An Adirondack Adventure at
The Stony Creek Ranch Resort
The Stony Creek Ranch Resort is nestled in the valley along the upper reaches of the
Hudson River and tucked in amongst the Adirondack Mountains. Your students will have the opportunity to experience the great outdoors, participate in team building events, learn of local flora and fauna, develop leadership skills and have fun all at the same time. Daytime activities include horseback rides, animal identification nature walks, canoe rides and plenty of time to swim in the pool. The evenings shed a new light with star gazing, outdoor movies and pizza parties. Treat your students to a most memorable, fun
and educational class trip!
DETAILS
PACKAGE AVAILABLE:
June
TOUR LENGTH:
3 Days / 2 Nights
DAY 1 -
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Arrive at Stony Creek Ranch about 10:00 am.
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Upon arrival, meet your guide and embark on a nature walk along the trails that surround the ranch. Your guide will orient you to the sights and sounds of the forest and identify different animal markings along the way.
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By this time you will have worked up an
appetite. Gather in the dining hall where the staff has rustled up a hearty lunch.
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After lunch, saddle up and witness the beauty of nature on horseback! Join an experienced wrangler who will lead you on a trail ride
through the woods and on to the banks of the Hudson River.
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Late afternoon, check into your rooms and settle in.
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During the remainder of the afternoon you may meet some new friends at the petting zoo, visit at the gift shop, swim in the indoor or outdoor heated pools or unwind on the beach. You may also take out a canoe or a rowboat, if accompanied with a chaperone.
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Gather in the dining hall for a family-style ranch dinner.
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After dinner, take your seat for a “Movie Under The Stars”, shown on a large
outdoor screen. Intermission features freshly-baked pizza!
DAY 2 -
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Good mornin’, partner! Gather around the campfire and join the cowboys for breakfast! Learn about the life of a cowboy as you share breakfast on the range.
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After breakfast, saddle up and head out on a
new trail with your guide for another horseback ride.
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Lunch is served in the dining hall after your ride.
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This afternoon, participate in a hands-on class led by members of the Adirondack Folk Art
School. You will create a souvenir to take home.
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Late afternoon, hop on for a traditional hay ride. The team of horses will take you on a trip around the property.
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When you return from the ride, you will have time to enjoy the other activities
available to you. Challenge your schoolmates to a basketball or volleyball game, dive into the pool, paddle a kayak or walk on the beach.
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In the dining hall, dinner will be ready and waiting for hearty appetites.
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Later this evening, gather around the bonfire and enjoy melt-in-your-mouth ‘smores!
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There is nothing more beautiful,
peaceful and magical than a sky full of stars. Join an expert and witness a galaxy of twinkling lights through a high power telescope and other stargazing instruments.
stargazing instruments.
DAY 3 -
After breakfast in the hotel, board the coach and travel to the Sagamore Hill National Historic Site in Oyster Bay. Sagamore Hill was the home of Theodore Roosevelt, 26th President of the United States, from 1885 until his death in 1919. Roosevelt named his home Sagamore, the Algonquin word for chieftain, the head of the tribe. During Roosevelt’s time in office, his “Summer White
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House” was the focus of international attention. During your stop, explore the natural surroundings and historic grounds, the Visitor Center, Bookstore and witness exhibits and videos at The Roosevelt Museum. (Note: Tours of any indoor structures will depend on current park restrictions) A self-guided cell phone, audio tour is provided.
The museum was built in 1937 for General Theodore Roosevelt, Jr. and was his family home until 1960. The exhibits and films portray Theodore’s political career, family life at Sagamore Hill and his children’s lives.
Depart Sagamore Hill and travel a short distance to Huntington Village. This quaint town has an array of restaurants where you may scatter to have lunch on your own. There will also be time to visit the charming shops and witness the local architecture. Described as a “Charles Dickens storybook downtown,” Huntington Village is as popular with the locals as it is with the tourists.
Early afternoon, board the coach and travel north along the Hudson River to the historic Thayer Hotel at West Point. This property is a national treasure visited by past US Presidents, world leaders and celebrities alike. Gather in an elegant private room with floor to ceiling windows offering magnificent views of the Hudson River. An afternoon High Tea featuring a selection of freshly prepared finger sandwiches, warm scones and a variety of pastries will be one of the most memorable moments of your trip.
Depart The Thayer and travel back to your hotel for time to refresh. Your Farewell Dinner, is served at Poughkeepsie’s award-winning waterfront
restaurant, Shadows on the Hudson. Perched on a cliff 40 feet above the Hudson River and 50 feet from its eastern bank, this prime location gives you one-of-a-kind, truly grand views of the Mid-Hudson Bridge to the north and miles of open-river to the south.
Your package includes:​
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2 Nights accommodations
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2 Breakfasts, including breakfast with the cowboys
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3 Lunches
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2 Dinners
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Guided Nature Walk with animal ID tracking
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Two Horseback Riding outings led by an experienced wrangler
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Canoe, Kayak and Row Boat rides
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Movie and Pizza Under the Stars
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Hands-On Adirondack Folk Art Class
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Horse-drawn wagon ride
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Bonfire with S’mores
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Stargazing session
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Admission to Six Flags Great Escape
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Roundtrip motor coach transportation
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Accommodations and meals for the coach driver
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Taxes and Gratuities (Note: Gratuities for the ranch guides and coach driver are not included and are at your discretion based on service.)
PRICING INFORMATION
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