FAQ
How do I register?
Registration is easy! Just click on the Register Now button that you’ll find on the upper right hand side of every page. Follow the steps to submit your information and payment.
Are scholarships available?
Full and partial scholarships are available to cover the cost of the conference registration. Go here to apply or for further information. Applications must be submitted by March 15. If you are willing to help support the scholarship program, please go to the Scholarship Donation section of our Conference Store and select the amount you would like to contribute! Thank you for your generosity! Scholarships are supported by donations and by the Raffle & Silent Auction.
How does the Raffle & Silent Auction work and how can I donate an item?
The Raffle & Silent Auction are a fun way that we raise funds for Scholarships. At the conference, raffle items will be displayed, each with a bag for tickets. You can buy tickets and place them in as many bags as you like. At the end of the conference we’ll draw names from each bag and you may take any items you’ve won with you.
We’d love to get a wide variety of items donated. Popular items include toys, games, books, knitted or crafted items, baskets, goodies, music – really, anything unschoolers will enjoy.
Our Silent Auction Basket theme is LIFE is Good! – Things that make life good! If your family would like to donate a basket, just put together some things that you think make life good. You can use any kind of container – it doesn’t have to be a “basket”. Use your imagination and have a great time with this!
To donate an item or basket, contact us or just bring it along to the conference with you. We’ll take it from there.
What is the Instant Gratification table?
This is a chance for the younger members of our community to participate in the raffle without any waiting or disappointment. They get to exchange one ticket for any item on the table. The table has small toys, temporary tattoos, bubbles, stickers and other similar items. We need donations for the table, so start collecting!
Can I get recordings of the Speaker Presentations from past conferences?
Yes! Recordings from the 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 and 2011 conferences are now available in mp3 format on CD. All are available for purchase in our Conference Store.
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What does the conference fee cover?
The fee covers all presentations, funshops, conference bags and scheduled events from Thursday through Sunday at 5:00 p.m. It does not cover t-shirts, hotel or food.
Is this thing good for kids?
It’s really, really cool for kids. They are welcome at all funshops and presentations. There are lots of unschooled kids and teens to meet and hang out with. We’ll also have a video game room for our gamers and a playroom with toys set up to help parents entertain their littlest unschoolers. Childcare will not be provided.
What time should I arrive?
At past conferences, attendees often began arriving at the hotel up to one or two days before the actual conference. You’re free to do this. Otherwise, registration will begin on Thursday, May 24 at noon. The first activities will begin at 3:00 p.m.
Is there wi-fi at the hotel?
Wi-fi is available in all hotel rooms and the hotel lobby for a standard charge of $6.95 per 24 hours of use.
Is there a Yahoo Group for this conference?
But of course! Click here to join. There is also a group just for kids and teens who are going to the conference. Posting on the kids’ list happens only sporadically, but feel free to start a new conversation! Click here to check it out.
How can I help?
You can be a LIFE is Good volunteer! Just go here and fill out our volunteer form. We can use help before, during and after the conference. Just let us know you’re ready, willing and able to help out! We’ll find a way to put your talents to good use.
Can I register for just one day?
You can come for just one day, but, alas, you must pay the full fee.
We’d like to stay in our RV. Are there accommodations nearby?
Yes. There is an RV park just across the river.
Jantzen Beach RV Park
1503 N Hayden Island Dr.
Portland, OR 97217-8211
(503) 289-7626
Will there be conference t-shirts?
Of course! The shirts are 100% cotton, with details about color and design available in our conference store.
Conference T-shirts MUST be pre-ordered by April 15
How can I contact you?
You can use the contact form found here, or send comments, questions or fan mail to:
Mary Gold, Conference Diva
LIFE is Good Conference
PO Box 2536
Corvallis, OR 97330
