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Road Scholar Retreats: Corning, New York
WATSON HOMESTEAD CONFERENCE & RETREAT CENTER
Other programs at
Watson Homestead Conference
& Retreat Center
• Best of the Finger Lakes:
Art, Wine, History & Waterfalls (1757ATH) region with a naturalist as you learn about
• Hands-On Glassmaking At the Studio of the
Corning Museum of Glass (2388ATH)
• Iroquois Culture: Yesterday and Today
(13364ATH)
• Women at the Fire: An Art Introduction to
Glass, Clay and Steel (22772ATH)
32 Ready for adventure? Call us toll free (877) 426-8056 to get started!
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curate information on our website and in our catalogs, Road Scholar
To register, please call us toll free at (877) 426-8056, Monday is not responsible for typographical errors, inaccuracies or omissions
that may relate to program descriptions, pricing and availability.
through Friday, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. ET. You may also register online Road Scholar reserves the right to correct any errors, inaccuracies
at www.roadscholar.org.
or omissions that may appear in our publications, and to change or
Due to space limitations, this is an abbreviated list of program update information at any time without prior notice. If you discover
terms and conditions. Please visit www.roadscholar.org or call an error on our website or catalog, please let us know.
From Wineries to Winding Trails (877) 426-8056 for complete terms and conditions.
TERMS & CONDITIONS
Nestled in New York’s Finger Lakes region, Watson Road Scholar is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization.
Responsibility: These Terms govern the relationship between you
Homestead encompasses the farm where IBM founder ADDITIONAL PROGRAM INFORMATION and Elderhostel, Inc., d/b/a Road Scholar. By enrolling in a program
Thomas J. Watson Sr. was born in 1874. Just a short drive with us, you agree to be bound by these Terms; please be sure to
read them carefully and make sure you understand them. Road
Disabilities and Special Needs: Road Scholar is committed to provid-
from Watson Homestead, which has been welcoming Scholar’s responsibility is limited. Road Scholar organizes, pro-
ing reasonable accommodations to participants with special needs
Road Scholars since 1982, are wineries, gorges and and disabilities. If you have special needs requiring accommodation, motes, and sells educational programs consisting of certain travel
services, including land, air, and water transportation, excursions,
waterfalls along the shores of Seneca and Cayuga lakes. please communicate them to Road Scholar at the time of enrollment. and cruise/barge/hotel accommodations that Road Scholar purchases
We will discuss your request with you and make every effort to or reserves from various suppliers (collectively, “Suppliers”). Road
Even closer for field trips are the Corning Museum of
accommodate your needs. Scholar neither owns nor operates any of these Suppliers; they are
Glass and the Smithsonian-affiliated Rockwell Museum. independent contractors and are not Road Scholar’s agents. There-
The Road Scholar Assurance Plan: The Road Scholar Assurance Plan fore, Road Scholar is not responsible for any negligent or willful act
The homestead’s property include six miles of trails, part
is purchased on behalf of every participant and paid for by Road or failure to act of any Supplier or any other third party. You agree
of the Finger Lakes trail network. Scholar. The plan provides 24-hour assistance in the event of an that you will look to such Suppliers, and not to Road Scholar or its
emergency during your program and insurance for emergency medi- agents, for any accident, injury, property damage, or personal loss
cal evacuation. This plan includes insurance benefits underwritten you may suffer. Without limitation, Road Scholar is not responsible
by Arch Insurance Company and emergency assistance services for any injury, loss, or damage to person or property, death, delay,
provided by On Call International. To learn more about this plan or inconvenience in connection with the provision of, or failure to
provide, any goods or services occasioned by or resulting from —
please visit: www.roadscholar.org/about/assurance-plan.
but not limited to — acts of God or force majeure, acts of war or civil
unrest, insurrection or revolt, strikes or other labor activities, crim-
i PROGRAM POLICIES inal or terrorist activities of any kind, mechanical or other failure
of airplanes or other means of transportation, or the failure of any
If Road Scholar Cancels a Program: Road Scholar reserves the right transportation mechanism to arrive or depart on time, or for any
Information about all retreats at Watson to cancel programs prior to departure and to take action as needed on other cause beyond the direct control of Road Scholar.
Homestead Conference & Retreat Center an individual or group basis when, in Road Scholar’s sole opinion, the Safety & Risks: Certain risks — from natural disasters to accidents,
health, safety or well-being of participants requires such action. Ad- outbreaks of illness, crime, insect-borne and other infectious dis-
ditionally, due to low enrollment or other unforeseen circumstances,
Lodging: Comfortable, motel-style rooms with seasonal Road Scholar must occasionally cancel or revise the dates of a program. eases, environmental risks to health, terrorism and other unfore-
indoor pool and expansive grounds for walking six miles When that occurs we will notify you as far in advance as possible and seen events — are inherent in travel. While such occurrences are
beyond our control, we make substantial efforts to be prepared for
of trails that are part of the Finger Lakes trail network. will assist you in transferring into another program or refunding your such possibilities. Participants are encouraged to review the safety
full program payment. If you have made transportation arrangements, and travel information provided by the U.S. Department of State’s
Good to Know: No TVs in guest rooms; TVs located such as an airline ticket purchase, Road Scholar will give you a voucher travel site at www.travel.state.gov to learn about current security
issues, travel advisories and warnings, and other helpful destina-
in lounges. Alcohol allowed. Daily housekeeping. Most to help cover the cost of transferring your travel arrangements for use tion-specific information. By enrolling in a program, you agree to
on a replacement program. The maximum value of the voucher will be
meals served buffet-style; bus own table. $300 and documentation of your paid fees is required before issuance assume responsibility for your own health, safety and welfare, and
acknowledge that Road Scholar cannot guarantee your health or
of the voucher.
safety at any time.
Go online for more programs, activity levels and Travel Health: Road Scholar recommends that all participants Admission & Participation Policy: The granting or denial of admis-
consult with their physician regarding their health condition and sion to a program is within the sole discretion of Road Scholar. Road
details: www.roadscholar.org/watsonhomestead any recommendations specific to the destinations they will visit well Scholar may revoke admission or limit or terminate participation
before departure. Your physician will be able to assess your overall at any time if, in its opinion, a participant’s condition, behavior or
health and fitness, provide information and guidance on health risks actions are problematic, inappropriate or disruptive. Road Scholar
you may encounter while traveling, medication you may need to take reserves the right to take action as needed on an individual or group
basis when, in Road Scholar’s sole opinion, the health, safety or
Hiking the Finger Lakes Trails: and other precautions for the prevention of injury and illness during well-being of participants requires such action.
your program. For International and Adventures Afloat programs,
Trees and Gorges in participants should also consult with the Center for Disease Control Photography: Road Scholar reserves the right to use photographs or
and Prevention (CDC) and the U.S. Department of State. videos taken by Road Scholar or other participants for promotional
Wine Country About Program Details and Itineraries: We do all we can to finalize to notify program staff at the commencement of their program.
purposes. Participants who prefer their images not be used are asked
all aspects of our programs — including itineraries — well in ad-
Hike the scenic trails of the Finger Lakes vance, but logistics occasionally must be altered. Our website reflects Seller of Travel Information: Road Scholar’s Washington Seller of
Travel Reg. No. 602244658. CST #2068427-40. Florida Seller of
the most recent information, and we are committed to providing you Travel Reg. No. ST35594.
with final program details no later than three weeks before the start
waterfalls, wildlife and unique geology. of programs within the U.S.
Plus, sample world-renowned wines at local
vineyards! Apart from any fees described below, you will also be responsible for any penalties for non-refundable transportation arrangements made on your behalf.
#4623ATH, North America Schedule B, International and Afloat programs require special Transfer/Cancel Fees.
For details, call or find these fees when you enroll online.
Length: 6 days/5 nights North America Programs, SCHEDULE A (all programs, unless otherwise noted)
Meals: 14 total Payment Schedule: $100 deposit due at time of enrollment. Payment in full is due 59 days prior to departure.
Program No. 12667ATH Cancellation and Transfer Schedule Fee Amount Per Person
Cancellation or transfer 120 or more days prior to program start date Cancel: $50 fee / Transfer: $0 fee
Cancellation or transfer 119 to 56 days prior to program start date Cancel: $100 fee / Transfer: $0 fee
2020 Dates: May 31-Jun 5, Jun 7-12, Sep 20-25, Cancellation or transfer 55 to 14 days prior to program start date Cancel: $200 fee / Transfer: $0 fee
Sep 27-Oct 2, Oct 18-23
Cancellation or transfer fewer than 14 days prior to program start date 50% of total order
* Non-attendance without prior notification 100% of total order
Per-person pricing starts at
$1,099 DBL | +$100 SGL
For more information and to start your next program visit www.roadscholar.org/retreats2020 33