Public Events

The following events are open to the general public and do not require you to participate in the full conference to attend.

Pre-Conference Field Trips & Short Courses

Friday and Saturday, October 15-16
Starting Place: Sheraton New Orleans Hotel
Cost: $35 – $200

We are offering a wide variety of field trips and short courses before the main conference begins.  View descriptions, times, and prices on the Pre-Conference Events page.  To sign up, use our online registration system; simply choose Events Only Registration after your login is created and your CFSC membership is verified.

Welcome Reception

Saturday, October 16, 5:30 – 8:30 pm
Sheraton New Orleans Hotel
Cost: $35

The conference will begin with an evening welcome reception at the Sheraton.  To sign up, use our online registration system; simply choose Events Only Registration after your login is created and your CFSC membership is verified.

Laissez Les Bons Temps Rouler Reception

Monday, October 18, 7:00 – 10:00 pm
Sheraton New Orleans Hotel
Cost: $45

Let the good times roll! A brass band will lead us in a New Orleans original Second Line to the French Market, America’s oldest public market, where local chefs will thrill the palate with a Gumbo Cook-off. A jazz trio will set the atmosphere for an evening enjoying the bounty that New Orleans has to offer!

To sign up, use our online registration system; simply choose Events Only Registration after your login is created and your CFSC membership is verified.