Gathering Your Gear: basic supplies needed for a successful adventure. Discover which gear (registrations, licenses, permits, business names, trade names, trademarks, insurance, finances, target markets, etc.) you need in place before you open your home based business doors.

Setting Up Your Base Camp: putting it all together. Put your "gear" into action. Setting up your workshop, studio and/or office properly will make all the difference for a home based business to run smoothly and efficiently. Custom design a "Road Map" for your specific home based business.

Chat and Chew: Enjoy a delicious, catered lunch at the beautiful Arrowhead Country Club while getting to know your fellow trailblazers. Let the creative juices flow as you exchange your favorite tools, tips and techniques.

Trailblazing The Wilderness: tools, techniques and tips needed to stay on the trail. Learn how to use marketing, advertising and publicity effectively to open doors of unlimited opportunities and possibilities.

Side Stepping Pitfalls: knowing when to shake, rattle and roll. Unlock your hidden talents, strengths and weaknesses; then use them effectively to navigate through the rough spots. Brace yourself -- mastering these will unleash your trailblazer spirit!

Gone Fishing: scouting out the best fishing holes and choosing the best bait. Location, location, location - explore the benefits of tapping into various markets and networks. Master the art of choosing the best bait (presentations and promotionals) to use for different situations.