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Monday
Morning

9 a.m. - noon
Monday
Afternoon

2 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday
Morning

8:30 a.m. - noon
Tuesday
Afternoon

2 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Wednesday
Morning

8:30 a.m. - noon
Wednesday
Afternoon

1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Kon Tiki Room
Plenary Session
Kon Tiki Room
A1. Inertial & Integrated Nav Systems I
Kon Tiki Room
B1. Inertial & Integrated Nav Systems II
Cockatoo Room
C1. Information Infrastructure for Navigation
Kon Tiki Room
D1. Algorithms & Methods
Cockatoo Room
E1. Navigation Related Standards
Rousseau West
9 a.m. - Spouses Coffee
Cockatoo Room
A2. Modeling Simulation & Testing
Cockatoo Room
B2. Augmentation for Land & Marine
Kon Tiki Room
C2. Augmentation for Aviation
Toucan/MaCaw Room
D2. Scientific Applications, Timing & Frequency
Toucan/MaCaw Room
E2. Precise Positioning
  Toucan/MaCaw Room
A3. Receiver & Antenna Technology I
Toucan/MaCaw Room
B3. Receiver & Antenna Technology II
Toucan/MaCaw Room
C3. Innovative Applications
Cockatoo Room
D3. Space-Based Nav Systems I
Kon Tiki Room
E3. Space-Based Nav Systems II
Kon Tiki Ballroom
7p.m. - 9 p.m.
Meet & Greet Social
On the Beach
noon - 2 p.m.
ION Luncheon
On the Beach
noon - 1 p.m.
Deli Luncheon

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Monday Morning, January 28

Plenary Session
9:30 - noon, Kon Tiki Room

Welcome and Introductions
ION President
Mr. Ron Hatch
Navcom Technology, Inc.

General Chair
Dr. Pratap Misra
MIT Lincoln Laboratory

Program Chair
Mr. Jay Spalding
USCG R&D Center

Department of Transportation


Department of Defense

Lunch is on your own

Monday Afternoon, January 28

Session A1: Inertial and Integrated Navigation Systems I
2 p.m. - 5:30 p.m., Kon Tiki Room


Co-chair
James Waid
Honeywell


Co-chair
Navin Mathur
FAA

1. Improving the GPS/INS Integrated System Performance by Increasing the Distance Between GPS Antennas and Inertial Sensors: J.F. Wagner, Institute of Mechanics and Ocean Engineering, Technical University of Hamburg-Harburg, Germany; G. Kasties, OECON GmbH, Germany
2. An Error Compensation Method for Skewed Redundant Inertial Configuration: D.J. Allertion, H. Jia, Cranfield University, UK
3. Fusion Filter Algorithm Enhancements for a MEMS GPS/IMU: J.A. Rios, E. White, Crossbow Technology, Inc.
4. Methodology and Development Experience of Integrated Inertial Satellite Navigation Systems Based on Physics Integration Method: E. Falkov, A. Volzhin, V. Zeenich, GosNIIAS, Russia
5. Accuracy Improvement of Low Cost INS/GPS for Land Applications: E.H. Shin, N. El-Sheimy, The University of Calgary, Canada
6. FAA Certification of a MEMS Attitude and Heading Reference System: E. White, J.A. Rios, Crossbow Technology

Session A2: Modeling, Simulation and Testing
2 p.m. - 5:30 p.m., Cockatoo Room


Co-chair
Albert Paradis
MITRE


Co-chair
Kevin Shortelle
System Dynamics International, Inc.

1. GIANT's Mission Planning Role: G. Gerten, B.K. Hulbert, Veridian Engineering
2. An Automated Tool for Mission Planning in GPS-Denied Areas: M. Grace, P. Stieber, Toyon Research Corporation; S. Minarik, B. Tanju, F. Escobar, U.S. Navy Space and Naval Warfare Systems Command
3. A Statistical Analysis of Lateral GPS-Guided Category A and B Aircraft Final Approach Errors: D.P. Stapleton, Innovative Solutions International; M. Monroney, Aeronautical Center
4. Degraded GPS Signal Measurements with a Stand-Alone High Sensitivity Receiver: G. Lachapelle, G. MacGougan, R. Klukas, K. Siu, The University of Calgary, Canada; J. Shewfelt, G. Cox, SiRF
5. The Analysis of the Ratio between VDOP and HDOP: Y.H. Tsai, J.S. Lin, F.R. Chang, L.S. Wang, National Taiwan University, Taiwan
6. New Approach of Airborne Software Verification Using Real-Time Emulator of Integrated Navigation System: A.P. Kolevatov, S.G. Nikolaev, Perm State Technical University, Russia; V.S. Ermakov, V.P. Buturlakin, D.A. Dunaev, I.V. Fedorov, I.I. Nesterov, Perm Scientific Industrial Instrument-Making Company, Russia

Alternate
1. The Evaluation of ARPA Information in the Effect of Fluctuating Target Positions: K. Murai, Y. Hayashi, Kobe University of Mercantile Marine, Japan; S. Inokuchi, Osaka University, Japan

Session A3: Receiver and Antenna Technology I
2 p.m. - 5:30 p.m., Toucan/McCaw Room


Co-chair
John Owen
Defense Evaluation and Research Agency


Co-chair
Dave Wolfe
USCG C2Cen

1. Low-Cost GPS Receivers and Their Feasibility for Attitude Determination: V.A. Hoyle, G. Lachapelle, M.E. Cannon, C. Wang, The University of Calgary, Canada
2. Using a 3-Frequency WAAS Receiver to Land a General Aviation Airplane in Bad Weather with RFI: S.S. Jan, D. Gebre-Egziabher, T. Walter, P. Enge, Stanford University
3. A Novel GPS Initial Synchronization Scheme using Decomposed Differential Matched Filter: S.H. Park, Chungnam National University & NAVICOM Co., Ltd, Korea; I.H. Choi, S.J. Lee, Chungnam National University, Korea; Y.B. Kim, NAVICOM Co., Ltd., Korea
4. Satellite Acquisition for a Strike Missile Under Jamming and Time Initialization Constraints: C. Behre, R. Ornedo, G. Rogeness, T. Moore, Raytheon Electronic Systems
5. An Efficient GPS Receiver Algorithm for Channelwise Multipath Detection and Real-Time Positioning: H.K. Lee, J.G. Lee, Seoul National University, Korea; G.I. Jee, Konkuk University, Korea
6. Open Architecture Development System for Advanced Navigational Systems: A. Jovancevic, A. Brown, S. Ganguly, M. Kirchner, S. Zigic, Center for Remote Sensing, Inc.

Meet and Greet Social, 7-9 p.m., Kon Tiki Ballroom

Tuesday Morning, January 29

Session B1: Inertial and Integrated Navigation Systems II
8:30 a.m. - noon, Kon Tiki Room


Co-chair
James Waid
Honeywell


Co-chair
Navin Mathur
FAA

1. Successful Flight Test of a GPS and Radar Aided Inertial Navigation System: J. Anders, C. Johnson, A. Luckau, T.A. Moore, R.S. Ornedo, Raytheon Electronic System
2. Integrated Accelerometer/GPS Heading Estimator: L.S. Wang, F.R. Chiang, F.T. Huang, National Taiwan University, Taiwan
3. Robust Rapid Transfer Alignment with an INS/GPS Reference: P.D. Groves, G.G. Wilson, C.J. Mather, QinetiQ ltd (formerly DERA), UK
4. Integration of Satellite and Cellular Positioning Technologies: R. Chen, The Finnish Geodetic Institute, Finland
5. H-764GU EGI: Upgrade Path for CNS/ATM and NAVWAR: B.E. Fly, J. Elchynski, Honeywell Sensor and Guidance Products
6. Mitigation of Sculling and Commutation Errors by Frequency-Domain Development of INS Algorithmic Part: A. Soloviev, F. van Graas, Ohio University

Alternate
1. Modernization of a High Precision, Heavy Payload Centrifuge: H.A. Stoffel, L.P. Fallon, B.A. Blanchard, C.V. Trainor, C.S. Draper Laboratory, Inc.

Session B2: Augmentation for Land & Marine
8:30 a.m. - noon, Cockatoo Room


Co-chair
Nick Ward
Trinity House


Co-chair
Len Allen
USCG Navigation Center

1. Smart Government: Collaborative Use of Coast Guard Differential GPS Broadcast Sites: D.B. Wolfe, C.L. Judy, A.B. Kritz, J.A. Chop, United States Coast Guard Command and Control Engineering Center
2. Developments in Maritime DGNSS and its Future Role: N. Ward, Trinity House Lighthouse Service, UK
3. Co-Locating DGPS and Loran Transmitters: M.E. McKaughan, H.L. McCarter, United States Coast Guard Academy; D.B. Wolfe, J.L. Hartline, M.W. Parsons, United States Coast Guard; C.A. Schue, W R Systems, LTD
4. Understanding and Predicting the Availabilities of Radiobeacon DGNSS Systems: A. Grant, D. Last, University of Wales, UK; N. Ward, Trinity House Lighthouse Services, UK
5. Directional Signal Strength Sensor for Differential GPS Beacons: K. Gross, M. McKaughan, R. Hartnett, D. Everette, L. Hartshorn, C. Armstrong, U.S. Coast Guard Academy
6. User Equipment Based RAAS Experimentation: T. Willems, M. Brondeel, A. De Wulf, Ghent University, Belgium; A. Muls, Royal Military Academy, Belgium

Alternates
1. Analysing RSIM-Based Integrity Monitoring for Differential GNSS: P.B.Ober, Delft University Of Technology, The Netherlands
2. Development of the Shipboard Integrity Monitor for the Joint Precision Approach Landing System (JPALS): M. Koenig, D. Gebre-Egziabher, S. Pullen, U.S. Kim, P. Enge, Stanford University; B.S. Pervan, F.C. Chan, Illinois Institute of Technology

Session B3: Receiver and Antenna Technology II
8:30 a.m. - noon, Toucan/McCaw Room


Co-chair
John Owen
Defense Evaluation and Research Agency


Co-chair
Dave Wolfe
USCG C2Cen

1. Performance of DSP-Loran/H-field Antenna System and Implications for Complementing GPS: G.L. Roth, D. Gervasi, J. Jacoby, P. Schick, C. Schweitzer, J. Schliem, Locus, Inc.
2. Test Results of a Dual Frequency (L1/L2) Small Controlled Reception Pattern Antenna: H. Tseng, R. Kurtz, A. Brown, NAVSYS Corporation; D. Nathans, F. Pahr, SPAWAR Systems Center
3. Robust Beamforming in GPS Arrays: R.G. Lorenz, Stanford University and Thales Navigation; S.P. Boyd, Stanford. University
4. Digital Down Converter (DDC) H-Field Loran-C Navigation Receiver: Performance Analysis, Flight Test Update, and GPS/WAAS Integration: R.J. Hartnett, K.C. Gross, G.J. Czerwonka, H.H. Holland, Jr., U.S. Coast Guard Academy; M. Narins, Federal Aviation Administration; K.U. Dykstra, C.A. Oates, G. Sanders, G.T. Gunther, D. Larson, Anteon Corporation
5. A Study of a Blind Adaptive Algorithm in Time and Frequency Domain: I.F. Progri, W.R. Michalson, M. Bromberg, Worcester Polytechnic Institute
6. Artificial Magnetic Conductor Technology Reduces Weight and Size for Precision GPS Antennas: R. Hurtado, W. Klimczak, W.E. McKinzie, A. Humen, e-tenna Corporation

Alternate
1. Digital GPS Translator System for High Dynamic Test Vehicles: I.K. Park, S.H. Park, S.M. Kang, S.H. Kim, Y.B. Kim, S.J. Lee, Navicom, Korea

ION Luncheon, noon - 2 p.m., On the Beach, Bayside North

Tuesday Afternoon, January 29

Session C1: Information Infrastructure for Navigation
2 p.m. - 5:30 p.m., Cockatoo Room


Co-chair
Paul Najarian
ITS America


Co-chair
Dave Enabnit
NOAA Office of Coast Survey

1. Location Probes for Mapmaking: C.W. H. Goodwin, Goodwin Consulting
2. Mobile Positioning with GPS-Assisted Method for UTRAN: T.T. Lin, National Lien-Ho Institute of Technology, Taiwan; C.J. Chang, Acer Mobile Networks Inc.
3. A Low-Cost Portable Mobile Mapping System Integrating GPS, Attitude Sensors, and a Digital Camera for Mapping and GIS Applications: N. El-Sheimy, C. Ellum, The University of Calgary, Canada
4. The Evaluation of the Accuracy and Measurement of Latency of Internet-Based DGPS and RTK-GPS Positioning: Z. Liu, A. Yasuda, Tokyo University of Mercantile Marine, Japan; C. Fan, Tokyo University of Fisheries
5. Intelligent Waterway System and the Waterway Information Network: J. Spalding, K. Shea, USCG R&D Center; M.J. Lewandowski, Potomac Management Group
6. Elements of Semantic Web Infrastructure for Maritime Information: R. Malyankar, Arizona State University

Session C2: Augmentation for Aviation
2 p.m. - 5:30 p.m., Kon Tiki Room


Co-chair
Victor Wullschleger
FAA Tech Center

Co-chair
Rick Cassell
Rannoch

1. Certification and Operational Performance of GPS-Based Landing Systems: D.A. Stratton, C. Douglas, R. Gollnick, Rockwell Collins Inc.; R. Cole, Federal Express, Inc.
2. The Effects of Aircraft Overflights on GPS Measurements: L. Marti, F. van Graas, J. Kelly, Avionics Engineering Center, Ohio University
3. Availability Requirements for Local Area Augmentation System: T. Urda, Federal Aviation Administration; N.G. Mathur, Advanced Management Technologies Incorporated / FAA
4. Gaussian and Mixed Gaussian Methods of LAAS Overbounding: C.C. Varner, The MITRE Corporation
5. Approaching Nice with the EGNOS System Test Bed: S. Soley, E. Breeuwer, R. Farnworth, EUROCONTROL Experimental Centre, France
6. Global Positioning System / Wide Area Augmentation System (GPS/WAAS) Final Approach Error Analysis: D.P. Stapleton, Innovative Solutions International; M. Monroney, Aeronautical Center

Alternates
1. Investigation into LAAS Ionospheric Threat Model: S. Datta-Barua, T. Walter, S. Pullen, J. Blanch, P. Enge, Stanford University
2. A New Ionospheric Model for Wide Area Differential GPS: The Multiple Shell Approach: A. Komjathy, B.D. Wilson, T.F. Runge, B.M. Boulat, T.J. Mannucci, X. Pi, M.J. Reyes, L.C. Sparks, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory, California Institute of Technology
3. A Performance Comparison between a SCAT-1 DGPS System and the Omnistar DGPS System: G. Loegering, Ryan Aeronautical Center, Northrop Grumman Corp.
4. WAAS messages via LORAN Data Communications-Technical progress towards going operational: B. Peterson, K. Dykstra, Peterson Integrated Geopositioning; P. Swaszek, University of Rhode Island; J. Boyer, K. Carroll, USCG LORAN Support Unit; P.R. Johannessen, Megapulse, Inc.

Session C3: Innovative Applications
2 p.m. - 5:30 p.m., Toucan/McCaw Room


Co-chair
Sam Ryan
Canadian Coast Guard


Co-chair
Ed Norse
Trimble

1. An Improved Solution Algorithm for Self-Calibrating Pseudolite Arrays: E.A. LeMaster, S.M. Rock, Stanford University
2. Autonomous Navigation and Control of Miniature Vehicle using Indoor Navigation System: C. Kee, D. Yun, H. Jun, Seoul National University, Korea
3. Theory of Indoor GPS by Using Reradiated GPS Signal: H. Isshiki, T. Sugiyama, Pegasusnet Corp., Japan
4. High Accuracy Autonomous Image Georeferencing Using a GPS/Inertial-Aided Digital Imaging System: D. Sullivan, A. Brown, NAVSYS Corp.
5. ARD GPS Post-Flight Analysis: A. Jaupitre, G. Moreau, B. Frapard, C. Cougnet, Astrium, France
6. Flight Performance Evaluation of Three GPS Receivers for Sounding Rocket Tracking: B. Bull, NASA/GSFC/WFF; J. Diehl, Litton PRC, GSFC/WFF; O. Montenbruck, M. Markgraf, DLR, German Space Operations Center

Wednesday Morning, January 30

Session D1: Algorithms and Methods
8:30 a.m. - noon, Kon Tiki Room

Co-chair
Kai Borre
Aalborg University Danish GPS Center


Co-chair
Curtis Shively
MITRE/CAASD

1. Candidate Designs for an Additional Civil Signal in GPS Spectral Bands: J.W. Betz, The MITRE Corporation; D.B. Goldstein, US Air Force, GPS JPO
2. Sequential Processing of Integrated Measurements in a Generalized Kalman Filter: D. Hartman, Science and Applied Technology, Inc.
3. Classic Ultratight Integration Provides Truly Optimal Carrier Tracking Performance With C/A: J. Lukesh, Northrop-Grumman, retired
4. Analyses Performed in Support of the Ad-Hoc Working Group of RTCA SC-159 on RAIM/FDE Issues: Y.C. Lee, MITRE/CAASD; K.L. Van Dyke, DOT/Volpe Center
5. Moving Average Filters for Faster GPS Receiver Autonomous Integrity Monitoring: Y.H. Tsai, F.R. Chang, W.C. Yang, National Taiwan University, Taiwan
6. A Comparison between the Recursive Cholesky and MGSO Algorithms: I.F. Progri, W.R. Michalson, M. Bromberg, Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Alternate
1. A Spectral Prony Algorithm for Additive Component with Application to GPS Pseudo-Range Estimation: D.C.Y. King, Hsiu-Ping Institute of Technology, Taiwan

Session D2: Scientific Applications, Timing and Frequency
8:30 a.m. - noon, Toucan/McCaw Room


Co-chair
Angie Moore
JPL


Co-chair
Bill Klepczynski
Innovative Solution International

1. GPS Receiver Performance Characterization under Simulated Ionospheric Scintillation Environments II: T.N. Morrissey, K.W. Shallberg, Zeta Associates, Inc.; A.J. Van Dierendonck, AJ Systems; T. Kim, The Mitre Corporation; M.J. Nicholson, SPAWAR Systems Center
2. Assessment of GPS Signal Multipath Interference: S.H. Byun, G.A. Hajj, Jet Propulsion Laboratory, California Institute of Technology
3. Ionospheric Scintillation Monitoring and Mitigation Using Software GPS Receiver: K.M. Groves, T. Beach, Space Vehicles Directorate, Air Force Research Laboratories; S. Ganguly, A. Jovancevic, A. Brown, M. Kirchner, S. Zigic, Center for Remote Sensing, Inc.
4. Observation of Ionospheric Scintillation on GPS Signals in Japan: K. Matsunaga, K. Hoshinoo, Electronic Navigation Research Institute, Japan; K. Igarashi, Communications Research Laboratory, Japan
5. Application of Spatial Statistics to Ionosphere Estimation for WAAS: J. Blanch, T. Walter, P. Enge, Stanford University
6. Rapid Cycle Ambiguity Resolution for Carrier Phase Time Transfer Using a Dual-Frequency Digital Beam-Steering Receiver: N. Gerein, A. Brown, NAVSYS Corporation; E. Powers, USNO

Alternate
1. The Signifient Contribution of the GPS to Relativity Theory: J.P. Claybourne

Session D3: Space Based Navigation Systems I
8:30 a.m. - noon, Cockatoo Room

Co-chair
David Goldstein
GPS JPO

1. Broadcast vs Precise GPS Ephemerides: A Historical Analysis: D.L.M. Warren, RAAF; J.F. Raquet, USAF
2. GNSS Cost/Effective Optimisation by Integration with TDRSS and Using Robust Minimax Estimate Approach: V. Bobrov, F. Morganti, L. Mazzini, A. Bobrov, Alenia Spazio S.p.A, Italy
3. Equipping GPS Satellites with Accelerometers and Satellite-to-Satellite Observables: M.E. Ash, Charles Stark Draper Laboratory, Inc.
4. Kinematic Orbit Determination of Low Earth Orbiter using Triple Differences: J.H. Kwon, D. Grejner-Brzezinska, C.K. Hong, The Ohio State University
5. Data Screening and Quality Analysis for Kinematic Orbit Determination of CHAMP Satellite: T.S. Bae, J.H. Kwon, D. Grejner-Brzezinska, The Ohio State University
6. Results of an Investigation into the use of 1175 MH and 1202 MHz for GNSS signals in European Airspace: J.I.R. Owen, Defence Scientific and Technical Laboratories, UK

Deli Luncheon, noon - 1 p.m., On the Beach, Bayside North

Wednesday Afternoon, January 30

Session E1: Navigation Related Standards
1 p.m. - 4:05 p.m., Cockatoo Room


Co-chair
Sid Bennett
KVH


Co-chair
Rudy Kalafus
Trimble Navigation Limited

1. Navigation Standards: An Overview: R.M. Kalafus, Trimble Navigation; S. Bennett, KVH Industries, Inc.
2. ISO 19116, An Object-Oriented Standard for Positioning Services: T. Mauney, Spatial Systems
3. NMEA 2000 A Digital Interface for the 21st Century: L.A. Luft, USCG Research & Development Center; L.C. Anderson, F. Cassidy, NMEA Standards Committee
4. DGNSS Standards Development in IEC: L. Allen, USCG Navigation Center
5. A Proposal of New Correction Data Format for Real-time Kinematic GPS Positioning: C. Kee, J. Kim, Seoul National University, Korea
6. A Novel Approach for the Use of Information from Reference Station Networks Conforming to RTCM V2.3 and Future V3.0: B.E. Zebhauser, H.J. Euler, C.R. Keenan, Leica Geosystems AG, Switzerland; G. WUbbena, Geo++ GmbH, Germany

Session E2: Precise Positioning
1 p.m. - 4:05 p.m., Toucan/McCaw Room


Co-chair
Jaewoo Jung
Trimble Navigation


Co-chair
John T. Kelly
Rockwell Collins

1. Temporal Variability of GPS Error Sources and Their Effect on Relative Positioning Accuracy: M. Olynik, M.G. Petovello, M.E. Cannon, G. Lachapelle, The University of Calgary, Canada
2. Ionosphere Weighted GPS Ambiguity Resolution: G.C. Liu, G. Lachapelle, The University of Calgary, Canada
3. High Accuracy Differential and Kinematic GPS Positioning Using a Digital Beam-Steering Receiver: A. Brown, D. Sullivan, K. Taylor, NAVSYS Corp.
4. Octopus: Four-antennae RTK System. New Attitude Determination Method and Experimental Rsults: J. Ashjaee, L. Rapoport, P. Belikov, Javad Navigation Systems, Russia
5. Robust Positioning with Single Frequency Inertially Aided RTK: B.M. Scherzinger, Applanix Corporation
6. Millimeter-level Positioning and Sub-millimeter Profiling of the Holloman High Speed Sled Track: B.J. Gathright, W.A. Adamez, Applied Research Laboratories, The University of Texas at Austin; J. White, National Imagery and Mapping Agency, Holloman AFB

Session E3: Space Based Navigation Systems II
1 p.m. - 3:05 p.m., Kon Tiki Room

Co-chair
David Goldstein
GPS JPO

1. Simulation and Hardware Demonstration of New L2 Civilian GPS Ranging Codes: P.A. Dafesh, R.T. Bow, M.D. Partridge, T. Fan, The Aerospace Corporation
2. Predictions and Field Measurements of the GPS Block IIR L1 and L2 Ground Powers: A. Wu, The Aerospace Corporation
3. Reasonable Worst-case Power Assumptions for Global Positioning System (GPS) Interference Analysis: D.B. Goldstein, U.S. Air Force, GPS Joint Program Office; R. Owen, C.J. Hegarty, The MITRE Corporation
4. Current Constellation GPS Satellite Ground Received Signal Power Measurements: C. Edgar, The Aerospace Corporation; D.B. Goldstein, U.S. Air Force; P. Bentley, SRI International

Alternate
1. Receiver Algorithms for the New Civil GPS Signals: M. Tran, C. Hegarty, The MITRE Corporation


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Special Events
Monday, January 28
SPOUSES’ COFFEE
9 a.m., Rousseau West Room

A spouses coffee hour will be held from 9-10 a.m. at the Catamaran Hotel. The hotel concierge will be on site to advise you of special tours and all of San Diego's many attractions. This hour will give you the opportunity to learn about San Diego, meet up with old touring companions and develop new friendships.
Monday, January 28
MEET & GREET SOCIAL
7 - 9 p.m., Kon Tiki Ballroom

Take the opportunity to meet with colleagues and acquaintances on an informal basis (dress for comfort). A cash bar and light dinner will be available. Spouses are welcome.
Tuesday, January 29
ION LUNCHEON
noon - 2 p.m., On the Beach

This event is included in the price of a full registration. Tickets for partial registrants and guests may be purchased. Cost: $40. In Case of inclement weather, this function will be held in the Multipurpose Room.

Wednesday, January 30
DELI LUNCHEON
Noon - 1 p.m., On the Beach

This event is included in the price of a full registration. Tickets for partial registrants and guests may be purchased. Cost: $35. In case of inclement weather, this function will be held in the Multipurpose Room.

San Diego - Another Name for Paradise

IT’S CALIFORNIA’S OLDEST CITY, THE NATION’S sixth largest city, and is proudly regarded as “America’s Finest.” Splashed with spectacular sunny weather and countless tourist and cultural attractions, San Diego is justifiably another name for paradise.

Mission Bay
This 4,600-acre aquatic playground is the largest facility of its kind in the world devoted to boating, fishing, skiing, swimming, board sailing, and public recreation. For swimmers and sunbathers, there are 27 miles of sun-bleached beaches with six designated swimming areas.

The Catamaran Resort Hotel is on Mission Bay and features a wide variety of boat rentals and water sport activities.

Tijuana, Mexico
Tijuana is the most visited border city in the world. The bazaar-like atmosphere makes bargaining for leather goods, glassware, jewelry or pottery a unique shopping experience, while the greyhound and horse races provide a special excitement all their own. Savor the exotic, exciting flavors of Mexican cuisine.

San Diego Zoo
The world-famous zoo celebrated its 75th birthday in 1991. This 100-acre tropical garden zoo has 3,900 animals of 800 species and is noted for its exhibition of many rare and exotic species.

Old Town
The first European settlement in California, Old Town is where San Diego began. Old adobes and other historic structures blend with fine restaurants and fascinating shops to capture Old Town’s rich heritage, while creating a popular attraction for visitors.

Seaport Village
This waterfront dining and shopping complex depicts the harbor as it was a century ago. Located on 14 acres along the Embarcadero, Seaport Village is composed of more than 60 shops, boutiques and galleries where visitors can browse to their heart’s delight.

Gaslamp Quarter
A historic downtown district recreates the spirit of Victorian times through the restoration of old buildings that now feature antiques, crafts, arts, restaurants, shops, and offices all in the authentic tradition of that era.

San Diego Mission
San Diego’s Spanish heritage is preserved in its beautiful missions. Padre Junipero Serra’s first mission in California, Mission San Diego de Alcala, still holds services daily in the original mission chapel.

Accommodations
Catamaran Resort Hotel
3999 Mission Blvd.
San Diego, CA
Phone: 858-488-1081 - Fax: 858-488-1387

Accommodations are offered at the beautiful Catamaran Resort Hotel - Casual Elegance in a tropical paradise with acres of lush foliage and sun drenched beaches. Mission bay is at your doorstep. The enticing waves of the pacific ocean are just 100 yards away.

Reservations. You can make a reservation by calling 1-800-422-8386. International participants may call 1-858-488-1081 or fax a reservation to 1-858- 488-1387. Be sure to make your reservations by January 5 to receive the special ION rates listed below. Please be sure to identify yourself as an ION meeting participant. The Catamaran Hotel. $139 per night. Limited govenment rates available.* Parking: $10 per night for overnight guests and $10 per day for visitors.

* The U.S. government rate will be honored only for those persons traveling with U.S. government travel orders and paying for the room with a U.S. government issued credit card. Failure to provide these validations at check-in will result in your reservation being honored at the group rate. If you do not meet this criteria, please do not reserve a government- rate room as this will deny qualifying individuals from obtaining a room. Government contractors and/or retired or non-active military personnel do not qualify for government rate rooms.

Transportation

Air Transportation
The Catamaran Hotel is approximately 20 miles from San Diego International Airport. Taxi fare is approximately $25 one way. Cloud Nine Shuttle is the recommended service at a cost of $8.50 per person each way. (Note that other shuttle companies may charge substantially higher rates and make numerous stops.) Cloud Nine Shuttle can be reached by picking up the courtesy phone in the baggage claim area of the airport or by waiting in the shuttle pick-up area directly outside the baggage claim area.

Driving Directions: From the San Diego International Airport to the Catamaran: Take Interstate 5 North. Exit and turn left on Grand Avenue; you will be heading west towards the Pacific Ocean. Follow Grand Avenue to Mission Blvd. and turn left. Stay on Mission Blvd. for approximately 4 blocks; the Catamaran Resort Hotel will be on your left hand side, just past Pacific Beach Drive.

To the Catamaran from Cities North of San Diego: Take Interstate 5 South. Take the Balboa exit and turn right at the second light which is Garnet Avenue. You will be heading west towards the Pacific Ocean. Follow Garnet Avenue to Mission Blvd. and turn left. Stay on Mission Blvd. for approximately 5 blocks; the Catamaran Resort Hotel will be on your left hand side, just past Pacific Beach Drive.