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Attention Please: TECHNICAL PROGRAM

While waiting for our great opportunity to share scientific ideas, the SIMC-XIV organizing committee has planned a diversified program of social events to make your stay at Fayetteville pleasant and memorable. All the social programs are free once you have registered at the conference; however, you are required to reserve your spot at the activities of interest! We suggest you do this as early as possible.

Floating the BuffaloFloating the Buffalo:

In the heart of the Ozarks, lies the Buffalo River, a special place designated America’s first national river by US Congress in 1972. This unique status ensures its scenic beauty and natural wild state is preserved forever. Some one million people from all over the world visit the Buffalo National River every year. It is a place to find rejuvenation, adventure, and inspiration. Floating the Buffalo is a thrilling experience for all ages…

Hiking in OzarkHiking and Camping in Ozark:

Take a half day off to find out what makes Arkansas the Natural State. The beauty you can discover on foot from the campground is incredible. Natural wonders and historic attractions are all around you.

Have an unforgettable evening full of entertainment. Share a story around the campfire, grill fantastic steaks, make your own music and share a sense of adventure…

Ice SkatingIce Skating at Springdale:

After hot scientific discussions, what better way to enjoy an hour of cooling off than to go ice skating? The Jones Center at Springdale, 10 minutes drive from Fayetteville, is the home to the region's only ice skating arena. It offers other choices such swimming and using the gym. Such activities are open to everyone, no fee, as long as they promise to be on their best behavior. There's no place quite Like the Jones Center, a gift that keeps on giving, a gift of a lifetime.  Make yourself at home…

Bluebirds of Happiness

Bluebird of Happiness:

Join us for a tour of Terra Studios, the home to the original Bluebird of Happiness, one of the most popular hand blown glass animal figurines ever made. The studio is located in the Ozark Mountains, 30 minutes away from Fayetteville. Stroll along the wooded paths through the mural garden, explore the pottery showroom and watch skilled glassworkers create the now famous bluebird, buy the finest gifts from Arkansas, and bring happiness home for everyone…


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SIMC-XIV, University of Arkansas
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Fayetteville, AR 72701, USA
Tel: (479) 575-4084; Fax: (479) 575-4580
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