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Canoeing, Horses, Outdoor Exploration and Summer Fun

Program Number: 14633RJ
Start and End Dates:
6/16/2013 - 6/21/2013; 7/14/2013 - 7/19/2013; 7/21/2013 - 7/26/2013;
Duration: 5 nights
Location: Potosi, Missouri
Price starting at: $555.00 - Price may vary based on date, departure city
Program Type: Intergenerational
Intergenerational
Meals: 15; 5 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 5 Dinners    
Meal Options: Vegetarian    

Program intended for grandchildren from 10 - 12 years of age.

You and your young learner will grow closer while you participate in great, fun activities, at YMCA Trout Lodge, a family camp/conference center in the foothills of the eastern Ozarks. Begin by learning about rocks and minerals, and then head off into some of the world's largest granite boulders. "Compete" with other teams in miniature golf and board games, enjoy a campfire with s'mores and other activities, and get comfortable riding a horse in our arena before heading out on a trail ride through hardwood forests.




Highlights

• Enjoy a half-day Ozark style canoe trip down the scenic Courtois River.
• Challenge yourself by climbing a 20-foot rock wall and zipping down a 250-foot zip line.
• Begin a "memory" scrapbook of the week's highlights at our craft center.



Activity Particulars

Walking up to two miles on uneven terrain. Horseback riding up to three hours.



Coordinated by YMCA of Greater St. Louis/Trout Lodge.




Potosi

The Eastern Ozarks are defined as much by its history and culture as by geology, geography and landscapes. Potosi is one of several rural communities in this region of clear streams, big springs and pastoral scenery. Gently rolling hills, deep valleys and plateaus are home to small farms and an abundance of wineries which dot the countryside.
Accommodations
Lodge with hotel-style rooms with lake-view balconies. Buffet-style meals with many options in lodge dining room. Lodge shuttle between St. Louis and Trout Lodge runs once on Sunday and once on Friday; additional fee.
Meals and Lodgings
   YMCA Trout Lodge
  Potosi, MO 5 nights
 YMCA Trout Lodge
Type: Conference Center
  Description: Trout Lodge is situated on a beautiful 360-acre lake surrounded by 5,000 acres of forested hills, on the fringe of the St. Francois Mountains.
  Contact info: 13528 State Hwy AA
Potosi, MO 63664 USA
phone: 314-241-YMCA
web: www.ymcaoftheozarks.org
  Room amenities: Lodge rooms have lake-view balconey, A/C and private bath. Cabins have bedroom, living room, private bath, 1 double and twin bunks, A/C, screened porch. Rooms and cabins do not have phones or TV's.
  Facility amenities: Country store (gifts, souvenirs, snacks, t-shirts, etc.). Wondeful, varied meals at lodge.
  Smoking allowed: No
  Elevators available: Yes
  Additional nights prior: $74 - 154 per person Extra nights include three meals per day and many guest activities are free.
  Check in time: 3:00 PM
  Additional nights after: $74 - 154 per person Extra nights include three meals per day and many guest activities are free.
  Check out time: 11:30 AM


Travel Details
  Start of Program:
Registration opens at 2 PM; check into rooms after 3 PM. You will be staying at YMCA Trout Lodge that night.
  End of Program:
Program ends at 1 PM after lunch. You will be staying at YMCA Trout Lodge the night before.
  Required documents:
The Road Scholar Health & Safety Form is required.
  Parking availability:
Free Parking. Located up a small hill from the lodge. Handicap parking is available in the front drive.
Transportation
To Start of Program
  Location:  Potosi, MO
  Nearest city or town:  St. Louis
  Nearest highway: State Highway AA
  Nearest airport:  Lambert Airport
  From End of Program
  Location: Potosi, MO
    (Additional transportation information same as above)
Travel Details
 

St. Louis

 

From Airport

 
 

Service:

 

Hotel Shuttle
YMCA Trout Lodge
phone: 573-438-2154
Advanced Reservations Required

 

Per Person/One Way:

 

$40 per person / $65 per couple round-trip
Prices are subject to change.
 

Travel Time:

 

1.5 - 2 depending on traffic 
   

Shuttle is run by YMCA Trout Lodge. Sign up form is sent out with Health Forms approx 6 weeks before arrival. Current pick up times... 1:30 St. Louis Airport 2:30 St. Louis Amtrak Station Return at end of program is approx 2:00 PM to airport and 2:45 to Train Station
 
Driving Directions
  Greater St. Louis Follow I-70 West to I-270 South. I-270 South to State Hwy 21 South. Follow 21 South to the town of Potosi. Turn right onto State Hwy 8. Follow 8 through town and turn right onto State Hwy AA. Main enterence to YMCA of the Ozarks is about 2 miles on the right.
Elevation Note: Elevation ranges from 800 - 1,100 feet.

Equipment Requirements: Water bottle. Closed heel and toe shoes for riding and climbing. Bring a spirit that is ready for some fun!!
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.


Daily Schedule

Day 1: Registration & Orientation
(Sunday, June 16)

Note: www.ymcaoftheozarks.org/
   
 Afternoon: Program registration table is set up by 2:00 PM; sleeping rooms not available for check-in until after 3:30 PM. Orientation to take place at 4:30 PM.
 Dinner: Buffet style. Vegetarian options.
 Evening: Walking tour of Trout Lodge and Camp Lakewood followed by Get to Know You Activities.
   
Accommodations: YMCA Trout Lodge
Meals Included: Dinner

Day 2: Elephant Rocks State Park
(Monday, June 17)

Note: mostateparks.com/park/elephant-rocks-state-park
   
 Breakfast: Buffet style. Vegetarian options.
 Morning: Learn about "Rocks and Minerals" ; bus trip to Elephant Rocks, a Missouri State Park. Additional information is available at www.mostateparks.com
 Lunch: Picnic lunch.
 Afternoon: Exploration at Elephant Rocks. Mini golf tourney.
 Dinner: Buffet style. Vegetarian options.
 Evening: Trout Lodge evening program by our Program Specialists/movie night. Night hike.
   
Accommodations: YMCA Trout Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Arena Ride/Pines Peak or Canoeing
(Tuesday, June 18)

Note: www.ymcaoftheozarks.org/activities
   
 Breakfast: Buffet style. Vegetarian options.
 Morning: What's In and Around the Water; followed by arena ride.
 Lunch: Buffet style. Vegetarian options.
 Afternoon: Half of the group to Pines Peak and other half to TL Boathouse to canoe with our certified canoe instructor.
 Dinner: Buffet style. Vegetarian options.
 Evening: "Shaping and Polishing Stones" by Have Rocks Will Travel. Karaoke Night.
   
Accommodations: YMCA Trout Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Float Trip
(Wednesday, June 19)

Note: www.bassresort.com/bassresort/canoeing.cfm
   
 Breakfast: Buffet style. Vegetarian options.
 Morning: Board bus for Float Trip.
 Lunch: Lunch provided.
 Afternoon: Float trip continued followed by free time.
 Dinner: Buffet style. Vegetarian options.
 Evening: Campfire with s'mores and camp song performed by our Trout Lodge program specialists.
   
Accommodations: YMCA Trout Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Trail Ride/Pontoon Tour
(Thursday, June 20)
   
 Breakfast: Buffet style. Vegetarian options.
 Morning: Shuttle to ranch for trail ride and cowboy camp.
 Lunch: Buffet style. Vegetarian options.
 Afternoon: Leather working. Fishing tourney at Boat House.
 Dinner: Buffet style. Vegetarian options.
 Evening: Game night - kids versus grandparents (Pictionary, Trivia, Jello checkers). Fireworks show.
   
Accommodations: YMCA Trout Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Hayride/Departure
(Friday, June 21)

Note: Check out is 11:30 am.
   
 Breakfast: Breakfast included.
 Morning: Hayride.
 Lunch: Departure is after lunch, however, check out must be completed by 11:30 AM. Time is allowed in the program schedule for early check out.
   
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Free Time Opportunities
  
  Potosi, MO Fort Davidson Historic Site
Historic Site
  Potosi, MO Chamber of Commerce
121 E High Street, Potosi, MO Phone: 573-438-4517
  Washington State Park Indian Petroglyphs
Petroglyphs
Important information about your itinerary: Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information featured on this website. Itineraries are based on our best information at this time. Circumstances beyond our control may require us to adjust itineraries or other details. We regret any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. Information will be sent to you from your Program Provider approximately three weeks prior to the program start date. 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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