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Adventures in the Susquehanna River Valley With Your Grandchild |
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Program Number: |
13752RJ |
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7/7/2013 - 7/12/2013;
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| Duration: |
5 nights |
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Lock Haven, Pennsylvania
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| Price starting at: |
$838.00 - Price may vary based on date, departure city |
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Intergenerational; Water Sports
Intergenerational
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Activity Level: |
t (see description) |
| Meals: |
14;
5 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 5 Dinners |
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Vegetarian |
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Program intended for grandchildren from 8 - 12 years of age.
Learn about the beautiful Susquehanna River Valley with a grandchild on this memorable, active learning adventure. Explore Pennsylvania Grand Canyon country from a horse-drawn wagon and discover Barbour Rock. Local fishing professionals share tricks of the trade at one of the area’s best-loved fishing locales, Bald Eagle State Park. Experience the Susquehanna River aboard the Hiawatha, an authentic paddle wheeler. See fun exhibits about baseball and softball at the Little League Museum in Williamsport, site of the Little League World Series.
Highlights
• Take a rollicking horse-drawn wagon ride through the Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania, a scenic 800-foot deep canyon.
• Enjoy an underground motorboat excursion in Penn’s Cavern, learning about stalagmites and stalactites and spotting leaping cave trout.
• At Reptiland, enter the world of giant alligators, gentle tortoises, curious lizards, colorful frogs and rare snakes like cobras, vipers and pythons.
Activity Particulars
Walking up to one mile per day; some uneven terrain.
Coordinated by Lock Haven University.
Lock Haven
Situated on the Susquehanna River within the Allegheny Mountains of picturesque central Pennsylvania, Lock Haven is a historic city with a quaint downtown, and just a short drive from the Little League Museum in Williamsport.
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Accommodations
Comfortable, centrally located hotel.
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The prices listed for commercial services and facilities that are not included in the program cost, such as airport shuttles or extra nights lodging, are subject to change without notice. Since Road Scholar cannot guarantee the accuracy of these prices, we strongly suggest contacting the companies directly for the most up-to-date information.
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Day 2: |
(Monday, July 8)
Note: A visit to State College, PA
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| Breakfast: | Breakfast included. | | Morning: | Adventures in State College
Pennsylvania goes underground! Penn's Cave is America's only all-water cavern. The cavern trip is a guided excursion by motorboat on an underground stream. Along the limestone corridors, stalagmites, stalactites, flowstone cascades and draperies decorate the interior rooms, while underwater, trout swim and jump for feed.
| | Lunch: | Lunch at Penn's Cave Cafe | | Afternoon: | A visit to The Creamery at Penn State. It is known for its famous ice cream, sherbet, and cheeses. It is also the largest university creamery in the nation. Each year 4.5 million pounds of milk pass through the Creamery's stainless steel holding tanks. About half comes from a 225-cow herd at the University's Dairy Production Research Center. Every day many people---including famous celebrities such as President Clinton, Tom Ridge, Joe Paterno, Lynn Swann, Bob Costas, Bill Cowher, and Martha Stewart, just to name a few--stop at the Creamery to enjoy their favorite ice cream flavors. | | Afternoon: | We will visit the Wildlife Section of Penn's Cave. The wildlife on site include whitetail deer, buffalo, wolves, longhorn cattle, and elk. | | Dinner: | Dinner in State College or Lock Haven Areas | |
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Day 4: |
(Wednesday, July 10)
Note: Canoeing and Fishing
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| Breakfast: | Breakfast included. | | Morning: | Expert-led canoe instruction at Bald Eagle State Park.
The 5,900-acre park lies in the broad Bald Eagle Valley of northcentral Pennsylvania. Two geologic provinces create Bald Eagle's scenic beauty. The Allegheny Plateau to the north and west holds smooth, undulating uplands. The Ridge and Valley Province to the south and east contains numerous long, narrow mountain ridges separated by valleys.
The 1,730-acre reservoir (Foster Joseph Sayer's Lake) and its 23 miles of shoreline offer excellent warm water fishing. Common fish are crappie, yellow perch, tiger muskellunge, channel catfish and largemouth and smallmouth bass. Sayers Reservoir is a panfish enhancement waterway and special regulations apply. An ADA accessible fishing pier is located at the Summer/Winter Launch in the Main Park Area. Ice fishing is permitted. Ice thickness is not monitored. For your safety, be sure the ice is at least four inches thick and carry safety equipment.
| | Lunch: | Lunch at Bald Eagle State Park | | Afternoon: | Fishing with local area expert. Swimming at Bald Eagle State Park.
Our Fishing Program is an educational program designed for families with minimal fishing experience. Families will learn basic fishing skills and have an opportunity to practice those skills while fishing together at the lake. You will learn about fishing safety and manners, how to cast your line and tie knots (and practice both of these skills), basic fishing tackle, laws and regulations, etc. | | Dinner: | Dinner in Lock Haven Area | |
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Day 5: |
(Thursday, July 11)
Note: A trip to Williamsport, PA
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| Breakfast: | Breakfast included. | | Morning: | Clyde Peeling's Reptiland
Reptiland is a specialized zoo that introduces visitors to the less-loved members of the animal kingdom in a safe, entertaining format. Explore the world of mambas, cobras, vipers, pythons and other rare and beautiful snakes. Giant alligators, gentle tortoises, curious lizards and colorful frogs also await discovery on this zoological adventure. An exciting multi-media show reveals the close-up world of reptiles on the big screen and live lecture demonstrations offer guests the chance to touch harmless specimens and speak with friendly experts.
Daily feedings offer a glimpse of natural behaviors and innovative interactive exhibits involve visitors in the learning experience. Test your reptile knowledge with Lizard Wizard and Turtle Trivia, spin a zoetrope to discover how sidewinder rattlesnakes move across hot sand or touch casts of reptile skins to feel the differences between turtles, crocodilians and snakes.
Reptiland is truly a year-round attraction. The newly renovated indoor exhibit complex allows comfortable viewing of more than 40 species in recreated natural habitats. During summer months tortoises and aquatic turtles live in outdoor habitats among lush gardens where ornamental grasses, bamboo and flowering perennials abound. A visit to Reptiland explodes common myths and inspires scientific curiosity. This world-class specialized zoo offers an unparalleled educational adventure for the whole family.
| | Lunch: | Lunch at Reptiland | | Afternoon: | The Little League Museum - Learn how Little League grew from its small beginnings in Williamsport, Pennsylvania to being played in over 100 countries. Visit the Hall of Excellence showcasing famous former little leaguers like: President George W. Bush, musician Bruce Springsteen, and Basketball legend Karem Abdul Jabar. Try your hand at the museums' several interactive exhibits like pitching, running the bases or play by play announcing. The museum is located next to the Lamade Stadium, where the Little League World Series is played.
| | Dinner: | Dinner in Williamsport area | | Evening: | Enjoy a leisurely cruise on the Susquehanna River aboard the Hiawatha, an authentic stern Paddlewheeler. Feel the wind in your hair on the ship’s upper deck or relax in the enclosed bottom deck while enjoying an ice cream sundae bar!
The Hiawatha is a replica of its namesake that sunk in 1914 due to a bad storm. The original boat was used to take Sunday picnickers to Sylvan Dell Park, 3.5 miles south of Williamsport. | |
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Free Time Opportunities |
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| Lock Haven, PA |
Pennsylvania's - Vistiors Network
Site will link you to area attractions and information. For additional information, visit www.pavisnet.com/clinton/
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Pine Creek Trail
USA Today rated Pine Creek Rail Trail as one of the 10 great places to take a bike tour in their July 2001 article. Long ago, the swift waters of Pine Creek were traveled via footpath and canoe by the Seneca Indians. Then in 1883, the railroading days began. Trains carried timber, coal and eventually passengers north into New York State.
The Pine Creek Trail travels along the floor of Pine Creek Gorge. One of the most spectacular natural areas in Pennsylvania, Pine Creek Gorge is often referred to as the Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania, and was recognized as a National Natural Landmark in 1968.
The opportunities for sightseeing are endless. Trail users can view dramatic rock outcrops, waterfalls, wildlife such as eagles, osprey, coyote, deer, wild turkeys, herons, hawks or even a river otter to name just a few. Rare plants, old growth hemlock, native red pine and even the old Civilian Conservation Corps camp foundation can be found along the trail. For additional information, visit www.visittiogapa.com/pinecreek.html
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Heisey Museum
The Clinton County Historical Society's main attraction is located in the heart of Lock Haven. The spectacular eight room Victorian home, known at the Heisey Museum, is fully restored to the mid 1800's. This house has served as a farmhouse, tavern, doctor's home, and home to several other locally prominent families. First constructed as a Federal style building, circa 1830, it acquired its Gothic character in a major remodeling, circa 1865. The home must be maintained in its present state to be used as a museum and to display the Victorian era collections in room settings which reflect life as it was in Lock Haven 175 years ago. The Heisey Museum has served as the home to the Clinton County Historical Society.
For additional information, visit www.clintoncountyhistory.com/
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Northcentral Region of Pennsylvania State Parks
This remote area of the state is characterized by wilderness surroundings. It is a great place to see elk and bald eagles. This region contains the "God's Country" of Potter County and the Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania. It is paradise for outdoor adventurers. For additional information, visit www.dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks/parks/region_northcentral.aspx
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Millbrook Playhouse
258 Country Club Lane
Mill Hall, PA 17751
570-748-8083
The Millbrook Playhouse is a unique barn theatre, having operated as a professional summer stock theatre since 1963.
The theatrical companies hired each summer possess highly diverse skills and provide varied entertainment. Hundreds of plays have been performed, entertaining approximately 1,000 people per week.
Millbrook has provided a stage for many aspiring teachers, theatre managers, producers, actors and actresses. The Shubert Theatre and Circle in the Square on Broadway, The Actor's Theatre of Louisville, The Timberlake Theatre in Illinois, the movie "Dune", and the television series "L.A. Law" and "Twin Peaks", various daytime television serials, TV commercials, industrial films, television specials, and various universities have all included former Millbrook performers and staff members. Two of the most notable are Kyle MacLachlan, star of "Twin Peaks" and "Dune", and Michael Tucker of "L.A. Law" fame.
For additional information, visit www.millbrookplayhouse.com/
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What’s included in this Road Scholar program?
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Specifically, this program includes:
- Learning led by expert instructors who are authorities in the field of study.
- Experienced Group Leaders attuned to the needs of Road Scholar participants.
- Expert-led field trips and excursions and hands-on activities.
- Comfortable, often exceptional, accommodations.
- All meals (except where noted).
- Group transportation throughout the program.
- Customary gratuities throughout the program that you would normally pay yourself.
- The Road Scholar Travel Assistance Plan, providing 24-hour-a-day emergency assistance coverage.
- Taxes