SEPT. 2013 – AUG. 2014 PARTNER PROGRAM

Benefits are offered on an Annual Anniversary Basis; Open to Chambers of Commerce, Convention & Visitors Bureaus,

Cities, Counties, Attractions, Non-Profits & Individuals General Sam Houston - $5,000

o Same benefits as Stephen F. Austin o 8 Feature Presentations of Community or Event on Texas Independence Trail Website Home

Page* o 8 Feature Presentations on Texas Independence Trail Facebook Page o 32 Feature Presentation on Texas Independence Trail Twitter o FREE Representation at Trade Shows - Minimum of 3 per year o 25% Discount on Magazine/Internet Co-Op Advertising

Stephen F. Austin - $2,500

o Same benefits as Col. William Barrett Travis o 4 Feature Presentations of Community or Event on Texas Independence Trail Website Home

Page* o 4 Feature Presentations on Texas Independence Trail Facebook Page o 16 Feature Presentations on Texas Independence Trail Twitter o FREE Representation at 2 Trade Shows o 75% Discount on Trade Show Participation beyond 2 Free Shows - Minimum of 4 per year o 15% Discount on Magazine Co-Op Advertising

Col. William Barrett Travis - $1,000

o Same benefits as Davy Crockett o 2 Feature Presentations of Community or Event on Texas Independence Trail Website Home

Page* o 2 Feature Presentations on Texas Independence Trail Facebook Page o 8 Feature Presentations on Texas Independence Trail Twitter o 50% Discount on Texas Independence Trail participation at Trade Shows - Minimum of 3 per

year o 10% Discount on Magazine/Internet Co-Op Advertising o Listing & Recognition in Materials

Davy Crockett - $500

o Same benefits as Jim Bowie o Listing and Recognition in Print and Online Materials o Access to Texas Independence Trail Mailing and E-Mail Lists o Inclusion in Texas Independence Trail Specialty Promotions o 25% Discount on Texas Independence Trail participation at Trade Shows - Minimum of 3 per

year Jim Bowie - $250

o Same benefits as The Texan o Press Release to Local Media regarding Partnership o Permission to use Texas Independence Trail Logo on Website and Marketing Ventures o Invitation to Texas Independence Trail Events, Meetings & Workshops

*Placement on home page of TITR website for a minimum of seven days and a maximum of fourteen days

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Benefits are offered on an Annual Anniversary Basis; Open to Chambers of Commerce, Convention & Visitors Bureaus,

Cities, Counties, Attractions, Non-Profits & Individuals Lone Star (Non-Profit) - $150

o Same benefits as The Texan o Invitation to Texas Independence Trail Events, Meetings & Workshops

The Texan - $100

o Texas Independence Trail Membership Decal o Subscription to “The Medallion,” Texas Historical Commission Bi-monthly Publication o Periodic E-Mail Updates from the Texas Independence Trail

Membership Application

Organization: Contact:

Description of Organization:

Address:

Phone:

Email:

Website:

Facebook:

Twitter:

Other Social Media (type):

Send To: Texas Independence Trail Region 2305 S. Day Street # 208 Brenham, TX 77833 281.239.9235 ; info@texasindependencetrail.com ; www.TexasIndependenceTrail.com

*Placement on home page of TITR website for a minimum of seven days and a maximum of fourteen days

Marketing and Advertising Co-op Schedule 2013 – 2014

Travel Trade Shows

Save Texas History! – GLO Symposium Sept. 7, 2013 – San Antonio Buy-in: Texan Benefits partners (bonus promotion) $ 50 – non-Texan Benefits partners http://www.savetexashistory.org

State Fair of Texas Sept. 27 – Oct. 20, 2013 – Dallas Buy-in: $ 300 (entire show promotion – 24-days) http://www.bigtex.com/sft/ 92% consider the State Fair to be a "Family Friendly" experience

80% live within 50 miles of Fair Park Length of Stay : 6.0 Hours

Size of Party : 4.2 People Visitation Pattern :

50% Attended each of last 5 years 87% "Very Likely" to attend next year

21st Annual McAllen Winter Texan Show Jan. 21 – 22, 2014 - McAllen Buy-in: $100 http://www.wintertexanexpo.com/

Show attendance average: 8,000

Texas Independence Relays March 2014

Start Line: Downtown Gonzales Finish Line: San Jacinto Battleground State Park Buy-in: Texan Benefits partners (bonus promotion) $ 100 – non-Texan Benefits partners http://texasindependencerelay.com/

Running participants 2013: 1,800

Participants: • 50% Houston area • 25% Austin area • 25% Texas – San Antonio, DFW area

TTIA Travel Counselors Show April 16 - 17, 2014 – South Padre Island

Buy-in: $ 100 http://www.ttia.org

Show attendance: TXDOT Travel Counselors, AAA Travel Counselors

Co-op Advertising – Print and Internet Materials needed for Texas Highways and Texas Highways Events Calendar: Design included.

• Picture: 300 resolution • Event Name or General “Visit” message • Phone number • Website • Total Text: 4-5 lines per partner. Editing for space may be necessary.

Texas Highways magazine co-op advertising Buy-in: $ 850

March 2014

May 2014 September 2014 Texas Highways Events Calendar magazine co-op advertising (free publications) Buy-in: $ 300

Spring 2014 (Mar - May) – Materials Due: 11/11/13 Fall 2014 (Sept – Nov) – Materials Due: 5/8/14 TourTexas.com Silver level for TITR Website – TITR Texan Benefits Membership Levels – benefit package Passport Program 1 or 2-year passport – depends upon number of participants Buy-in: TBD (still gathering production & printing costs) Quantity: 100,000

www.TexasIndependenceTrail.com

Texas Highways & Texas Highways Events magazines Cooperative Ad Sample

Specifications: Texas Highways Texas Highways Events 1/2 page ad 1/2 page ad 7 “ x 4 5/8 “ 7 1/4 “ x 4 7/8 “ Circulation: 220,000 per month Circulation: 65,000 per quarter Partner price: $ 800 Partner price: $ 300

Texan Benefits Membership Level Discounts

Sam Houston membership discount: 25% Sam Houston membership discount: 25% Houston price: $ 600 Houston price: $ 225

SFA membership discount: 15% SFA membership discount: 15% SFA price: $ 680 SFA price: $ 255

Wm. B. Travis membership discount: 10% Wm. B. Travis membership discount: 10% Travis price: $ 720 Travis price: $ 270

Price includes design work

TITR Website and Social Media Details

January 1 – May 31, 2013 www.TexasIndependenceTrail.com 6,917 hits

2.54 minute average stay Facebook: Texas.Independence.Trail 1,392 fans

Twitter: TXTrailTraveler 284 followers

Klout Score: 51 out of 100

Comparables: San Antonio CVB 41 Go Texan 50 Texas Tripper 45 Colorado River Trail 43 Texas Highways 51 TPWD 59 THC 65

Texas Independence Trail Region 2305 S. Day St. # 208 · Brenham, Texas 77833

www.TexasIndependenceTrail.com · info@texasindependencetrail.com

BELTON Located deep in the heart of Texas, Belton is a unique city with friendly people and a rich history. Founded in 1850, Belton is located on the famous Chisholm Trail. Belton’s location also puts it squarely in the middle of natural wonders, shopping and entertainment. We welcome you to our charming, hospitable city.

Bell County

254-939-3551 www.beltonchamber.com

CONFEDERATE REUNION GROUNDS STATE HISTORIC SITE Confederate Reunion Grounds State Historic Site commemorates a place where Civil War veterans gathered from 1889 to 1946. Today, in the spirit of this site’s history, it remains a gathering place for living history events, family reunions and group activities. The site features an 1893 pavilion, a civil- war era cannon and the Navasota River.

Limestone County

254-472-0959 www.visitcrg.com

ELGIN Established in 1872, Elgin is famous for two products it’s been making since 1882: reliable bricks and delicious hot sausage. This community produces 267 million bricks and 3 million pounds of sausage annually. Visitors can sample the famous sausage at the Hogeye Festival in October or the Western Days Festival in June.

Bastrop County

512-285-4515 www.elgintxchamber.com

CLIFTON This National Main Street City, designated as the Norwegian Capital of Texas, has twice been named as one of the top 100 small art communities in the nation. It features fine arts, golf, fishing, camping, hunting and friendly people. Enjoy our serenity nestled among hills and valleys.

Bosque County

254-675-3720 www.cliftontexas.org

THE GEORGE BUSH PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY & MUSEUM The George Bush Presidential Library and Museum is a state-of-the-art American history museum. The museum tells the story of the life and times of the 41st President from his first steps to his presidency. The museum features sections on WWII, life in the White House, the fall of the Berlin Wall, as well as replicas of the President’s Oval and Camp David offices.

Brazos County 979-691-4000 http://bushlibrary.tamu.edu

GROESBECK Groesbeck is a great place for a weekend of history, nature, good food, shopping and just plain fun. It is home to great hunting, fishing and camping at Lake Limestone and Ft. Parker State Park. While here you can check out historic Old Fort Parker and the Confederate Reunion Grounds.

Limestone County

254-729-3894 www.groesbecktexas.org

GEORGETOWN Prepare to fall in love with the Texas Main Street City of Georgetown with its Victorian Downtown Square and majestically restored courthouse that merely hint at the rich past of this county seat. Home to the Palace Theatre and at the crossroads of the Chisholm and Hill Country Trails, Georgetown is where culture and history meet.

Williamson County

800-436-8696 www.mainstreetgeorgetown.com

GIDDINGS Hometown Hospitality awaits you in Giddings, Texas, with its friendly people and uncomplicated lifestyle. The city is undergoing a major renovation of it’s downtown, including new sidewalks, building restorations and the addition of murals and updated signage. Visit Giddings and enjoy a wide variety of activities, including dining, shopping, playing and camping. Lee County

979-542-2018 www.giddings.net

KILLEEN Killeen, Texas, located just off IH-35 on US 190, is a great central location, easily accessible by automobile, or air service at the Killeen-Fort Hood Regional airport. Over 2500 hotel rooms, beautiful conference center, and a multitude of sports venues, play Killeen for affordable excellence and experience. Killeen, Texas, “Where Freedom Grows!”

Bell County 254-501-3888 www.killeen-cvb.com

MADISONVILLE At the crossroads of I-45 and Highway 21 lies Madisonville, Mushroom Capital of Texas. A short drive from Bryan/College Station, Madisonville is home to the annual Texas Mushroom Festival, Madisonville Sidewalk Cattlemen’s Association events, and the Madison County Fair. Visit the Madison County Museum and the Historic Woodbine Hotel and Restaurant. Madison County 936-348-3591 www.ci.madisonville.tx.us

HICO Visit Hico and explore the claim that Billy the Kid died here. We have a host of shops and businesses that have received national acclaim such as the Koffee Kup Family Restaurant and Wiseman House Fine Handmade Chocolates, as well as a historic downtown shopping district that is known throughout Texas for its unique charm.

Hamilton County 1-800-361-HICO www.hico-tx.com

MARLIN In 1892, a gusher blew in Marlin – not of oil but of hot mineral water. Visitors to the Hot Water Pavillion downtown, can touch the hot water pouring from the marble fountain. Across the street, a 1929 Hilton Hotel, still stands as a poignant reminder of the town’s bustling spa era.

Falls County

254-803-3301 www.marlintexas.com

NAVASOTA Navasota,

The Blues Capital of Texas, offers a historic and friendly atmosphere for visitors and residents. Its downtown presents unique antique and retail opportunities for that special gift and you can also break free from your busy lifestyle with our unique bed and breakfasts, golf courses and cafes. Navasota! so much, so close.

Grimes County

936-825-7055 www.navasotatx.gov

ROCKDALE Small town.BIG IDEAS. Is Rockdale, Texas— located an hour from Austin, Temple, and Bryan/ College Station. Events include Tejas Art and Book Festival, Quarterly Market Days, Dewberry Fun Run, Jubilee Days, Rockdale Tennis Open, 5K Run for the Kay, Community Wide Garage Sale, Rockdale Fair, Evening lighted Christmas parade.

Milam County

512-446-2030 www.rockdalechamber.com

ROUND ROCK Surround yourself with fashion, food, and recreation in the Sports Capital of Texas. Our distinctive collection of shopping, dining and entertainment options are sure to impress. Whether you’re an athlete, business traveler or a vacationer, there’s more to see and do in Round Rock than ever before. GAME ON!

Williamson County

512-218-7023 www.sportscapitaloftexas.com

SALADO Centrally located 51 miles north or Austin and 51 miles south of Waco. Salado is a wonderful place to visit, have a family reunion, company retreat, or host a meeting throughout the year. Salado offers beautiful scenery, historic lodging, art galleries, Robert Trent Jones, Jr. golf course, festivals, live entertainment and outstanding shopping and dining.

Bell County 524-947-8634 www.salado.com

TAYLOR Taylor is a Texas Main Street City and many visitors come to see and shop our historic downtown district. Taylor is host to annual events such as the Bloomin’ Festival, Tractor Pull, Rodeo, International BBQ Cook-Off, Airport Fly-In, Spooktacular, and lighted Christmas Parade. Taylor is located 38 miles northeast of Austin.

Williamson County 512-352-6364 www.taylorchamber.org

TEMPLE Temple’s blend of past, present and future provides a different experience for every part of your visit. Our rich history is showcased in our museums, historic homes and landmarks, while our culture is displayed through a variety of visual and performing arts. Wonderful dining and shopping opportunities can also be found in Temple - your home for Friendly, Healthy, Texas Fun! Bell County 800-479-0338 www.discovertemple.com

WACO Conveniently located on I-35 in the Heart of Texas, Waco offers something for everyone. Spend a few leisurely days - with nationally acclaimed museums, a world class zoo, art galleries, historic homes, spectacular entertainment venues, scenic walks, fine restaurants and comfortable hotel rooms - you may never want to leave!

McLennan County 800-WACO-FUN www.wacocvb.com

BASTROP Established in 1832, historic downtown Bastrop is the gateway to the beautiful Lost Pines at Bastrop State Park and the Colorado River crossing of the El Camino Real de los Tejas National Historic Trail. Come for a visit to the “Most Historic Small Town in Texas”…we’ll capture your heart!

Bastrop County

512-303-0904 www.visitbastrop.org

FRANKLIN Franklin is the county seat of Robertson County. Historic sites include the Robertson County Courthouse and the Carnegie Library. The 12,000 square foot Pridgeon Center is an excellent facility for large and small events. Visit Franklin’s Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Information Center to learn more about this friendly town.

Robertson County 979-828-3276 www.franklintexas.com

HAMILTON Visitors enjoy the annual dove hunting and Dove Festival on Labor Day weekend, visiting art galleries, unique shops and restaurants on the square, a real movie theater with first run movies, the local history museum, civic theatre, genealogy library and city park in walking distance from the square. Folks find that Hamilton is truly What a Hometown Should Be! Hamilton County

254-386-3216 www.hamiltontexas.com

MEXIA Mexia is the retail center of three counties. Centrally located in the heart of Texas, Mexia is home to three major attractions: Fort Parker State Park, Old Fort Parker Historic Site and the Confederate Reunion Grounds and three major lakes. Mexia offers the best in barbecue, culture, education, history and rodeos!

Limestone County

254-562-5569 www.mexiachamber.com

The Texas Brazos Trail Region is an eighteen- county area of Central Texas. Visitors are encouraged to travel the entire region experiencing the charm and heritage of this mainly rural area of the state.

Visitors to the region can explore state parks, visit a presidential library, sample some of Texas’ best BBQ or enjoy one of the many local fesivals and events. The region is filled with historic towns, unique downtown shops, museums, beautifully preserved homes, and more.

For more information on what to see and do while you’re in the area visit our website: www.TexasBrazosTrail.com To request a Texas Brazos Trail regional brochure call 254-749-5256

TEXAS BRAZOS TRAIL REGION 115 N. Avenue D Clifton, Texas 76634-1617

254-749-5256 www.TexasBrazosTrail.com

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Single Size Sample

Printing: 50,000 Total: 30 single spaces

Per Single Space: 1 photo – 300 resolution Name of organization Phone number Website 250 characters of text

TITR Map Project

Ad Sizes Price Single space: 2.75 x 3.75 $ 500 Double space: 5.75 x 3.75 $ 1000 Quad space: 5.75 x 8 $ 2000

Cost includes design work