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Participants from previous programs What age must I be to participate? We accept adults of all ages; however, most participants are age 45+. |
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Uncommon Communities Upper Mississippi River Missouri River |
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Exploring Uncommon Communities:
A Touch of History, A Taste of Utopia
April 29 - May 5, 2012 7 days, 6 nights, 16 meals. "This has been the most thought-provoking, | Diane Van Wyngarden Iowa State University Road Scholar (641) 295-5757 dvw@iastate.edu ![]() |
Enjoy a personal visit with Old Order Amish inside their homes and barns; learn about their lifestyle and beliefs; see how they operate their kitchens and woodworking shops without electricity. Then cross the Mississippi River into Illinois to explore beautiful Nauvoo, home of the Mormons and lesser known Icarians. Back in Iowa, we are treated to a private peek inside the homes and domes of the Maharishi in Vedic City and an organic lunch at the Raj Resort, referred to as the "Mayo Clinic of natural healing." Discover the history and humor of the Amana Colonies from a noted colony historian and unveil the wonderfully rich true story that lies behind the restaurants and fudge shops that many people think of as the Amanas. As we return to Pella, Iowa, we enjoy a day of ethnic foods, costumed Dutch dancing and parades at Pella's famous Tulip Festival and enjoy Pella's unique Dutch downtown and canal area. Savor themed dining, which encapsulate the study of the societies we learn about each day. This program begins and ends in Des Moines, Iowa.
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Upper Mississippi River Reflections:
Historic Towns, Trails and Tales Program number 14948 Programs begin and end | |||||
Learn about the Mighty Mississippi from regional experts as we travel the river and the Great River Road National Scenic Byway, exploring historic towns, seasonal foliage, migratory birds and local stories. River excursions include a seven-hour cruise on historic Victorian riverboat; a half day chartered eco tour narrated by a towboat captain through locks and National Wildlife Refuge; and the personal stories by a commercial clammer on a large pontoon boat into backwaters. Day trips include the National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium in Dubuque, Iowa; historical tour of Galena, Illinois; Pike's Peak bluff and other spectacular scenic overlooks along the route. Overnight lodging in 3-star hotels include Onalaska, WI and Dubuque, IA. Click here to see Program Details. | ||||||
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Missouri River Reflections:
A Ribbon of Legends Through Four States Program number 18423 6 days, 5 nights, 14 meals |
The Missouri has a history like no other river. Explore this great waterway's legends as you travel the Loess Hills Scenic Byway into Iowa, Nebraska, Kansas and Missouri. Meet a modern-day treasure hunter and his steamboat discovery in Kansas City; walk the brick streets of Omaha's Old Market; fly through Amelia Earhart's home in Atchison, KS; and trot into Saint Joseph, MO, to see where the Pony Express began and Jesse James ended. Study Harry Truman's life in Independence, and follow Lewis and Clark's footsteps to Council Bluffs, Iowa.
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