Patski 2016 Brochure

Whistler Intellectual Property Conference 2016
Big Sky Ski Resort, Montana, U.S.A.
February 21- February 25, 2016
T
he Whistler Intellectual Property Conference, hosted by PATSKI is an international meeting of patent professionals which
combines a world-class skiing and snowboarding experience with an opportunity to meet, and exchange knowledge and
information with business associates from around the world. This is our 16th year and each year we have returning as well
as new participants who recognize this as a unique educational and business opportunity.
In the past, design patents have perhaps been seen as the poor cousin of utility patents. That changed with the outcome in Apple v.
Samsung where it became clear that, at least in some fields, design patents may provide a higher level of damages for infringement
than utility patents, particularly if obtained in strategically creative ways. The US and Japan having joined the Hague Agreement on
Designs, and with Canada soon to join, that system has reached a critical mass to make it attractive to clients, but still presents
complications given the disparate design filing requirements around the world.
Combining the use of design patent/registration, three-dimensional trademark registrations, and utility models, practitioners can
supplement utility patent protection in valuable ways without major additional costs. The theme of the Patski 2016 business sessions in Big Sky, Montana from February 21 through 25, 2016 therefore will be “The Shape of Things to Come”.
ABOUT THE RESORT
B
ig Sky Ski Resort, located in the Northern Rockies in Montana, boasts “the
biggest skiing in America” with 5800 acres of skiable terrain, a vertical drop of
4350 feet, 300 named runs on four connected mountains, 22 chair lifts and 8
surface lifts and the 6 mile long run from Liberty Bowl to Mountain Mall. From
groomers to gullies, Big Sky has it all. Skiers can access terrain to meet the needs of
all skiing abilities (15% beginner, 24% intermediate and 43% advanced) with powder,
steeps, trees, groomers and a natural fall-line back to the village base. It is no wonder “The Biggest Skiing In America” with all this “big” terrain and a lift capacity of
29,000 skiers per hour is consistently recognized in ski magazines for its short or
non-existent ski lines.
Cross Country Skiing is also available for those that prefer at the Lone Mountain Ranch partway up Lone Peak,
at 6700 feet elevation, and about 10 minutes from the
Summit hotel. There are over 85 kilometers of groomed ski trails on a
nationally ranked course. More information here.
There are many actvities available at Big Sky including snowshoe, snowmobile, snowcoach and zip line tours, ice climbing, and backcountry skiing.
For more information visit here. There is also the Solace Spa and the
Wellness Studio that offers daily classes including yoga, ballet fitness, cardioconditioning, Zumba and more.
A trip to Big Sky would not be complete
without a trip to America’s first National Park,Yellowstone. Here you
will find the world’s largest concentration of geysers including the
most famous of them all, Old Faithful. In the winter it is truly magical
to see steam and water erupt from natural cauldrons in the ice covered
surface. Mountain wildlife is abundant with wolves, foxes, bison and elk.
PATSKI 2016 MEETING AGENDA
Pre-Conference Tours
Plans are in the works for some pre-conference
activities for those people interested. A
trip to Yellowstone National Park and/or
Snowmobiling are just a couple of options
being explored. Please keep these options
open when making travel arrangements and
perhaps extend your hotel reservation to
include February 19 and/or 20 to be able
to join us.
Tuesday, February 23, 2016
Thursday, February 25, 2016
MORNING BUSINESS SESSION 7:309:30am
MORNING BUSINESS SESSION 7:309:30am
APRÈS-SKI NETWORKING SESSION 4:006:00pm
APRÈS-SKI NETWORKING SESSION 4:006:00pm
FAREWELL DINNER 7:00pm
DINNER- 7:00pm
Sunday, February 21, 2016
OPENING RECEPTION 5:00pm-7:00pm
Join us at the recently refurbished Whiskey
Jacks, right next door to the Summit Hotel.
Registrants and Accompanying Persons will
get to know each other, pick up registration
materials, be informed of the events of
the week and get a brief overview of the
mountains.
Monday, February 22, 2016
MORNING BUSINESS SESSION 8:3010:30am
APRÈS-SKI NETWORKING SESSION 4:006:00pm
WELCOME DINNER 8:00pm Join us at
Olive B’s, one the highly recommended local
restaurants, rated #2 on Trip Advisor
Wednesday, February 24, 2016
Our final evening will be a time to relax,
swap ski stories and the annual awards
presentations.Who will win the coveted “Best
Crash” this year? Dress is casual. Dinner will
be at the iconic Buck’s T-4. The original Buck’s
T-4 was established in 1946 as a hunting
camp. It quickly became a favourite Montana
roadhouse for locals, hunters and tourists to
Yellowstone National Park. A trip to Big Sky
would not be complete without dinner at
Buck’s T-4, rated #3 on Trip Advisor.
PATSKI FUN RACE 10:00am
Plans are in place for our annual Patski “Fun
Race” so wax up those skis and racers be
ready, set to GO!
APRÈS-SKI NETWORKING SESSION 4:006:00pm
DINNER
Dinner is on your own in one of Big Sky’s many
fine restaurants.
Patski 2016 Organizing Committee
Bruce Green Oyen Wiggs Green & Mutala LLP
Robin Keulertz Olbricht Patentanwälte
David Cleveland IPLM Group, P.A.
For more information, please contact Bruce Green at
bgreen@patentable.com or visit our website here
HOTEL AND RESERVATION INFORMATION
T
he Summit at Big Sky will play host to Patski this year. The Summit is one
of the premier slope-side ski residences in the Rocky Mountains. Amenities
include, free Wifi, Boyne beds, HDTV’s, fitness centre, steam room and indoor/
outdoor soaking pool. There are two high speed lifts within 55 yards of the hotel.
Patski has secured a block of studio and king rooms at special rates. Group rates
are valid 3 days pre and post Patski subject to availability. One and two bedroom
suites are also available at special rates as well as accommodation in other Big Sky
Resort properties subject to availability. Please contact us directly if you require
any additional information. Early Booking is highly recommended.
ROOM TYPES
Summit Hotel (prices in US dollars excluding taxes)
Daily breakfast included
Guests per room
Studio 1-3 guests
1-King Hotel 2 guests
2- Queen Hotel 2-4 guests
One Bedroom
Condominuim Style 2-6 guests
Two Bedroom
Condominium Style 4-6 guests
1
$268
$313
$313
$594
2
$283
$328
$328
$594
3
$308
4
$353
$594
$378
$594
$764
$764
$764
$764
Summit Studio: 1 Queen
Wall Bed/Sofa, 1 bath,
450-480 sq. ft., Innerspring mattress wall bed,
kitchen, fireplace.
Summit King Hotel: 1
King Boyne Bed, 1 bath,
400-440 sq. ft. Includes
wet bar, fireplace. May
include jetted tub.
Reservation Procedure
To make a reservation, please call 1 (800) 548-4486 and reference “Patski
Conference and the group code 109811”. Alternatively, reservations may
be made on line by clicking here. A deposit equal to one (1) nights lodging is required at the time of making the reservation. Full payment is not
required until departure. Please note that anyone wanting a one bedroom or larger suite must make their reservation by phone or ask for
our assistance. There are limited rooms available outside of our initial room
block of February 21 through February 25 so early booking is recommended.
Cancellation Policy; Please refer to the hotel cancellation policy at the
time of booking. For cancellaions within 30 days, the one night deposit
is non-refundable.
2 Queen Hotel: 2
Queen Boyne Beds,1
bath, 400-440 sq. ft.,
sleeps 2-4. Includes wet
bar.
One Bedroom Condominium Style: Either 1 Queen,
2 Queens, or 1 King &
Wall Bed or Sleeper Sofa,
2 baths, 880 sq. ft. Full
kitchen, fireplace in most,
select have hot tub on deck.
To reserve a unit with a hot
tub, please call to make a
reservation.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
HOW TO GET HERE
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Getting to Big Sky Resort is easy. Big Sky Resort is located approximately one hour (less than 50 miles) from the Bozeman Yellowstone
International Airport (BZN) and the northwest entrance to Yellowstone National Park. Many airlines service Bozeman Airport with direct
flights. For more information on airlines and direct flights available, click here.
Enjoy a leisurely drive from Bozeman Airport through a scenic canyon skirting along the Gallatin River.There are many options for ground
transportation from Bozeman Airport, including free shuttle service, bus, taxi or car rental. For more information, please visit here. Driving directions are available here.
LIFT TICKET AND EQUIPMENT RENTALS
Lift tickets will be available at a group rate of $85 US per adult per day plus 3% resort tax for participants registered in accommodations
through Patski. An additional discount rate of $80US plus 3% resort tax is available for guests sking 5 or more days. Tickets will be available at the ticket windows with proper identification so advance purchase through Patski is not required.
Rentals are also available at discounted prices at the Big Sky Ski Rentals. Rates/day are: $31Standard Ski Package or Snowboard Package,
$44 High Performance Ski Package, $55 Demo Skis Only and $69 Demo Skis and Boots.
Special Thanks to David Cleveland for many of the photos provided.