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Members National Fishing & Boating Week
Busy schedule announced.
by Forbes Darby

A host of exciting activities are shaping up for National Fishing and Boating Week, June 1–9. Here in the nation’s capitol, the week is going to be a great time to build relations with Congress and the sportsmen’s community, and collaborate with each other on issues of importance to the future of fishing and boating. Please plan to join us in shining the spotlight on the importance of fishing and boating to American society and our livelihood. Here are highlights of the week:

• The National Fishing and Boating Week Kick-off will be held at Constitution Gardens on the National Mall in Washington, DC, from 8:00 a.m.–12 noon on Monday, June 3. Hundreds of children will wet a line for the first time and learn about angler ethics and conservation. The kick-off will be well attended by dignitaries and partners, and publicized to highlight the successful events taking place in communities across the country.
• The Recreational Boating and Fishing Foundation Board Meeting will be held from 12 noon–5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 4 at 601 North Fairfax Street, Suite 140, Alexandria, VA. The Board will consider steps for the next phase of its promotional campaign.
• ASA’s National Fishing and Boating Week Congressional Reception will be held from 5:30 — 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 4 in room 225 of the Russell Senate Office Building. This is a major opportunity to gain visibility for fishing and boating, conservation, and current issues with Members of Congress and the Administration. It gives us all a chance to share with each other and network with leaders in the sportsmen’s community. This year’s reception also will pay tribute to ASA’s former Vice President, Norville Prosser and others.
• ASA members will visit Congressional offices and resource agency administrators on Tuesday, June 4, and Wednesday, June 5, 1:00–5:00 p.m. This is your chance to meet face-to-face with key policy-makers.
• The Sportfishing and Boating Partnership Council will meet 8:00 a.m.–12 noon on Wednesday, June 5 (location tbd). The council will discuss a new strategic plan for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s fisheries program.
• The annual Fish Fry sponsored by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration will be held 6:00–9:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 5 at the Department of Commerce, 14th Street and Constitution Avenue, Washington, D.C.
• The USDA Forest Service will hold its Rise to the Future Reception and awards ceremony 6:00–9:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 6 at Baker, Donelson, Bearman, & Caldwell Offices, 555 11th Street, NW, 6th floor, Washington, D.C.
• See below for ASA member committee/sub-committee meetings.

Several hotels near ASA’s office in Alexandria have offered group rates for ASA members. Please see the below listing for your options.

National Fishing and Boating Week 2002

Committee/Subcommittee Meetings:

• Freshwater: Monday,1:30–5:00 p.m.
  ASA, 225 Reinekers Lane, Suite 420, Alexandria
• Saltwater: Monday, 1:30–5:00 p.m.
  ASA, 225 Reinekers Lane, Suite 420, Alexandria
• Finance: Tuesday, 8:00–11:30 a.m.
  ASA, 225 Reinekers Lane, Suite 420, Alexandria
• Recruitment & Education: Tuesday, 8:00–11:30 a.m.
  RBFF, 601 North Fairfax Street, Suite 140, Alexandria
• Government Affairs: Tuesday, 8:00–11:30 a.m.
  ASA, 225 Reinekers Lane, Suite 420, Alexandria
• Best Practices Workshop: Tuesday, 1:00–4:00 p.m.
  FWS, 4040 North Fairfax Drive, Room 130, Arlington

Hotel Options:

Holiday Inn—Eisenhower
2460 Eisenhower Avenue
Alexandria, VA 22314
(703) 960-0859
(703) 329-0953 (Fax)
Eisenhower Metro stop/about a 20-minute walk from Reinekers Lane (Shuttle Service available)
$130/night plus tax and $1/night fee
$117/night (Government) plus tax

Hampton Inn—Alexandria
1616 King Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
(703) 299-9900
(703) 299-9937 (Fax)
2 blocks from King Street Metro/3 blocks from Reinekers Lane
*$129/night plus tax
(Mention your ASA membership to receive this rate)
Continental Breakfast included

Hilton Alexandria Old Town
1767 King Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
(703) 837-0440
(703) 837-0454 (Fax)
Across the street from King Street Metro/1 block from Reinekers Lane
$99-$219/night plus tax
$119-$159/night plus tax (Government)

Embassy Suites
1900 Diagonal Road
Alexandria, VA 22314
(703) 684-5900
(703) 684-1403 (Fax)
Across the street from King Street Metro/1 block from Reinekers Lane
$159/night plus tax
$119 night plus tax (Government)

*Hotel rates vary according to occupancy

SEE UPDATED SCHEDULE

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