Current Caravans 2012
Dates: 7/5-8/24/2012
Landmarks West Following the Lewis and Clark Trail
This is a new caravan that combines the first half of the Landmarks West Caravan with the Lewis & Clark Trail. This 50-day caravan will rendezvous at the confluence of the Missouri and Mississippi Rivers (where Lewis & Clark did). We will follow their route up the Missouri River, across mountain passes to the Snake and Columbia Rivers and on to Warrenton, OR (Fort Clatsop), the western terminus of their journey. The Corps of Discovery spent the very wet winter of 1805-1806 here. We, however, will enjoy seafood, and great weather on the Pacific Ocean.Our route will take us from St. Louis across Missouri, up through Iowa, the Dakotas, across Montana (including Glacier National Park), then drop down into Yellowstone National Park for a few days; cross into Idaho and over Lolo Pass to the Snake and Columbia rivers down to the Pacific Ocean. Besides Glacier and Yellowstone National Parks, you will have the opportunity to explore and visit many, many interesting, informative and beautiful locations. Our focus will be on the adventures of Lewis & Clark, but we will also take in several other landmarks as we experience the West.
More Info: http://landmarks.wbcci.net
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Caravan Number: N-41- B
Dates: 9/12-10/12/2012
The Great River Road
The longest National Scenic Byway in the United States is the Great River Road which starts in Minnesota and begins at the headwaters of the great Mississippi River in Itasca State Park. Come with us for an opportunity to explore the many scenic, historic and recreational attractions along the mighty Mississippi as it winds 2552 miles to the Gulf of Mexico. The Great River Road is the backbone for our journey from Bemidji, MN to West Memphis, AR. Enjoy the sights and sounds as North America’s largest river turns from a babbling brook in the tall pines to a mighty highway of commerce. We will crisscross the states of Wisconsin, Iowa, Illinois, Missouri, Arkansas and Tennessee as we enjoy the old river towns and the modern cities that have played such an important part in the history of our great country. There will be boat trips, bus & trolley tours, dinners and entertainment including an evening with Mark Twain Himself. Join us for this great 30 day trek as we meander through countryside that provided Tom Sawyer and his friends their boyhood adventures.
More Info: http://riverroad.wbcci.net
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Caravan Number: N-41-D
Dates: 2/29-4/1/2012
The CIVIL WAR – PART II
We’ll rendezvous in Charleston, SC., and tour Fort Sumter where the war officially began. Also visit The Citadel and the Confederate submarine, The Hunley. Then we’ll make our way through Georgia stopping in Savannah and touring Forts McAllister, Pulaski and Jackson. The infamous prison at Andersonville, the National Civil War Naval Museum, and the Civil War Locomotive Museum among other sights. Moving into Tennessee our caravan will explore Lookout Mountain, Chickamauga, Stones River, the town of Franklin and more. Throughout the caravan we will enjoy the majesty of historic antebellum homes and plantations, authentic Southern cuisine (some meals will be enjoyed in historic homes), lovely national parks, lively entertainment, places of great scenic beauty, and other memorable events not always tied to the 1860′s.
More Info: http://civilwar.wbcci.net
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Caravan Number: N-41-G
Dates: 8/31-10/17/2012
South West Adventure Caravan
Southwest Adventure Caravan will be in September and October capturing the awesome beauty of the fall landscapes. Beginning in Durango, you will visit the higher vistas first, before traveling on to lower altitudes hoping to escape early snow. You will discover regions of New Mexico, Arizona, Utah and Colorado that the casual tourist doesn’t see. Taking the roads less traveled you will visit Indian pueblos, festivals, cultural centers and museums. Native American guides will help you to understand their language, customs, and ancient rituals. You will enjoy touring Albuquerque and Santa Fe by trolley or Segway finding wonderful shopping and dining in both. A half-day boat trip on Lake Powell takes you to Rainbow Bridge while a narrow gauge railway delivers you to Silverton from Durango. In Arizona, splash through Canyon de Chelly, then stroll through Antelope Canyon. Keep that camera handy for around every bend there is a new picture opportunity. Raft down the Colorado River and tour Monument Valley, then proceed to the North Rim of the Grand Canyon. Come prepared for all kinds of weather as you travel at high and lower altitudes – cold to warmer temperatures. America the Beautiful passes – formerly called Golden Age Pass will save you money for entrances into the many parks we explore including Zion, Bryce, North Rim of the Grand Canyon, Arches, Canyonlands and Capitol Reef. Plans are to attend the Balloon Festival near Albuquerque. We conclude with a final banquet in Santa Fe. Come prepared to have fun with your fellow caravanners and leaders.
More Info: http://swadventure.wbcci.net
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Caravan Number: N-41-H
Dates: 10/2-11/10/2012
SOUTHEAST COAST SPECTACULAR
If you love seafood and want to explore the historic southeast coast of the United States, this is the caravan for you. We’ll visit a historic US Lifesaving Service Station (predecessor to the Coast Guard) in Delaware, eat seafood, spend a day at the Chincoteague Oyster Festival in Virginia, visit countless museums, lighthouses and beaches, eat seafood and see the sights in the historic southeast. Did we mention that we’re going to eat seafood? We’ll also attend Morning Colors and graduation ceremonies at the US Marine Corps Recruit Depot at Parris Island. The caravan will travel about six weeks starting at the Delaware Seashore State Park, (south of Rehoboth Beach) and traveling (eating) through coastal Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina and ending at the Georgia Sea Islands. The kitty fee includes campgrounds with full hookups, many meals, boat, carriage and bus tours, museums admissions and much more! discretion after
More Info: http://secoast.wbcci.net
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Caravan Number: N-41-I
Dates: 6/4-6/23/2012
TASTE OF THE BLUE RIDGE
Come with us as we travel the Blue Ridge Parkway from end to end. It will be a 500 mile adventure as we explore the history of the area enjoy the scenery, listen to the mountain music, and soak up the beauty of this unique roadway and the surrounding area.
The driving route will cover the entire Parkway and our stops will allow us to experience things like train excursions, Early American history, the biggest private home in the USA, some Civil War history, a Winery or two, mountain crafts, and much, much more.
A word of Caution: The Blue Ridge Parkway is a winding 2 lane scenic road with a speed limit of 45 mph (you should drive slower than that to take maximum advantage of the scenery). It extends for about 500 miles through the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina and Virginia. The road goes up and down and around the mountains -often- and the elevation varies from 650 to 4900ft. Our longest travel day will be about 140 miles. If this kind of travel bothers you, you should not consider this adventure. If you think this adventure is for you, your equipment should be in top shape.
More Info: http://blueridge.wbcci.net
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Caravan Number: N-41-J
Dates: 3/13-3/26/2012
LOUISIANA CAJUN HERITAGE
Come and go with us to Louisiana and take a boat ride into a bayou swamp, tour a real oil drilling rig, see the State Capitol and old plantation homes. We will go into the Cajun Country and experience the sound of a unique music and language, taste Cajun food and listen to Cajun accordion music. Tour rice and sugar cane farms and learn how they harvest crawfish. See live alligators, eagles, blue heron and more. Come and learn all about the Cajun Culture. Some of the tours are walking tours. On the oil rig there are some stairs to climb.
More Info: http://cajun.wbcci.net
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Caravan Number: N-41-K
Dates: 7/12-9/12/2012
ALYESKA, THE GREAT LAND
“The Land of the Midnight Sun”- The Alaska Caravan will start in Dawson Creek, B.C., where the Alaska Highway begins at Mile Post 0 and travel for 1500 miles to Fairbanks, AK. We will be travelling through Yukon Territory, to Whitehorse where we will turn North and travel up to Dawson City, YT where we will ferry across the Yukon River and drive the famous “Top Of The World Highway”, to the town of Chicken, AK and then visit Eagle (pop. 15) As we continue we will experience many activities such as “Klondike Kate’s”, Laird River Hotsprings, take the River Boat Discovery in Fairbanks, and experience a real Alaska Salmon Bake and Dinner Show. We will see many glaciers, visit Denali Park, Mount McKinley, Juneau, pan for gold, travel along the famous Alaska Pipeline, and visit the North Pole, (home of the real Santa Claus). On our return south we will drive the Cassiar Highway into British Columbia and end the Caravan at Prince George. You will enjoy unprecedented wildlife viewing opportunities, world class fishing, and astonishing scenery on this “Once in a Lifetime Adventure!”
More Info: http://alyeska.wbcci.net
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Caravan Number: N-41-M
9/17-10/20/2012
GONE TO TEXAS
The letters GTT were familiar in the United States during the early 1800’s. They meant GONE TO TEXAS. Come with us and see why it was the place to be as we travel from Hillsboro just south of Fort Worth, “Where The West Begins”, to the beautiful Texas Hill country west of San Antonio. Along the way we will visit Buffalo country, Indian Country, Oil Patches, Carlsbad Caverns, Texas Salt Flats, Old Missions, Cavalry Forts, travel along the United States Mexico border, A PASSPORT WILL BE REQUIRED FOR ANY TRAVEL INTO MEXICO. A World Famous Observatory, Mystery Lights at Marfa, Big Bend National Park, The “Hanging Judge” The Alamo, an exotic game ranch, a dude ranch, and much more. Leave a message for your friends—GTT. Moderate hiking may be required on some events.
More Info: http://gonetotexas.wbcci.net
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Caravan Number: N-41-N
4/28-5/20/2012
Springtime In Kentucky
Renfro Valley, KY Text: Beautiful horses, lush green rolling hills, and home of the Corvette: these are just a few of the words to describe the beautiful state of Kentucky. Kentucky has something for everyone! For the first time, we will begin the 3 week caravan in Bowling Green, home of the Corvette, and from there we will travel to 7 different areas, each with its own history, geography and culture. You will have an opportunity to spend a day at the races at the famous Churchill Downs, learn about the bourbon industry, visit a horse farm, spend a morning at My Old Kentucky Home, and visit the childhood home of Loretta Lynn. We will end our journey at Renfro Valley, a mecca of bluegrass music that predates The Grand Ole Opry, and Berea, known as the Art Capitol of the State. In every area we will sample the southern style “home cooking” without you having to do the cooking. And these are just a few of the many places of interest you will explore! We can’t wait to welcome you to Kentucky, where hospitality is the rule, not the exception!
More Info: http://discoverkentucky.wbcci.net
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