Conference Location The Designed for Life Women's Conference is hosted by James River Assembly in Ozark, MO. For more information on James River, go to www.jamesriver.org.

Travel accommodations/Hotel arrangements ask about the DFL discount

Baymont Inn and Suites
3776 S. Glenstone Ave
Springfield, MO 65804
417-889-8188

Clarion Hotel
3333 S. Glenstone Ave
Springfield, MO 65804
417-520-8472

Comfort Inn
1900 West Evangel Street
Ozark, MO 65721
417-485-6688

Residence Inn
1301 E. Kingsley St.
Springfield, MO 65804
417-890-0020

Lamplighter Inn-South
1772 S. Glenstone Ave
Springfield, MO 65804
417-882-1113

Days Inn
900 n 18th St
Ozark, MO 65721
417-581-5800

How does registration work? You may register anytime at James River Assembly, by mail, through the website or by contacting Renda at rhigby@jamesriver.org. For all other inquiries, please email us at dfl@jamesriver.org. Your confirmation packet will arrive on or before September 28th. If you do not receive your confirmation packet before opening day, you will need to attend registration on Thursday, September 30th anytime between 2-6:30pm. Please note that registration will be closed during the Celebration, so you will need to collect your packet by 6:30pm.

How will the seating and armbands work? The armband provides your access into the conference. Make sure you don't forget it or lose it - as it will be checked for at the auditorium door prior to entrance. Seating at DFL is easy - we request you do not reserve seats and seats will be given out on a first come first serve basis. Volunteer seating will be reserved on the front sides.

Group Offer For groups of 10 or more, register together and receive a discounted rate. All registrations, delegate information and payment will be required to receive this discount. For more information or to register, contact Renda at rhigby@jamesriver.org or at (417) 581-5433.

Are you coming alone? If you are coming to DFL on your own and do not want to attend alone - we want to hear from you! Upon registration, let us know that you would like to be a part of what we call "The Friendship Center," which is designed for you to connect with us and others who have come on their own to the conference.

TLC (Special needs, mobility impaired, hearing impaired) If we can, we want to help make the conference possible for you. If you suffer from a severe ailment, require a wheelchair, require sign language for hearing impairments or need assistance and support, please contact Lori in the Jamesriverwomen's events office at (417) 581-5433 or email at dfl@jamesriver.org and we will do our very best to assist you.

What to wear Fall weather in the Ozarks is usually gorgeous and sunny with mild nights. Temperatures typically average between 50 - 70 degrees. You may need to carry a sweater or light jacket.

What to bring We recommend you bring the following items to the conference - a Bible and notebook, a water bottle for each day (only water will be permitted in the auditorium), spending money for lunch, resource & boutique shopping.

What do we eat? You are welcome to bring your own packed lunch and snacks each day. A light snack or treat will be provided following the evening celebrations. There will be a variety of food options available for purchase in and around the conference venue. The off-site options include, Belgian Waffle House, McDonalds, Braums, Taco Bell, Shoney's and some locally owned restaurants.

DFL Kids DFL Kids offers a fantastic program for kids.
The Zoo: Toddlers 1-2 years and Preschool 3-5 years
R Kids: Elementary grades K-5th
DFL Kids is available during the conference sessions only.
The afternoon break is free for you to spend time with your child, relax and make new friends. Lunch and snacks will be provided. You will need to provide diapers and extra clothing. All items that accompany the child need to be clearly marked. Every child will be assigned a number and you will be paged if we need to contact you for any reason. For more information or to register contact Renda at rhigby@jamesriver.org or call (417) 581-5433.

Daughters (6th grade and older): Although we welcome your daughters of all ages - they will need to be fully registered to attend.

New moms We would love for you to bring your new baby to the conference! If you feel overwhelmed by the thought of bringing baby, baby bags, strollers and all that fun stuff into the conference auditorium - we encourage you to take advantage of the conveniences and TLC that will be available to you in the mommy rooms.

Family/Parent Rooms Family and parent rooms will be available for moms with babies up to 2 years of age. Easy access seating will be available to you - so you can leave quickly if your child needs attention.

For all inquiries, please contact us at:
Office: (417) 581-5433
For registration information: rhigby@jamesriver.org
All other inquiries: dfl@jamesriver.org
Website: jamesriverwomen.org
Address: 6100 North 19th Street, Ozark, MO 65721