Fall into Fun with Recreation and Parks - Lern

Trips & Tours
• All children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
• For canoeing and kayaking trips, please look at the
"Sports, Fitness and Outdoor Adventures" side of this
Guide. Or look in our index on page 54.
Family
August
A Day in DC
6 yrs + / Aug 17 / $45
We are so lucky to have such an exciting city on our doorstep. There is so much to see
and do. Step on the bus in Howard County and step off in Washington, DC - the seat
of power and history. We will make several stops so you can pick your favorite sight to
visit: The White House, US Capitol, Smithsonian Museum and so much more. You will
have five hours in the city and we will make every effort to accommodate your sightseeing
requests. Let us know what you would like to visit and bring the whole family.
Walking involved, the day and lunch are on your own. Registration: 410-313-7275.
Information: Ginny Russ, 410-313-7279.
RP4513.401 Bain Ctr & Normandy Shopping Ctr 8:30 AM-4:30 PM W
NEW! New York City
6 yrs + / Aug 27 / $88
Grab the family and spend one of the last days before school begins in one of the
most exciting cities in the world. You are on your own to shop, sight-see, catch a
Broadway show or just enjoy the wonders of the Big Apple. We will drop-off and
pick-up in the heart of the city. Plan your activities as you like. Lots of walking!
Registration: 410-313-7275. Information: Ginny Russ, 410-313-7279.
RP4520.401 Bain Ctr & Normandy Shopping Ctr 6 AM-midnight Sa
September
US Tennis Open 2011
8 yrs + / Sep 2 / $173
Don’t miss this opportunity to see top-notch tennis stars compete in the US Open at
the Billie Jean King Tennis Center in New York. Enjoy the fast-paced, exciting matches
of the Grand Slam tennis season’s final events. Watch a favorite athlete battle on
the courts for the title of US Open Champion. Stadium seating is in the sun. Bring
sun screen and a hat. There will be a lot of walking from the bus drop-off area to the
stadium. Reserved tickets for Arthur Ashe Stadium included. One departure point.
Registration: 410-313-7275. Information: Ginny Russ, 410-313-7279.
RP4515.501 Long Gate Park & Ride 6 AM-midnight F
Remembering Flight 93
12 yrs + / Sep 11 / $69
The final stop in our remembrance series will be the Flight 93 National Memorial near
Shanksville, PA. The memorial is being established to honor the brave passengers
and crew of Flight 93. There may be a lot of walking over rough terrain and crowded
conditions. Lunch is on your own. Registration: 410-313-7275. Information: Ginny
Russ, 410-313-7279.
RP4516.501 Bain Ctr & Normandy Shopping Ctr 7 AM-6 PM Su
October
NEW! Fall Foliage on the Western Maryland
Scenic Railroad
6 yrs + / Oct 15 / $124
This trip is sure to be a hit and may sell out fast. Don't miss the train, get on board
now! We will motor coach to Cumberland, MD and spend some time at the C&O Canal
Museum. Then it is "All Aboard" the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad for a 17-mile
one-way excursion through the mountains to Frostburg, MD. Watch the locomotive
engine on the turntable and then visit the Thrasher Carriage Museum, home to over
50 antique carriages and sleighs. Your late lunch will be at Hotel Gunther (circa 1899)
with stuffed chicken breast and all the trimmings. You will have time to explore the
hotel museum after your meal. Re-board the motor coach and head back down the
mountain with a stop at Candyland. You can stock up on your favorite old-fashioned
candy and fresh fruit before heading home. Registration: 410-313-7275.
Information: Ginny Russ, 410-313-7279.
RP4510.501 Bain Ctr & Normandy Shopping Ctr 7:30 AM-6:30 PM Sa
December
NEW! Holidays in New York City
6 yrs + / Dec 10 / $88
There is nothing quite like the excitement of the Big Apple during the holidays. You
may want to visit the tree in Rockefeller Center, see a Broadway show, shop or enjoy a
great meal. The possibilities are endless. Drop-off and pick-up in the heart of the city
and you are on your own. Lots of walking! Registration: 410-313-7275. Information:
Ginny Russ, 410-313-7279.
RP4523.501 Bain Ctr & Normandy Shopping Ctr 6 AM-midnight Sa
NEW! Holiday Cirque de la Symphonie
6 yrs + / Dec 11 / $84
Do not miss this exciting holiday concert performed by the Baltimore Symphony
Orchestra (BSO). Take your holiday experience to new heights as Cirque de la
Symphonie performs on and above the stage. Bring the entire family to hear favorite
holiday tunes while viewing an awe-inspiring performance as circus meets symphony.
Stunning aerial feats, strongmen, contortionists and juggling acts will take
your breath away. Join us for grand tier seating at Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall
and let the BSO get you in a holiday mood. Registration: 410-313-7275. Information:
Ginny Russ, 410-313-7279.
RP4524.501 Bain Ctr & Normandy Shopping Ctr Noon-6 PM Su
NEW! Radio City Music Hall
6 yrs + / Dec 17 / $219
This wonderful holiday tradition is fun for the whole family. See the exciting Radio
City Music Hall Christmas Spectacular with the Rockettes, Dancing Santas, March of
the Wooden Soldiers and more. Enjoy orchestra seating for the matinee show, with
time on your own before and after the show. We have a limited number of tickets
for this event, order early! Registration: 410-313-7275. Information: Ginny Russ,
410-313-7279.
RP4527.501 Bain Ctr & Normandy Shopping Ctr 6:30 AM-10:30 PM Sa
18 Fall 2011 To register, visit howardcountymd.gov/RAP or call 410-313-PARK (410-313-7275)