A reminder about the Netflix/Google/Equinix social event tonight,
starting immediately after Beer & Gear. Doors will open at 8:15 p.m. The
party will include dinner, drinks, and a live band and DJ until midnight.
Directions from the Westin St. Francis: Exit the hotel on the Geary St.
Exit (by valet parking), take a right, and then take the first right on
Mason Street. Ruby Skye will be immediately on the right. In other
words, Ruby Skye is directly behind the hotel, on the same block.
Full information at:
http://nanog.org/meetings/nanog49/invitation2.php
--NANOG Support
If you took the NANOG survey in the last hour or so you may have been
surprised to see a bunch of questions about sessions that will happen
later today. Apologies for that glitch. The correct survey has been
restored and we invite you to revisit the following link to take a
survey relevant to Sunday's sessions. You may need to relaunch your
browser to successfully return to the survey page:
http://www.nanog.org/survey
--NANOG Support
Dear NANOG49 Attendee--
At NANOG49 you'll be able to give your feedback via online surveys a
number of times during the meeting. There will be surveys on each day of
the meeting, each asking specific questions about sessions that took
place recently. The current survey is always available at the following
page:
http://www.nanog.org/survey
As a first step you can take the initial survey now, any time through
the end of the morning break on Monday, June 14. This survey asks for
comments on Sunday's sessions and your overall experience so far.
We're glad to provide some extra incentives to complete the surveys.
There will be drawings for valuable prizes, courtesy of Netflix, after
the morning breaks on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. To participate,
complete the survey using the link above by 11:20 a.m. on Monday and
Tuesday and by 10:50 a.m. on Wednesday.
When you have completed a survey (administered at SurveyMonkey.com) you
will be directed to a NANOG page where you can, if you choose, enter
your name and organization to be eligible for a prize drawing. Your
survey submission is not connected to the process by which your name is
collected for the drawing, and your submission will remain anonymous.
Prize winners each day will be randomly selected from the list of people
who have submitted their names upon completing the current survey.
Thank you for participating in this new approach and for offering your
feedback on the meeting.
--The NANOG Committees and Support Team
Dear NANOG49 Attendee,
We look forward to seeing you at NANOG49, hosted by Netflix, June 13-16
at The Westin St. Francis in San Francisco. We expect excellent
attendance, with over 500 registered attendees to date. This message has
some brief reminders to help you prepare for the meeting.
Agenda
------
The agenda is complete and available at:
http://www.nanog.org/meetings/nanog49/agenda.php
An abbreviated paper copy will be provided with your name badge.
Check-in
--------
When you arrive at the meeting, please check in at the NANOG
registration desk to pick up your name badge, t-shirt and important
handouts. The registration desk will be located on the Mezzanine Level
and open during the following hours:
Sunday: Noon to 6 p.m.
Monday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tuesday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Wednesday: 8 a.m. to noon
Community Meeting
-----------------
An important part of every NANOG meeting is the opportunity to hear
updates from, and communicate with, the committees that support and
guide the meetings and the NANOG community. We invite you to attend and
participate in the NANOG Community Meeting on Sunday, June 13, from
5:45-6:45 p.m. in the Grand Ballroom on the Mezzanine Level.
Newcomers' Breakfast
--------------------
If this is your first NANOG meeting, you are invited to attend a special
breakfast where committee members, Merit staff and long-time NANOGers
will talk about the organization, the meetings, and how to make best use
of both. Please attend to learn more about NANOG and how to get the most
out of your first meeting. The Newcomers' Continental Breakfast will be
held on Monday, June 14, from 8:30-9:30 a.m. in the California Room on
the Second Floor.
Social Gatherings
-----------------
Please join us in thanking the NANOG49 meeting host and sponsors for
their generosity in support of the NANOG community:
http://www.nanog.org/meetings/nanog49/sponsors.php
The sponsors contribute to the meeting's breakfasts, breaks, and other
features, and are noted in the agenda. We are pleased also to remind you
of the following special opportunities to gather outside the formal meeting:
Sunday, June 13, 8:00-10:00 p.m.
Social event sponsored by Silent Partner and Dyn at Harry
Denton's Starlight Room in the Sir Francis Drake Hotel
http://nanog.org/meetings/nanog49/invitation1.php
Monday, June 14, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
NANOG Beer 'n Gear in the California Room (Floor 2), sponsored
by Alcatel-Lucent, Arbor Networks, Brocade, Cariden Technologies,
Cisco Systems, Juniper Networks, Mu Dynamics, NTT America, OSI
Hardware, and XKL
Monday, June 14, 8:15-midnight
Social event sponsored by Netflix, Equinix and Google at Ruby Skye
http://nanog.org/meetings/nanog49/invitation2.php
Tuesday, June 15, 8:00-11:00 p.m.
Social event sponsored by CORESITE and Hurricane Electric at the
Clift Hotel
http://nanog.org/meetings/nanog49/invitation3.php
NANOG wireless network
----------------------
Wireless Internet service is available in all meeting rooms and many
public areas within the meeting space. New at this meeting, the SSID
"nanog-wpa2" provides encrypted wireless access. Please see the
following link or the handout at the registration desk for more
information about this service.
http://nanog.org/meetings/nanog49/wireless.php
In-room Internet access
-----------------------
If you are staying at The Westin St. Francis under the $209 NANOG group
rate, in-room Internet access is complimentary and the hotel should
provide the following instructions at check-in: "Your in-room high speed
Internet access is complimentary. However, you will still need to select
the service from the menu page, agree to the terms and conditions, and
click through until connected. While it will appear that you are being
charged for Internet service, the accounting system will automatically
remove the charge from your room account."
Travel links
------------
Transportation:
http://www.nanog.org/meetings/nanog49/transportation.php
Parking:
http://www.nanog.org/meetings/nanog49/parking.php
The Westin St. Francis parking garage offers a $25 flat rate for "day
parking" only. You must get a voucher each day from the NANOG
registration desk to present to the valet when leaving.
Meeting Email Lists
-------------------
You may use the list nanog-attendee(a)nanog.org to communicate with other
attendees about meeting activities. Messages sent to that list will go
to all other attendees who agreed to join the list during registration.
If you did not subscribe to the list when you registered, you can
subscribe now at:
http://mailman.nanog.org/mailman/listinfo/nanog-attendee
attendee(a)nanog.org is an email list used solely by Merit to communicate
important meeting information directly to all attendees.
If you need help or have a comment or suggestion for the Merit staff
operating the meeting, you may send email to nanog-support(a)nanog.org.
We hope this information is helpful in your preparations. Best wishes
for good travel to San Francisco.
--Merit Network, NANOG Registration & Support Staff
Just want to remind everyone, if you are staying in the Austin Hilton,
paying the NANOG group rate, your in-room Internet access is
complimentary. If your bill shows any in-room Internet charge, please
consult the front desk for a credit.
Begin forwarded message:
> From: "Catalano, Gerard (Gerard)" <gerry.catalano(a)alcatel-lucent.com>
> Date: February 16, 2010 8:37:25 PM PST
> To: kris foster <kris.foster(a)gmail.com>
> Subject: RE: [Attendee] austin eats
>
> Kris,
>
> I live here in the Austin area... Some other great spots to eat and drink:
>
> Trudy's (best texmex anywhere)
> Quality Seafood (best seafood in Austin)
> Hudson's on the Bend (exotic food, but expensive, local flare)
> Scholz Beer Garten www.scholzgarten.net
> Stubb's Barbecue (check their site for who's playing outside, good music spot)
> Casino El Camino (Best burger you'll ever eat)
> Lavaca Street Bar (great drink prices, and great cheese steaks)
>
> Enjoy,
> Gerry
>
>
> Gerard Catalano (Gerry)
> Alcatel-Lucent
> Technical Sales Engineer - North America
> 400 Marquis Lane
> Cedar Park, TX 78613
> Email: gerry.catalano(a)alcatel-lucent.com
> Phone: 512 658 2222
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: kris foster [mailto:kris.foster@gmail.com]
> Sent: Tuesday, February 16, 2010 9:44 PM
> To: attendee(a)nanog.org
> Subject: [Attendee] austin eats
>
> Relocating this from the main list
>
> --
> kris
>
> Begin forwarded message:
>
>> From: "Jason J. W. Williams" <williamsjj(a)digitar.com>
>> Date: February 16, 2010 7:39:06 PM PST
>> To: Randy Bush <randy(a)psg.com>
>> Cc: North American Network Operators Group <nanog(a)merit.edu>
>> Subject: Re: austin eats
>>
>> For BBQ, Rudy's is hard to beat:
>>
>> http://www.rudys.com/
>>
>> -J
>> --------
>> Jason J. W. Williams, COO/CTO
>> DigiTar
>> williamsjj(a)digitar.com
>>
>> V: 208.343.8520
>> F: 208.322.8522
>> M: 208.863.0727
>>
>> www.digitar.com
>>
>> On Feb 16, 2010, at 7:12 PM, Randy Bush wrote:
>>
>>>
>>> is there a nanog austin eats page somewhere? i lost my old link to some
>>> wiki we used to use.
>>>
>>> and, a completely unverified recco from an austin friend (who thinks
>>> chicken fried steak is the meat nearest heaven).
>>>
>>>> I spoke to my colleague who has lived in Austin more recently than I
>>>> have.
>>>>
>>>> He recommends North By Northwest highly, in the Arboretum area.
>>>>
>>>> http://www.nxnwbrew.com/
>>>>
>>>> When I was a Texan in exile, I would always, on returning, worship at
>>>> the shrine of Chicken Fried Steak. Threadgill's is a timeless classic
>>>> that specializes in it. Ken Threadgill was an Austin legend, who gave
>>>> Janis Joplin one of her first paying gigs. Bonus: Manager Eddie Wilson
>>>> was the Ranch Boss at the Armadillo World Headquarters, and has a shrine
>>>> of posters and pictures from the font of Austin weirdness.
>>>>
>>>> http://www.threadgills.com/
>>>>
>>>> He also recommends Urbanspoon as an online info source.
>>>>
>>>> http://www.urbanspoon.com/c/11/Austin-restaurants.html
>>>>
>>>> Welcome, y'all.
>>>
>>> !SIG:4b7b50f9162721632411545!
>>>
>>
>
>
> _______________________________________________
> Attendee mailing list
> Attendee(a)nanog.org
> http://mailman.nanog.org/mailman/listinfo/attendee
Hi,
I live in north Austin but sometimes get downtown.
North By Northwest is an upscale brewpub in north Austin. They brew their
own and actually cook good food. Imho, brewpubs usually do one or the
other well - this place does both well so I also highly recommend it.
If you're looking for entertainment, start at 6th street.
http://www.6street.com/
There's too many places for me to name but it is a very competitive area
so mediocre places don't last long. The conference hotel is within
walking distance of 6th street. I'd also recommend walking south, towards
the river, and I can also recommend places south of the river along
Congress Ave.
The Congress Ave. bridge is where the bats hang out, but they're long gone
and won't be back till summer.
http://www.austincityguide.com/content/congress-bridge-bats-austin.asp
Here's a place with many beers from Texas and the rest of the world.
http://www.gingermanpub.com/
If you go, tell Jeff (one of the managers) that Chris sent you. It won't
get you anything but he'll be pleased to hear.
A bit to the north, a place with lots of beer and some pub grub.
http://www.draughthouse.com/
It has a good "homey" feel to it.
If you're in the mood for a movie, try an Austin original: The Alamo
Drafthouse.
http://www.drafthouse.com/
The story goes that a couple liked watching movies with friends while
eating decent food and drinking beer. They bought an unused theater,
removed every other row of seats and replaced them with tables. The wait
staff will bring you food (decent pub grub) and beer (a wide selection)
during the movie. (They also have wine but I don't have any friends
like that.) They are successful and have expanded.
If you're in the neighborhood for a spell, drive out Texas 290 to
Fredericksburg. Along the way you'll find:
The LBJ Ranch near Johnson City.
http://www.nps.gov/lyjo/index.htm
A Texas wildflower farm.
http://www.wildseedfarms.com/
Several Texas wineries.
http://www.texaswinetrail.com/index.html
My favorite is Becker.
http://www.beckervineyards.com/
When you get to Fredericksburg, you'll find much eclectic shopping and
several b&b's.
http://www.fredericksburgtexas.com/http://www.fbgtx.org/
And my favorite places:
http://www.yourbrewery.com/index.htmlhttp://www.theauslander.com/
I hope that y'all have a great time here. Unfortunately, I won't be
joining as I've got a trip elsewhere next week.
Hope this helps,
Chris
On Wed, 17 Feb 2010, Randy Bush wrote:
> is there a nanog austin eats page somewhere? i lost my old link to some
> wiki we used to use.
>
> and, a completely unverified recco from an austin friend (who thinks
> chicken fried steak is the meat nearest heaven).
>
>> I spoke to my colleague who has lived in Austin more recently than I
>> have.
>>
>> He recommends North By Northwest highly, in the Arboretum area.
>>
>> http://www.nxnwbrew.com/
>>
>> When I was a Texan in exile, I would always, on returning, worship at
>> the shrine of Chicken Fried Steak. Threadgill's is a timeless classic
>> that specializes in it. Ken Threadgill was an Austin legend, who gave
>> Janis Joplin one of her first paying gigs. Bonus: Manager Eddie Wilson
>> was the Ranch Boss at the Armadillo World Headquarters, and has a shrine
>> of posters and pictures from the font of Austin weirdness.
>>
>> http://www.threadgills.com/
>>
>> He also recommends Urbanspoon as an online info source.
>>
>> http://www.urbanspoon.com/c/11/Austin-restaurants.html
>>
>> Welcome, y'all.
>
>
>
Relocating this from the main list
--
kris
Begin forwarded message:
> From: "Jason J. W. Williams" <williamsjj(a)digitar.com>
> Date: February 16, 2010 7:39:06 PM PST
> To: Randy Bush <randy(a)psg.com>
> Cc: North American Network Operators Group <nanog(a)merit.edu>
> Subject: Re: austin eats
>
> For BBQ, Rudy's is hard to beat:
>
> http://www.rudys.com/
>
> -J
> --------
> Jason J. W. Williams, COO/CTO
> DigiTar
> williamsjj(a)digitar.com
>
> V: 208.343.8520
> F: 208.322.8522
> M: 208.863.0727
>
> www.digitar.com
>
> On Feb 16, 2010, at 7:12 PM, Randy Bush wrote:
>
>>
>> is there a nanog austin eats page somewhere? i lost my old link to some
>> wiki we used to use.
>>
>> and, a completely unverified recco from an austin friend (who thinks
>> chicken fried steak is the meat nearest heaven).
>>
>>> I spoke to my colleague who has lived in Austin more recently than I
>>> have.
>>>
>>> He recommends North By Northwest highly, in the Arboretum area.
>>>
>>> http://www.nxnwbrew.com/
>>>
>>> When I was a Texan in exile, I would always, on returning, worship at
>>> the shrine of Chicken Fried Steak. Threadgill's is a timeless classic
>>> that specializes in it. Ken Threadgill was an Austin legend, who gave
>>> Janis Joplin one of her first paying gigs. Bonus: Manager Eddie Wilson
>>> was the Ranch Boss at the Armadillo World Headquarters, and has a shrine
>>> of posters and pictures from the font of Austin weirdness.
>>>
>>> http://www.threadgills.com/
>>>
>>> He also recommends Urbanspoon as an online info source.
>>>
>>> http://www.urbanspoon.com/c/11/Austin-restaurants.html
>>>
>>> Welcome, y'all.
>>
>> !SIG:4b7b50f9162721632411545!
>>
>
Dear NANOG 48 Attendee:
As we come together for NANOG48, February 21–24, 2010, at the Hilton Austin in Austin, Texas, with strong attendance and excellent program, here are a few highlights and reminders.
NANOG Email Lists
--------------------------
First, the email list attendee(a)nanog.org is an email list used by Merit, the NANOG Steering, Program, and Communications Committees to communicate meeting information directly with meeting attendees. NANOG-Attendee(a)nanog.org is an email list used by NANOG meeting attendees who choose to communicate with each other regarding meeting activities. NANOG-Support(a)nanog.org is an email list used to communicate with Merit staff directly.
Agenda
----------
The agenda is complete and available at:
http://www.nanog.org/meetings/nanog48agenda.php
An abbreviated paper copy will be provided with your name badge.
Check-in
------------
When you arrive at the meeting, please check in at the meeting registration desk to pick up your name badge, t-shirt, and important handouts. The registration desk will be in the Grand Ballroom Foyer on the 6th floor and open during the following hours:
Sunday: 12 noon to 6 p.m.
Monday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tuesday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Wednesday: 8 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Community Meeting
---------------------------
An important part of every NANOG meeting is the opportunity to hear updates from, and communicate with, the various committees that are responsible for supporting the meetings and the NANOG community. As this meeting is for the community, we hope you will attend and participate in that session on Sunday, February 21, from 5:45-6:45 p.m. in Salon H.
Informal BOF Sign-up
----------------------------
An important offering at NANOG is the opportunity to suggest informal Birds of a Feather (BOF) session on Tuesday afternoon. The BOF sessions provide an opportunity to discuss special interest topics in a NANOG meeting room. The Program Committee will announce time assignments on Monday morning for the meeting room.
Vendor Collaboration Room
------------------------------------
NANOG48 will feature a new Vendor Collaboration Room located in the Governors Ball Room Salon B on the 4th Floor. The room will be available to the community Sunday, February 21, 2010, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., Monday and Tuesday, February 22-23, 2010, Noon – 5 p.m. As you already know, NANOG is a fantastic place for everyone to participate. The Live Vendor Collaboration Room will be introducing a new avenue for engineers in the community to exhibit the technological capabilities in an hands-on capacity which will further enhance IPv6 demonstrations in a true production environment and also allow for real-time feedback and interaction between end-users, providers and vendors.
Social Gatherings
-----------------------
Please take part and join us in thanking the hosts and sponsors for their generous support http://www.nanog.org/meetings/nanog48/sponsors.php
We are pleased to remind you of the following opportunities to gather outside the meeting rooms:
Monday, February 22, 2010
8:30-9:30 a.m. - Newcomers' Continental Breakfast in Salon J
11:00-11:30 a.m. – Break in the Grand Ballroom Foyer sponsored by The Planet
4:00-4:30 p.m – Break in the Grand Ballroom Foyer sponsored by BreakingPoint
6:00-8:00 p.m. - NANOG Beer 'n Gear in Salon J & K sponsored by
Alcatel-Lucent, Arbor Networks, Brocade, Cariden Technologies, Cisco Systems,
Dartware, Juniper Networks, NTT America, and XKL
8:15-11:00 p.m. – An offsite social event sponsored by Data Foundry and Giganews
Tuesday, February 23, 2010
11:00-11:30 a.m. – Break in the Grand Ballroom Foyer sponsored by Pacnet
7:00-10:00 p.m. – An offsite social event sponsored by Equinix
If you are staying in the Hilton Austin under the $199 NANOG group rate, in-room Internet access is complimentary.
Please see helpful travel links on http://nanog.org/meetings/nanog48/hotel.php
We hope this information is helpful in your preparations. Best wishes for good travel to Austin.
See you there!
--Merit Network, NANOG Registration & Support Staff
Merit Network Inc.
NANOG Community Project Manager
(734) 527-5763 Office
(734) 395-1724 Cell
