehensive team development program geared toward creating a
stronger team through stronger individuals. This program prepares employees with the
necessary tools to be successful in our environment.
Learning Objectives:
1. Develop a training camp for new employees.
2. Learn the "Eleven Traits of the Best of the Best" and how to carry those through all
levels of employment.
3. How a play book for staff can be a guide through their employment.
8:00am – 8:40am Personal and Professional Qualities
Networking Bootcamp:
Dana Moore-Lopez, UNC-Pembroke
Potomac EF
Detailed Schedule
Presentation Description: What's all the buzz about Networking? In this session, we will
discuss the importance of networking, the etiquette that goes along with it, and learn
techniques to enhance your networking style.
Learning Objectives:
1. Participants will learn the art of networking by understanding the importance of
building relationships with colleagues.
2. Through the use of interaction with fellow attendees, participants will practice
networking skills to help develop the tools necessary to be a successful networker.
3. Attendees will understand the etiquette that surrounds networking to increase their
networking power.
8:00am – 8:40am Personal and Professional Qualities
Potomac G
Work/Life is NOT About Balance: Joe Boehman, University of Richmond
Presentation Description: Most of us struggle to find “balance” in our lives. A major
stumbling block is in how we define balance, and how we conceptualize the fit of work
with the rest of our interests. You can develop effective “balance” in your life…once you
stop thinking about balance! This presentation will explore individual and organizational
approaches to integrating work and life.
Learning Objectives:
1. Participants will learn why “balance" is the wrong metaphor for understanding the how
to effectively integrate work with other activities, and may in fact be a harmful metaphor.
2. Participants will learn how to employ a simple assessment technique for spending time
on the things and people that matter.
3. Participants will learn how to create a workplace that encourages work/life integration.
8:45am – 10:10am Personal and Professional Qualities
Roanoke Room
Superwoman Syndrome: Balancing Confidence, Imperfection and Leadership:
Cara McFadden, PhD, Elon University
Mila Padgett, University of South Carolina-Aiken
Detailed Schedule
Presentation Description: Women personally and professionally struggle with the desire
for perfection and how to balance career and family. Women are beginning to push back
and seeking strategies for building confidence and being effective leaders. Learn how to
develop a personal plan to allow for imperfections, set priorities, and take time for you
without the guilt. NIRSA CEUs: 0.1
Learning Objectives:
1. Reflect on their personal and professional qualities to restore balance.
2. Identify at least three sources to build effective leadership and confidence.
3. Develop two personal priorities to implement by January 2015.
8:45am – 9:25am Human Resource Management, Personal & Professional Qualities Potomac EF
Guiding Success Through Accountability – A look at an Individual Development Plan:
Taysha Blessington and Austin Shaw, University of West Florida
Presentation Description: We all want success. We all want to leave a legacy. We all
remember most the people that CHOOSE to invest in us as professionals/students. Learn
how to keep yourself and your employees accountable by means of an Individual
Development Plan that will enrich your development accountability and keep you
consistently challenged.
Learning Objectives:
1. Understand the purpose of high impact learning and the process of intentional student
development.
2. Craft an individual development plan/framework that includes a personal mission
statement, definition of leadership, personal/professional goals, and areas of
development.
3. Articulate how leadership development through service creates a positive employee
culture shift and increases productivity.
Detailed Schedule
8:45am – 10:10am Philosophy and Theory, Research and Evaluation
Potomac G
Collegiate Recreational Sports and Student Success:
Greg Corack, Ed.D, Eastern Kentucky University
Presentation Description: Recreational programs are consistently asked to justify
increased financial support with concrete evidence of academic benefit to diverse student
populations. Learn how to craft your own campus research, further justifying your value
as more than just a place of fun, but one of academic value. Examples of data collection
methods, statistical analyses, and implications from a recent university study will be
provided. NIRSA CEUs: 0.1
Learning Objectives:
1. Identify at least two areas of research needed within their campus recreational
program.
2. Articulate two implications research-based data provides for justification of continued
support of campus recreational activities.
3. Learn two techniques for academic data collection on their campus.
9:30am – 10:10am Business Management
Shenandoah H
Planning and Implementing a Brand Ambassador Program:
Andy Howard, University of Florida
Presentation Description: Get your department noticed by getting out of your facility
and in front of patrons. This presentation will look at styles and steps to creating and
administering a successful brand ambassador program, including planning, training,
deployment and assessment. Simultaneously promote your department's services and
programs while preparing your students with experiences that will help them land a job
after graduation.
Learning Objectives
1. Learn industry vocabulary related to brand ambassador programs.
Detailed Schedule
2. Review various successful applications of brand ambassador programs, from popular
brands to campus recreation.
3. Examine the administrative spectrum of a successful brand ambassador program,
including recruiting, planning, training, deployment and assessment.
9:30am – 10:10am Philosophy and Theory, Personal and Professional Qualities Potomac EF
Are You Being Relevant?
Matt McGregor, Longwood University
Steve Bobbitt, James Madison University
Presentation Description: Format will be lecture with small group discussion of topics to
encourage individuals to think about how they can be more relevant on campus and
throughout NIRSA both personally and professional.
Learning Objectives:
1. Discover what issues make Campus Recreation relevant.
2. Investigate topics of relevance throughout NIRSA's history.
3. Explore what will make NIRSA and Campus Recreation relevant in the future.
10:15am – 10:55am Round Table Discussion
Shenandoah J
Round Table Discussion – Outdoor Adventure
10:15am – 10:55am Round Table Discussion
Round Table Discussion – Facilities
Shenandoah H
10:15am – 10:55am Round Table Discussion
Roanoke Room
Round Table Discussion – Fitness and Wellness
10:15am – 10:55am Round Table Discussion
Potomac EF
Round Table Discussion – Intramurals
10:15am – 10:55am Round Table Discussion
Round Table Discussion – Sport Clubs
Potomac G
Detailed Schedule
11:00am – 11:20am State Meeting
State Meeting – WV, KY, AL
James River Ballroom
11:00am – 11:20am State Meeting
State Meeting – Florida
Shenandoah J
11:00am – 11:20am State Meeting
State Meeting – North Carolina
Shenandoah H
11:00am – 11:20am State Meeting
State Meeting – South Carolina
Roanoke Room
11:00am – 11:20am State Meeting
State Meeting – Virginia
Potomac EF
11:00am – 11:20am State Meeting
State Meeting – Tennessee
Potomac G
*MS and GA will not have state meetings
11:20am – 1:00pm James River Ballroom
Regional Member Network Connection Lunch: Attend the business meeting and lunch to
get Region II/ NIRSA updates and be inspired by AORE Executive Director, Jeannette
Stawski. Hosted by Life Fitness and Les Mills.
1:00pm – 2:00pm James River Foyer
Vendor Expo and Dessert The vendor expo will be open from 8:00am-5:00pm and will be
featured as the only conference activity occurring between 1:00pm-2:00pm. Items from
the Silent Auction will be available for bidding. During this time a variety of desserts will
be served throughout the expo area.
Detailed Schedule
2:00pm – 4:10pm AORE Module 2
Shenandoah J
*** Attendees can come and go between the sessions in AORE Modules 1-3
Student Leadership Development through Campus Recreation:
Amanda Even and Jeannette Stawski, AORE
Presentation Description: Leadership development through recreational pursuits
continues to be an area of interest on campus. If you are working on making intramurals,
club and fitness programs stronger, come see and gain knowledge on how adventure
education applies leadership development and ways you may infuse these concepts into
your student leadership planning and progression.
2:00pm – 2:40pm Legal Liability and Risk Management
Shenandoah H
Protect Them, Protect Yourself:
Jean Holt, Old Dominion University
Maile Armstrong, Armstrong Unlimited
Presentation Description: You are notified that the individual who drives for your
summer camp/youth program has just been arrested for DUI. Someone comes to camp
with “the flu.” A staff member is accused of ignoring a camper’s allegations of someone
bullying him. All of these are real-life situations that have occurred at camp (maybe to
you!). How you prepare and deal with them is critical. This session will focus on topics for
camp staff training, questions to “ask yourself” and a process to be used in establishing
procedures (and logistics) to address risk management and safety.
Learning Objectives:
1. Identify key topics to be addressed during staff training.
2. Determine what type of “risk management” framework is most appropriate and
applicable for their program(s).
3. Learn of additional resources available (including ACA Standards and resources).
4. Recognize importance of “doing what you say you do.”
Detailed Schedule
2:00pm – 3:25pm Business Management
Roanoke Room
Vice President’s Panel: David Bowles, University of Florida
Presentation Description: Four Vice Presidents that oversee the Recreation Departments
at their institutions will answer questions by the facilitator and participants attending
this session. The panel includes:
Dr. Virginia Ambler – VP Student Affairs (William and Mary)
Dr. Steve Bisese – VP Student Development (University of Richmond)
Dr. Ellen Neufeldt – VP Student Engagement and Enrollment Services (Old Dominion
University)
Dr. Tim Pierson – VP Student Affairs (Longwood University)
Learning Objectives:
1. Participants will learn how a vice president of student affairs views the contributions of
the collegiate recreation department.
2. Those in attendance will discover the greatest concern a vice president has concerning
the collegiate recreation department.
3. Attendees will learn how vice presidents of student affairs view how the recreation
department contributes to the education and development of their students.
2:00pm – 2:40pm Programming, HR & Business Management, Personal & Professional Qualities
Potomac EF
Ice Ice Breakers:
Scottie Gray, Josh Stewart, Dusty Jackson, and Dillon Haughton, University of Georgia
Presentation Description: This presentation will provide the understanding and
reasoning behind using Ice Breakers with your staff. We will provide multiple examples of
Ice Breakers that attendees can tangibly take away and use with their staff for meetings,
outings, get-togethers, etc. These Ice Breakers not only bring a little fun and lighthardheartedness, but they provide an excellent opportunity to build rapport with your
staff, open lines of communication, and allow everyone know each other a little better.
Detailed Schedule
Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in, as well as walk away with, a guide
for effective delivery of multiple Ice Breakers.
Learning Objectives:
1. At the end of this presentation, the attendees will understand the reasoning and
importance of an effective Ice Breaker.
2. Attendees will tangibly walk away with a handout with instructions for delivering
multiple effect Ice Breakers.
3. Attendees will understand the importance of promoting a fun, rapport building
atmosphere to their meetings or events.
2:00pm – 3:25pm Programming, Facility Management, Planning & Design
Potomac G
Transgender Inclusion in Recreation & Wellness:
Ted Lewis and Marti Tomlin-Allen, University of Richmond
Presentation Description: We will highlight the partnership at UR between the
Department of Recreation and Wellness and the Office of Common Ground's LGBTQ
Campus Life Initiative. Attendees will learn strategies for making your Recreation and
Wellness programs and facilities more inclusive to transgender members. We will discuss
the process of implementing these changes on our campus; including policy development,
and policy roll-out to upper administration as well as training models for staff. As part of
this session we will review the Campus Pride LGBTQ Athlete Report and Sports Index that
includes a new section devoted to Recreational Sports. The second half the session will
be a Roundtable to discuss diversity and inclusion on your campus. NIRSA CEUs: 0.1
Learning Objectives:
1. Attendees will develop strategies for changing their facilities to be more inclusive for
transgender members.
2. Attendees will increase their knowledge of policy changes to programs like sport clubs,
intramurals, and fitness programs to make them accessible to transgender members.
Detailed Schedule
3. Attendees will learn training models for student-staff to grow their cultural
competency when working with transgender members.
4. Attendees will gain insights into how to implement changes on their campuses, using
the University of Richmond as a model.
2:45pm – 3:25pm Programming, Research and Evaluation Shenandoah H
Creating and Evaluating Comprehensive Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor
Training Courses:
Sarah Cheffy, University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Presentation Description: Preparing students to be group fitness instructors and
personal trainers are essential to the success of any fitness program. This workshop will
discuss how to design, present and evaluate a group fitness instructor and personal
trainer preparatory course.
Learning Objectives:
1. Identify three components of a comprehensive personal trainer and group fitness
instructor training course.
2. Discuss ideas for course content.
3. Articulate two teaching techniques to help student retain information.
4. Explain evaluation methods to measure effectiveness of the course.
2:45pm – 3:25pm Programming, Business Management Potomac EF
Keep Your Special Events Special in 2015 and Beyond:
Kelly Ator, Clemson University
Presentation Description: Campus Rec professionals are great event planners, but we
don't always have the resources to produce large-scale events. See how Clemson
University Campus Recreation partnered with The Color Run to provide the Happiest 5K
on the Planet, and how you can do it too! This healthy, community orientated event
brought opportunities for revenue growth and bigger events in the future.
Detailed Schedule
Learning Objectives:
1. Identify 2 benefits of partnering with a specialized event company.
2. Gain a deeper understanding of the elements involved with planning and executing a
large-scale special event.
3. Learn how to include organizations and community groups in large-scale event
management.
3:30pm – 4:55pm LES MILLS
Shenandoah H
Achieve Learning Outcomes by Harnessing Group Training: Sheldon McBee, Les Mills
Presentation Description: Group Training is a powerful tool that has taken the fitness
industry by storm, but did you know that Group Training is the perfect medium to achieve
recreational program learning outcomes? Learn how LES MILLS GRIT™ — the HIIT
training program set in a team training atmosphere — can affect the university
community, develop leadership and teamwork, and foster long-term healthy lifestyles of
your university students. NIRSA CEUs: 0.1
***This education session will be followed by a 30min LES MILLS GRIT™ workout.
Workout Description: a cardio workout like nothing else, designed to burn fat and rapidly
improve athletic capability, this explosive, 30-minute workout combines high intensity
body weight exercises in a team training atmosphere.
3:30pm – 4:10pm Philosophy & Theory, Research & Evaluation, Legal Liability & Risk
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What's my role in this mental health issue?
Jeremy Hans and Ryan Bradshaw, George Mason University
Presentation Description: With a current push from federal and local governments to
address mental health initiatives, particularly for individuals 16-25, higher education
institutions are now, more than ever, on the front line of this subject.
Detailed Schedule
Campus Recreation professionals encounter a large number of campus community
members with mental health conditions, whether we realize it or not. This presentation
will provide insight on Campus Rec professionals' knowledge and ability to identify
individuals experiencing mental health issues and recommend best practices on how to
assist our fellow community members.
Learning Objectives:
1. Articulate common mental health issues seen on campus today.
2. Be aware of their own level of knowledge of mental health issues.
3. Be able to identify best practices to assist individuals experiencing mental health
events.
3:30pm – 4:55pm Philosophy & Theory, HR Management, Personal & Professional Qualities
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Officials Training: "Make The Right Call!"
Jennifer Rezac, Referee Training Academy
Presentation Description: We will identify how to "Make the Right Call" and identify the
benefits of utilizing alternative resources to assist your intramural program with officials
training, how you can create an atmosphere of continuous education within your officials
staff keeping them involved with officiating throughout the year, and as a result in the
end create improved satisfaction within your Intramural Sports Program! We will
highlight training techniques used throughout the NIRSA National Tournaments as well
as several recognized Certified National Training Programs. Attendees will be able to
develop an appreciation of all aspects of officials training that satisfies a targeted group
of students and incorporates their development both on/off the court. NIRSA CEUs: 0.1
Learning Objectives:
1. Attendees will be able demonstrate an understanding of how officiating skills are not
limited to rules and mechanics outlined in officiating manuals.
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2. Attendees will achieve a basic understanding of officials training objectives/issues and
be able to demonstrate techniques in officials’ development.
3. Attendees will identify and develop an implementation plan for officials training that
should include continuing education.
4:15pm – 4:55pm Programming, HR, Facility Management, Planning & Design Shenandoah J
Creating a Bike Community: Ways to encourage and promote cycling as an alternative
mode of transportation on your university's campus:
Lucia Anderson, University of Richmond
Brantley Tyndall, Sports Backers
Chris Puzan, Virginia Commonwealth University
Presentation Description: This presentation will explore the bike programs at both
University of Richmond and Virginia Commonwealth University, and the successes and
struggles encountered during each program. These programs will serve as a platform to
further discuss and address cycling concerns that other Universities encounter, such as
campus connectivity, program management, collaborating with multiple departments and
outside organizations, and promoting the growth of cycling culture on campus. This
presentation will conclude with suggested solutions on how to overcome some of the
struggles that universities face when trying to implement on-campus bike programming.
Learning Objectives:
1. Recognize some of the possible pros/cons of an on-campus bike share program.
2. Recognize some of the pros/cons of a faculty/staff departmental bike program.
3. Recognize some of the possible pros/cons of renting bikes to faculty, staff, and
students.
4. Examine these three types of programs and compare/contrast to other university
programs in order to gain a better understanding of the various types of bike programs on
Universities.
Detailed Schedule
5. Presentation will use program comparisons to offer solutions to help universities
overcome some of the hurdles that are associated with bike programs on college
campuses
4:15pm – 4:55pm HR Management, Research & Evaluation, Legal Liability & Risk Management
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Practicing Good Risk Management:
Jonathan Sasser and Cameron Freeman, East Tennessee State University
Presentation Description: This presentation will discuss putting good EAP principles and
procedures into practice at your facility. We will discuss why it is important to practice
different scenarios in all program areas, how to incorporate practice drills into your staff's
operations, and the repercussions and pitfalls of not implementing an effective EAP
practice system.
Learning Objectives:
1. Be able to appropriately design drills for different program areas.
2. Be able to implement practice drills on a scheduled basis.
3. Understanding why staff self-confidence with the EAP can positively affect reactions to
emergencies.
5:00pm – 7:45pm Historic Richmond
Historic Trolley Tours: Pre-register at the Registration Host Table to take part in the
trolley tours hosted by VA Institutions. This will be a 75 minute guided tour of historical
Richmond with select trolleys providing food and drinks. Trolleys will depart from the
front of the Omni at 5:00pm and 6:30pm.
9:00pm – 11:00pm Buffalo Wild Wings
Late Night Snacks: A private room is reserved at Buffalo Wild Wings for conference
attendees to enjoy drink specials and free snacks. Selected items from the Silent Auction
will be available for final bids. Buffalo Wild Wings is located three blocks south of the
Omni. Hosted by enerG Wellness/Precor.
Detailed Schedule
Friday, October 10
7:00am – 1:00pm Omni Top of the Grand
Registration Host Table: Stop by the Registration Host Table to pick up welcome packet,
conference t-shirt, and name badge. The Registration Host table is available to answer
questions and provide information.
7:00am – 9:00am James River Ballroom
Continental Breakfast: All conference attendees are invited to the James River Ballroom
to enjoy a continental breakfast with breakfast sandwiches before starting the day.
Selected items from the Silent Auction will be available for final bids. Hosted by Worley
Associates Architects.
7:00am – 8:00am James River Canals and Belle Isle
Mark & Mark Fun Run: Pre-register at the Registration Host Table to participate in the
Mark and Mark 5k Fun Run around the James River Canals and Belle Isle. Proceeds will
benefit the NIRSA Foundation’s Fletcher/Leonida Endowment. Follow signs from the Omni
Lobby to get to the start of the race.
9:15am – 12:10pm AORE Module 3
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*** Attendees can come and go between the sessions in AORE Modules 1-3
Caffeine, Collaboration and Campus Partnerships:
Amanda Even and Jeannette Stawski, AORE
Presentation Description: It is all about the coffee! Campus partnerships are critical for
relevancy for recreation sport departments in higher education. Exploring case studies of
this practice in action grab a cup of Joe and lean how working with Joe’s outside
Recreation Sports will make your program foster a stronger tie to university mission and
help to reach a more diverse population of students.
Detailed Schedule
AORE Sub Module 3
*** Attendees can come and go between the sessions in AORE Modules 1-3
Expedition Classroom:
Andrew J. Parent, Virginia Commonwealth University
Presentation Description: Collaboration between academics and outdoor adventure.
The James River watershed represents one of the largest geographical features in the
Commonwealth of Virginia. During the summer of 2014, a four week collaborative course
brought faculty and students together from the Biology and History departments as well
as the Outdoor Adventure Program. As a group they travel down the river by foot, canoe,
Batteau and kayak from high in the Blue Ridge Mountains to where the state was first
settled at Jamestown. By immersing students in a natural landscape prominent in
Virginia’s history, this program created a unique opportunity for students to learn about
human history, natural history and how the two have shaped each other. As a result of
this class, students gained a great appreciation for the river, its role in Virginia’s
development, and how our historic and present-day use impacts its quality, flora, and
fauna.
9:15am – 10:40am Programming, Research and Evaluation, Personal & Professional Qualities
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WKU's Tool Box For Success:
Stephen Rey and Kimberly Horan, Western Kentucky University
Presentation Description: The title of our presentation is “WKU’s Toolbox for Success”
and it will be informing those in attendance about the dimensions of wellness, wellness
resources on campus and how to get involved in a campus WellU program. Attendees will
be active participants throughout this presentation and will be considered incoming
students at the university.
Detailed Schedule
They will be welcomed as the Class of 2018 to WKU, we will share personal insights or
experiences on the college transition, and educate new students about the department’s
programs, services, and facilities as well as those services provided at the University.
NIRSA CEUs: 0.1
Learning Objectives:
Participants who attend this session will:
1. Have an understanding of the wellness related services offered on campus and where to
find them.
2. Learn how to get involved on campus.
3. Learn how to be a successful student.
4. Learn the dimensions of wellness and how they impact student success.
5. Be able to recognize which dimensions they need to improve.
9:15am – 9:55am Facility Management, Planning & Design Roanoke Room
Talking Trends: The Future of Recreation and Wellness:
Bob Fatovic, CannonDesign
Presentation Description: "Higher education is constantly changing and as a result,
recreation centers continue to evolve and find new ways to drive value for institutions.
Given tightened budgets, emerging wellness trends and the prevalence of technology,
what will the future of collegiate recreation centers look like? This panel discussion will
feature four leaders from across NIRSA to talk about these trends, their ideas for the
future and best practices to ensure recreation centers are driving maximum ROI for
college campuses. The panel seminar narrated by CannonDesign’s Colleen McKenna and
Bob Fatovic will offer strong insight into the current state of collegiate recreation and
where it’s headed.
Detailed Schedule
Learning Objectives:
1. Hear from collegiate recreation leaders and understand where they see the future of
education impacting recreation centers.
2. Understand innovative strategies and trends other collegiate leaders are seeing at
their universities and within their facilities.
3. Gain new perspective on the future of recreation and the evolving built environment to
support it.
9:15am – 10:40am Personal and Professional Qualities
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Is Graduate School for You?
Dr. Julia Wallace-Carr, James Madison University
Presentation Description: Are you still unsure if graduate school is the right step for you?
Attend this session and learn about academic program choices, funding options for
graduate school such as graduate assistantships, requirements for admission and the
timeline for applications. In addition, you will have the opportunity to have your
questions answered by a seasoned professional who is a part of the decision making
process for campus recreation graduate assistantships and academic admissions.
NIRSA CEUs: 0.1
Learning Objectives:
1. Articulate at least (3) items to consider when deciding if graduate school is the next
step beyond graduation.
2. Articulate the steps for applying to graduate school and for graduate assistantships
and develop a timeline for their application process.
3. Discuss the requirements for admission to graduate programs and the options available
to them for their own course of study.
9:15am – 9:55am Research and Evaluation
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Staff Training Evolution! The First Step in Preparing Your Students for Success!
Aaron Combs, James Madison University
Detailed Schedule
Presentation Description: Do you believe that your staff trainings prepare students for the
upcoming year? Learn how to develop an effective assessment of your current trainings that
will help your students gain the confidence to exceed expectations.
Learning Objectives:
1. Identify the Learning Assessment Cycle.
2. Create goals and objectives for staff trainings.
3. Identify how to collect, analyze, and use data to modify staff trainings.
10:00am – 10:40am Programming, Facility Management, Planning & Design, Research & Evaluation
Roanoke Room
Division III Recreation: Trends, Programs, and Innovation:
Ricky Talman, Emory University
Presentation Description: Many Division III schools are improving their departments to
follow NIRSA standards. In this session, we'll explore and bring to light the current trends,
innovative programming methods, and unique characteristics that make up DIII recreation
departments.
Learning Objectives:
1. Understand the unique organizational/reporting structures of Division III recreation
departments.
2. Identify at least one innovative way Division III institutions are engaging their campus in
health & wellness programs.
3. Identify methods Division III institutions are using to operate shared and/or multiple
facilities.
10:00am – 10:40am Philosophy and Theory, HR Management, Personal and Professional Qualities
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The Emotionally Intelligent Team:
Sarah Sheppard, James Madison University
Detailed Schedule
Presentation Description: Teamwork is one of the most important principles driving
successful campus recreation programs throughout the country. Come learn about the
seven key skills to becoming a better teammate and leader based on "The Emotionally
Intelligent Team" by Marcia Hughes and James Bradford Terrell.
Learning Objectives:
1. Articulate the meaning of the term "emotional and social intelligence (ESI)."
2. Identify the seven skills to becoming a better teammate and leader.
3. Set one goal related to improving ESI on one or more of their own teams.
10:45am – 12:10pm Philosophy and Theory, Human Resource Management, Personal and
Professional Qualities
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6 Simple Truths of being a Positive Leader:
Jody Davis, Coastal Carolina University
Presentation Description: This presentation will address 6 practices of being a Positive
leader. Practicing a positive leadership style and why developing a culture of positivity
increases performance, productivity, and work satisfaction. This lively session will explain
techniques and suggestions on being more positive and why positive people are more
resilient when facing stress and maintaining a broader perspective in seeing the big
picture.
NIRSA CEUs: 0.1
Learning Objectives:
1. To show the effect of a positive environment in the work place and how it can greatly
increase teamwork.
2. To explain how to protect a positive outlook.
3. To prompt you to prepare an action plan that incorporates ideas and concepts
presented in this session.
Detailed Schedule
10:45am – 11:25am Programming, Facility Management, Planning & Design, Research & Evaluation
Roanoke Room
Emerging Trends: Discovering Trends to Predict and Create a Better Future:
Bill Massey, Chris Sgarzi, and Nancy Freedman, Sasaki Associates
Jenn Jacobs, Core Unlimited
Presentation Description: Trends in campus recreation move quickly. Recognizing these
developments and creating spaces and programming to support them are essential to a
successful recreation program. This presentation maps current and developing trends in
recreation design and programming, and participants learn how to translate these trends
into physical space planning and design, with an overall goal of increasing utilization and
better engaging the campus community.
Learning Objectives:
1. Learn what trends are emerging in recreation center design and programming.
2. Learn how, as a director, administrator, or operator you can harness these emerging
trends to create a better campus recreation experience.
3. Understand how recreation management is integrally connected to space planning and
programming, and how to use that connection to your advantage.
10:45am – 11:25am Research and Evaluation
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Thinking for the Future: The NIRSA Assembly:
Jason Darby, Florida Southern College
Gabby Sokol, University of Mississippi
Presentation Description: Interested in the future of collegiate recreation? Come join us
and learn about the NIRSA Assembly! At this session, we will discuss who the NIRSA
Assembly is, and what they do to help further not only NIRSA, but the field of collegiate
recreation. We will also discuss the topics the Assembly is currently focused on, and take
audience feedback and suggestions for other areas to focus on!
Detailed Schedule
Learning Objectives:
1. Describe the purpose of the NIRSA Assembly and its role in the organization.
2. Discuss current issues in recreation that this year's Assembly is working to address.
3. Discuss future issues that may face the field of collegiate recreation.
10:45am – 11:25am Philosophy and Theory, Personal and Professional Qualities Potomac G
Why Should I Care? Communicating Cornerstone Experiences in Interviews,
Applications, and Leadership Situations: Nathan Williams, Adventure Recreation
Coordinator, University of North Carolina Wilmington
Presentation Description: Whether it’s a job or assistantship interview, a grad school
application, or other situation where you want to distinguish yourself, effective
leadership is grounded in authenticity and relating personal experiences to others. For
students and new professionals, it can be difficult to communicate how your story is
meaningful and why others should listen. This session will introduce participants to the
concept of cornerstone experiences and how to use them to communicate vision, values,
and connect to others. Workshop participants will identify their own cornerstone
experiences and learn how to communicate them effectively. Participants will walk away
with a worksheet and tools to use their story in job or grad school interviews, speeches,
and other leadership settings.
Learning Objectives:
1. Discuss the concept of “cornerstone experiences” and how these are essential to
effective leadership, job interviews, assistantship interviews, and other contexts where
participants need to communicate about themselves and their values.
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2. Identify four cornerstone experiences from their past (or one that they intend to have
soon).
3. Articulate three ways that one of these cornerstone experiences relates to their career
vision, values, successes, or other contexts in which they may communicate this
experience.
11:30am – 12:10pm Philosophy & Theory, HR & Business Management, Research & Evaluation
Roanoke Room
Perceptions of Higher Education Administrators Regarding the Role of Club Sports in
the Recruitment and Retention of Male Students:
Drew Forte, Cara McFadden, and Tony Weaver, Elon University
Presentation Description: A current issue in higher education is the declining trend of
males that are attending college. As the number of males that go to college continues to
trend downward, colleges are finding it a challenge just to maintain current levels of male
student enrollment. Research has shown that one way to attract male students is
through club sports. The purpose of this presentation is to discuss preliminary results of
an undergraduate research project that examines the views concerning the role club
sports play in recruiting and retaining male students. The presentation will also examine
the use of undergraduate research to conduct timely analysis of campus recreation.
Learning Objectives:
1. Recognize perceptions of higher education administrators and staff regarding the use
and efficacy of club sports as a recruiting tool.
2. Identify current uses of club sports in university admissions materials.
3. Examine the use of undergraduate research to conduct timely analysis of campus
recreation.
Detailed Schedule
11:30am – 12:10pm Philosophy and Theory, Research and Evaluation Potomac EF
Why More Is Better: The Value of Student Involvement:
Daniel Gardner, University of Mary Washington
Presentation Description: In the Fall 2013 semester, University of Mary Washington
Campus Recreation was grappling with one question: why are students not participating
in recreational programs to the same extent as they did a few years ago? We asked a few
peers and found their numbers were "a little down" too. In fact, UMW participation data
across intramural sports, sport clubs and the fitness center revealed a dramatic decrease
in overall contacts with students in 2013-2014.
Learning Objectives:
1. Attendees will be able to name one at least one way to measure student perceptions
about the value of involvement in recreational sports programs.
2. Attendees will be able to recall at least one key postulate of Astin's (1984) theory of
involvement from memory when called upon.
3. Attendees will be able to articulate the value of involvement in recreational sports
programs to various campus constituencies.
11:30am – 12:10pm Programming, HR Management, Personal & Professional Qualities
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Learning to Inspire and Build a Stronger Student Staff:
Marissa Musumeci and Berkley Henshaw, Longwood University
Presentation Description: Is your staff lacking in motivation? Could a negative attitude
be the reason? Come learn about ways to encourage and motivate your staff to excel at
work and become active within Campus Recreation.
Learning Objectives:
1. Gain a deeper understanding of how your actions away affect your staffs’ attitude.
2. Understanding the importance of getting to know what motivates your staff.
3. Be able to develop and implement an incentive program at little to no cost.
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RVA: Shockoe Slip Restaurants
For an extensive list, visit: shockoeslip.org/restaurants.php
Tobacco Company
1201 E Cary St., Richmond, VA (804) 782-9555 www.thetobaccocompany.com
This historical restaurant was once an abandoned tobacco warehouse that now houses live music
and amazing food and cocktails. This is a Richmond staple with unbeatable atmosphere!
Pasture
16 E. Grace St. Richmond, VA 23219 (804) 780-0416 www.pastureva.com
An award winning spot to enjoy some of the best southern/local food our fair cities have to offer.
Their ingredients come from Virginia’s best farmers and producers with big and small plates available
as well as the best specialty cocktails you’ll ever have! Oh and they have a patio, too!
Julep’s
1719 E Franklin St , Richmond, VA 23119 (804) 377-3968 www.juleps.net
Named one of Richmond’s “Top Seven Sensations” by Richmond Magazine, Julep’s showcases New
Southern Cuisine. Julep’s offers an elegant atmosphere while simultaneously keeping the charm and
hospitality of a historically southern building.
Bottom’s Up Pizza
1700 Dock St, Richmond, VA 23223 (804) 644-4400
Looking for a more casual atmosphere with incredible pizza, then look no further than Bottoms Up.
Standard pizzas or a wide variety of specialties, including a Create-Your-Own option!
City Dogs
1316 E. Cary St Richmond, VA (804) 343-3647
City Dog’s Downtown location is the perfect place to grab a quick bite. The menu includes hot dogs,
burgers, sandwiches, hand cut fries, and shakes. Open for lunch, dinner, and carry out.
RVA: Carytown & Fan
Visit quaint Carytown and the historic Fan district for more restaurants, shopping, and
sightseeing! Located a few miles west of downtown and in walking distance of each other.
We recommend driving down Monument Avenue for some historic and beautiful views!
Kuba Kuba
1601 Park Ave Richmond, VA 23220 kubakuba.info/index.html
Kuba Kuba is Richmond's best option for Cuban food. Large portions of authentic preparations,
served in a bodega-like atmosphere!
Social52: Kitchen & Craft Beer
2619 W Main St, Richmond, VA (804) 353-9709 social52rva.com
A great choice if you’re looking for a casual and inviting atmosphere with a creative New-American
menu, homemade Sangrias, and an innovative beer and cocktail menu. Their All-American fare offers
a fresh twist on classic items with over 70 beer selections – both local and international.
Edo’s Squid
411 N Harrison St, 2nd Fl, Richmond, VA 23220 (804) 864-5488
Casual brick-lined Italian restaurant with family style, mouth-watering dishes.
Can Can Brasserie
3120 W Cary St, Richmond, VA (804) 358-7274 cancanbrasserie.com
French Dining in the heart of Cary Town. Can Can offers lunch, dinner and a host of beer, wine, and
cocktails. From the Escargot to the Boeuf Bourguignon, Can Can will sooth your craving for amazing
French cuisine. Also you can enjoy your dessert and coffee in the outside seating area.
The Daily Kitchen & Bar
2934 W. Cary St., Richmond, VA (804) 342-8990 thedailykitchenandbar.com
Healthy, delicious, environmentally friendly, huge patio….this place has it all! They also have many
vegetarian, vegan, gluten free, and paleo options.
For an extensive list, visit: carytownrva.com/merchants/dining.php
For an extensive list, visit: carytownrva.com/merchants/dining.php
RVA: Things to Do
Richmond Folk Festival Oct. 10-12, 2014 richmondfolkfestival.org
This festival often attracts more than 200,000 people to downtown Richmond's riverfront to
celebrate the roots, richness and variety of American culture through music, dance traditional crafts,
storytelling and food. One of Virginia’s largest and most-loved events of the year!
Maymont
maymont.org
A Victorian estate and public park that contains the Maymont Mansion, now a historic house
museum, an arboretum, formal gardens, a carriage collection, native wildlife exhibits, nature center.
Belle Isle
richmondoutside.com/destination/belle-isle-jrps
Belle Isle is one of Richmond’s most popular city parks, with hiking and running trails, bouldered
quarry walls for rock climbing, walking bridge, historic ruins and “broad rocks” from which to view the
river, especially the roaring rapids at its midpoint.
Tredegar Iron Works and American Civil War Center tredegar.org
A National Historic Landmark, the Tredegar site contains five surviving buildings illustrating the Iron
Works era. The National Park Service operates the Richmond National Battlefield Park Visitor
Center located in the restored Pattern Building. The American Civil War Museum is the nation's first
museum to interpret the Civil War from Union, Confederate, and African American perspectives.
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts (VMFA)
200 N. Boulevard Richmond, Virginia 23220 vmfa.museum/
VMFA Arts is a top comprehensive US art museum with more than 5,000 years of art from around
the world. VMFA is open 365 days a year and general admission is always free.
Museum of the Confederacy moc.org/visit-us
Three floors of exhibitions, showcasing hundreds of personal belongings from soldiers and civilians;
uniforms, flags, military equipment & weapons from battles both famous and obscure; the majority
of General Lee’s campaign possessions; and some the most important images, documents and
artwork from the Confederate era.
Check out visitrichmondva.com for more!
RVA: Delivery Restaurants
Don’t feel like leaving your comfy hotel room?
Here are some delicious restaurants that deliver.
Bottoms Up Pizza
(804) 644-4400
Pizzas, salads, sandwiches, appetizers…always a great choice!
Café Verde
(804) 787-4340 cafeverderva.com
Tacos, Burritos, and wait for it, wait for it….cupcakes!
Dash Kitchen + Carry
(804) 912-2689 grubhub.com/richmond/dash-kitchen--carry
Soups, Salads, Sandwiches, Burgers, and Desserts…Oh my!
The Naked Onion
(804) 972-3339
Sandwiches, soup, and salads…simple, but tasty
RVA: Bars & Clubs
Havana 59
16 North 17th St, Richmond, VA (804) 780-2822 havana59.net
Enjoy homemade mojitos or one of the specialty cocktails at Havana 59. Enjoy the
aroma of cigars and décor of palm trees and string lights that give the unique
atmosphere that will take you back to Havana, Cuba in the 1950’s.
Tobacco Company
1201 E Cary St., Richmond, VA (804) 782-9555 thetobaccocompany.com
Amazing live music and cocktails upstairs for a more sophisticated bar scene or visit the
downstairs speak easy if a club-like experience is more your speed.
Pasture
16 E. Grace St. Richmond, VA 23219 (804) 780-0416 pastureva.com
The most amazing specialty cocktails that are truly one of a kind, made by their award
winning bartender!
Southern Railway Taphouse
111 Virginia St. Richmond, VA (804) 308-8350
Overlooking the canal, with 40 craft beers on tap and 100+ bottle beers available with
music, indoor and outdoor seating, complete with a full menu!
Penny Lane Pub
421 E. Franklin, Richmond, VA (804) 780-1682
A touch of Liverpool in Richmond! This has every atmosphere one might want: a patio
with a fountain and ornate British Phone Box, quiet bar downstairs, or the bar upstairs
complete with pool tables and darts!
Off the Hookah
140 Virginia Street, Richmond, VA (804) 225-1918
This 14,000 sq ft hookah lounge with flair bartenders and belly dancers!
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