TOUR
OF AMOS SITE
Thursday,
12 February 2004
Conference participants have the option to take a guided tour of the Air Force Maui Optical and Supercomputing (AMOS) site. The Air Force Research Laboratory operates this site encompassing the Maui Space Surveillance System (MSSS) and the Maui High Performance Computing Center (MHPCC) to support a research and development mission. Further information on AMOS may be found at http://www.maui.afmc.af.mil/.
We will depart the Wailea Marriott at 1100 in a motorcoach for the short drive to the Maui Research and Technology Park in Kihei. There we will tour the MHPCC facility, receive an overview of the AMOS site, and enjoy a catered lunch. Next we will depart for the 1.5-hour drive to the MSSS, situated near the summit of Haleakala (“House of the Sun”). This scenic drive will take us from sea level to 10,000 ft elevation through the serene Upcountry districts of Maui. After visiting MSSS and with time/weather permitting, we will make a brief stop at the Summit House of Haleakala National Park to enjoy the spectacular views. We will return to the hotel ending the tour at approximately 1700.
Please note that the weather at the summit is unpredictable and can be dramatically cooler. Jacket and sunglasses are suggested, and closed-toe shoes are required.
COST
The fee for this tour is $40 per person and covers transportation, lunch, and snacks.
RESERVATIONS
This tour is limited to 60 people and is open to all registered conference attendees. Reservations are required.