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POA 2023 FALL EDUCATIONAL CONFERENCE

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Join us at Bedford Springs!

We are pleased to be returning to the Omni Bedford Springs Resort for this event. Few properties can boast the historic significance of Bedford Springs Resort, located in the Allegheny Mountains of south-central Pennsylvania. For more than 200 years, the eight mineral springs located on the resort’s property served as an important gathering place. In 1905, the resort opened one of the nation’s first indoor pools fed by the property’s spring waters. Eventually, the resort would be the site of many significant moments in American history, hosting a long list of celebrities, wealthy clientèle, corporate magnates, and dignitaries from around the world. To date, the resort has hosted 10 US Presidents, seven of whom visited during their presidency.

In 2007, Bedford Springs Resort was restored to its historic grandeur after a $120 million restoration. The new resort is the most modern of meeting places, featuring state-of-the-art technology and conveniences.

Over 200 years ago, the mineral springs of Bedford Springs, PA became known as a source of rejuvenation. Today, the Omni Bedford Springs Resort’s updated facilities and luxurious guest rooms, world-class spa, and superbly restored golf course provide all the charm you expect in a historic Pennsylvania retreat with the modern conveniences you look forward to from an Omni Hotel.

Reservations can be made by calling 877-409-6664 and asking for the POA rate. There are two types of rooms available: Deluxe rooms at $224/night plus taxes and Resort View rooms at $244/night plus taxes.

Reservations can also be made online at https://www.omnihotels.com/hotels/bedford-springs/meetings/pa-optometric-association-board-meeting-11012023.


Exciting events in the exhibit hall

Our vendors are so important to the POA, and we encourage you to mix business with pleasure during our breakfast and lunch receptions in the exhibit hall on Friday, November 3. Bring along your business cards for drawings sponsored by our exhibitors.


Registration deadline

The last day for online registration will be Monday, October 30.

Download the event brochure here.