“Gathering of the Green”  

  March 12-15, 2008

The 5th "Gathering of the Green" conference will be held on March 12, 13, 14 & 15, 2008 at the Holiday Inn Moline Airport, Moline, Illinois, the home of Deere & Company. The conference, focusing on John Deere antique two-cylinder and new generation tractors, is composed of 42 technical workshops, 65 vendors from across the nation, three evening speakers, fun auction, tours of John Deere factories in the Quad Cities,  tours of tractor and implement museums, tours and luncheons for spouses, an opening night reception and a final evening banquet with a keynote speaker. See the "Gathering" web site at www.gatheringofthegreen.com for complete details. Also, call the "Gathering" Information line at 815-246-9944 for information and to request registration materials. Also e-mail Ken Reese at kwreese@aol.com or call 815-578-8635. "Preserving the Past" is the 2008 theme and will emphasize the evolution of agriculture and rural life with a focus on two-cylinder and New Generation tractors, implements and the long history and heritage of John Deere. This conference is a must for all two-cylinder enthusiasts. Talk to anyone who has attended in the past, they'll tell you not to miss it. Over 1600 people from 39 states and Canada attended the 2006 conference.  Registration deadline:  Feb. 15, 2008