History & Lineage of the 509th:
www.509thgeronimo.org
If you would like to join or renew your 509th Association membership, go to:
https://509th.org/ and click 'Join or Renew'.
LOCATION:
The Academy Hotel (Mountain Daylight Time - MDT)
8110 N. Academy Blvd.
Colorado Springs, CO 80920
If you are staying in Colorado Springs, please-please consider staying at our hotel. More numbers help reduce our costs for things like the hospitality rooms, other fees, and the banquet room.
HOTEL RESERVATIONS (separate from reunion registration fee):
Online Booking/Reservation Link: https://www.skywaresystems.net/SkyBook?PropertyRowID=315&HotelID=1&Code=446331C1004567
Online Booking/Reservation Link:
Reservation by Phone: Call (719) 598-5770 or Toll Free (800) 766-8524. Provide the Group Block Code: "509 Room Block" and let them know you are part of the 509th Parachute Infantry Association Reunion group.
Reservation by Phone:
Reservation Email: reservations@theacademyhotel.com
Check-in Begins: 4:00 PM
Check-out By: 11:00 AM
Standard Room rates are:
$103.20 per week night rate (plus city, occupancy, and sales taxes).
$111.20 per weekend night (plus city, occupancy, and sales taxes).
*There is a "Deluxe" option for a few dollars more, per night.
For additional information about the hotel, please visit their website: https://www.theacademyhotel.com/
Reservation Rates: Our special block/group rate is good for several days before and after our reunion dates. That way, if you'd like to spend a little longer in Colorado Springs, the lower rate is available.
Hotel Amenities:
Daily Complimentary Breakfast: Mon - Fri: 6 am - 9 am | Sat - Sun: 7 am - 10 am
*We're famous for our daily complimentary breakfast buffet with made-to-order omelets and waffle bar. We pride ourselves on going above and beyond to satisfy our guests.
Indoor Heated Pool: 7 am - 10 pm.
Located in our lush atrium surrounded by luxurious greenery and waterfalls, guests can enjoy swimming in the pool every day of the year.
Fitness Center.
The Academy Hotel's cardio and weight rooms are equipped with the essentials to get in a good workout.
Onsite Dining: Sun. - OPEN DAILY 4 PM - 9:30 PM | HAPPY HOUR DRINK SPECIALS 4 PM - 5 PM.
Falcon's Bar & Grill features an all-American menu with a variety of appetizers, salads, Flatbreads, Handhelds, entrees and desserts to choose from. You'll love the sports bar atmosphere and excellent service.
Complimentary Nintendo SWITCH Station & Game Room.
Games can be checked out at the Front Desk and are subject to availability. The Nintendo SWITCH Station is set up in the Lobby after breakfast. The Game room is located behind the pool where you can enjoy playing ping pong and foosball.
24 Hour Convenience Store.
The convenience store is located at the Front Desk where you can purchase beverages, snacks, wine, beer and cigarettes.
Coin Operated Laundry Facilities.
Located in the A & B Buildings.
FREE Hi-Speed Internet.
FREE Parking.
FREE DirecTV - 200+ Channels, HBO and Cinemax.
PLANNED AGENDA:
The “Command Post” (CP) provides a full-sized meeting room to relax, visit, and just hang out with friends. It also includes complimentary snacks, beverages (e.g., sodas, regular/decaf coffee, hot water f/tea, etc.), and alcohol (21 and older)!
The costs of these things are included in your registration fee. Please tip your volunteer bartender at "The Drop Zone" bar inside the CP!
Ensure that you register/pay for additional attendees that want to access the CP and/or join the banquet dinner on Saturday.
WEDNESDAY – September 9th, The CP (Academy Meeting Roo
*Remember, hotel room check-in begins at: 4 PM
THURSDAY – September 10th, The CP (Academy Meeting Room)
FRIDAY – September 11th, The CP (Academy Meeting Room)
SATURDAY – September 12th, The CP (Academy Meeting Room)
SUNDAY – September 13th
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS:
All questions should be directed to: abn509thassoc@yahoo.com
"509th Parachute Infantry Association" is a 501(c)(19) non-profit organization
Mailing Address: 509th Parachute Infantry Association, P.O. Box 29, Portland, TX 78374
