Sports, Tours, and Spouse Event


AHRI Rees Scholarship Foundation 5K Fun Run/Walk (6:00 AM - 7:00 AM)

Join your colleagues, AHRI staff, and fellow runners and walkers for the fourth annual AHRI Fun Run/Walk to benefit the Rees Scholarship Foundation.  Enjoy Scottsdale while getting in your daily exercise by running or walking at any pace that allows you to keep smiling and enjoy the sunrise while finishing with a sense of accomplishment! The $80 participation fee includes a $20 donation to the Foundation. Each participant will receive a receipt of contribution for tax purposes. The fee includes a water station at the mid-point; water, juice, Gatorade, tea, coffee, fruit, and an AHRI 5K Fun Run t-shirt. Simply select the "AHRI Rees Scholarship Foundation 5K Fun Run/Walk" session when you register, and list your t-shirt size in the “Registration Questions” section.



AHRI Golf Tournament #1- Champions Course (12:30 PM - 5:00 PM)

Built on the former site of TPC Scottsdales Desert Course, the completely new Champions Course was designed by Heckenkemper to fit seamlessly into the natural desert terrain. As challenging as it is picturesque, the par-71, 7,124-yard layout features undulating Bermuda fairways, the only Emerald Green greens and tee boxes in Arizona, and a variety of strategically placed bunkers to provide an enjoyable challenge for golfers of all abilities. Crafted to offer a variety of playing strategies, the course includes five par-3s and a diverse array of par-4s, ranging from the 480-yard 5th hole with a split fairway to the 15th, a short 310 yards if golfers choose to go directly for the green. The course finishes par-3, par-5 and par-4, creating a dramatic ending to this outstanding new layout. 

Tournament will be scored using the Modified Stableford scoring system. 

Cost is $185 per person. The fee includes greens fees; cart fees; use of practice facility, including sufficient practice balls; professional management of tournament; personalized scorecards; bag handling gratuity; taxes; shotgun time start; box lunches; and roundtrip transportation to Golf Club. Golf commitment may be cancelled without financial obligation until October 27, 2016. After October 27, the fee will not be refunded. Player substitutions are allowed; email kfonnett@ahrinet.org.

Personal golf clubs may be left with the bell staff at the front drive of the resort when you arrive and will be transported to the Golf Club for your convenience. Please let the hotel staff know which days you will be playing golf so they can ensure your clubs are delivered.

Because we will use the Modified Stableford scoring system, it is important that you include your handicap on the registration form, along with your foursome request. Please include this information in the “Registration Questions” section of the Event Registration.

Rental clubs for men and women are available at the Golf Club for $75 (plus 7.95% tax) per day per set and includes two sleeves of golf balls. Please indicate in the space provided for your foursome request if you wish to rent right- or left-handed clubs.

Dress code: Collared shirt, long pants or walking shorts. Denim is not allowed. Metal spikes are not allowed.

The shuttle to the golf course will depart the conference center bus circle at 11:30AM.
 
 


TOUR #1: City Slicker Cattle Drive (12:30 PM - 5:00 PM)

The group will be assisted in driving cattle across a small portion of the Sonoran Desert on the Yavapai Indian Community Land. Arizona’s unique landscape makes the chore of rounding up cattle a work of art and something that attendees will accomplish through teamwork. Rocky terrain, cacti, and desert ravines provide an extra challenge. Professional wranglers will be on hand to guide the group.

Required attire: Long pants and closed-toe shoes

Suggested attire: Sunglasses, visors or hats and sunscreen.

Cost is $195 per personMinimum 15 guests required, 55 maximum. Gratuities, bottled water, and professional wranglers are included. Reservation fee must be submitted with the registration fee. This tour will depart from the Conference Center Bus Circle. Please arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time. 

 



AHRI Tennis Clinic and Social- Sanctuary Resort Tennis Club at Camelback Mountain (1:00 PM - 4:00 PM)

Join AHRI members and guests for an instructional tennis clinic and social! Guests will be guided through a clinic and have a chance to mix and mingle with fellow Annual Meeting attendees. This is a great opportunity to brush up on your skills or, if you are a beginner, get playing tips from a pro!

This is not just for avid tennis players; players from all experience levels are encouraged to participate. Come out and join your colleagues and guests for some fun!

Cost is $100 per person. Price includes court fees, professional instruction, tennis balls, and transportation to and from the hotel and the tennis club. Water, soft drinks, beer, and wine will be provided. Your reservation may be cancelled with a full refund until October 27. After October 27, the fee will not be refunded. Please list your rating (3.0, 3.5, etc.) or indicate that you are a beginner in the "Registration Questions" section of the Event Registration.

Racquet rentals are available at the Tennis Shop for $10.00 per racquet, per day.

Dress Code: All tennis players must wear proper non marking tennis shoes. We also recommend you wear sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses.

The shuttle to the tennis event will depart the Conference Center Bus Circle at 12:15PM.

 



Spouse Event: Smart Phone Artistry (9:30 AM - 11:30 AM)

Using their smart phones, guests will learn how to take great photos and create art using photo editing apps! Learn from a professional photographer as you explore Arizona and photograph its majestic beauty. Discover Arizona’s desert charm and capture these memories on film. Using your own smart phone camera, learn about composition, lighting, and design from a professional photographer. The photographer will lead a unique hands-on photo experience while creating lasting photo memories. Please join us and take the opportunity to meet and get to know other spouses attending the AHRI Annual Meeting. NOTE: Make sure you have your smart phone with you.

Cost is $65.00 per personMinimum 20 guests required, 35 maximum.



AHRI Golf Tournament #2- Stadium Course (12:30 PM - 5:00 PM)

Avid golfers will enjoy a PGA Tour golf experience at the TPC Stadium Course. Designed by the team of Tom Weiskopf and Jay Morrish, the Stadium Course is the home of the annual PGA Tour Waste Management Phoenix Open (formerly the FBR Open). The course hosts the Waste Management Phoenix Open every winter. Lush fairways surrounded by desert vegetation and breathtaking mountain views enhance the golf experience on this 18-hole, par 71 course. One of the most dramatic holes on the TPC Stadium Course is the 15th,which is a reachable par-5 with water surrounding an island green. With bunkers in the front of the green and a lake to the left, it creates an interesting challenge for all.

Cost is $240 per person. The fee includes greens fees, cart fees, use of practice facility (including sufficient practice balls), professional management of tournament, personalized scorecards, bag handling gratuity, taxes, shotgun time start, box lunches, bag tag and yardage book (on Stadium Course only), and roundtrip transportation to Golf Club.

The shuttle to the golf course will depart the Conference Center Bus Circle at 11:30AM.

See AHRI Golf Tournament #1 for additional details.

 
 


AHRI Tennis Match Play/Round Robin/Social- Sanctuary Resort Tennis Club at Camelback Mountain (1:00 PM - 4:00 PM)

Join your colleagues and other guests for a tennis match and round robin play followed by an afternoon social. A professional will organize and guide the matches. Winners will be recognized during the Incoming Chairman’s Luncheon and Sports Awards. This is a great opportunity to put the skills you learned at the clinic to the test!

Cost is $80 per person. Price includes court fees, professional instruction, tennis balls, and transportation to and from the hotel and the tennis club. Water, soft drinks, beer, and wine will be provided. Your reservation may be cancelled with a full refund until October 27. After October 27, the fee will not be refunded. Please list your rating (3.0, 3.5, etc.) or indicate that you are a beginner in the "Registration Questions" section of the Event Registration.

Racquet rentals are available at the Tennis Shop for $10.00 per racquet, per day.

Dress Code: All tennis players must wear proper non marking tennis shoes. We also recommend you wear sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses.

The shuttle to the tennis event will depart the conference center bus circle at 12:15PM.



TOUR #3: Bondurant High Performance Driving (2:00 PM - 5:30 PM)

When the fast lane doesn’t satisfy your need for speed, there’s only one place to go. The Bob Bondurant School of High Performance Driving is a professional, state-of-the-art racing facility, dedicated to the pursuit of maneuvering with precision at high speeds. Launch a turbocharged Mustang through the course at 100 mph and you’ll never be satisfied with 65 mph again. The group will begin at the Bondurant School with instruction and safety training, followed by an exciting driving experience and ending with a wrap up, and results.

Suggested attire: Comfortable walking shoes, long pants, and sunglasses for this activity.

Cost is $295 per personMinimum 15 guests required; 30 maximum. Gratuities, professional to accompany group, private use of track, car rental, helmets, and all safety gear are included. Reservation fee must be submitted with the registration fee. This tour will depart from the Conference Center Bus Circle. Please arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time. 

 
 


TOUR #4: Hot Air Balloon Rides (2:45 PM - 6:45 PM)

Up, Up and Away…There’s no better way to experience the tranquility of the Sonoran Desert. Board a gondola and climb to a thousand feet above the desert floor for a breathtaking flight in a hot air balloon. Riders feel the exhilaration of smooth air travel as they soar above desert plateaus and outcroppings.

Breathtaking and Educational…Keep your eyes open for some of the desert’s natural inhabitants, including coyotes, hawks, javelina, and deer. Your FAA certified pilot is an expert on the legends and lore of the area, and will supply a colorful narrative as the ride unfolds.

Back to Earth Again…Once you touch down, the occasion will be marked with a traditional toast and scrumptious gourmet treats for the group. The adventure ends with a Certificate of Ascension formally inducting participants into the ballooning society.  

 
It is suggested you bring your camera, and wear closed-toe shoes, comfortable clothing, and sunscreen.

Cost is $235 per personMinimum 8 guests required; 75 maximum. Professional to accompany group, one hour balloon flight with certified FAA pilot, afternoon flight refreshments upon landing, first flight certificates for each participant, and gratuity are included. Reservation fee must be submitted with the registration fee. This tour will depart from the Conference Center Bus Circle. Please arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time.

 

 
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