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The informal, self-guided Partner’s Program features transportation to the following Seacoast area attractions:

Tuesday—Downtown Portsmouth, NH

Settled in 1623, Portsmouth is the nation's third-oldest city. It served as a focal point on the Eastern seaboard until the late 1800s when rail travel did in the shipping industry. John Paul Jones' ship The Ranger was built in Portsmouth, and the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (which lies across the river in Maine) was established in 1800 as the country's first Naval shipyard.

The geographic location, historic past and cultural strength of Portsmouth regularly lands it on various "best places to live" lists. Prevention Magazine named Portsmouth one of the top 100 walking cities in the America for 2008. Also in 2008, the National Trust for Historic Preservation named Portsmouth to its list of America's Dozen Distinctive Destinations, calling the city "one of the most culturally rich destinations in the country "with a stimulating mix of historic buildings, sidewalk cafes, great restaurants, art galleries, jazz clubs and distinctive artisans' boutiques."

For more information about the downtown Portsmouth area visit http://www.portsmouthnh.com/

Wednesday—Kittery, Maine Outlet Shopping

Just over the New Hampshire border, in Kittery, Maine, you’ll find a shopper’s paradise of more than 120 outlets filled with famous name brands with savings of 20% to 70%. Outlet stores include Polo Ralph Lauren, Crate and Barrel, Liz Claiborne, Coldwater Creek, Brooks Brothers, Banana Republic, Puma, Tommy Hilfiger and many more. For more information go to http://www.thekitteryoutlets.com/

Thursday—Newburyport, Massachusetts

Newburyport, Massachusetts is just 18 miles from Portsmouth, and offers shops, boutiques, maritime heritage and wonderful views of the Merrimack River. Take a self-guided walking tour of this seaport rich in history and beauty….or stroll the old world brick walkways as you explore the shops of the Market Square and Inn Street areas. For more information visit http://www.newburyportchamber.org/

To register an accompanying person separately from the conference attendee please use the Accompanying Persons Registration Form.

Please note: you will be leaving the Shallow Survey 2008 site for registrations

Shallow Survey 2008 would like for your stay in Portsmouth to be enjoyable. We hope you will join us for the official conference social events, an icebreaker reception and a wonderful New England Clam Bake. Tickets for both events will be available at registration.

There is not a formal program for spouses and other accompanying persons, but there are many interesting sites, shops, and activities nearby, most within a short driving distance from the conference hotel. A packet for accompanying persons will be provided at registration that includes information about Portsmouth area shopping and sightseeing. Portsmouth area opportunities include harbor cruises, whale watching, a restored colonial settlement, and low-cost outlet shopping.