One of the benefits of our Phoenix location is the weather. With temperatures in the 75-85 degree range during the day and 50-60 degrees in the evening, Phoenix is a wonderful place to enjoy the great outdoors, fresh air, and scenery of the Southwest.
Here’s the latest: At IEC’s most recent Legislative Fly-In, the IEC Foundation announced that it was considering a pedometer contest for all convention attendees. Upon arrival attendees would receive their very own pedometer and suggested walking destinations. Then every day, attendees check-in at the Foundation booth to register their distance walked. Daily and weekly prizes will be given. While this contest isn't definite yet, with all of the walking that takes place at these events – this sounds like a win-win situation!
Here are a few of my suggested walking destinations:
The Art at the Phoenix Convention Center – When Phoenix added a new wing to their convention center they set aside a portion of the funding for art. The convention center features some awe-inspiring works in ceramic, mosaic terrazzo flooring and murals, bronze sculpturing and – most importantly – lighting. Download a brochure of the convention center art to see for yourself.
Alice Cooperstown – Want to take a walk on the wild side? Visit the rock and roll sports bar named after local rock legend Alice Cooper. Rumor has it that you may leave with your very own “eye make-up” a la Alice.
The Heard Museum – Although not walking distance from the convention center, this museum features one of the most comprehensive collections of Native arts and culture. You will add some mileage to your pedometer as you tour their collection.
Experts say that exercise helps increase memory retention. So perhaps the more you walk, the better you'll remember all of the helpful information you've picked up in the education sessions.
Now go get your boots walkin’!
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