Owners and operators of thermal mineral pools, spas and resorts worldwide will meet at Murrieta Hot Springs Resort in southern California on January 8-11, 2024 for the fifth Hot Springs Connection Conference. Topics and tours are designed for Facilities Directors, Operations Managers, and frontline and administrative staff members.
The host location Murrieta Hot Springs Resort, will showcase its $50 million renovation. An exclusive back-of-the-house tour will give Hot Springs Connection participants an insider’s view of the extensive improvements and upgrades to this historic 46-acre property. David Dronet, owner and CEO of Murrieta Hot Springs Resort and The Springs Resort in Pagosa Springs, Colorado, proclaims, “We are very proud to unveil this project to members of the Hot Springs Association.” With 10+ speakers and facilitators, a full spectrum of topics will be covered. One of the featured speakers is Dr. Roy Vore, a microbial physiologist specializing in recreational water management, float tanks, and regulations of aquatic venues. Dr. Vore will address water sanitation methodology. Alternatives such as flow-through exchange systems are of great interest to this sector.
Geothermal geologist Gerry Huttrer will discuss various subjects, including geothermal water quality, quantity and flow; well drilling; controlling corrosion and scale; and proper wastewater discharge and disposal methods. He will also cover snowmelt, heating domestic water, and supplementary heat. A slide show of projects worldwide will highlight the most recent expansions, new construction and restorations. Experienced builders will compare different techniques when working with geothermal water and describe how they retrofit historic facilities.
Internationally recognized motivational speaker, trainer and author David Aaker, who specializes in non-profit trade association management, will conduct interactive leadership training sessions and facilitate roundtable discussions on hot springs operators’ challenges.
In the evenings, guests can gather around the pools with Dr. Marcus Coplin and Professor Jonathan Paul De Vierville who will lead sessions on mindful soaking, contrast therapy circuits and Dream Circles. Participants will also enjoy visiting the popular Glen Ivy Hot Springs in Corona for lunch and a behind-the-scenes tour. There will be time to experience Club Mud, the Grotto and mineral baths.
Hot Springs Association representative Vicky Nash says, “The favorite activities are the site tours. Attendees gain tremendous knowledge by seeing different design layouts and learning about the equipment and procedures.” An optional event will be offered to experience the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians’ new 73,000 sq ft Spa at Séc-he in downtown Palm Springs. $249 includes transportation to and from Palm Springs, tour, dinner and a Taking of the Waters Day Pass highlighting the private hot springs soaking rooms.
Exhibitors, vendors, suppliers and consultants will be available throughout the event to discuss and demonstrate various products and services. Discounts on registration are available to Hot Springs Association members at $1097 for one person and $897 for two or more people from the same business. Non-members will pay $1497.
To register, go to https://hotspringsassociation.regfox.com/hot-springs-connection. Lodging is at Murrieta Hot Springs Resort with an exclusive discounted group rate on a variety of room types: Basic $159/night, Deluxe $289/night, Luxury $339/night and Signature Suites $409/night.
For additional information, go to www.hotspringsconnection.com/conference/.
