FAQ

Travel

You will receive a copy of your flight itinerary at the time of ticketing. If you have any questions about your itinerary or need another copy, please contact Autumn Davis.

Check in for your flight online 24 hours prior to your departure time. You can utilize the airlines app for both check in as well as electronic boarding passes. If you prefer a printed boarding pass, the ticket counter at the airport will be able to assist you.

Always check your flight status prior to departing for the airport.

Arrive at the airport at least 2 hours prior to your schedule departure time to allow time for baggage check and security.

Make Note: Effective May 7, 2025, your driver's license needs to be Real ID compliant. If your driver's license is not Real ID compliant, you will need to travel with your passport.

Please check TSA guidelines prior to packing any liquids or gels in your carry on luggage.

If you experience any flight delays or cancelations, please call ITA Group FIRST for assistance with rebooking options.

  • Regular Business Hours: 515-326-3851
  • Emergency Hours: 888-567-9372

After you have connected with ITA Group, please reach out to Autumn Davis (515-979-7444) to let her know your arrival date/time has changed.

Evening Functions / Guest Attendance

Employee attendance is required at all Homesteaders hosted evening functions. 

Welcome & Farewell Dinners: Because we anticipate an increased guest count before and after our trip this year, all guests are encouraged to attend

Awards Banquet : Attendance for the Awards Banquet is limited to one guest, consistent with previous years.

Attire

We encourage business casual for the duration of the week. 

This includes:

  • Weekly Meeting Sessions
  • Sunday's Welcome Reception
  • Tuesday's Evening at Leisure
  • Wednesday's Farewell Dinner
Business Casual Attire Example
Business Dressy Attire Example

Weather

The average high is 72 while the average low is 52.

Name Badge

You will receive a name badge for both you and your guest when you check in at the hospitality desk onsite.

Meals

A breakfast buffet will be provided on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday mornings beginning at 7:00am and ending at 9:00am. Breakfast is available for both you and your guest. Please be aware of meeting start times each day as breakfast may be available after the meetings have started for those guests who prefer to sleep in.

Lunch each day will be on your own. Please be mindful of meeting agenda when making lunch plans each day.

In the meeting rooms there will be coffee, tea, soda and water provided each day. Snacks will not be provided during the meeting.