Marine Chemist Association, Inc.
76 Farmholme Road < Stonington, CT. 06378
P (860) 599-3079 < F (860) 599-3079 < [email protected]
FEBRUARY 2017
ANNUAL SEMINAR
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.
HOTEL CHACO
July 17 – 19, 2017
The 59th annual Marine Chemist Association seminar will be held in Albuquerque, NM from July
17-19th. The final arrangements are almost complete and we look forward to a great seminar.
We will be having it at the newly built Hotel Chaco. The hotel is on the property of the historic
Hotel Albuquerque and is scheduled to open in May of this year. We will be one of the first
groups to be in the hotel. It will be new and updated. We also have a great hospitality suite with
a large outdoor patio.
San Felipe de Neri Church, which is on the state and national Registers of Historic
Places, is within walking distance of the hotel in historic Old Town.
Devoted to the development and dissemination of methods for evaluating
And eliminating health, explosion, and fire hazards in marine industries.
Marine Chemist Association, Inc.
76 Farmholme Road < Stonington, CT. 06378
P (860) 599-3079 < F (860) 599-3079 < [email protected]
There is much to do and see in Albuquerque, New Mexico’s largest city. The city is situated on a
high desert and ringed to the east by the Sandia Mountains. Hotel Chaco offers great views and
a great location with proximity to attractions, shopping and a variety of restaurants.
VIEW OF THE MOUNTAINS FROM HOTEL ALBUQUERQUE
ADDITIONALLY, THIS SHOWS THE HOTEL CHACO HOSPITALITY SUITE UNDER
CONSTRUCTION
While you may expect that the weather will be hot, that is not entirely true. Albuquerque, at an
elevation of 5,312 feet, is one of the highest cities in the country. We anticipate it will be warm in
July, but not stifling hot. In fact, there are ski areas within 20 minutes of our hotel.
Devoted to the development and dissemination of methods for evaluating
And eliminating health, explosion, and fire hazards in marine industries.
Marine Chemist Association, Inc.
76 Farmholme Road < Stonington, CT. 06378
P (860) 599-3079 < F (860) 599-3079 < [email protected]
GONDOLA RIDE 20 MINUTES FROM THE HOTEL CHACO
The Sandia Tram to the peak of the mountain at 10,679 feet is open all summer and has a great
view of the city and desert below. It is a favorite spot at sunset. It could be a day trip, for hikers,
or just for a visit to the top to see the spectacular view. The gondola leaves about every 15
minutes and there are viewing platforms and restrooms at the top. Unfortunately, the restaurant
at the peak will be closed this summer for renovations. If you do go, make sure to pack some
water as you get easily dehydrated at the high elevation.
Devoted to the development and dissemination of methods for evaluating
And eliminating health, explosion, and fire hazards in marine industries.
Marine Chemist Association, Inc.
76 Farmholme Road < Stonington, CT. 06378
P (860) 599-3079 < F (860) 599-3079 < [email protected]
VIEW FROM THE TOP OF THE GONDOLA RIDE
(IN THE SUMMER THERE SHOULD NOT BE THIS MUCH SNOW)
Old Town is a three-minute walk from our hotel. It features many shops and restaurants. If you
are a fan of turquoise, you will find a large assortment of items to choose from. Also, you can
find many Navajo and Pueblo Indian crafts here.
Our hotel property links the historic Hotel Albuquerque and new Hotel Chaco and is the home of
a great Southwestern restaurant where even the locals come to dine. It’s a good choice to
sample and enjoy southwest/Mexican food and beverages.
Devoted to the development and dissemination of methods for evaluating
And eliminating health, explosion, and fire hazards in marine industries.
Marine Chemist Association, Inc.
76 Farmholme Road < Stonington, CT. 06378
P (860) 599-3079 < F (860) 599-3079 < [email protected]
MINGILING WITH THE LOCALS FROM OLD TOWN
Our spouse’s tour will include stops at the Turquoise Museum with a discussion on what to look
for when purchasing turquoise. This will be followed by a stop at the Pueblo Museum. At the
conclusion of the tour you will be dropped off at the High Noon restaurant for a Southwestern
buffet. The restaurant is about a block from the hotel.
Our hotel has a large pool for sunbathing and swimming. It is also just across the street from a
very big store offering a huge selection of local pottery and crafts. This should not be missed.
A couple of miles away is Nob Hill, a local upscale shopping area with many different
restaurants. Another option while in Albuquerque is to take a ride on the light rail system to
Santa Fe. It is a $14 round-trip and the train passes through several Indian reservations. Santa
Fe is home to an active artist community with shopping and galleries. The train is about 45
minutes each way.
Devoted to the development and dissemination of methods for evaluating
And eliminating health, explosion, and fire hazards in marine industries.
Marine Chemist Association, Inc.
76 Farmholme Road < Stonington, CT. 06378
P (860) 599-3079 < F (860) 599-3079 < [email protected]
We are still working the speaking program for the seminar, which will have a theme of
“Stakeholder Relationships.” There will be more information to follow as speakers are
scheduled.
The seminar in Albuquerque will be both education and fun. We hope to see you there.
LOOKING FORWARD TO A HOT TIME IN ALBUQUERQUE THIS SUMMER
Respectfullysubmitted
DonRaffo
Secretary/TreasurerMCA
All photo credits to Ann Baldelli
Devoted to the development and dissemination of methods for evaluating
And eliminating health, explosion, and fire hazards in marine industries.