May 2, 2005

Seabrook Tourism Workshop

The City of Seabrook will host a two-day rural tourism workshop as part of the 2005 Texas Yes! Bootstrap Marketing Workshop Series II from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Monday, May 9 and Tuesday, May 10 at Marker 1, 3101 NASA Parkway.

The workshop, designed to serve both newcomers and seasoned veterans in the tourism industry, is sponsored by the Texas Department of Agriculture in cooperation with the Office of the Governor, Economic Development and Tourism.  Advanced registration is $60 for a single day or $75 for two days.  A limited number of on-site registrations will be available at a cost of $100.  Fees include lunch, refreshments and all training materials.

The Texas Department of Agriculture Texas Yes! initiative is a membership-based program for rural communities, businesses and organizations to promote business development, job growth and tourism in rural Texas.

"Our goal is to help empower rural communities," said Texas Agriculture Commissioner Susan Combs. "There are so many exciting ideas turning into a reality because of the vision and enthusiasm rural leaders continue to have for ensuring their communities get the attention they deserve. These workshops are designed to support these efforts by providing the latest information on innovative approaches and proven strategies."  

Workshop fees include admission to two additional events designed to spotlight the community of Seabrook, including a "Play by the Bay" Welcome Mixer, featuring live music and free hors d'oeuvres, at 5 p.m. on Sunday, May 8, at Sundance Grill  and a sunset dining cruise on Monday, May 9, aboard the Spirit of Texas Paddlewheeler. 

Registration information and workshop agendas and schedules are available at www.TexasYes.org or by calling Indigo Resource Group at (830) 990-0180. For more information on the Texas Yes! program, call (866) 4TEX-YES.

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