FROM THE CONFERENCE DIRECTOR BY CHRIS NOYES
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oday conferences offer an opportunity to change the way a traditional spouse program is offered to attendees as the world has changed so has who attendees are bringing with them to attend conferences. SubOptic has had a long history of including a wonderful spouse program and looking forward we wanted to continue to offer a program but redefine it for the future, so we have developed the “Plus One” program for SubOptic 2019. The Plus One registration will allow the individual to attend the social events such as the Opening Reception, the Poster Reception, the Mar-
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di Gras Parade and Mardi Gras Gala, and could select and purchase separate tours. New Orleans is city that is rich in history and opportunities to explore the different aspects of this historic town. Here is a sampling of the tours that will be offered during SubOptic2019 for those that are registered as Plus One:
CAJUN SWAMP EXPERIENCE BY AIRBOAT (TOUR DURATION: ~4 HOURS)
Come join us for an exhilarating journey into the mystical swamps and bayous of southern Louisiana. On today’s airboat, you will view Louisiana wetlands as you swift-
ly glide into the depths of Cajun country. You will hear the tales of the Cajun folks and how they exist on everything available in their environment: trapping nutria, mink, otter, and muskrat; hunting frogs and alligators; and fishing for catfish and crabs. You will also soon discover the respect and knowledge the Cajun people have for the wildlife and vegetation indigenous to the swamp. You will have the opportunity to see exotic tropical plants and wildlife only found in the Louisiana wetlands. Majestic herons, nutria, and large turtles may be seen in abundance and the swamp’s favorite son, the alligator, will be witnessed in its glory, easing quietly through the