Welcome to EMT Express, providing bi-weekly news and tips for the people who market Minnesota tourism.

• June 2009 Inquiries
• Cultural Heritage Tourism Workshops in Your Region
• 2011 Governor’s Fishing Opener Event Proposals Sought
• Par Pricing for Canadian Visitors
• Restaurant Vacancy on Explore Minnesota Tourism Council
• Minnesota in the News
• Minnesota Heartland to Hold Summer Meeting in Conjunction with Cultural Workshops

June 2009 Inquiries

Cultural Heritage Tourism Workshops in Your Region

Cultural Heritage Tourism Workshops will be held in each region beginning with the first session in Thief River Falls, Thursday, August 13, 2009, following the Minnesota Heartland Tourism Association meeting. The theme of the workshops is "Get a Little Help from Your Friends" as this is an opportunity to learn together with others in your region, and to develop new ways of developing tourism with the great arts and cultural activities in each community. Get more information.

2011 Governor’s Fishing Opener Event Proposals Sought

Explore Minnesota Tourism is seeking proposals to host the 2011 Governor’s Fishing Opener event. This event is held annually and is sponsored by Explore Minnesota Tourism and a host community/tourism organization. 2011 marks the 63rd anniversary of this traditional Minnesota event. Get more information.

Par Pricing for Canadian Visitors

Despite the soured global economy, Canadians continue to flock across the border to shop, relax and enjoy arts and sports throughout Minnesota, especially from Manitoba and Western Ontario. What better way to welcome Canadian guests and boost visitation than with Par Pricing at lodging establishments and attractions around the state! Get more information.

Restaurant Vacancy on Explore Minnesota Tourism Council

A vacancy exists on the Explore Minnesota Tourism Council for a restaurants representative to complete a four-year term expiring January 3, 2011.

The Council exists to serve the broader interests of tourism in Minnesota by promoting activities that support, maintain, and expand the state’s domestic and international travel market, thereby generating increased visitor expenditures, tax revenue and employment. Membership includes: up to 28 members appointed by the Governor, meetings are held at least four times a year, and the location varies.

Application forms may be found at http://www.sos.state.mn.us/docs/oa_application.pdf,

or may be obtained from the Office of the Secretary of State, Open Appointments, 180 State Office Building, 100 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd., St. Paul, MN 55155-1299, or in person at Room 180 of the State Office Building.

Minnesota in the News

Explore Minnesota Tourism’s media staff works to bring your story to the media daily. Here is some of the most recent, high-profile coverage…

Get the news.

Minnesota Heartland to Hold Summer Meeting in Conjunction with Cultural Workshops

Minnesota Heartland will hold their summer meeting on Thursday, August 13, 2009, at the Best Western Hotel in Thief River Falls. The meeting will begin at 9:00 a.m. with a review of the Northwest and Central Region’s marketing program. We are looking for input and feedback on our regional marketing. In addition, Explore Minnesota will provide an update on the 2010 partnership grant program. There is no registration fee for this meeting. Come join us!

All attendees are encouraged to attend the Cultural Heritage Workshop which begins at 10:00 a.m. Minnesota Heartland supports these opportunities that bring valuable education and networking programs to our regions.

For more information on the programs and registration for the workshops, please go to:

http://industry.exploreminnesota.com/culture/.

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