Over the last five years, there have been dramatic changes in the field resulting from in situ space observations of interplanetary and interstellar dust from missions such as Galileo, Ulysses, and Cassini, and from infrared space observations from the Infrared Space Observatory (ISO) and the Spitzer Space Telescope. Close-up images of nuclei and dust environments of two comets have provided an invaluable opportunity to see prolific sources of interplanetary dust in action. Comet 19P/Borrelly was observed by Deep Space 1, and 81P/Wild 2 was recently observed by the Stardust space mission. The interior of comet 10P/Tempel 1 should be studied by the Deep Impact mission. Groundbased observations of comets and their debris (comet trails) using the most advanced telescopes complement space observations and provide new insights into cometary activity. This approach will culminate with the Rosetta mission, which was launched to comet 67P/Churuymov-Gerasimenko earlier this year.

Advances in modeling are being made that address the question of the relative contribution of a cometary vs. asteroidal source of interplanetary dust. Spacecraft studies and dedicated groundbased observation programs have dramatically increased our knowledge of the asteroid population. New knowledge about the dust environments of planets has been obtained for Earth by satellites like Debie, for Jupiter by both in situ and remote sensing observations from the Galileo mission, and are currently obtained for Saturn by Cassini.

The recent Leonid meteor shower provided a spectacular display that was observed by a large fleet of airborne and ground instruments that were not available during the last storm in 1966. Advanced radar systems gave new information about the infall of interplanetary material into the Earth's atmosphere. Interstellar meteors have even been identified in this data. Microanalytic studies of meteorites and interplanetary dust particles provided new insights into the early stages of planet formation and even into the presolar phases of matter that made up our planetary system. The ability to probe solar system external dust (and the implications for galaxy dust cycling processes and planetary system formation) is a new development.

Groundbased observations of Kuiper belt objects have vastly increased our knowledge of this cometary reservoir. Furthermore, potential dust sources within the Kuiper belt population have been identified and are the subject of future study by spacecraft. Since the Canterbury colloquium, extrasolar planets and debris disks around other stars resembling our own dust clouds (zodiacal cloud and Kuiper belt cloud) have been discovered and it is recognized that we can now study interplanetary dust in other planetary systems. As is always the case, when great strides in observation take place, much theoretical work follows.

The program and abstracts are now available. Please note that author notification letters will NOT be mailed out, so authors need to check the program to determine when their presentation has been scheduled.

Morning sessions are scheduled in the Ginger Room from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. with coffee, tea, and assorted rolls available in the area outside the Ginger Room prior to the beginning of the session. Lunch, included in the registration fee, will be served at the Naupaka Terrace from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Afternoon sessions are scheduled in the Ginger Room from 1:30 to 5:00 p.m.

On Wednesday, September 28, the meeting will adjourn at 11:30 a.m. No lunch will be provided so that participants may be free to dine at local restaurants and have time for sightseeing in the afternoon. While a concierge is available in the hotel to make arrangements for local tours and activities, reservations for most tours must be booked 24 hours in advance.

Oral Presentations
Invited oral presentations have been scheduled to allow approximately 40 minutes for speaking. Contributed oral presentations have been scheduled to allow 15 minutes for speaking.

Audio-visual equipment available for oral presentations will include one LCD projector and two overhead projectors. NOTE: A 35-mm carousel slide projector will NOT be available.

See the instructions for electronic presentations.

Poster Presentations
Authors must be present to discuss their poster in the scheduled session on Tuesday evening, September 27. Poster presentations can be posted on Monday morning and can remain up through noon on Friday, September 30.

Each poster display space is 44" × 44". Two presenters will share one side of one panel, so it is important that displays are confined to the 44" × 44" limit. Posters must be designed to be attached to the panel with pushpins. Due to space limitations, computer demonstrations, VCR players, or tables with handout materials cannot be accommodated as a part of a poster display.

A buffet of hot and cold hors d'oeuvres with an assortment of beverages will also be served at the Tuesday poster session.

Registration and Special Events
Participants may register from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 25, in the area outside the Ginger Room. A welcome reception consisting of a buffet of hot and cold hors d'oeuvres with an assortment of beverages will be served from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Poolside.

Workshop Proceedings
The European Space Agency will publish a proceedings volume in both printed and electronic versions. Each registered participant to the workshop will receive a copy of the proceedings. The scientific editor will be Harald Krueger, Max-Planck-Institute for Solar Systems Research, Germany ([email protected]). Papers to be included in the proceedings volume should be submitted by November 2005.

Please note that only badged attendees may participate in the receptions, lunches, and coffee breaks.

Guest fees are available according to one of the following packages:

• Two (2) receptions @ $65.00      or
• Two (2) receptions plus four (4) lunches @ $185.00

Cancellations with requests for refunds will be accepted only through Friday, September 2, 2005. Please note that a $25.00 processing fee will be charged on all cancellations.

• $145, mountain/garden view, single/double occupancy plus applicable taxes
• $170, lagoon or pool view, single/double occupancy plus applicable taxes
• $190, ocean view, single/double occupancy plus applicable taxes

A fee of $20 per night will be charged for each additional person with a maximum of four people allowed per room. Children 17 years and younger are free when sharing with parent(s) and utilizing existing beds.

**After August 25, 2005, any unsold rooms will be released back to the hotel inventory. Guests who register AFTER this date will be charged according to available rates.**

Room Deposit: A one-night's deposit per room is mandatory to ensure a reservation.

Cancellations: The deposit is refundable if cancellation is prior to August 25, 2005. Deposit will be forfeited if cancellation is after August 25, 2005.

Guests may reserve a room in one of three ways:

• Toll-free number: Call 1-888-805-3843. Refer to promotional code DAPS.
• Web registration: Go to www.radisson.com/kauaihi. Scroll down to the bottom of the page and click on "Make a Reservation." Select dates for room reservation. Enter the promotional code DAPS. Select room rate, and complete form.
• Downloadable reservation form: The downloadable hotel registration form may be faxed to the hotel when completed. The fax number for the hotel, as shown on the form, is 808-246-9085.

Parking: There will be a $6.00 plus 4.166% state tax (or $6.25) valet parking fee assessed per car per day with unlimited "in-out" privileges (even though the hotel's Web site refers to complimentary valet parking). Free self-parking is available in a lot located approximately 250 yards from the hotel.

Childcare: Childcare is available via private arrangements with Babysitters of Kaua'i, 808-632-2252.

Children under the age of 5 may eat free at the Radisson Beach Resort Hotel.

Laundry/Dry Cleaning Services: Laundry and/or dry cleaning services are available through the hotel. A coin-operated laundry is also available on site.

For information regarding the Radisson Kaua'i Beach Hotel, go to www.radissonkauai.com. For information on the island of Kaua'i, go to http://www.kauaivisitorsbureau.org.

Participants looking for a roommate to share housing expenses may use the roommate search form provided. Please note that neither the LPI nor the meeting organizers are responsible for the content of these postings, and interested parties should contact each other and make arrangements between themselves.

Note that the meeting site is quite isolated, and there are only very limited buses on Kauai. Most visitors will find a rental car essential if they wish to explore the island without taking organized tours. The nearest shopping centers and supermarkets are in Kapa'a (5 miles north of the hotel) and Lihue (3 miles south of the hotel). Major resort developments are located at Princeville (30 minutes) and Poipu (40 minutes). Waimea Canyon is 45 miles away (75 minutes). Note that there may be traffic delays in Kapa'a and that there is a contraflow lane between between Lihue and Kapa'a during rush hours.

Swimming Beaches: Kaua'i is famous for its fine beaches, but swimming at many beaches can be dangerous. On the average, 12 people drown each year on Kaua'i alone. Often the drowning victims are strong swimmers who underestimate the power of the local ocean current. Use wisdom in choosing time and place before jumping into the Hawaiian waters. Never depend on floatation devices.

The beach is front of the hotel is not recommended for swimming because of currents and high surf, but Lydgate State Beach (about 2 miles north of the hotel) is great for swimming, especially for families. The reef-sheltered bays of South Kauai are generally safe spots for casual swimmers to enjoy the pleasures of ocean swimming and frolicking.

Also, for those unaccustomed to intense sun, remember that sunbathing can cause severe burns.

See the following links for more information:

— list of good swimming beaches (http://www.radissonkauai.com/leisure/beaches.html)
— Hawaiian water safety tips (http://www.kauaihealthguide.com/healthtalk/display.htm?id=56)

Kaua'i Weather: The average temperatures for Kaua'i in November are a high of 81° and a low of 70°. To check on current temperature, see weather on Kaua'i and to check the weekly forecast, see weekly forecast.

The Radisson Kaua'i Beach Resort Hotel is located approximately four miles from the Lihue airport and can be easily reached from the airport by hotel courtesy shuttle bus. However, because the hotel is not located within walking distance to restaurants and shopping areas, car rental is strongly recommended.

Car rental from Thrifty can be arranged through the hotel for an approximately cost of $35 plus applicable taxes per day per car. (Rates are subject to change.)

For more information about workshop logistics, contact
MARY CLOUD
Lunar and Planetary Institute
Phone:  281-486-2143
Fax:  281-486-2125
E-mail:  [email protected]