At GSA, we strive to ensure attendees have the most productive experience possible at our conferences—that includes enjoying a dynamic scientific program and exciting educational moments while also providing opportunities for relaxation, fun, and connection, promoting wellness and relationship-building.
Keep the following resources in mind while you plan your #Worm25 attendance!
UC Davis offers a variety of dining options for meeting attendees. The following restaurants and cafes will be available June 28–July 2 during the conference:
For those staying in hotels, a lunch package at the university cafeteria is available for lunch Sunday, Monday and Tuesday for $59. The lunch package must be purchased via the Housing Reservation Site.
The campus offers many scenic, green areas attendees can enjoy during meals, sitting on a bench or eating picnic-style with other attendees while making connections. You can also stroll around the Arboretum during breaks or look at the beautiful and unique sculptures displayed around campus. An extended lunch break will allow for more in-depth networking as well as time to enjoy nature and decompress.
The city of Davis and the UC Davis campus have earned the name “Bicycle Capital” of the U.S.; bicycling is the preferred method of transportation. Read about their bicycle program and other transportation options here.
You can find an interactive map of the UC Davis campus here, and access their bus schedule and other details here.
Public transport options
Greyhound Bus Lines (shares a station downtown with Amtrak next to the campus at the corner of 2nd and H Streets)
Amtrak (shares a station downtown with Greyhound next to campus at the corner of 2nd and H Streets)
Directions on how to get from SFO to Davis via Bart & Amtrak
Zipcar (car sharing service with pick-up/drop-off locations in Davis)
The University of California, Davis campus is accessible for people with disabilities. View more information regarding accessibility on the university website, including a map showing locations of accessible and power-assist entryways in campus buildings.
If you have difficulty walking long distances, consider renting a scooter from Scoot Around. They will deliver your scooter to your hotel and pick it up when you no longer need it. For more details, visit www.scootaround.com or call 888-441-7575.
Davis is one of four cities that make up Yolo County, offering a variety of activities and entertainment. Visitors can enjoy the city’s vibrant arts and dining scenes or explore nearby cities for even more fun. Whether you’re looking for exciting attractions, cultural experiences, or curated itineraries for a full getaway, you’ll find plenty of options here
Conference attendees will use the Campus Wifi to connect. More details to come.
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