Albuquerque! It’s the place to be. August 7 – 10, 2002 May 13, 2002 -- "Between the mountains and the mesas runs a river. Astride it stands a city. A city that embodies the diversity of cultures and breadth of ideals that are uniquely American. In Albuquerque, the views go on forever. A ride on the Sandia Peak Tram puts you on top of the Sandia Mountains, where, on clear days, you can look out over 15,000 square miles of magical landscape. To the west, the Rio Grande snakes its way through the cottonwood-lined valley, and dormant volcanoes are silhouetted against fiery red sunsets. As darkness blankets the city, thousands of lights twinkle like diamonds, matching the stars scattered across the enormous sky. New Mexico’s natural landscapes, traditional architecture and magnificent sunsets, provide the perfect backdrop for the rich history and proud heritage that exist in the ‘Land of Enchantment.’  The unique blend of Native American, Mexican, Spanish and Western Cultural influences helped New Mexico to develop a colorful and distinctive spirit.” The members and guests of the IAPHC 83rd Annual International convention August 7 – 10, 2002 will have the opportunity to experience this wonderful diversity of attractions.  Included and additional to the usual benefits of an IAPHC convention are a Hispanic dinner and entertainment, trips up the Sandia Mountains on the Tram, and mystery dinner and show. Don’t miss the opportunity to network with fellow members of the IAPHC during our annual convention.  Convention always provides a learning experience technically, organizationally and personally.