Canadian Library Association Tour Program

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NORTH SHORE EXCURSION (4 HOURS)
May 21^st, 2008, departing at 1:00 pm from the Wall Center
May 22^nd, 2008, departing at 1:00 pm from the Wall Center
May 23^rd, 2008, departing at 1:00 pm from the Wall Center
May 24^th, 2008, departing at 1:00 pm from the Wall Center
Ticket Price: $95 Cdn. Per person (inc. 5% GST)

Join us for a tour guaranteed to have you feeling on top of the world! Our luxury motor coach makes its way via Stanley Park and the impressive Lions Gate Bridge to the North Shore, winding up the Capilano Canyon to the base of Grouse Mountain, where we leave the coach and ascend by gondola to Grouse's 3,700 foot high vantage point. Enjoy a breathtaking view of Vancouver and the Gulf Islands as you explore the summit. Grouse Mountain offers the best local day and night skiing and snowboarding for all levels of ability in winter time. In addition, other highlights include a visit to the Capilano Suspension Bridge and Nature Park.

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VANCOUVER CITY TOUR (3.5 HOURS)
May 21^st, 2008, departing at 1:00 pm from the Wall Center
May 22^nd, 2008, departing at 1:00 pm from the Wall Center
May 23^rd, 2008, departing at 1:00 pm from the Wall Center
May 24^th, 2008, departing at 1:00 pm from the Wall Center
Ticket Price: $45 Cdn. Per person (inc. 5% GST)

A deluxe motorcoach with full tour commentary will show delegates the beauty and artistic diversity of the city. The adventure begins with a drive through world famous Stanley Park, a 1,000 acre forest set in the heart of downtown. The Park's scenic drive includes Lost Lagoon, a stop at the Totem Poles and Prospect Point, Brockton Oval plus much more, and provides excellent views of the city, harbour and shoreline. The tour continues via seaside beaches to Queen Elizabeth Park to view the sunken gardens and adjoining Bloedel Conservatory; home of a rich assortment of flowers and plants from the tropical rainforest. Other tour highlights include exotic Chinatown, the second largest such community in North America and nearby Gastown with its quaint cobblestone streets, steam clock and unique shops all housed in turn-of-the-century buildings. This tour promises a diverse and interesting sampling of the city sights.

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VICTORIA EXCURSION AND THE BUTCHART GARDENS TOUR (12.5 HOURS)
Sunday, May 25^th, 2008, departing at 9:30 am from the Wall Center
Ticket Price: $132 Cdn. Per person (inc. 5% GST)

Visit picturesque Victoria and world-famous Butchart Gardens. This full day excursion starts with a 90-minute ferry ride through the scenic Gulf Islands to Vancouver Island where ample time is spent admiring the floral splendours of Butchart Gardens and exploring Victoria's Inner Harbour and attractions.
This fully escorted and commentated tour includes priority ferry boarding, a 90-minute ferry ride through the Gulf Islands and admission to world-renowned Butchart Gardens. Enjoy a scenic seaside drive into downtown Victoria where ample time is provided for guests to explore the many shops, museums and attractions located around the inner harbor before departing on the adventure back to Vancouver.

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SALMON FISHING (6 HOURS)
Sunday, May 25^th, 2008, departing at 9:00 am from the Wall Center
Ticket Price: $260 Cdn. Per person (inc. 5% GST)

Take advantage of Vancouver's proximity to the sea and indulge in one of the favourite pastimes of visitors and local folk alike! Spend the day on the water and experience the challenge of salmon fishing in beautiful British Columbia. Board a specially equipped fishing vessel and let the professional skipper provide you with fishing rod, reel, tackle and great sea stories. Then relax and enjoy the cruise to select fishing waters. The scenery enroute is superb and the clean ocean air exhilarating. The chances of reeling in some fine salmon are good, and the anticipation is half the fun. When in Vancouver, this type of activity is a must for sports fishermen! A continental style breakfast is included.

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Each tour Ticket price is based on a minimum of 40 passengers. Should any of the tours listed above not meet the required minimum that is indicated, Venue West reserves the right to cancel the tour. A full refund will be issued for any tour that is cancelled by Venue West.

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Canadian Library Association 63^rd Annual Conference “CLA 08”

Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer and/or the Whistler Mountaineer trains and discover Canada and the Canadian Rockies. Visit Vancouver, Banff, Jasper, Lake Louise, Whistler and more.

Rocky Mountaineer Vacations offers independent Canadian rail vacation packages that can be customized to suit your needs and give you the freedom to explore on your own, with the comfort of knowing we have done all your planning for you.

We invite you to visit our websites at www.rockymountaineer.com and www.whistlermountaineer.com or simply click on the following link to select one of our spectacular rail packages:  http://www.rockymountaineer.com/vacation_packages/spectacular_rail_adventures/

Please identify that you are a delegate of
the Canadian Library Association 63^rd Annual Conference “CLA 08”
when making your reservation.

For more information or to make reservations, mail, fax or email:
Toll Free (within Canada/USA): 1-800-665-7245
Direct Phone: 1-604-606-7245 Fax: 1-604-606-7250
E-mail: meetings@rockymountaineer.com
Websites: www.rockymountaineer.com
www.whistlermountaineer.com

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