Chase Alumni: Registration Opens for April 2015 Reunion in the Netherlands
Dear Reader,
Registration is now open for The Netherlands You Don't Know #2, a reunion planned for April 23-26, 2015 and organized by Hans and Marian van den Houten.
Because a large part of the Netherlands (the Low Lands) consists of polders – low-lying land that has been reclaimed from a body of water and is protected by dikes – there is a saying "God created the earth, but the Dutch created the Netherlands." Our trip will show us how the engineers have saved it.
Dutch water management policies are currently being studied and adopted in the United States in the aftermath of Super Storm Sandy and in anticipation of increased flooding incidents due to global warming. Dutch water management engineering firms have been retained by the City of New York and New Orleans to develop plans to protect both cities against future storms.
A large part of our itinerary looks at the impact of and response to the horrific North Sea flood of 1953. In its aftermath, the Netherlands developed the Delta Works, an extensive system of dams and storm surge barriers.
When we're not learning about water, we'll be enjoying other liquids, first-rate food, spas, great scenery and, of course, great company!
The trip is limited to 60 participants and can only accommodate four travelers requiring single occupancy rooms. The person registering must be a dues-paying member of the Chase Alumni Association.
For details about the trip and how to reserve, please click the link below. For additional information, please contact Ken Jablon.
The Board of the Chase Alumni Association
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The Netherlands You Don't Know #2: About the Water Thursday, 04/23/15 at 3:00am CAA Reunion, April 23 - 26, 2015 |
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