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July 1,
2008 - Tuesday
Appx Return: 8:00 PM |
Price:
$77 per person |
Blooms,
Alpacas, and a Blueberry Surprise |
| Mansfield,
Ohio |
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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. |
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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 |
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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. |
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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 |
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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. |
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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 |
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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
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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 |
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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. |
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Departure
Times |
| Office
Rockside Road & I-77
Richfield |
6:30
AM
6:45 AM
7:15 AM |
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