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• Saturday Sailing on the Potomac - April 27

  • When
    Saturday, April 27, 2024
  •  
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Belle Haven Marina, Alexandria, VA
  • Registered
    5 registrants

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  SATURDAY SAILING ON THE POTOMAC

  Leader:  Eliot Greenwald, Phone:  202-841-5666

  Cost: $30 SCWDC Members; $35 Guests; check-in at 15 minutes before the sail

  Every other Saturday, 10 AM - 12 PM (times adjust with the season), weather permitting.  Casual sailing, no experience needed.  We sail with experienced skippers on 19' Flying Scot sailboats, very stable and easy to sail.  After sailing, hungry sailors gather at a nearby restaurant to swap stories and share good times (costs not included).

  Belle Haven Marina requires that everyone sign its waiver once a season.  You can do that here https://app.cleverwaiver.com/render/templateByRefId/6075cb3b4cc416a51d3747f2. If you forget, you'll need to go into the marina office and sign it before we sail.  Please sign the waiver before you sail.
  

  Dress is casual and should be appropriate for the weather.  You may get splashed, so bring a change of clothes, along with a hat, sunglasses, sunblock lotion, and water. If the weather is questionable, call the marina (703-768-0018) about an hour before the sail.  The wind can be very different on the river than in the city, so never assume there is not enough wind to sail.  Sometimes we can't make a decision until we get to the marina.  If we can't sail, we will head over to nearby restaurant a bit early. 

  Reservations are strongly encouraged and the ONLY way to ensure your space. We reserve boats and confirm skippers based on the number of people who have signed up 3 days in advance.  If you can sail at the last minute, contact the trip leader or come to the marina; we’ll try to accommodate you if we have space.  If you’ve made reservations and can’t make it, please contact the trip leader as soon as possible.  Check-in time is at 15 minutes prior to sailing time.  Meet near the marina's office. 

  Belle Haven Marina is located on the George Washington Parkway about one mile South of Old Town Alexandria and the Woodrow Wilson Bridge.  It is NOT the marina by Reagan National Airport. 

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• Tuesday Sailing on the Potomac - April 30 - CANCELLED

  • When
    Tuesday, April 30, 2024
  •  
    4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Location
    Belle Haven Marina, Alexandria, VA
  • Registered
    4 registrants

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  TUESDAY SAILING ON THE POTOMAC

  CANCELLED

  Leader:  Janice Windau, Phone:  703-489-3659

  Cost: $30 SCWDC Members; $35 Guests; check-in time is 15 minutes before the sail

  Every Tuesday evening, 4 - 6 PM (times adjust with the season), weather permitting.  Casual sailing, no experience needed.  We sail with experienced skippers on 19' Flying Scot sailboats, very stable and easy to sail.  After sailing, hungry sailors gather at a nearby restaurant to swap stories and share good times (costs not included).

  Belle Haven Marina requires that everyone sign its waiver once a season.  You can do that here https://app.cleverwaiver.com/render/templateByRefId/6075cb3b4cc416a51d3747f2. If you forget, you'll need to go into the marina office and sign it before we sail. Please sign the waiver before you sail.
  

  Dress is casual and should be appropriate for the weather.  You may get splashed, so bring a change of clothes, along with a hat, sunglasses, sunblock lotion, and water. If the weather is questionable, call the marina (703-768-0018) around 5 PM.  The wind can be very different on the river than in the city, so never assume there is not enough wind to sail.  Sometimes we can't make a decision until we get to the marina.  If we can't sail, we will head over to nearby restaurant a bit early. 
  

  Reservations are strongly encouraged and the ONLY way to ensure your space. We reserve boats and confirm skippers based on the number of people who have signed up 3 days in advance.  If you can sail at the last minute, contact the trip leader or come to the marina; we’ll try to accommodate you if we have space.  If you’ve made reservations and can’t make it, please contact the trip leader as soon as possible.  Check-in time is 15 minutes prior to sailing time. Meet near the marina's office.  
  

  Belle Haven Marina is located on the George Washington Parkway about one mile South of Old Town Alexandria and the Woodrow Wilson Bridge.  It is NOT the marina by Reagan National Airport. 
  

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• Saturday Sailing on the Potomac - May 4

  • When
    Saturday, May 04, 2024
  •  
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Belle Haven Marina, Alexandria, VA
  • Registered
    2 registrants

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  SATURDAY SAILING ON THE POTOMAC

  Leader:  Isabelle Zsoldas, Phone:  703-525-1308

  Cost: $30 SCWDC Members; $35 Guests; check-in at 15 minutes before the sail

  Every other Saturday, 10 AM - 12 PM (times adjust with the season), weather permitting.  Casual sailing, no experience needed.  We sail with experienced skippers on 19' Flying Scot sailboats, very stable and easy to sail.  After sailing, hungry sailors gather at a nearby restaurant to swap stories and share good times (costs not included).

  Belle Haven Marina requires that everyone sign its waiver once a season.  You can do that here https://app.cleverwaiver.com/render/templateByRefId/6075cb3b4cc416a51d3747f2. If you forget, you'll need to go into the marina office and sign it before we sail.  Please sign the waiver before you sail.
  

  Dress is casual and should be appropriate for the weather.  You may get splashed, so bring a change of clothes, along with a hat, sunglasses, sunblock lotion, and water. If the weather is questionable, call the marina (703-768-0018) about an hour before the sail.  The wind can be very different on the river than in the city, so never assume there is not enough wind to sail.  Sometimes we can't make a decision until we get to the marina.  If we can't sail, we will head over to nearby restaurant a bit early. 

  Reservations are strongly encouraged and the ONLY way to ensure your space. We reserve boats and confirm skippers based on the number of people who have signed up 3 days in advance.  If you can sail at the last minute, contact the trip leader or come to the marina; we’ll try to accommodate you if we have space.  If you’ve made reservations and can’t make it, please contact the trip leader as soon as possible.  Check-in time is at 15 minutes prior to sailing time.  Meet near the marina's office. 

  Belle Haven Marina is located on the George Washington Parkway about one mile South of Old Town Alexandria and the Woodrow Wilson Bridge.  It is NOT the marina by Reagan National Airport. 

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• Bike Ride - Vienna toward Herndon on the WO&D trail

  • When
    Sunday, May 05, 2024
  •  
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Vienna Community Center, Vienna VA
  • Spaces left
    6

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  Sunday, May 5th @ 10am 

  LEADERS: Rita Daley  & Karen Becher

  Join Rita and Karen for a bike ride on the WO&D Trail.  Park at the Vienna Community Center for introductions and to go over the ride plan.  The idea is to ride toward Herndon for one hour and then turn around.  If you make it to the Herndon Station (see pic above), you will have gone 8.8 miles.

  Unfortunately, the bathrooms at the Community Center are closed on Sundays.  However, there can be a stop at the Whole Foods Market to use their restrooms if necessary.  :-) 

  Lunch will be at the Bear Branch Tavern which is on the trail, across from the Whole Food Market (see map below).   Please email Rita if you will be going to lunch so she can make a reservation.  

  RIDE START TIME:  10:00 AM - Please be ready to roll on time 
  

  
  

  DISTANCE: Varies, depending on your speed 

  
  

  TERRAIN:  Paved Trail - mostly flat with one moderate incline

  
  

  WHAT TO BRING:  Water, snacks, inner tube, bike lock, cash  
  

  
  

  Please ensure that your bike is in good working condition and that your tires are properly inflated ~ Helmets are required on all rides!

  
  

  
  

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• Tuesday Sailing on the Potomac - May 7

  • When
    Tuesday, May 07, 2024
  •  
    4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Location
    Belle Haven Marina, Alexandria, VA
  • Registered
    1 registrant

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  TUESDAY SAILING ON THE POTOMAC

  Leader:  Julie Hershorn, Phone:  703-217-2010

  Cost: $30 SCWDC Members; $35 Guests; check-in time is 15 minutes before the sail

  Every Tuesday evening, 4 - 6 PM (times adjust with the season), weather permitting.  Casual sailing, no experience needed.  We sail with experienced skippers on 19' Flying Scot sailboats, very stable and easy to sail.  After sailing, hungry sailors gather at a nearby restaurant to swap stories and share good times (costs not included).

  Belle Haven Marina requires that everyone sign its waiver once a season.  You can do that here https://app.cleverwaiver.com/render/templateByRefId/6075cb3b4cc416a51d3747f2. If you forget, you'll need to go into the marina office and sign it before we sail. Please sign the waiver before you sail.
  

  Dress is casual and should be appropriate for the weather.  You may get splashed, so bring a change of clothes, along with a hat, sunglasses, sunblock lotion, and water. If the weather is questionable, call the marina (703-768-0018) around 5 PM.  The wind can be very different on the river than in the city, so never assume there is not enough wind to sail.  Sometimes we can't make a decision until we get to the marina.  If we can't sail, we will head over to nearby restaurant a bit early. 
  

  Reservations are strongly encouraged and the ONLY way to ensure your space. We reserve boats and confirm skippers based on the number of people who have signed up 3 days in advance.  If you can sail at the last minute, contact the trip leader or come to the marina; we’ll try to accommodate you if we have space.  If you’ve made reservations and can’t make it, please contact the trip leader as soon as possible.  Check-in time is 15 minutes prior to sailing time. Meet near the marina's office.  
  

  Belle Haven Marina is located on the George Washington Parkway about one mile South of Old Town Alexandria and the Woodrow Wilson Bridge.  It is NOT the marina by Reagan National Airport. 
  

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• Saturday Sailing on the Potomac - May 11

  • When
    Saturday, May 11, 2024
  •  
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Belle Haven Marina, Alexandria, VA
  • Registered
    3 registrants

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  SATURDAY SAILING ON THE POTOMAC

  Leader:  Isabelle Zsoldas, Phone:  703-525-1308

  Cost: $30 SCWDC Members; $35 Guests; check-in at 15 minutes before the sail

  Every other Saturday, 10 AM - 12 PM (times adjust with the season), weather permitting.  Casual sailing, no experience needed.  We sail with experienced skippers on 19' Flying Scot sailboats, very stable and easy to sail.  After sailing, hungry sailors gather at a nearby restaurant to swap stories and share good times (costs not included).

  Belle Haven Marina requires that everyone sign its waiver once a season.  You can do that here https://app.cleverwaiver.com/render/templateByRefId/6075cb3b4cc416a51d3747f2. If you forget, you'll need to go into the marina office and sign it before we sail.  Please sign the waiver before you sail.
  

  Dress is casual and should be appropriate for the weather.  You may get splashed, so bring a change of clothes, along with a hat, sunglasses, sunblock lotion, and water. If the weather is questionable, call the marina (703-768-0018) about an hour before the sail.  The wind can be very different on the river than in the city, so never assume there is not enough wind to sail.  Sometimes we can't make a decision until we get to the marina.  If we can't sail, we will head over to nearby restaurant a bit early. 

  Reservations are strongly encouraged and the ONLY way to ensure your space. We reserve boats and confirm skippers based on the number of people who have signed up 3 days in advance.  If you can sail at the last minute, contact the trip leader or come to the marina; we’ll try to accommodate you if we have space.  If you’ve made reservations and can’t make it, please contact the trip leader as soon as possible.  Check-in time is at 15 minutes prior to sailing time.  Meet near the marina's office. 

  Belle Haven Marina is located on the George Washington Parkway about one mile South of Old Town Alexandria and the Woodrow Wilson Bridge.  It is NOT the marina by Reagan National Airport. 

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• May Happy Hour at P.J. Skidoos

  • When
    Thursday, May 16, 2024
  •  
    5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    P.J. Skidoos in Fairfax, VA

  
  Date & Time: Thursday, May 16th, 5:00 – 8:00 pm
  Leader: Bob Sobun, 703-503-3294
  Location & Directions:
  P.J. Skidoos
  9908 Fairfax Blvd. (Rte 29 / 211 just west of Fairfax Circle)
  Fairfax, VA 22030
  703-591-4515
  
  

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• Spring Bike Weekend

  • Start
    Friday, May 17, 2024
  •  
    12:00 AM
  • End
    Sunday, May 19, 2024
  •  
    4:00 PM
  • Location
    Lewisburg, PA
  • Spaces left
    16
  • Registered
    8 registrants

  

  SPRING BIKE WEEKEND 

  Lewisburg, Pennsylvania

  In the scenic Susquehanna Valley of Central PA

  MAY 17-19, 2024

  ~This is a rain or shine event with Bike Tours by Linda~

  
  

  Enjoy an all-inclusive, 3-day, 2-night (Fri-Sun) weekend tour package of recreational bicycling  which includes: 
  

  • Two nights at the  Best Western+ of Lewisburg, with heated indoor pool and spacious meeting rooms reserved for our group for the whole weekend,
  • Two dinners - Friday dinner at the hotel, Saturday dinner at Front Street Station – a distinctive local restaurant
  • Saturday & Sunday full, hot breakfasts
  • Round-trip bus transportation to and from Saturday dinner
  • Snacks and sandwiches to take with you on rides
  • Group rides with Leaders
  • Cue sheets & Ridewithgps.com links provided 
  • Rides of varied distances (15 to 80+ miles) and speed levels to choose from
  • Buffalo Valley Rail Trail and other off-road trails nearby
  • Bike-friendly charming towns of Lewisburg, Selinsgrove, Danville, Mifflinburg, & Bloomsburg nearby
  • Montour Preserve nearby for nature walks/hikes, birding, boating
  • Scenic campus of Bucknell University nearby, for cycling and/or walking
  • Parties, snacks, SAG, music, & massage therapy
  • A more detailed itinerary will be sent to participants! 

  E-BIKE POLICY:  For safety and insurance reasons, and to comply with local/state/federal laws, ONLY Class 1 and Class 3 (Pedal-Assist) e-bikes are permitted at this event. Any/all throttle-type controls MUST be removed. Class 2 e-bikes (which are equipped with a motor) are strictly prohibited at this event.

  Cost: $295 per person (double occupancy)  

  Single Supplement:  Add $179

  Full payment is due at time of registration 
  

  
  

  CANCELLATION POLICY:  A $40 cancellation applies for any cancellations prior to 5/3/24.  After May 3rd, cancellations can only be refunded IF the cancelled

  room can be reassigned to someone else.  A 3% credit card transaction may apply.    

  Trip Leader: Brigid O'Brien

  (603) 978-5372

  
  

  Not a current SCWDC member?  Click HERE to join the club for $35 per year. 

  
  

  If paying by check, please mail payment to:

  SCWDC 

  5309 Langston Blvd 

  Arlington, VA 22207
  

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• Valle Nevado, Chile ski trip 2024

  • Start
    Thursday, August 08, 2024
  • End
    Monday, August 19, 2024
  • Location
    Valle Nevado, Chile
  • Spaces left
    4
  • Registered
    30 registrants

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  TRIP PRICE:  $4,580 (prior to March 28, 2024) $5,290 *(after March 28, 2024)
  TRIP LEADER:  Jo Ann Cavallaro

  One space available for a female sharing a room for the early reservation savings of $710, on this Bucket List Trip to ski the Andes in Chile! The remaining openings will be at the $5,290 price.

  Please contact trip leader for registration code

  TRIP INSURANCE IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE OF THE TRIP BUT IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! SEE DETAILS HERE.

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  Valle Nevado is one of the best ski resorts in Chile. Valle Nevado loosely translates to “snowy valley”. It’s definitely snowy with an average of 22 feet of snowfall annually. The top of the resort is at 12,000' above sea level, but it sits amidst peaks that are over 20,000' high, so it's easy to say that the ski resort is in a “valley”.
  
  Valle Nevado has extensive terrain and long runs, with excellent off-piste terrain and world-class heli-skiing that is rated the best in South America. Valle Nevado was built by a French company, hence the European feel of the area. It is one of Chile's best developed resorts, with a full-service infrastructure that includes a pub, spa, shopping. Valle Nevado has 2,225 acres of terrain and a vertical drop of 2,657' making it an excellent week long ski destination. The resort is also interlinked via the slopes with the ski resorts of La Parva and El Colorado. With a multi-resort lift ticket this adds another 3,700 acres of fun. Valle Nevado has something for everyone. There are cruisy wide-open groomed runs appropriate for the intermediate skier and boarder; green slopes for beginners; mellow pitched off-piste areas for advanced skiers; and steeper bowls and chutes to challenge experienced skiers. 
  
  The high elevation of the resort ensures consistent snow conditions especially in August and there is also snow making to top up the cover. Powder days can be epic thanks to the Valle Nevado phenomenon whereby the abundant snow is often dumped (or blown) upon the resort, even if neighbouring resorts only receive a few inches.  Modern fast chair lifts are pretty rare in South America, so Valle Nevado prides itself on having a detachable quad chair and a gondola. 

  Lodging:

  
  

  We will be staying at the fabulous Puerta del Sol hotel.  This is a family hotel, located just 50 meters from the slopes. It has 121 rooms that interconnected for comfort and space for families or groups of friends. Each room has a terrace with views of the slopes, plus a direct exit to the heated pool. 
  
  Half board with breakfast at the Mirador del Plomo restaurant and dinner at any of the following restaurants: La Fourchette, Monte Bianco, Sur (or similar for 2024), or Mirador del Plomo.  Prior reservations required. On the first night, dinner is at the Mirador del Plomo; and Aprés Ski, every day, at Puerta del Sol Bar. 
  
  The Hotel Puerta del Sol allows unlimited access to the slopes of Valle Nevado, through an access pass to the ski lifts. It has free wifi and ski storage, plus unlimited access to the heated outdoor pool and hotel facilities such as game rooms, pubs and group activities, and cybercafe.
  

  Number of Skiers: 32

  Trip Includes:
  

  • Roundtrip airfare Washington Dulles (IAD) to Santiago, Chile (SCL)
  • Ground transportation to and from the airport and accommodations
  • Private half-day guided tour of Santiago, lunch, gift shop, and grocery stop
  • 7 nights, double occupancy, in Valle Nevado at the ski in/out Puerta del Sol ski resort 
  • Daily breakfast and dinner while in Valle Nevado
  • 6 day lift ticket
  • 1 free interconnect ticket to neighboring ski area (either La Parva or El Colorado)
  • Visit to Pueblito los dominios (a quaint Chilean traditional and artisan craft market
  • Cable Car ride on the Teleferico for a panoramic view of Santiago
  • Two nights, double occupancy, in Santiago at the Hotel Plaza San Francisco
  • Daily breakfast at the Hotel Plaza San Francisco
  • Private full-day guided bus/walking tour of coastal towns Valparaiso and Vina del Mar; plus Casablanca Valley Winery.  Lunch included.

  Trip Costs:

  Full Package: $4,580 (prior to March 28, 2014) / $5,290 *(after March 28, 2024)

  Ground Only: $3,185 (prior to March 28 2024) / $3,895 *(after March 28, 2024)

     Ground Only and Single Supplement availability.  Please contact Trip Leader.

  Single Supp Full Package: $6,570 (prior to March 28 $7,280 *(after March 28

  Single Supp Ground Only: $5,175 (prior to March 28/ $5,910 *(after March 28

  Note: Trip prices are subject to change due to airline, resort, exchange rate (International trips) and other factors. We continue to work towards lower airline rates in the current market. Price increases or decreases will be reflected in the final invoice.
  

  Payment Schedule (per person):
  

  Advance Deposit:  $1,000

  March 25, 2024: Full Payment due

  Cancellation Fees:
  

  Through February 23, 2024, a $50 cancellation fee is assessed.
  After February 23, 2024, $50 plus all unrecoverable expenses if a replacement is not found.  Please see the payment schedule above.

  Lift Tickets

  Lift tickets are Included in the land package price.  There is a rebate that will be rebated if you have a current IKON Pass.  The rebate depends on your IKON pass type and will be determined by the resort.  

  Other:

  Travel Insurance is highly recommended.  Trip Insurance is not included in the price of the trip.  The case for trip insurance

  Please mail payment checks to SCWDC, 5309 Langston Blvd, Arlington, VA 22207.  Do NOT mail payment checks to the trip leader.  

  *Sign-ups after March 28, will be on a space available basis.  

  Participants must be current SCWDC members, or members of a BRSC affiliated ski club.  You can sign up as a member online HERE.

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• Viking River Cruise: Paris & The Heart of Normandy

  • Start
    Saturday, October 12, 2024
  • End
    Sunday, October 20, 2024
  • Location
    Paris & Normandy, France

  
  

  27 REGISTRANTS      TRIP LEADER YING PRINCE

  Departure Date: Sat, Oct 12, 2024. (Cruise starts on Oct 13)	Return Date: Sun, Oct 20, 2024
  Cruise Only Price:  Starting at $3,199 per person	Viking Airfare: $799 (In addition to cruise price.  Subject to change)

  
  

  Cabins occasionally open due to Viking cancellations.  Looking for a female cabin-mate when a cabin is available.  Contact trip leader Ying Prince to join the waitlist.
  

  Trip Overview

  Dock in the heart of Paris, admiring views of the Eiffel Tower and a replica of the Statue of Liberty from your ship.  On the Normandy coast, set foot on the D-Day landing beaches and pay tribute to the soldiers of WWII.  Delight in Rouen’s Gothic architecture.  Explore Giverny and the charming house and gardens where Claude Monet lived and worked, the setting inspiring many of his masterpieces. This 8-day river voyage celebrates history, art, food and customs in France’s most alluring urban and pastoral settings. 

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  All This Is Included

  • 8-day cruise with a river-view stateroom
  • 6 guided tours
  • Visit 1 UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Culture Curriculum: Attend lectures on Joan of Arc & French Impressionists; learn to say a few words en français; learn how to make tarte au citron
  • All onboard meals including regional specialties
  • Beer, wine & soft drinks with onboard lunch & dinner
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • All Port taxes and fees

  Choose Your Cabin on Our Viking Ship Fjorgyn

  See Ship Fjorgyn Interactive Deck Layout and Cabin locations 

  Take Viking Ocean 360° Virtual Tour 
  

  Cabin Type	Price Per Person	Double occupancy.  Beds cab be set up separated or together. No designated single cabins.
  Stateroom F	$3,199 Sold Out	Standard Stateroom F and E have rectangular shaped windows at eye level within the room and above the ship’s waterline.
  Stateroom E	$3,299 Sold Out	Standard Stateroom F and E have rectangular shaped windows at eye level within the room and above the ship’s waterline.
  French Balcony D	$4,199 Sold Out	Category D French Balcony stateroom is on the middle deck.  The rooms have a floor to ceiling window with a portion that slides open. There is no outdoor sitting area outside the room. The room has 135 square feet of space, including the bathroom.
  French Balcony C	$4,399 Sold Out	Category C French Balcony stateroom is on the upper and middle deck.  The rooms have a floor to ceiling window with a portion that slides open. There is no outdoor sitting area outside the room. The room has 135 square feet of space, including the bathroom.
  Veranda B	$4,799 Sold Out	The Veranda stateroom B is 205 square feet and includes a step out balcony with two chairs and a table. Category A is a Veranda stateroom on the Middle and upper Deck.
  Veranda A	$4,999  Sold Out	The Veranda stateroom A is 205 square feet and includes a step out balcony with two chairs and a table. Category A is a Veranda stateroom on the middle and upper Deck.
  Veranda Suite AA	$6,799 Sold Out	The Veranda Suite is 275 square feet and features both a step out balcony and a sitting area.  It provides extra features and an opportunity to book Business Class Air with a $1400 per person discount
  Ship Fjorgyn has only 168 guests and was built in 2020.  Every cabin has beds that can be set up separated or together for double occupancy.  There are no designated single cabins on the Viking ship Fjorgyn.  Anyone that wishes to travel as a single will pay the double rate.

  
  

  Paris & the Heart of Normandy
  Day	Location	Arrival	Departure	Included Tour
  1	Paris	Embark	Overnight
  2	Paris		Evening	Panoramic Paris
  3	La Roche Guyon & Vernon	Morning Afternoon	Afternoon Overnight	Monet Foundation
  4	Scenic Cruising: Seine River Rouen	Afternoon	Overnight	Rouen Walking Tour
  5	Rouen		Overnight	Normandy Beaches
  6	Les Andelys	Morning	Afternoon	Château Gaillard Walk
  7	Le Pecq Paris	Morning	Overnight	Napoleon’s Château Malmaison
  8	Paris		Disembark

  
  

  View Day by Day Itinerary 
  

  Download Trip Overview 

  Optional Pre and Post trip extensions

  • Pre-trip, Paris:  From $899 | 3 Nights
  • Pre-trip: Paris Premium.  From $1,299 | 3 Nights
  • Post-trip: A Culinary Experience.  From $1,799 | 3 Nights | Fully Guided
  • Post-trip, Paris: From $899 | 3 Nights
  • Post-trip: Paris Premium.  From $1,299 | 3 Nights

  The Pre & Post Cruise Extensions have limited capacity and often fill up well in advance.  If you sign up now and decide later that you do not want to extend the trip, you can cancel the extension with no penalty any time before final payment.

  Air Schedule

  Viking occasionally changes the air price but it is locked in at the time of booking if you select Viking Air.  Current price is $799 roundtrip in economy.  If there is any difference, you will have the option to cancel.  If you choose Viking Air in registration, you will find your air schedule at your Viking Account and will have a chance to provide Viking with frequent flyer and seat request information after Viking secures flights in roughly June 2024. 

  Viking Air Fare Cancellation Policy: You may cancel the flight reservation until the ticket is issued. (Likely in August 2024).  Once the ticket has been issued, the airline ticket is non-refundable. 

  You also have the options to book your own airfare.

  Registration and Payment

  • Initial payment is $650 per person  Registration is online using our travel agency's registration form.  (Do not register directly at Viking website.)  You should have your cabin selection and a cabin-mate before you register.  If you need a cabin-mate, contact trip leader Ying Prince. 
  • If you have traveled with Viking before or/and have a credit from a past Viking cruise, have your last booking number or sailing date ready before you register. 
  • After you register and pay the initial payment, you will receive a confirmation email from noreply@jotform.com.  If any issues occur during online registration, or you want to make changes to your registration, contact trip leader Ying Prince. 
  • After your cabin is booked, you will receive an instruction to create a Viking account with your booking number.
  • If you book your cabin prior to October 2023, your final payment will be due on or before the end of October 2023.
  • If you book your cabin after October 1, 2023, your final payment will be due by the end of the month after your booking month. 
  • You will pay your final payment directly to Viking in your Viking account.  If you pay Viking by bank draft (ACH), you'll have a 3.3% discount on the amount due.
    
  • $200 discount for past guests returning to Viking within a year.
  • $100 discount for past guests returning to Viking over a year.
  • SCWDC membership is required. Single One-Year Membership (12 months) is only $35.00.

  Cancellation Fees

  SCWDC

  $50

  Viking

  • 121 days or more prior to time of departure: $150 per person
  • 120-90 days prior to time of departure: 15% of Full Fare
  • 89-60 days prior to time of departure: 35% of Full Fare
  • 59-30 days prior to time of departure: 50% of Full Fare
  • 29-0 days prior to time of departure: 100% of Full Fare

  Full Fare is defined as the full cost of any cruise, land or air component purchased from Viking.  Viking Risk-Free Guarantee is no longer available.

  
  

  Trip Insurance

  Trip medical/reparation and trip interruption insurance or cancellation insurance is highly recommended.  While shopping around for a suitable insurance policy, one of the options is to email "Group Trip Protector" at myra@travelprotectors.com or call 703-443-9055 for a quote.  The SCWDC group medical plan insurance can be purchased directly from Group Trip Protector at $52 per person group rate.  Trip cancellation insurance must be purchased within 14 days of putting down first trip deposit if you want to cover pre-existing medical conditions and or if you want the Cancel for Any Reason insurance. If you purchase any type of travel insurance from Group Trip Protector, you will pay GTP directly.  Do not send your premium payment to SCWDC.  

  Passport Required

  You must have a valid U.S. passport to travel on this voyage. Your passport must be valid for 6 months beyond your planned trip dates.

  *One of the Viking General Terms and Conditions: You must be 18 years old on or before the day you are scheduled to embark on the cruise tour.

  Additional trip information can be found at Viking's website.  

  Contact trip leader Ying Prince if you have questions.

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• Weekend Bike Trip to Cumberland MD

  • Start
    Friday, October 18, 2024
  •  
    3:00 PM
  • End
    Sunday, October 20, 2024
  •  
    4:00 PM
  • Location
    Cumberland, MD
  • Spaces left
    11

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  ~ A TALE OF TWO TRAILS ~

  October 18-20, 2024

  
  

  Trip Price: $365 per person

  Full payment due at the time of registration

  Trip Leader: Linda Khan

  Cell:  (703) 862-8380

  
  

  This package includes:  2 nights lodging (double occupancy), 1 dinner, 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, & 2 days of shuttle service.  Free overnight parking is also available.  

  
  

  Day 1:  Arrive in Cumberland, MD; lodging will be at The Inn on Decatur and the 9 Decatur Guest House.  Check-in is 4 PM.  Dinner will be provided @ 6pm (pizza, salad, and beverages).  After dinner, settle in for the night or explore the open-air pedestrian mall just two blocks away.  

  Day 2: (32 miles) Rise to a hot breakfast prepared by our host, Gail.  Today we are shuttled to Paw Paw WV and peddle back to Cumberland on the C&O Canal.  A picnic lunch will be provided on the trail in Old Town.   This evening, we'll choose a location for a group dinner (cost is not included in the price of the trip).  

  Day 3: (32 miles) Another hearty breakfast starts our day.  We will be shuttled to the town of Meyersdale, PA where we'll ride on the Great Allegheny Passage (GAP).  A picnic lunch will be provided in Frostburg at the Western Maryland Railroad depot; there will be a hustle and bustle of train riders and you may be able to see the engine turn on the turntable.   Enjoy a 15-mile downhill pedal back to Cumberland.  We should arrive back in Cumberland by 2pm or 3pm to pack up and head home.   Please feel free to shower and rest at the Inn before departure.

  Shuttle arrangements can be made to accommodate those who want to ride more than 32 miles per day.  A complimentary walking or driving tour of historic Cumberland is available upon request.  

  Skinny road bike tires are not recommended for this trip!   A limited number of bike rentals are available at an additional cost. Contact the trip leader for more information. 

  CANCELLATION POLICY:  A $40 cancellation applies for any cancellations prior to 10/4/24.  After October 4th, cancellations can only be refunded if your spot is sold to someone else.   A 3% credit card transaction fee may apply.   

  If paying by check, please mail payment to SCWDC 5309 Langston Blvd Arlington, VA 22207
  

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• Ski Breckenridge, CO March 15 - March 22, 2025

  • Start
    Saturday, March 15, 2025
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    Saturday, March 22, 2025
  •  
    6:00 PM
  • Location
    Breckenridge, Colorado
  • Spaces left
    0
  • Registered
    37 registrants

  BRECKENRIDGE, CO FEBRUARY 25 - MARCH 3

  

  Base Price: $1,900 (W/O LIFT tickets)
  Trip Leader: Pete Campbell

  
  

  $30 Group Trip Insurance - HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! To purchase Cancel for Any Reason (CFAR) Insurance, contact Myra Altschuler, must be purchased within two weeks of deposit.

  Resort:
  With five awe-inspiring peaks towering over an authentic mountain town, Breckenridge is unquestionably a must-visit locale. A journey into the town of Breck serves up access to 30 bars, pubs and restaurants on Main Street alone, including Breckenridge brewery. While the town’s Victorian architecture and designation as Colorado’s largest historic district make a trip to Breck an aesthetically appealing and historically enriching experience, the array of activities—from powder and groomers to shopping, dining and nightlife—keeps things exciting. Not to mention that it's a great jumping off point for hiking, with close access to many of Colorado's 14ers. Breckenridge has its own pulse, and visitors feel it as soon as they arrive. Breckenridge Video

  Mountain:
  Vail Resorts owned, Breckenridge Ski Resort boasts one of the highest summit elevations in the U.S. at 12,998 feet, and the highest lift in North America. The resort's several distinct peaks provide varied terrain to suite all skier types and ability levels, and the mountain also offers four award-winning terrain parks, along with a 22' superpipe. 

  Lodging:
  We'll be staying at the Beaver Run Resort.  Beaver Run Resort's amenities include:

  • Ski-in, ski-out access
  • On-site restaurants
  • Swimming pool
  • Hot tub
  • Fitness center
  • On-site spa
    
  • Free wi-fi
  • Shuttle bus service
    

  Number of Skiers: 36
  Trip Includes: 

  • United Airlines nonstop flights between Washington Dulles (IAD) and Denver (DEN)
    
  • Ground transportation between the airport and lodging
    
  • Seven (7) nights at the Beaver Run Resort 
  • Baggage Handling
  • Wine & cheese party
    

  Base Price: $1,900 (w/o lift tickets)
   Ground Only: Deduct $510 ($1,390) from base price
   Single Supplement: Add $1,228 to base price

  Lift Tickets:

  Lift tickets for this trip are sold separately.  As a Vail Resort, Breckenridge honors the Epic Pass, which is available for purchase from our tour operator, Winter Ski & Sport, or Epic Pass itself.  For your consideration:

  • Please read the terms and conditions of the pass product(s) you're considering carefully before buying.  Your Epic Pass product, once purchased, is non-transferable and non-refundable.  Please consider trip insurance to cover your Epic Pass cost.
  • Purchase your EPIC Pass through our Tour Operator and receive a $50 rebate: Winter Ski & Sport.
  • Epic Pass products are subject to future price increases until purchased.  Buy early to lock in your price.
    
  • Specialty passes, such as Military and College Passes, are only available from Epic Pass itself.
    

  Cancellation Fees:
  A $50 cancellation applies for any cancellations prior to 10/28/22.  Afterwards, you will also be responsible for any unrecoverable expenses, including 3% credit card transaction fees on applicable payments. 

  Payment Schedule (per person):
  $500 deposit is due w/ registration. Remaining balance is due on October 28, 2022, and may be paid by credit card or check.  You may also pay in three equal monthly installments (by check only, not by credit card): 

  10/28/2022:  One-third of the balance
  11/27/2022:  Second third of the balance
  12/27/2022:  Remaining balance

  Please mail payment checks to SCWDC, 5309 Langston Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22207.  Do NOT mail payment checks to the trip leader.  

  Participants must be current SCWDC members, or members of a BRSC affiliated ski club.  You can sign up as a member online HERE .

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• Ski Snowmass, CO - March 22 - 29, 2025

  • Start
    Saturday, March 22, 2025
  • End
    Saturday, March 29, 2025
  • Location
    Snowmass, CO
  • Spaces left
    0
  • Registered
    36 registrants

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  SKI SNOWMASS, CO - MARCH 22 - 29, 2025

  Base Price: $1,898* 
  Trip Leader:  GEOFFREY PENNOYER

  Resort:

  Attention intermediate skiers: according to Mountain Magazine, Snowmass is rated "the best intermediate ski area in the world.”  The village of Snowmass is located directly at the base of the mountain. It’s a former ranching community that has been transformed into a year-round destination. Snowmass claims that 95% of its lodging has ski/ski-out access to the mountain. The village itself has plenty of restaurants, bars and shopping all within walking distance.

  There are a total of nine on mountain restaurants: Sneaky’s Tavern, Sam’s Smokehouse, Up 4 Pizza, Two Creeks Cafe, Lynn Britt Cabin (lunches and snowcat dinner rides), Burlingame Cabin (snowcat dinner rides, Ullrhof, Gwyn’s High Alpine and Cafe Suzanne. For rentals and retail ski shopping, there are 4 stores in Snowmass Village.

  Snowmass has been selected by the Blue Ridge Ski Council (BRSC) to be site of their annual Western Carnival.  So we will be skiing and partying with many other local skiers who are BRSC members.

  Mountain:

  Snowmass has the longest lift-accessed vertical in the country at 4,406 feet. Make your way up the Sheer Bliss or Big Burn lift to access the Cirque lift. This will take you to the summit of Snowmass at 12,510 feet. From here, enjoy 4,406 feet of leg-burning vertical to the base.
  

  There are trails to suit all ages and abilities at Snowmass Mountain. You’ll find easy groomers, expert steeps, chutes, glades, cliffs, bumps, terrain parks and more. Combine the 3,132 skiable acres and long vertical, with Snowmass’ high-speed chairlifts, and you’re sure to have an easy time skiing and riding at Snowmass. There’s a total of 91 trails, 3 terrain parks, 1 superpipe and 1 beginner halfpipe.

  For skiers looking for more challenging terrain, head for The Headwall, Hanging Valley, and The Cirque, which are now lift-accessible. For an added incentive, your lift ticket is also good for Ajax (Aspen Mountain), Aspen Highlands, and Buttermilk. All three ski resorts are easily accessible via the complimentary Aspen area shuttle. Snowmass honors the IKON season pass.

  Lodging:

  
  

  We’ll be staying at the Top of the Village Condos, with ski-in/ski-out access directly on the slopes. We are in 2 & 3 bedroom apartments, each with a balcony overlooking the ski area, and each with a bathroom per room. Additionally, there is a year ‘round outdoor heated pool, two hot tubs and a large sauna. 
  

  Number of Skiers: 36
  Trip Includes: 

  • United Airlines nonstop from Dulles (IAD)  to Denver 
  • Ground transportation to/from resort and airport, w/ grocery stop
  • 7 nights at the Top of the Village Condos, 2 & 3 bedrooms
  • Baggage handling and daily maid service at the condos
  • Welcome party on January 26, Apres Ski  party on January 28, gala dinner event on January 30
  • NASTAR race event

  Base Price:  $1,898* (doesn't include lift tickets or optional costs)

  5-day lift ticket: add $334 
  Single Supplement:  add $1,029 ($2,927) - Trip Leader will advise availability
  Ground Only:  deduct $498 ($1400) - available after group air minimums are met

  Cancellation Fees:

  Through October 22, 2019, a $50 cancellation fee is assessed. After October 22, 2019, $50 plus all unrecoverable expenses if a replacement is not found.

  Payment Schedule (per person):

  Advance Deposit:  $500
  Remaining balance: of $1,398 is due on September 22, may be paid by credit card or check.  
  You may also pay in three monthly installments (by check only, not by credit card): 

  09/22/2019: $466 (plus optional costs)
  10/22/2019: $466 
  11/21/2019: $466

  Please mail payment checks to SCWDC, 5309 Lee Highway, Arlington, VA 22207.  Do NOT mail payment checks to the trip leader.  

  If sign-up is after 9/22/2019, full payment is due immediately.

  Participants must be current SCWDC members, or members of a BRSC affiliated ski club.  You can sign up as a member online HERE.

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• 7-Day Grand Canyon Rafting & Hiking

  • Start
    Monday, June 09, 2025
  • End
    Sunday, June 15, 2025
  • Location
    Grand Canyon U.S.

  Trip Leader: Bill Rakow 

  Overview

  Grand Canyon Motorized River Rafting Tours is one of the most memorable 7 days you will ever experience. This River Expeditions is the outfitter on this 188 mile journey rafting, camping under the stars and hiking the beautiful side canyons along the Colorado River. It is a 7-day motorized trip on two large rafts that provide excitement in the rapids and gorgeous scenery throughout the trip. During the trip, you’ll take several side trips each day to waterfalls, caves, up scenic canyons with hidden waterfalls and ponds, along the gorgeous turquoise Little Colorado River and more. See trip details at HATCH website  (https://www.hatchriverexpeditions.com/grand-canyon-motorized-rafting-expeditions/seven-day-grand-canyon)

  The tour company Hatch provides a ground cloth, cot, sleeping bag, pillow, chair and two waterproof duffle bags; one large for travel gear and one small day bag. They also set up an outdoor bathroom at each camp site. You’ll sleep on sand bars, so the sound of the river provides a soothing background noise. There is a lot less roughing it than a normal camping trip.

  Participants are expected to be in good physical condition so you can participate in the many adventurous aspect of the trip.

  Base Trip Price & What’s Included

  • The base trip cost is $3,936/pp
  • All meals on the river (they are fabulous)
  • Lodging at the Cliff Dweller Lodge when we arrive (double occupancy)
  • Transportation back to Las Vegas via helicopter and bus

  Costs That Are Not Included In The Base Trip Price

  • Air fare
  • Ground transportation to the Hatch site at Marble Canyon, AZ (Trip leader will manage the bus and split the cost among the participants.)
  • One night lodging in Las Vegas on the return (Optional)
  • Alcoholic beverages (Optional)
  • $20 National Park entrance fee

  How to Sign Up Your Trip

  1. Register on line  ( https://www.hatchriverexpeditions.com/reservation?%2Freserve%2Fres9140-7-day-full-canyon-motor)

  2. OR: call Hatch at 800-856-8966. (You must mention the Reservation Code A9140, or you might be in a different group.)

  3. OR: contact trip leader Bill Rakow at billrakow@gmail.com. Phone: (703)-626-6630

  You’ll pay a $500 deposit at the registration. The balance is due 4 months before departure.

  Trip Insurance

  Since the trip is over a year away, cancel for any reason insurance is advisable and must be selected within 21 days of your deposit.  Visit www.travelprotectors.com or email myra@travelprotectors.com.  Myra can help you with quotes.

  If you have questions or are planning to sign up, contact trip leader Bill Rakow at billrakow@gmail.com or call 703-626-6630.  Bill Rakow organized this trip in 2014 and 2023.  Outfitters and participants spaces are very limited.  Don’t wait!

  A SCWDC member Tracy Long shared her experience of this trip at Recreation.gov annual "Share Your Story" writing contest and won the grand prize. Read her story

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• Discover Thailand: Bangkok to Chiang Rai

  • Start
    Thursday, October 30, 2025
  • End
    Friday, November 14, 2025
  • Location
    Thailand:
  • Spaces left
    9

  
  

  Discover Thailand: Bangkok, Kanchanaburi, Nakhon Sawan, Sukhothai, Chiang Mai, and Chiang Rai
  16-Day O.A.T. Small Group Adventure
  Oct 30 - Nov 14, 2025

  TRIP LEADER: Ruth D’Alessandro

  • Main trip: Oct 30 - Nov 14, 2025, 16 days - Discover Thailand: Bangkok, Kanchanaburi, Nakhon Sawan, Sukhothai, Chiang Mai, and Chiang Rai. 
  • Optional pre-extension - Malaysia & Singapore: A Beacon of Cultural Diversity.  7 nights. A minimum of 9 participants are required to run.
  • Optional post-extension - The Philippines: Exploring Cebu.  6 nights.  A minimum of 9 participants are required to run.

  TRIP PRICE

  • Main trip includes international airfare from Dulles: $4,445/pp
  • Main trip without international airfare: $2,895/pp
  • Optional 7 nights pre-trip to Malaysia & Singapore: $2,495/pp
  • Optional 6 nights post-trip to Philippines: $2,795/pp

  TRIP OVERVIEW

  Exploring Thailand: Bangkok, Kanchanaburi, Nakhon Sawan, Sukhothai, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai from the cosmopolitan south to the remote northern hill tribes, you’ll witness Buddhist monks receiving alms at a dawn ceremony ... walk alongside a jungle stream to a waterfall ... and experience the bustle of Bangkok’s floating market. You’ll also get an insider’s perspective into Thai culture as you spend A Day in the Life of Ban Na Sraloi Village, join a local family for a Home-Hosted Dinner, and more.  

  • Overview of this trip itinerary
  • Trip Flyer

  

  WHAT'S INCLUDED

  • 14 nights accommodation
  • International airfare, airport transfers, government taxes, fees, and airline fuel surcharges unless you choose to make your own air arrangements.
  • All land transportation and 1 internal flight
  • 32 meals—14 breakfasts, 10 lunches, and 8 dinners (including 1 Home Hosted Dinner)
  • 20 small group activities
  • Services of a local O.A.T. Trip Experience Leader
  • Gratuities for local guides, drivers, and luggage porters
  • 5% Frequent Traveler Credit toward your next adventure

  

  HOW TO BOOK YOUR TRIP

  • Call Overseas Adventure Travel Reservations at 1-800-955-1925. Open Monday – Saturday 9am-7pm EST. Provide our group code G5-29494 to OAT book agent. 
  • Tell the Travel Counselor that you would like to book Discover Thailand: Bangkok to Chiang Rai for October 30, 2025.  Let them know if you want to reserve pre-trip extension and our group airfare, or different air accommodations, etc.
  • You will need to set up an OAT account for processing payment, notifications from OAT, etc.
  • The required deposit for this adventure is $500 per person.  Deposits can be made by check, bank withdrawal or credit card (American Express not accepted). Final payment is due 90 days prior to departure. 
  • After your signup with OAT, inform the trip leader Ruth D’Alessandro. 

  

  O.A.T. GOOD BUY DISCOUNT OFFER

  
  

  You can save up to 10% off the price of your tour by paying in full in advance with an electronic check from your checking account after making your deposit. Discuss this option with your OAT customer representative when booking for more details. 

  

  O.A.T. CANCELLATION POLICY

  Prior to Departure	Charge
  90 days or more	No fee
  89-60 days	10% of selling price
  59-30 days	65% of selling price
  29 days-departure	100% of selling price

  
  

  
  

  TRIP INSURANCE:

  If you want to purchase medical/reparation or cancellation insurance, email or call Travel Protectors, LLC at myra@travelprotectors.com or telephone 703-443-9055. You will need to provide Myra the following information: Full name/s, Home address/es, Date/s of birth, Departure date from home, Return date home, Primary destination, Trip cost per person, Date you put down your very first trip deposit with the club and best phone number to reach you. You must contact Myra directly; do not send your premium payment to SCWDC.  You also have the option to buy cancellation insurance directly from OAT or you may purchase your own insurance. NOTE THAT ANY CANCEL FOR ANY REASON COVERAGE YOU PURCHASE MUST BE FINALIZED WITHIN 14 DAYS FROM WHEN YOU PAY YOUR FIRST TRIP DEPOSIT.  

  CONTACT TRIP LEADER Ruth D’Alessandro IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS.

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