Event Detail
The Western Society for Trenchless Technology (WESTT) is proud to present its 3rd Annual
Western Regional No-Dig Conference and Exhibition, October 1-3, 2007, in Reno, Nevada.
Enjoy all the benefits of a national conference program in a smaller forum with a personalized
touch. Come to exciting Reno, Nevada and learn about the latest in trenchless technology from experts in the field through an informative technical program and product exhibit area.

What are WESTT and NASTT?
WESTT is a non-profit organization established in 2004 and includes the following states: Arizona, California, Nevada and New Mexico. WESTT is a regional chapter of the North American Society for Trenchless Technology which is affiliated with the International Society for Trenchless Technology. The mission of WESTT, NASTT and ISTT is to promote education and development of trenchless technology for the public benefit.

Who Should Attend?
The conference is useful to public officials, engineers, utility company personnel, designers and contractors who are involved with constructing, rehabilitating and managing underground utilities.

Special Course Offerings – NEW in 2007
In addition to an outstanding technical paper program, the conference will offer two new post-conference seminars:

• The Infrastructure Management Course (Tues., Oct. 2) is a new course presented by the City of Reno Sanitary Engineering focusing on the “basics” of developing an infrastructure management system. Course will provide an in-depth overview of newer hardware and software tools available to collect, categorize and manage data, as well as review the history and evolution process of the City of Reno’s to where it is today.
• The New Installation Methods Good Practices Course (Tues., Oct. 2 – Wed., Oct. 3) will provide you with a better understanding of what simpler, less expensive trenchless methods are available to owners and engineers such as: auger boring, pipe ramming, pipe jacking and the pilot tube method. The key to any successful project is using the right construction method based on the project conditions and requirements. This new course will arm you with the information you need to make informed decisions. Sponsored by NASTT.
  
  Note: These special courses are offered for an additional fee.

 
Conference Exhibits and Sponsorships

• Platinum ($1,500) - Includes tabletop display with 3 representatives, program recognition and reception sponsorship
  
• Gold ($750) - Includes tabletop display with 2 representatives, program recognition and break/meal sponsorship
  
• Silver ($500) - Includes tabletop display with 1 representative and program recognition
  
  Note: Additional persons from each organization are $175 each for all sponsorship levels.

Registration Fees
By August 31, 2007: The conference registration fee is $225 for NASTT members and $175 for subsequent persons from the same organization (who also must be NASTT members). Non member conference fee is $275 and $225 for subsequent persons from the same organization.

After August 31, 2007: The conference registration fee is $275 for NASTT members and $250 for subsequent persons from the same organization (who also must be NASTT members). Non member conference is $325 and $300 for subsequent persons from the same organization.

This year’s conference has a limited number of attendee and exhibitors spots available – so please book early to reserve your space!

Hotel Information
All Technical Paper Sessions, Exhibits & Networking Events will be held at:

Harrah’s Reno Casino & Hotel
219 North Center Street Reno, Nevada 89504
Reservation Phone Number: (888) 726-6311
Local Hotel Phone Number: (775) 786-3232
Website: http://www.harrahsreno.com

Special Room Rates
Single/Double Occupancy Room $59.00 single/double ($10.00 per person extra for 3rd & 4th person in same room)
Mention Western Regional No-Dig Conference Code “S7WESTT” to receive this special rate.
Reservation Deadline For Special Rate: August 31, 2007

For Further Information
For program content questions, contact:
Sam Ariaratnam (480) 965-7399 or Mike Stram (775) 334-2584.

For general conference registration questions, contact:
Mike Stram, Jan Gould (775) 334-2437 or Jennifer Boyd (661) 387-6203