The Islands of Virginia's Eastern Shore: Chincoteague, Assateague and Wallops
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- You know what moves me? Exercising my mind
- Let’s keep walking to a minimum and avoid stairs when we can
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Field station check-in from 3:00 p.m.
Program Registration: 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. Come to the Road Scholar table in the lobby to register with the program staff and get your welcome packet containing your room assignment, up-to-date schedule that reflects any last-mi...
Getting on/off buses. Short walks to and from visitor centers in the refuge.
Our Field Station Educator will present an engaging lecture in the Visitor Center Auditorium. We’ll learn all about the history and unique features of the Chincoteague National Wildlife...
Getting on/off buses. Walking less than 1/3 mile over wet, muddy, and/or sandy terrain. Walking and standing approximately 90 minutes at the beach.
We’ll watch a painting come to life as a local professional artist talks about and demonstrates the techniques use...
Getting on/off buses. Short walk to and from the museum.
The Delmarva Discovery Center is a wonderful place to learn about the history of the Eastern Shore. Wander through a cypress swamp, watch river otters play, discuss Native American history, and step aboard...
Getting on/off buses. Walking between buildings at Wallops Island; standing for up to 30 minutes; chairs can be made available.
We’ll learn even more about the wild Chincoteague ponies during a fascinating lecture from a local of the Eastern Shore of Virginia.
Field station check-out 9:30 a.m.
If you are returning home, safe travels. If you are staying on independently, have a wonderful time. If you are transferring to another Road Scholar program, detailed instructions are included in your Information Packet for that...
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