Longview, TX

Lecture Date: 06/22/2010
Field Date: 06/22/2010

Start Time:	7:30 am
Location:	Ramada Inn 419 North Spur 63 Longview, TX 75601
Contact Phone #:	(901) 381-9960

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Start Time:	2:00 pm
Location:	Ramada Inn 419 North Spur 63 Longview, TX 75601
Contact Phone #:	(901) 381-9960

PLEASE NOTE THE SCHEDULE CHANGE FOR THE LONGVIEW SMOKE SCHOOL. This ONE DAY school offers both the lecture and the field certification. It meets at the Ramada Inn. Registration for the lecture begins at 7:00 am so that the lecture can begin promptly at 7:30. A light lunch will be served. The field runs begin at 2:00. DIRECTIONS: From Marshall Avenue (also Hwy 80) turn north on North Spur 63. Go .4 miles. The Ramada Inn is on your left. Hotel phone is 903-757-0500.

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GENERAL INFORMATION

ARRIVAL
Arrive 20 - 30 minutes early for registration.

STATE LECTURE REQUIREMENTS
Lectures in most states are approximately two (2) hours in length. The State of Texas requires a six (6) hour lecture, and the State of Idaho requires an eight (8) hour lecture.

FIELD CERTIFICATION
The field certification takes place outdoors and takes place whether rain or shine. As long as the visibility is greater than three (3) miles, and there is no lightning, the field runs continue. Poor visibility and lightning usually pass within an hour or two, and the field runs can resume.

WHAT TO WEAR
Dress appropriately for outdoors for an extended period of time. In winter use multiple layers, insulated coveralls and perhaps even a coat on top. In summer, bring a hat or cap for shade.

EYEGLASSES AND SUNGLASSES
Good long-distance vision is required for field certification. Students are advised to remember that whatever eyeglasses or sunglasses (prescription or nonprescription) you wear during the certification test are REQUIRED every time you actually do VE readings.

OTHER THINGS TO BRING
Office supplies: clipboard, note paper, pen (not pencil) Rain gear: umbrella, raincoat, visor.
Comfort supplies: lawn or camping chair, hat, snack, bottled water, sunscreen.

(901) 381-9960 | Fax: (901) 381-9958