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EasyFor people looking to exercise their minds more than their bodies. There’s minimal walking and not too many stairs.
ModerateThese programs get you on your feet and include activities such as walking up to a mile in a day through a city and standing in a museum for a few hours.
ActiveFor people who enjoy walking as much as two miles a day, perhaps to explore historic neighborhoods or a nature trail.
Moderately ChallengingFor hardy explorers who enjoy a good physical challenge, spending most of their days on the go.
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Equipment Requirements
Painting Supply List: PAPER: 1 full sheet (22 x 30) hot press watercolor paper. 2 full sheets (22 x 30) rough watercolor paper. Brands: Arches, Fabriano, Canson, Waterford, Whatman. A small (at least 8 x 10) spiral watercolor pad. BOARD: To hold 15 x 22 size paper so should be a few inches larger in both directions. Masonite is best though corrugated cardboard and foamcore will do. PAINTS: Please avoid cheap sets like Reeves & Maries, etc. Stick to quality brands like Winsor Newton Cotman, Grambacher Academy, and Van Gogh. The catalogue stores/online like Dick Blick and Cheap Joe's have their own brand which is very good. Colors: any whie, any black, ultramarine blue, pthalo blue, alizarin crimson, cadmium red, cadmium yellow, lemon yellow. BRUSHES: Good brushes - a combo of synthetic and natural are essential. Sizes: Rounds # 4, 8, 12. Flats: 1/4 " and 1". Additional items will be required and will be included in the confirmation packet. .

Itinerary for Jul 7 — Jul 12, 2013

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Type: Conference Center

 Description: The Warwick Center is located on 465 acres of pristine land overlooking the beautiful Warwick Valley. The Center offers 8 miles of beautiful hiking trails, beautiful views, a peaceful setting and access to many wonderful sites in and around the Hudson Valley.

Contact info:
P.O. Box 349, Hoyt Road
Warwick, NY 10990 USA
phone: 845-986-1164
web: www.warwickcenter.com

Facility amenities: Outdoor swimming pool in operation from Memorial Day through Labor Day. 8 miles of beautiful hiking trails and scenic views.

Smoking policy: Yes
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Additional nights before: $72/night
Additional Nights are based on availability.

Check in time: 5:00 PM

Day One: Sunday, July 07 -  
Afternoon: Arrive at The Warwick Conference Center in late afternoon for check in beginning at 4:30 p.m. and continuing to 6:00 p.m. Enjoy a Wine and Cheese Reception and introduce yourself to fellow participants.

Dinner: Dinner is in the East House Dining Hall. Enjoy a bountiful buffet with entries varying from turkey, pork, chicken, fish, etc. Dinner will include a fresh salad bar, vegetables, potatoes, rolls, and dessert. All meals at The Warwick Conference Center include a vegetarian option.

Evening: Following dinner there will be a time of introductions and an orientation session to familiarize everyone with The Warwick Conference Center and the week's activities.

Lodging: The Warwick Center

Meals Included: Dinner
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Type: Conference Center

 Description: The Warwick Center is located on 465 acres of pristine land overlooking the beautiful Warwick Valley. The Center offers 8 miles of beautiful hiking trails, beautiful views, a peaceful setting and access to many wonderful sites in and around the Hudson Valley.

Contact info:
P.O. Box 349, Hoyt Road
Warwick, NY 10990 USA
phone: 845-986-1164
web: www.warwickcenter.com

Facility amenities: Outdoor swimming pool in operation from Memorial Day through Labor Day. 8 miles of beautiful hiking trails and scenic views.

Smoking policy: Yes
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Additional nights before: $72/night
Additional Nights are based on availability.

Check in time: 5:00 PM

Day Two: Monday, July 08 -  
Breakfast: Wake up to a hearty breakfast buffet. Daily entrees will rotate, but you can look forward to a variety of breakfast foods including scrambled eggs, pancakes, french toast, ham, bacon, oatmeal, toast, muffins, yogurt, cold cereal, and hot coffee, tea, and orange juice.

Morning: The morning lecture by the artist will include a demonstration and hands-on experience with expert guidance and critiques.

Lunch: Lunch will be served buffet style in the East House Dining Hall. Enjoy various menus which will include a fresh salad bar, wraps, soup, potato bar, sandwiches and other entrees.

Afternoon: The afternoon is devoted to expert-led lectures in the instruction of watercolor painting including demonstrations and hands-on experiences.

Dinner: Dinner served buffet style at 6:00 P.M. in the East House Dining Hall.

Evening: The evening expert-led lecture will include hands-on experiences under the guidance of the artist.

Lodging: The Warwick Center

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Close [ x ]
Type: Conference Center

 Description: The Warwick Center is located on 465 acres of pristine land overlooking the beautiful Warwick Valley. The Center offers 8 miles of beautiful hiking trails, beautiful views, a peaceful setting and access to many wonderful sites in and around the Hudson Valley.

Contact info:
P.O. Box 349, Hoyt Road
Warwick, NY 10990 USA
phone: 845-986-1164
web: www.warwickcenter.com

Facility amenities: Outdoor swimming pool in operation from Memorial Day through Labor Day. 8 miles of beautiful hiking trails and scenic views.

Smoking policy: Yes
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Additional nights before: $72/night
Additional Nights are based on availability.

Check in time: 5:00 PM

Day Three: Tuesday, July 09 - Sculpture Garden 
Breakfast: Breakfast served buffet style in the East House Dining Hall.

Morning: The morning lecture by the artist will include a demonstration and hands-on experience with expert guidance and critiques.

Lunch: Lunch served buffet style in the East House Dining Hall.

Afternoon: A visit will be made to Pacem in Terris, a six acre sculpture garden. Dr. Franck, a Dutch-born sculptor, painter and author created Pacem in Terris, a retreat dedicated to peace and art. The garden contains some 70 large-scale sculptures in steel, stone, wood and glass. Enjoy the sculpture garden and the grounds; for those who wish, there is an opportunity to sketch and paint.

Dinner: Dinner served buffet style at 6:00 P.M. in the East House Dining Hall.

Evening: The evening comprises an exper-led lecture on watercolor instruction and includes hands-on experiences.

Lodging: The Warwick Center

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Close [ x ]
Type: Conference Center

 Description: The Warwick Center is located on 465 acres of pristine land overlooking the beautiful Warwick Valley. The Center offers 8 miles of beautiful hiking trails, beautiful views, a peaceful setting and access to many wonderful sites in and around the Hudson Valley.

Contact info:
P.O. Box 349, Hoyt Road
Warwick, NY 10990 USA
phone: 845-986-1164
web: www.warwickcenter.com

Facility amenities: Outdoor swimming pool in operation from Memorial Day through Labor Day. 8 miles of beautiful hiking trails and scenic views.

Smoking policy: Yes
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Additional nights before: $72/night
Additional Nights are based on availability.

Check in time: 5:00 PM

Day Four: Wednesday, July 10 - Meet with an area watercolor artist either at the artist's studio or... 
Meet with an area watercolor artist either at the artist's studio or at The Warwick Center.

Breakfast: Breakfast served buffet style in the East House Dining Hall.

Morning: Expert-led lecture on watercolor instruction including a demonstration along with hands-on experiences under the guidance of the artist.

Lunch: Lunch served buffet style in the East House Dining Hall.

Afternoon: Free time Watercolor Workshop open in the Assembly Hall (lower level). Optional off-site trip to Sugar Loaf, New York's premier Artists' Village. Transportation provided by The Warwick Center.

Afternoon: Meet with an area watercolor artist either in the artist's studio or at The Warwick Center.

Dinner: Dinner will be served buffet style in the East House Dining Hall.

Evening: Experience an expert-led lecture on watercolor painting, a demonstration, and hands-on experience.

Lodging: The Warwick Center

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Close [ x ]
Type: Conference Center

 Description: The Warwick Center is located on 465 acres of pristine land overlooking the beautiful Warwick Valley. The Center offers 8 miles of beautiful hiking trails, beautiful views, a peaceful setting and access to many wonderful sites in and around the Hudson Valley.

Contact info:
P.O. Box 349, Hoyt Road
Warwick, NY 10990 USA
phone: 845-986-1164
web: www.warwickcenter.com

Facility amenities: Outdoor swimming pool in operation from Memorial Day through Labor Day. 8 miles of beautiful hiking trails and scenic views.

Smoking policy: Yes
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Additional nights before: $72/night
Additional Nights are based on availability.

Check in time: 5:00 PM

Day Five: Thursday, July 11 - Watercolor Exhibit/Entertainment 
Breakfast: Breakfast served buffet style in the East House Dining Hall.

Morning: Expert-led lecture and demonstration in watercolor instruction including hands-on experiences.

Lunch: Lunch will be served buffet style in the East House DIning Hall.

Afternoon: A visit to a local art gallery with explanation and critique by the artist/instructor.

Dinner: Dinner will be served at 6:00 P.M. in the East House Dining Hall.

Evening: Expert-led lecture and demonstration in watercolor instruction including hands-on experiences and constructive critiques.

Lodging: The Warwick Center

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day Six: Friday, July 12 -  
Breakfast: Breakfast will be served in the East House Dining Hall.

Morning: Expert-led lecture by artist/instructor.

Lunch: Lunch will be served at 11:00 A.M. in the East House Dining Hall. Departure immediately after lunch.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch


Free Time Opportunities


Warwick, NY
Borderland FarmA 230 acre riding facility, indoor ring, lighted outdoor ring, miles of trails. Located at the NY/NJ line. Reservations required.
For additional information, visit: www.wolfsbane.com/borderland/
Demarest Hill Winery28 different wines created from select varietal grapes by a master vintner who learned winemaking in Italy. The wineries' specialties include Warwick Black Pearl and Peach Wine, both from the vineyards at this winery.
For additional information, visit: www.demaresthillwinery.com
Harness Racing Museum & Hall of FameDrive a sulky to the finish line in the 3-D simulator. Riveting state-of-the-art and interactive exhibits. Call and judge a race. Theaters tell the fascinating history of America's first sport. Open daily from 10 - 6.
For additional information, visit: www.harnessmuseum.com
Pride of the HudsonCruise through history and the majestic beauty of the Hudson River on a 2-hour narrated sightseeing cruise.
For additional information, visit: www.prideofthehudson.com
Washington's HeadquartersGen. Washington made this fieldstone farmhouse his Continental Army headquarters and spent more time here than anywhere else during the Revolutionary War. At this site, Washington created and awarded the original purple heart badge. In 1850 the property became our nation's first public historic site. Open Wed. - Sat., 10-5. Sun. 1-5.
West Point MuseumMilitary uniforms, flags, weapons and military art of both American and European derivation. Museum galleries include History of the Academy and the Corps of Cadets, US Army History, and History of Warfare from Egyptian times to Desert Storm.
For additional information, visit: www.usma.edu/Museum/
West Point Tours, Inc.Enjoy a guided tour of the U.S. Military Academy. Walk the paths of generals and presidents tracing the footsteps of our country's great leaders. Enjoy spectacular views of the majestic Hudson River. Hear exciting tales and fascinating stories. Tour buses depart daily from the West Point Visitor Center.
For additional information, visit: www.westpointtours.com
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