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Kings Canyon and Giant Sequoias – History Guild
May 18–21
Come with us to the beautiful Land of Giants, the unspoiled treasure of some of the most striking scenery in the world. Be inspired by nature's masterpiece —the wonders of Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks in the spring We will be staying at the upscale Wuksachi Lodge, beautifully crafted of cedar and stone. Gary Holloway will be our Daytripping leader. Contact Mary Lou Ciranni (650/345-9031) or Helen Tryon (510/834-2964)
Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks–Natural Sciences Guild
June 12–15, 2009
Experience spectacular Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks with retired interpretive specialist Dorris Welch. We will be based in the beautiful new four-star Wuksachi Lodge. There will be moderate hikes through the giant sequoia groves and high mountain meadows, a Crystal Cave tour, and a scenic drive through the awesome Kings Canyon Highway. Contact Marilyn Rhodes (510/531-0348).
Boston and the Berkshires – Art Guild
June 22 – 29, 2009
Highlights in Boston/Cambridge include the sumptuous exhibition Titan, Tintoretto, Veronese: Rivals in Renaissance Venice at MFA (in conjunction with the Louvre in Paris); contemporary galleries and artist studios; the Mobilia Gallery; Gropius House; and an architectural tour. In the Berkshires we will stay in Lenox and tour Mass MOCA in North Adams, “Gilded Berkshires’ Mansions,” and the Clark Art Institute in Williamstown. As a special treat we’ll enjoy a Tanglewood performance. Contact Sandy Kessenick (510/849-3881) or Pat Winther (925/254-7731).
Architectural Tour of Los Angeles–Art Guild
August 10–12, 2009
Our trip to Los Angeles will highlight the area’s unique architecture, including the Huntington Art Museum and private homes in Pasadena. We’ll see the architectural transformation of LACMA by renowned architect Renzo Piano, where we will tour the exhibit Pompeii and the Roman Villa. Contact Sandy Kessenick (510/849-3881) or Mary Nell York (510/848-9362).
Hiking Yellowstone–Natural Sciences Guild
September 11–16, 2009
Return to Yellowstone with naturalist James Halfpenny. One of the highlights of fall in the Northern Range and Lamar Valley is the Elk Rut, the spectacular mating ritual. Grizzly bears are fattening up for hibernation and wolves are teaching hunting skills to the new crop of pups. Be prepared to hike high altitudes in Yellowstone and the Beartooths. No trip to Wyoming is complete without a stop at Old Faithful Geyser Basin and the Buffalo Bill Museum in Cody. Contact Ellen Paisal (510/846-1543) or Elarsonpaisal@hotmail.com.
Ashland Revisited–Art Guild
September 29–October 3, 2009
Join us in the beautiful Rogue Valley and the 2009 season of the Oregon Shakespeare Festival. In addition to seeing four plays, highlights include an opening reception at the Schneider Museum of Art, visits to Ashland galleries, and stopping at Calatrava’s Sundial Bridge in Redding and the Living Memorial Sculpture Garden. Contact: Candy Caldwell (925/283-0269 or Connie Rosenquist (510/558-0423).
Treasures of Art, Food and Wine in Italys Piemonte – Art
Guild
September 30 to October
9,
Optional Extension to October 12, 2009
Italy—a treasure chest of art and a culinary delight—is an exciting Art Guild destination. Vibrant Turin is Piemonte's capitol city with magnificent art galleries, outstanding museums, baroque architecture and privately owned palazzos. South of Turin, we explore Le Langhe, the glorious wine country, plus the Slow Food Academy in Cherasco, international headquarters of the Slow Food Movement before we journey to Genoa where we plan to visit the studio of architect Renzo Piano. Contact Sandy Wolfe (925/284-2838) or Sandy Kessenick (510/849- 3881).
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Colonial America–History Guild
October 2-13, 2009
Our final trip of 2009 with Gary and Daytripping. Celebrate America and explore our heritage. Starting in Boston, we work our way to Colonial Williamsburg, discovering historic treasures in between, such as Hyde Park, home of FDR, and the homes of our first five Presidents. See why history lives! Contact Kay MacFarland (510/758-6643) or Mary Lou Ciranni (650/345-9031).
Jordan and Dubai: Icons of the Past. . .Visions of the Future—Art Guild
October 17 - 27, 2009 Optional extension to Qatar: October 27-29
Explore the rich and varied cultural heritage of Jordan, this "jewel" of the Middle East, as we tour: the ancient capital of Amman; Petra, the "most spectacular site of the Middle East;" and Jerash, a remarkably well-preserved Roman provincial city. We'll visit the Dead Sea and the majestic landscape of Wadi Rum, made famous by the epic Lawrence of Arabia.
Then our focus shifts to the many faces of the United Arab Emirates, one of the world's youngest nations. Experience its unparalleled growth and glittering development amidst the challenge of preserving strong ties to its cultural and artistic heritage.
An optional extension to Qatar includes: a visit to I.M. Pei's "floating" Museum of Islamic Art; a tour of the 2500 acre campus of "Education City;" and a private briefing at Al-Jazeera, the government-funded television network. Contact Evans Wyro (925/254-5295) or Judy Wood (925/254-7047). Full Flyer (Requires Acrobat)
Costa Rica—Off the BeatenTrack–Natural Sciences Guild
October 27–November 8, 2009
This specially crafted 12-day trip brings us in contact with the natural resources of the South Pacific region of Costa Rica, an area that sees fewer tourists than the north. We will go as the wet season ends, when the forests and gardens are lush and regenerated. With our naturalist guide, we can expect see wonderful birds as well as other wildlife on land and sea. Highlights include two nights at the Savegre Lodge in the cloud forest of the Tallamanca Mountains and two nights at Las Cruces Biological Station, where we will visit one of the finest collections of tropical plants in Central America. Contact Rita Reining (510/569-7494).
The Philadelphia Story–Art Guild
November 10–15, 2009
This will likely be our last opportunity to visit The Barnes Foundation, a major private collection of Impressionist, Post Impressionist, and American early modern art. The collection is still in its original suburban mansion, but will soon be making a controversial move downtown. Among other highlights are the 33rd annual Philadelphia Craft Show, a premier exhibition and sale of the best of contemporary American craft; The Philadelphia Museum of Art and the Rodin Museum. We’ll also visit private collections, artists’ studios, and galleries in the Old City. Contact Evans Wyro (925/254-5295) or Judy Wood (925/254-7047).
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