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MARTHA’S VINEYARD SUMMER WEEKEND
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| Fri-Sun, June 20-22, 2008 |
Featuring the OAK BLUFFS FESTIVAL |
MARTHA’S VINEYARD SUMMER WEEKEND
Featuring the OAK BLUFFS FESTIVAL
Pequot Hotel, 19 Pequot Ave., Oak Bluffs
One block from the beach, and an easy walk to downtown, O.B. Harbor and the festival!
This “hotel” is more like a quaint country inn with rocking chairs on the porch, and situated on a quiet side street. Each room is unique. Rooms all have private baths, A/C, hair dryers, wireless internet. Continental breakfasts are served in the Main House dining area, and afternoon “tea” with cookies is served in the living room/lobby area.
COST: $285 or $255 per person, double occ., depending on room type (more for single occ. – please inquire) $285 rooms are in the Main House and have TV and mini refrigerator. $255 rooms are in the Annex – just across a small courtyard from the Main House. Rooms have either two twins or a double bed. Some rooms with a double can also accommodate a “cot” bed.
DEPOSIT: Minimum $175 DUE to hold your reservation. Balance due by MAY 23.
***Read our Cancellation Policy for this trip***
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| Cost: | $285 (Members)
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| THE BEST OF UTAH!
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| Sun - Sun Sept 28-Oct 5 , 2008 (8 days) |
BRYCE AND ZION NATIONAL PARKS |
Hike Bryce, Zion National Parks. Four days in a motel right in the heart of Zion and three days in Bryce Canyon Lodge, right on the rim. Comfortable lodge and motel (price is based on dbl occ. With bath). We will do our best to match roommates. Explore canyons, buttes, hoodoos and so much more. If you loved Sedona, you will love Utah!!!Register early as this trip will fill quickly. |
| Cost: | $1595 (Members)
/ $1595 (Non-Members) PAYMENT SCHEDULE $1595 based on double occupancy
Registration $500 deposit ($350 nonrefundable)
April 30, 2008 - payment of $500
July 30, 2008 - $595
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| WINETASTING BASH (MA)
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| Saturday March 28, 2009 |
WINETASTING BASH IN NEEDHAM, MA |
Tired of the long winter and short days? Spend the evening tasting wine and eating hors d’oeuvres while meeting new people and some of Outside New England's guides. This event is an annual favorite and a great way to connect with old and new friends. We will also be showing slides of some of our past outdoor adventures. Hosted by Lynn Matt. Reserve your spot by sending a check or signing up online and we will send you directions to Lynn’s house in Needham,Massachusetts. Party starts at 7:30 p.m. and goes until midnight!
Directions:
From N - take 128S -> exit 19B -> pass Muzi Ford -> Take a Left at second traffic light which is Webster Street. At third light, take a left on Harris Avenue. Address is 219 Harris Avenue
From S - take 128N -> exit 17 -> take a Right at the end of the ramp. At the second traffic light, take a Right on Webster Street and at the next traffic light, take a Right on Harris Avenue. Address is 219 Harris Avenue. |
| Cost: | $25 (Members)
/ $25 (Non-Members) Full payment required to reserve your spot. |
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PROVIDENCE WALKING TOUR (RI)
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| Sunday July 19, 2009 |
ENJOY A WALK THROUGH PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND |
Providence is the state capital of Rhode Island, and one of New England's largest cities. Located on Narragansett Bay, Providence is an extremely old city... founded in 1636 by Roger Williams. Our walk will begin at the University Heights Shopping Center. From there we will walk to Benefit Street. Known as the "mile of history" this is a cobbled stone street lined with early Federal houses dating from the 19th century. The street serves as a reminder of Rhode Island's wealthy past that was a result of trades of slaves, rum and molasses during Colonial times. We will continue past the canal where the Providence Waterfire events are held. Strolling by the gondolas, we continue on to Brown University, and the Rhode Island School of Design,(RISD), where we plan to arrive on Wickenden Street for lunch. This eclectic street, is alive with creative energy, both inside and out. There are many wonderful restaurants, coffee shops and galleries to explore. There we will break up for shopping and lunch. We will have a meeting time when to meet back so we can resume our walk and then on to Thayer Street. We will end about 3ish.
MEETING TIME: 10:00 AM
MEETING PLACE: Parking lot near McDonald's on North Main Street in the University Heights Shopping Center.
DIRECTIONS:
From the South: Route 95 North to Exit 24, Branch Avenue. Bear right, stay in the right hand lane onto North Main Street. Get into the left hand lane. Go to the second set of lights and take a left. You will see the McDonalds at University Heights Shopping Center. Park along the rail near McDonald's.
From the North: Take Route 95 South to Exit 24, Branch Avenue. Take a left at teh end of the exit. You will be going over Route 95. There will be a Kentucky Fried Chicken ahead of you and a Fire Station on the right. Bear right, stay in the right hand lane and take a right at the lights onto North Main Street. Get into the left hand lane. Go to the second set of lights and take a left. You will see the McDonalds at University Heights Shopping Center. Park along the rail near McDonald's.
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| Cost: | $10 (Members)
/ $10 (Non-Members) Full payment required to reserve your spot. (Lunch is NOT included.) |
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ACADIA, BAR HARBOR, MULTI-SPORT (ME)
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| Thu - Mon Aug 13-17, 2009 |
* Reserve your spot. * This trip will fill up fast. * Fantastic hiking, biking, canoeing and sea kayaking. * |
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Acadia - the only National Park located in New England. Acadia National Park, on Maine's rugged coastline, combines some truly spectacular hiking with atmospheric towns and villages. Guided hikes from beaches to cliffs, lowlands to mountains. There are 120 miles of trails ranging from easy to difficult (and incredible scenery). We will drive the 20 miles Park Loop Road. Visit Cadillac Mountain, Jordan Pond, Sand Beach, Thunder Hole, Balance Rock and more. Fresh Maine Lobster and Blueberry Pie. Tea and Popovers at Jordan Pond House. Comfortable lodging in Bar Harbor, swimming pool, 2 per room. 4nights/5 days. 4 breakfasts, 1 dinner (Lobster Clambake included) |
| Cost: | $695 (Members)
/ $695 (Non-Members) Registration - $ 300.00
July 1, 2009 - $395.00
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LABOR DAY WEEKEND JOIN MEG AND JANE ON MARTHA'S VINEYARD
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| Fri - Mon SEPT 4- 7TH, 2009 |
Join us now!!! This trip is filling fast. |
Pequot Hotel, 19 Pequot Ave., Oak Bluffs
Our lovely hotel, more like a country inn, is situated on a quiet side street with rocking chairs on the porch, only one block from the beach and an easy walk to downtown, O.B. Harbor. Each room is unique. Rooms all have private baths, A/C, hair dryers, wireless internet. Continental breakfasts are served in the Main House dining area, and afternoon “tea” with cookies is served in the living room/lobby area.
COST: $429 or $349 per person, double occ., depending on room type (more for single occ. – please inquire) $429 rooms are in the Main House and have TV and mini refrigerator. $349 rooms are in the Annex – just across a small courtyard from the Main House, no tv or fridge. Rooms have either two twins or a double bed. Some rooms with a double can also accommodate a “cot” bed.
Arrive any time on Friday, depart Monday. Ferry reservations not taken for walk-on passengers. A car is not necessary on the island (and expensive to bring in high season), but if you want to bring it, make your reservation now! Labor Day w/e will be busy! Walk-on cost $15 round trip. $6 for bikes round trip.
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| Cost: | $429 (Members)
/ $429 (Non-Members) DEPOSIT $175 due to hold your reservation. Balance due by AUGUST 7.
***Read our Cancellation Policy for this trip below*** |
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WALKABOUT IN ANTIQUE DISTRICT OF WARREN, RI
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| Sunday October 25, 2009 |
WALKABOUT AND DISCOVER THE ANTIQUE DISTRICT OF WARREN, RI |
Artists Open Studios, Tastes of Warren, Free Trolley
Get some exercise and join us for the Warren Walkabout. Warren is a very charming quaint town in Rhode Island and is famous for over 20 antique shops and many art studios. It has been written up in Yankee Magazine. Ride the Free Trolley to various locations of interest throughout the town. Glimpse Into businesses and studios of Warren's thriving arts scene Sample a Taste of Warren with scrumptious foods provided by area restaurants Breathe. Smile. Relax. You'll find everything you need for your body, mind & spirit
Time: 11am - 5pm
FROM PROVIDENCE or BOSTON METRO-WEST: Take I-195E from I-95S. Take Exit 7 for Rt. 114S (Barrington). Stay on 114S for approximately 11 miles through Barrington into Warren.
FROM BOSTON: Follow I-93S to Rt. 24S. Follow 24S toward Newport, merging briefly with I-195W in Fall River, then continuing on 24S. After the Sakonnet River Bridge, take Exit 2 (Bristol/Portsmouth). Turn right at the end of the off-ramp and proceed approximately one mile to Rt. 114N. Turn right onto the Mount Hope Bridge. Continue past Roger Williams University, then bear left at the split with Rt. 136N. Bear left again at Wood Street and 114N becomes Hope Street. Continue through Bristol on 114N for approx 5 miles into Warren. |
| Cost: | $10 (Members)
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POST THANKSGIVING - CLIFF WALK AND THE NEWPORT MANSIONS
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| Sat. - Nov. 28, 2009 |
Cliff Walk, Lunch in Newport and visit the Mansions Sat. Nov 28, 2009 |
POST THANKSGIVING - WALK OFF THE TURKEY AND SEE THE NEWPORT MANSIONS DECORATED FOR THE HOLIDAYS - GET IN THE SPIRIT!!!!
Hike the Cliff Walk, have lunch in Newport and then visit the Mansions (decorated for the holidays). The Cliff Walk has been selected as one of the "50 Places of a Lifetime to visit in America" by National Geographic Traveler magazine. The 3 ½ mile coastal path stretches from Easton's Beach to Bailey's Beach, passing behind many Newport mansions. The Atlantic ocean on one side and the architectural history of Newport - The Breakers, Rosecliff, Marble House, etc. on the other. And then another 2 miles along Bellevue Ave and the front of the Mansions to downtown Newport and our restaurant.
We will organize a carspot and transport everyone after lunch back to their cars. From that point, we will proceed to the Breakers Parking lot, free parking, where our tour will begin. You will all then have your cars nearby. We will have time to visit two mansions - it takes at least 1 hour for each.
MEETING TIME: STARTING AT 9AM PROMPTLY - MEETING TIME 8:45 AM.
DIRECTIONS:
From 128 South and 495 South:
Take 128 South to Rt24 heading towards Fall River and 195 (there are signs
for Newport) exit West on I95 for one exit and 24 South is picked up again. Follow Rt 24/Rt 138 in Middletown then a left onto Rt 214/Valley Rd. This will take you 3.3 miles to Memorial Blvd. (Rt 138A), Easton Beach (Parking no fee and parking no fee on the street) and the Entrance to the Cliff Walk. Meet in the parking lot of Easton Beach so you can stay warm.
****Takes about 90 minutes from Boston - allow for traffic****
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| Cost: | $55 (Members)
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HIKING IN SEDONA, AZ AND THE GRAND CANYON (AZ)
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| Sat - Sat April 17-24, 2010 (8 Days) |
SEDONA, AZ AND THE GRAND CANYON |
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Arizona is the perfect getaway destination. Magnificent, breathtaking vistas of Sedonas amazing red rock country - geologic wonders, high mesas, pristine canyons, and sacred Indian sites. Six day hikes at easy to moderate pace allowing us to enjoy the magic of Sedona. Daytrip and hiking in the Grand Canyon! Bright Angel Trail, leading into the Grand Canyon, offers incredible views. Experience mountains, mesas, buttes, and canyons. Grab your camera and get ready for an adventure! Seven nights at comfortable chalets (ALL NEWLY RENOVATED), with hikes out the door. All breakfasts and 6 dinners included. Jacuzzi with a view, swimming pool, bonfires at night, tours, sightseeing, shopping are possible additions. (Live Music, Coffee House,Spa Services, Biking Trail Guides, Jeep Tours, Bike Rentals) |
| Cost: | $1545 (Members)
/ $1545 (Non-Members) PAYMENT SCHEDULE $1545
Registration $500 deposit ($350 non-refundable) ASAP
Dec 1st, 2009 $500
Feb 15th, 2010 - Remainder due ($545)
Note: When signing up on-line any discounts if applicable will be deducted when we process your credit card.
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