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1 ACADIA NATIONAL PARK BAR HARBOR, MAINE JULY 17-23, 2005 From the magnificent rockbound coast, soaring granite cliffs and tree- lined streets leading into this Maine village - to the sweeping vistas from atop Cadillac Mountain - come to where the mountains meet the sea: Bar Harbor on Mount Desert Island. New England s most enchanting Island Resort has so much to offer. Tour Acadia National Park (the first national park east of the Mississippi and America s second most popular national park.) Enjoy easy walks on 57 miles of auto-free carriage paths. Golf on a beautiful, historic course, kayak with the puffins, or browse through fine galleries. In the evenings, enjoy dinner at a local lobster pound, view a film, or listen to a concert.

2 NATIONAL TAX INSTITUTE 2005 CONFERENCE SCHEDULE HARBORSIDE HOTEL & MARINA ACADIA NATIONAL PARK - BAR HARBOR, MAINE DATE MEETINGS SOCIAL EVENTS/TOURS 7/17 Sunday 7/18 Monday 7/19 Tuesday 7/20 Wednesday Arrival - no meeting scheduled 2005 Federal Income Tax Update Speaker: Michael Schlesinger, JD, LLM 2005 Business Tax Developments Speaker: Michael Schlesinger, JD, LLM Day of leisure no meeting scheduled Hospitality Desk 6:30-7:00pm: Welcome to Acadia Orientation Meeting 6:00-7:00pm: Reception hosted by National Tax Institute 8:30-9:30am: Spouse/guest breakfast hosted by National Tax Institute Scheduled optional tour with other participants 7/21 Thursday 7/22 Friday 7/23 Saturday 2005 FASB, SSARS and SAS Update and Other Developments Affecting the Profession Speaker: Richard Delgaudio, CPA, MBA CPE Hours: 6 or 8-A&A* Protecting the Jewels Speaker: Gary Sullivan, CPA, CFP, PFS New Developments-Estate, Gift and Retirement Planning Speaker: Gary Sullivan, CPA, CFP, PFS Recommended departure after meeting adjourns Note: * Continental breakfast will be served in the meeting room starting at 7:00am for participants only. Participants receive 6 CPEs for attending each live session and may receive an additional 2 CPEs by completing an optional 2-hour self-study course which will be distributed at the conference. Selfstudy is based on NASBA's Registry-QAS 50-minute/hour measurement.

3 NATIONAL TAX INSTITUTE 2005 CONFERENCE PROGRAM HARBORSIDE HOTEL AND MARINA ACADIA NATIONAL PARK, BAR HARBOR, MAINE Nestled in downtown Bar Harbor, Maine, just moments away from Acadia National Park, is the Harborside Hotel & Marina. Offering a seaside venue in a quaint downtown location, this beautiful new hotel provides luxury without pretense; it is a welcome complement to Bar Harbor s charm and majesty. Hotel Rating: AAA 3 Diamond ACCOMMODATIONS: Many of the Harborside s 185 rooms offer fantastic views of Frenchman s Bay, the inner harbor and the offshore islands. Each room includes a semi-private balcony, color television with cable, refrigerator and your choice of King, Queen or two double beds and marble bathrooms. This is a non-smoking hotel. Standard Non view: This room category has no view of the water and features one king or two double beds. Maximum 5 persons. Standard Bay view: Same as above with view of the bay. Maximum of 5 persons. Standard Harbor view: Same as above with Harbor view. Maximum of 5 persons. Deluxe Bay View: Larger rooms overlooking Frenchman s Bay and includes a work area that consists of a desk, chair and modem hook-up. Deluxe rooms also feature a comfortable pullout sleeper sofa. Sleeps up to 6. Deluxe Harbor View: Same as above with full harbor view. AMENITIES: The hotel offers many amenities including: outdoor heated swimming pool, hot tub, fitness center, whale watching, schooner and lobster boat trips that depart directly from the property, and easy access to all of the activities offered in Bar Harbor. DINING: The Pier Restaurant offers a variety of steak, chicken and pasta, but specializes in fresh local seafood. It is located right next to the property. The Tiki Bar & Lounge is on property and a great gathering spot for friends and family. Room service is also available. There is complimentary continental breakfast in the lobby each morning. Many other restaurants are within walking distance. PARKING: Complimentary self-parking. HOTEL PACKAGE COST- 7 DAYS/6 NIGHTS (Per Person) Double Occupancy (Per Person) Extra Nights Room category Room cost Tax Single Add-on Single Double Standard Non view $604 $42 $646 $216 $108 Standard Bay view Standard Harbor view Deluxe Bay view Deluxe Harbor view Hotel package includes: Hotel room cost - 6 nights Hotel room tax 7% Extra person rate: No charge for additional persons up to a maximum of five (5) persons Rollaway beds available for $10 per night. NO REFUNDS FOR EARLY DEPARTURES

4 TRAVEL INFORMATION HARBORSIDE HOTEL & MARINA 55 WEST STREET ACADIA NATIONAL PARK, BAR HARBOR, MAINE PHONE: (207) AIRPORT: Hancock County Airport Bar Harbor. The airport is approximately 15 miles from the Harborside Hotel & Marina and about a 20-minute drive. AIRFARES: Colgan Air provides daily scheduled airline service between Bar Harbor and Boston. Through fares and convenient connections to most cities. The Malmberg Travel Group will be able to assist you with airline reservations TRANSFERS: The cost of a taxi from the Hancock County Airport to the Harborside Hotel & Marina is $25.00 and are available through Airport & Harbor Taxi. Please call them at to reserve once you know your flight schedule. ISLAND EXPLORER: Clean propane-powered shuttle busses offer free transportation to hiking trails, carriage roads, beaches, and downtown centers. For more information, call CAR RENTAL: Car rentals are highly recommended if you are not arriving with your own vehicle. Budget and Hertz service the Bar Harbor area. The Malmberg Travel Group can assist you with car reservations DIRECTIONS: If you are driving from your home city, we suggest you contact AAA for a road map from your area. If you are flying into Bar Harbor - Hancock County Airport to Bluenose Inn: Turn left out of the airport road onto Route 3 East Follow Route 3 for 1.5 miles to a stop light after the bridge in Trenton Bear left at the stop light and follow signs to Bar Harbor The town of Bar Harbor is approximately 10 miles from the bridge; take a left onto West Street. The Harborside Hotel & Marina is located on the ocean (left) side at 55 West Street. CLIMATE: New England summer weather will vary. Expect beautiful sunny days ranging from degrees Fahrenheit. PARKING: Complimentary Self parking is available for guests. DRESS CODE: Casual attire is recommended. Sweaters or light jackets are suggested for evenings or boat excursions. Good walking shoes, sunscreen, insect repellent are also recommended. HOTEL CHECK-IN: 3:00pm HOTEL CHECK-OUT: 11:00am* *Arrangements for late check-out may be requested with the front desk (surcharges may apply.) For Further Information please visit or call The Chamber of Commerce at (207) NATIONAL TAX INSTITUTE 2005 CONFERENCE PROGRAM HARBORSIDE HOTEL & MARINA

5 ACADIA NATIONAL PARK, BAR HARBOR, MAINE OPTIONAL EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES 7/17 SUN 6:30-7:00pm Welcome to Bar Harbor Orientation Meeting -Meet your hosts and preview the activities available in the area. Location will be posted upon your arrival. 7/18 MON 9:30am 6:00-7:00pm A Walking Tour of Fine Arts & Crafts Join other spouse/guests for a walking tour of the galleries of Bar Harbor. Visit fine art and crafts establishments such as Alone Moose, Birdsnest, Eclipse, Island Artisans, and Spruce Grove. Cost: Compliments of National Tax Institute -Sign-up at Orientation meeting or upon arrival. Cocktail Reception - Come and meet fellow participants, spouses, guests and families at this event, hosted by NTI. Casual attire is recommended. Children are welcome. Cost: Compliments of National Tax Institute - Sign-up at Orientation meeting or upon arrival. 7/19 TUE 8:30-9:30am 2:00-4:30pm 7/20 WED Day of Leisure 1:00-3:00pm Spouse/Guest Breakfast - Meet other spouses and guests at the continental breakfast, hosted by NTI. Meet others who share your same interests such as walking, shopping, tennis, golf, sightseeing, etc. A representative will be on hand to answer any questions and assist you in making the most of your free time. Children are welcome. Cost: Compliments of National Tax Institute - Sign-up at Orientation/Arrival. Acadia National Park Tour Enjoy the woods, water, mansions, mountains, beavers and boulders of Acadia and Bar Harbor. Tour includes Cadillac Mt., Sieur De Monts Spring, Sand Beach, Thunder Hole, Otter Cliff, and Jordan Pont House. Tour departs from Testa s Resturant, 53 Main Street, Bar Harbor. Transportation on own. Cost: $25/Adult; $15/Children under 12; Infants/Free (on lap) Sign-up by June 16 th See attached registration form. Sail Aboard the Rachel B. Jackson Join other NTI guests on this exciting sail aboard a magnificent 67-foot schooner. Sit back and relax as you sail past lighthouses and lobstermen in Frenchman Bay. Interested in a Hands On experience? Help raise the sails or steer. Look for seals, porpoises, osprey, and eagles. Fun for all! Transportation on own. Cost: $30.00 per person $20.00 Children under 12...Sign-up by June 16 th See attached registration form. Bring your own lunch/drinks. 7/21 THU 5:00-7:30pm Bar Harbor Lobster Bake Enjoy Maine lobster, native mussels, corn on the cob, potatoes, cole slaw, bread, homemade blueberry cake, coffee or tea (cash bar available). Located on Route #3 directly across the street from the ocean, three miles from downtown Bar Harbor (transportation on your own). Cost: $27.50 per person (includes tip and tax) Children under 14 can split one dinner for $27.50 or have everything except lobster for $8.50..Sign-up by June 16 th See attached registration form. 7/22 FRI Enjoy Acadia National Park at your leisure! 7/23 SAT Recommended day of departure. Note: Participants must sign up for the above tours by June 16, Tour costs are subject to change and based on a minimum of participants. Don t miss out on these fun excursions!

6 ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES AT YOUR LEISURE The front desk at the Harborside Hotel can assist you with arranging your week-long itinerary: Acadia National Park The glacier-formed mountains are accessible to novice and expert hikers alike, providing breathtaking views of the island and sea.. Amid dramatic scenery in the country s second most popular park, you can drive via a 27-mile loop road that begins at Hulls Cove Visitor Center and offers easy access to sights such as Sand Beach, Thunder Hole, Otter Cliffs, Jordan Pond and Cadillac Mountain. Acadia National Park Audio-Tour is available at the National Park Visitor Center. Acadia & Island Tours Oli s Trolley Take a historical tour of the days gone by and transport yourself back into the cottage days of Bar Harbor with whimsical tales of a lost era. Tickets at 1 West Street, Harbor Place Building (next to Town Pier). Call A Step Back in Time A Victoria walking tour presented by Coastal Kayaking Tours. Step back in time with costumed guides to a Victorian Bar Harbor. Relive the incredible lifestyles of the Vanderbilts, Astors, Rockefellers and others as their servants tell you of grand parties, manicured estates and stately mansions. Call Lulu Lobster Boat Ride A traditional Downeast wooden lobsterboat that has delighted passengers for seasons! See an up-close demonstration of lobster fishing, look for seal colonies and share Captain John s interest in nature and local history/folklore. Call Windjammer Cruises Sail on the Margaret Todd and enjoy a majestic sail among the islands of Frenchman s Bay. View Acadia National Park from the sea, watch lobstermen hauling their traps, enjoy a picnic or just relax on her spacious decks. Call Island Cruises Enjoy an afternoon nature cruise either through beautiful Blue Hill Bay or to Great and Little Duck Islands. Call Sea Kayaks Canoes Bike Rentals. Adventure awaits as skilled outfitters offer a wide array of interesting and educational tours for all skill levels.coastal Kayaking Tours ( ); Acadia Outfitters ( ); and National Park Outdoor Recreation Center ( ). Oceanarium Bar Harbor An up close and personal teaching aquarium offering a personal hands-on experience. (207) Golf: Bar Harbor Golf Course Located at the mouth of Frenchman s Bay, the course is one of New England s finest golf courses known for its picturesque beauty (Call ) Kebo Valley is just minutes from downtown Bar Harbor and consistently ranks among America s best public golf courses. (Call or visit their site at Atlantic Brewing Company Learn all about the brewing process on a free tour. Try standard ales as well as featured specialty ales at frequent tastings. Call BEER. Abbe Museum Celebrates Maine s Native American Heritage in arts, culture, and history. Call Jordan Pond House Enjoy elegant high teas in the park a tradition dating back to the time of summer cottages and socials. Enjoy strawberry jam, popovers and homemade ice cream on the tea lawn that overlooks Jordan Pond. Call For further information please visit: or Call: (800) Bar Harbor Chamber of Commerce 193 Cottage Street, Bar Harbor, ME NATIONAL TAX INSTITUTE

7 TOUR/ACTIVITIES REGISTRATION FORM ACADIA NATIONAL PARK, BAR HARBOR, MAINE Name: Address: City/town: State: Zip: Telephone: Fax: Names: Acadia National Park Tour - Tuesday July 19 2:00-4:30pm Type Price Total Adults $25 Child under 12 $15 Infants (on lap) Free Rachel B. Jackson Schooner Sail Wednesday July 20-1:00-3:00pm Type Price Total Adults $30 Child under 12 $20 Bar Harbor Lobster Bake Thursday July 21 5:00-7:30pm Type Price Total Adults $27.50 Children under 14 $27.50 Can split 1 dinner Child under 14 can have everything except lobster $ 8.50 TOTAL- ALL TOURS Credit card (MC/visa) $ Exp date: Signature: All reservations due by June 16 and tours may sell out before that time. After June 16, activities are subject to availability. Cancellations after June 16 are subject to forfeiture of payments based on tour operator s cancellation clause. Please fax or mail to: CPE Meetings 87 Terrace Hall Avenue Burlington, MA FAX #

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