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l FRIDAY, JULY 3
LIBERTY ON THE BAY 250
Presque Isle welcomes back
the U.S. Brig Niagara as
America celebrates its 250th anniversary during a memorable Independence Day weekend getaway on Lake Erie. On a date to be determined (tentatively July 3rd or July 5th), travel in comfort aboard our deluxe motorcoach, beginning the day with an upscale luncheon at a carefully selected restaurant. After lunch, we continue to the Erie Maritime Museum, where we will take part in this historic homecoming as the iconic tall ship returns to port amid festive waterfront activities. This rare and patriotic event brings maritime history vividly to life. Enjoy a tour of the U.S. Brig Niagara, learning about her vital role in American history and the brave sailors who served aboard her. If the tour operates on July 3rd, we will conclude the day with spectacular Fourth of July fireworks over Lake Erie; if the tour operates on July 5th, enjoy a relaxing evening on the beach at Presque Isle, offering a peaceful and scenic close to this historic celebration.
Includes: Transportation, lunch, and
l SATURDAY, JULY 18
OHIO’S HIDDEN CASTLES
Our day starts when we arrive at Landoll’s Mohican Castle in Loudonville, Ohio. This castle has been featured on the TV show Ghost Hunters. Learn the property’s unique history, tour the 18th century graveyard, and get a stunning 360 view of the property from the Red Oak Tower! You will see the unique architecture and learn the folklore. A lunch buffet will conclude our tour at their restaurant, The Copper Mug Bar & Grille. Journey on to Glamorgan Castle in Alliance for a guided tour. You will learn of the castle’s 4 floors and where it all began with Col. William Henry Morgan in 1904. Both castles have steps to climb, no elevators, be sure to bring your walking shoes!
Includes: Transportation, lunch and admission to attractions
l SATURDAY, JULY 25
BABUSHKAS, HARD HATS AND A DOODLE BOWL
Pittsburgh area bound. Today, with guidance from Rivers of Steel’s metal art team, you’ll design and carve a functional, unique, one- of-a-kind bowl cast in solid aluminum! You’ll take home your new, functional work of art at the end of the night to remember your experience! A portion of your experience today will be at the Carrie Blast Furnaces National Historic Landmark. Upon arrival at the Historic Pump House, while learning the history of the site, you will enjoy a delicious ethnic-inspired lunch including pierogis, hand-made dumplings, haluski, stuffed cabbage rolls, and a Pittsburgh cookie table! Mostly an outdoor tour- please wear comfortable shoes (no open toes or high heels) as this tour involves a lot of walking and over some uneven terrain. This is an all- day event. A day to remember what made Pittsburgh area great.
Includes: Transportation, lunch
l SATURDAY, AUGUST 1
CLEVELAND TOUR
We will meet our tour guide and head to The National Packard Museum in Warren, Ohio’s historic district. The museum houses a rotating display of original and restored Packard automobiles as well as original
admission to attractions
$145.00
$155.00
l WEDNESDAY, JULY 8
WINE, DINE AND SINGO TIME!
We will travel to Liberty Vineyards in Sheridan, New York, where you will enjoy a buffet-style meal along with five wine tastings and a brief educational talk about wines and winemaking. While there, you can also join in a fun game of SINGO (bingo with your favorite songs). Our next stop will be 21 Brix Winery, where you will receive six additional wine tastings; snacks and pizza are also available for purchase if you wish. Includes: Transportation, lunch and wine tastings $135.00
$327.00
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