Tinsmithing

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Whether you’re a beginner or intermediate tinsmith, join us in the beautiful Appalachian foothills to learn about tools, soldering and patterns as you create your own tinware objects.
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Learn hands-on techniques from a professional artist, and spend hours in the studio perfecting your craft
    • Enjoy evening entertainment as a group, including a covered bridges field trip, or take advantage of free studio time
    • Be inspired by the picturesque and tranquil backdrop of the Appalachian foothills and four peaceful lakes, and explore the area’s historic covered bridges, a two-story log cabin and a one-room schoolhouse

What's this trip about?

    Whether you’re a beginner or intermediate tinsmith, join us in the beautiful Appalachian foothills to learn about tools, soldering and patterns as you create your own tinware objects.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityRipley
End CityRipley

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Education / Learning

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture

Trip includes

    • 5 nights of accommodations
    • 10 hands-on experiences
    • 2 performances
    • An experienced Group Leader
    • Customary gratuities throughout the program
    • Road Scholar Assurance Plan
    • Taxes

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1

Meals: Dinner

Accommodation: Cedar Lakes Conference Center

Dinner: Served 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM.

Evening: Orientation is at 5:00 PM.

Day 2

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Cedar Lakes Conference Center

Breakfast: Served in Lakeview dining hall from 7:30 AM - 8:15 AM.

Morning: Class starts at 8:45 AM.

Lunch: Served at Lakeview dining hall from 12:00 PM - 1:00 P...

Day 3

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Cedar Lakes Conference Center

Exercise/Class/Open Studio

Breakfast: Served in Lakeview dining hall from 7:30 AM - 8:15 AM.

Morning: Class begins at 8:45 AM.

Lunch: Served in Lakeview ...

Day 4

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Cedar Lakes Conference Center

Exercise/Class/Entertainment

Breakfast: Served in Lakeview dining hall from 7:15 AM - 8:30 AM.

Morning: Class begins at 8:45 AM.

Lunch: Served in Lakevie...

Day 5

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Cedar Lakes Conference Center

Exercise/Class/Farm to Table Dinner/Class Walk Through

Breakfast: Served in Lakeview dining hall from 7:15 AM - 8:30 AM.

Morning: Class begins at 8:45 AM.

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Day 6

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

Class/hotel check out 11am

Breakfast: Served in Lakeview dining hall from 7:15 AM - 8:30 AM.

Morning: Begins at 8:45 AM and end at 11:30AM.

Lunch: Served in Lakeview dining hall from 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM. The program ends after lunch.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $799
Price per day$133
Single supplement (single occupancy)$100
Last Updated: 11/15/2018

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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Logistics

Accommodation

Cedar Lakes Conference Center

5 nights  Ripley

Most Road Scholar groups at the Cedar Lakes Conference Center stay in the Holt Lodge, a graceful timber-and-fieldstone structure that echoes traditional building styles. The lodge’s motel-style rooms include two double beds, a sitting area, separate desk, and bathroom with bath and shower. Comfortable chairs around the fireplace lobby provide a cozy spot for evening gatherings. Recreational activities vary with the season, but may include swimming, hiking, horseshoes, and miniature golf. Pathways on the bucolic 450-acre campus invite strolling and taking in views of the surrounding hills. Good to know: Rooms have Wi-Fi, telephone & cable TV. Housekeeping once a week.

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Meals Included

5 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches and 5 Dinners

The following choices may be available when requested in advance: Low Fat, Vegetarian, Gluten Free, Low Salt

Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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Trip ID
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