July 1, 2008 - Tuesday
Appx Return: 8:00 PM

Price: $77 per person

Blooms, Alpacas, and a Blueberry Surprise

Mansfield, Ohio

Begin the day at Eyestone Flower Farm in Bloomville, Ohio. Meander through rows of gladiolus, breathe in the aromatic scent of oriental lilies, and watch dainty heads of strawberry fields dance in the breeze. You'll see the working process of flowers grown from bulbs and seeds to their delivery at farm markets and florists.

Afterwards, visit the Malabar Farm Restaurant for lunch, serving up more than history, featuring all natural and fresh farm products from their own farm market. After lunch, learn about the gentle, curious, and easy way to care for alpacas at Hidden Hilltop Alpaca Ranch. Relax and enjoy petting the alpacas and visit the farm store to see products made from Alpaca fleece.

Next, what better way to create a great shopping stop than the Blueberry Patch and Greenhouse. Visit the gift shop, greenhouse, nursery, and don't forget to stop into the new Blossom Café and Tea Room for a delightful snack or drink. Pick your own blueberries in the 12-acre blueberry patch or enjoy the convenience of fresh pre-picked berries.

Take a step back in time before departing for home at the Olivesburg General Store. Established in 1840, the store has antiques, pottery, hardware, deli and Amish cheese, trail bologna, and hand-dipped ice cream from an original marble ice-cream counter.

Departure Times

Office
Rockside Road & I-77
Richfield

7:30 AM
7:45 AM
8:15 AM

July 9, 2008 - Wednesday
Appx Return: 8:15 PM

Price: $86 per person

Chautauqua Wine Trail

Chautauqua, New York

Travel to Chautauqua to learn the history of grape growing in Chautauqua County, New York's largest grape growing region. Begin your grape experience at Willow Creek Winery and taste a variety of wines at the region's newest winery. Learn how to properly taste wine and receive a chart showing which areas of the tongue produce each variety of tastes.

Enjoy a scenic ride along the Seaway Trail, followed by the mansions on the Avenue. Hear all about the War of 1812, the Underground Railroad, the W.C.T.U., and the U.S. Grange #1.

Lunch will be served at the historic White Inn, a charter member of the Duncan Hines family of fine restaurants.

Following your meal, tour the Inn which features a wide variety of décor in each guest room. Tour the wine cellars at Woodbury Vineyards where you'll see the pressing pad, tank room, and bottling line. Following the tour, taste their wines. Stroll through the vineyard, see how the grapes are grown, and learn about the trimming process.

Next, visit Merritt Estate Winery. See the tank room, oak barrels, and high-tech bottling line.

Sample their wines and get a lesson on wine glasses. Learn how to properly hold the glass, check for color, clarity, "legs," and more. Each person will receive a score sheet and learn how to grade each wine.

Departure Times

Office
Rockside Road & I-77
Richfield

6:15 AM
6:00 AM
5:15 AM

July 18, 2008 - Friday
Appx Return: 8:30 PM

Price: $102 per person

Pittsburgh/Gateway Clipper

Pittsburgh, PA

Board the motorcoach and travel to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to enjoy a beautiful sightseeing tour of the city. Spend a relaxing day cruising on the Three Rivers of Pittsburgh on The Gateway Clipper, enjoying a delicious luncheon while on board. luncheon while on board.

After your cruise, spend some time at Station Square browsing or shopping, the time is yours to enjoy.

Dinner will be on your own at Station Square before departing for home.

Departure Times

Office
Rockside Road & I-77
Richfield

6:30 AM
6:45 AM
7:30 AM

July 27, 2008 - Sunday
Appx Return: 12:30 AM

Price: $155 per person

Allstate 400 at the Brickyard

Indianapolis, Indiana

The NASCAR circuit comes to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway with the new Sprint Cup Series, Brickyard 400. Travel early on the day of the race with rest stops made in route to Indianapolis.

If the race is postponed for any reason, Lakefront Lines will return to Ohio on July 28th. The trip cost is non-refundable, however, the ticket remains valid for a rescheduled date. If schedules permit, Lakefront Lines will return to Indianapolis for the rescheduled date at the cost of round trip transportation.

NOTE: Tickets are non-refundable after they are purchased. No bottles or cans allowed. Coolers measuring 14 inches or less are permitted.

Track History: Built in 1909 as an automobile proving ground, the speedway was built as a 2.5-mile rectangle by its four founders because that was the largest track that could be constructed on the land available.

The first event was a hot-air balloon race, followed by three days of racing in August 1909. However, the crushed stone and tar track was so dangerous that work began immediately on repaving the entire surface with more than three million bricks.

The track hosted three separate race weekends in 1910, but poor attendance forced management to re-think its plans for 1911, choosing to run one large event instead.

The first 500-Mile International Sweepstakes was held on May 30, 1911, and with the exception of two world wars, remains a Memorial Day fixture.

Ray Harroun took nearly seven hours to complete the 500-mile distance in 1911, while Arie Luyendyk won the 1990 edition in a record two hours and 41 minutes.

The track and grounds deteriorated badly during World War II -- and plans were made to replace it with residential housing. But Terre Haute businessman Tony Hulman stepped in and purchased the speedway and began a series of improvements to the facility that continue to this day.

Several NASCAR teams were invited to a one-day test session at the speedway by track president Tony George in 1993, and the inaugural Brickyard 400 was held one year later.

Nextel Cup Qualifying Record :: Tony Stewart 182.960 MPH - 2002

Departure Times

Office
Rockside Road & I-77
Richfield

4:00 AM
4:15 AM
5:00 AM

July 29, 2008 - Tuesday
Appx Return: 8:00 PM

Price: $116 per person

Historic Float Trip

Connellsville, Pennsylvania

Float from Connellsville to the historic district of Dawson down the Youghiogheny River and back through time. This float trip is a unique soft adventure that won't just take you down the river, but will take you back in time. Don't worry, you won't get wet! This historic tour offers an exceptional way to experience history.

A guide dressed in 1750's garb will navigate and narrate while you sit back and relax. This historical narrative will follow the French and Indian War, the Whiskey Rebellion, the Coal and Coke industries in Western Pennsylvania, and how they shaped our nation. You will see remnants of these days long past and draw your own conclusions to why this is the most important valley in the early development of our country.

Your journey will end in Dawson, where you can enjoy a delicious lunch at The James Cochran/Vanderbilt United Methodist Church.

Also, stroll the streets and tour the Washington Coal and Coke headquarters, which have been transformed into a small museum and gift shop. Before departing for home, stop at Lenox Glass Outlet for an opportunity to shop for that special gift.

This Historic Float Trip is ideal for all ages.

Departure Times

Office
Rockside Road & I-77
Richfield

6:30 AM
6:45 AM
7:15 AM