| The National Guard Association of New Hampshire cordially invites you to the 147th NGAUS General Conference & Exhibition, August 22-25, 2025 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin at the Baird Center. This annual conference allows members to gather and vote on the top legislative priorities for NGAUS. There are ample opportunities to network with other National Guard members and hear from influential military and civilian leaders. Witness the power of having a unified voice in Washington DC as we face future battles over force structure, equipment, and readiness.
Click here for full information about the conference from the NGAUS website, including links to the Schedule of Events, Conference Activities, and Trade Show information. SCHEDULE OF EVENTS: Arrival Travel Days: Thurs and Fri, Aug 21st and 22nd Sport Fishing: Thurs, Aug 21st - Port Washington Marina NGAUS Golf Tournament: Fri, Aug 22nd - Morning and Afternoon sessions - The Bog G.C. Motorcycle Ride: Fri, Aug 22nd - House of Harley Davidson CGO/Warrant Officer Mixer: Fri, Aug 22nd - Mecca Sports Bar & Grill Senior Warrant Office Mixer: Fri, Aug 22nd - Gather at the Deer District TAG Reception: Fri, Aug 22nd - Zilli Lake & Gardens Resolutions: Fri, Aug 22nd and Sat Aug 23rd 5K Fun Run: Sat, Aug 23rd - Veterans Park Ribbon Cutting: Sat, Aug 23rd - Hall E Entrance Business Sessions: Aug 23-25 - Hall A Officer Professional Development: Aug 23-25 - Hall A or Grand Ballroom A Task Force Meetings: Aug 24th Spouses Luncheon: Sun, Aug 24th - Pritzlaff Building Hospitality Night: Sun, Aug 24th - Various Locations States Dinner: Mon, Aug 25th - Baird Ballroom Departure Travel Day: Tues, Aug 26th REGISTRATION: New Registration Fees: This year all members, spouses, retirees, and guests are $200 per person. NGANH is offering complimentary registrations for all currently serving CGO's and WO1-2's. The registration fee covers the cost of the Governors Reception, Spouse's luncheon, all Mixers, and States Dinner. Not covered in the registration fee are the Golf Tournament, Motorcycle Ride, Sport Fishing, 5K Run, Retired/Separated luncheon and Shuttles to/from MKE. We have two Golf Tournament shotgun times, one in the AM and one in the PM. If you want to golf please be mindful of which you choose. Be sure your travel days allow for participation in the events you choose. You must be registered NO LATER THAN JUNE 30, 2025. Hotel rooms and conference rates will not be guaranteed after this date. DO NOT register through the NGAUS website. All NH member registrations are completed here. ACCOMMODATIONS: Accommodations this year for the NGANH will be at the Hilton which is connected by skyway to the Baird Center. The rate is $197 + 17% taxes/fees. There is no deposit per room this year. All reservations are made with NGANH credit card under your name. You will be given your confirmation number in an email as soon as available. Upon checking in, you will give your credit card information as well as any Hilton rewards information. We will have a delegation suite again this year with complimentary snacks and beverages of all types. Your Landing Fee helps defray this cost (see Additional Info below). Rooms are first come first served so please make your reservation through this registration site as early as possible. Please do not try to make your reservation directly with the hotel. They will refer you back to your state. Please be vigilant about letting me know any changes to your itinerary. Cutoff for requesting additional rooms from NGAUS is also June 30th so please don't wait. SPACE A TRAVEL: Space A travel (KC-46) may be available from/to Pease. However, this may change so please plan accordingly. TRANSPORTATION: The host state has arranged for shuttles from/to MKE on Thursday for arrivals from 10AM to 8PM and Friday for arrivals from 11AM tp 6PM and Tuesday for departures from 6AM-1PM. If your travel falls within those dates/times, sign up with this registration. Pay particular attention to the events you sign up for and be sure you are arriving in time to participate. The cost is $10 each way per person. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: We are collecting a nominal $25 landing fee for miscellaneous expenses regarding NGANH shirts (to be worn during the convention) and our NGANH delegate suite. This cost is included in the overall $225 cost of registration ($200+$25). complimentary registrations have a waived landing fee. The New England hospitality venue/event is at the Pilot Project. Info and details at a later date.
We have polo shirts (from last year) for this year's conference! Every new attendee (including spouses/guests) will get 2 new shirts if you don't already have one. Please indicate the sizes you need if you don't already have a shirt. Uniform (Operational Camouflage Pattern - OCP) is mandatory for those CGO or WO going in paid status. For all other attendees, the NGANH polo shirt (new or previous years) with slacks/skirts is the preferred attire for all business sessions. Please reference dress codes for each event on the NGAUS website. Any questions or to discuss with me in more detail as things unfold, you may reach out to me at my personal email: nicole.bixler@gmail.com or my cell at 603-918-0159. Nicole Bixler National Guard Association of NH nicole.bixler@gmail.com 603-918-0159 |
