Come to the Quad Cities and explore the mighty Mississippi River, great historical attractions and neighborhoods, and a riverfront city atmosphere. Learn about our Native American and Civil War history, John Deere heritage, and take in the beauty of our forest preserves and parks. Visit our wonderful museums, galleries, an IMAX Theatre, riverboat casinos, riverboat cruises and unique shopping experiences.

At the only place where the Mississippi River runs east to west, the Quad Cities lines the River with Illinois on one side and Iowa on the other. The Quad Cities area is actually comprised of five major cities: Rock Island, Moline, and East Moline on the Illinois side, and Davenport and Bettendorf on the Iowa side. Divided geographically by the river, yet joined as one community by bridges, the towns in the Illinois and Iowa Quad Cities offer diverse cultural attractions and excellent hospitality.

The Quad Cities area is also home to Arsenal Island, the largest island in the upper Mississippi. Established as a government arsenal by Act of Congress in 1862, today it is home to the largest government-owned munitions plant in the country. Visitors to the Mississippi River Visitors Center on Arsenal Island are able to watch boats and barges 'lock through' Lock and Dam 15, and can also see the world’s largest roller dam at work as it holds back the waters of the Mississippi River. - from weareqc.com

The Quad Cities area is served by the Quad City International Airport in Moline, the QCIA

The site for our 2008 conference will be
the Stoney Creek Inn in Moline, Illinois

Located on the picturesque Moline riverfront, the Stoney Creek Inn Moline has 140 rooms and some very special features. The Inn is designed to reflect the atmosphere found in our nation's Northwoods - warm, cozy, with a touch of home comfort, plus the fun and peace of mind that comes from relaxing in the wilderness. The Northwoods decor is carried out throughout the hotel - a look you will not only love, but one you won't find anywhere else.

Hotel amenities include:

• Free shuttle service to and from the Airport; [available from 7:00am-11:00pm]
• Expanded complimentary continental breakfast served daily
• Glass elevator in the lobby
• Fresh coffee available 24 hours a day
• Guest laundry facilities
• Relaxing and spacious gathering areas with fireplace, bar, and television
• Backwater Jack's Saloon

Room accommodations include one standard king bed or double queen beds, free local phone calls, personal voice mail, hi-speed wireless Internet access, cable television with pay-per-view movies, alarm clock-radio, hairdryer, coffeemaker, free newspaper, and iron & ironing board.

The Stoney Creek Inn features the "Wilderness Park" Recreation Area that provides our guests an indoor/outdoor heated swim-through pool, indoor and outdoor patio areas, a whirlpool sauna, an exercise room with dry sauna, and a video game room.

You can even jog, stroll or take a bike ride on the Great River Trail along the Mighty Mississippi River, conveniently located in the hotel's backyard!

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