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May 29 (Thursday)
Bedford County Dine Around
Bedford County, PA
We are joined by our step-on guide in
historic Bedford County and begin our tour with a stop for photos at the
Claycomb Covered Bridge which spans the Raystown branch of the Juniata
River. En route we learn about the history of Bedford County, including the
newly renovated Bedford Springs Hotel, (the summer White House of President
James Buchanan). Next we travel west on the Old Forbes Trail and learn about
early transportation in the area. Upon arrival at our next destination, the
Jean Bonnet Tavern, you will dine on soup, salad and rolls
while being entertained by colorful local tales of “skirts that rustle in the
night”, bodies uncovered in the basement, and a card game that turned into a
tragedy. The journey continues as we visit the historic Schellsburg Log
Church, (built in 1806), and cemetery with its interesting gravestone
epitaphs. Our next stop is the Snook Covered Bridge, which crosses
Dunnings Creek. The bridge features glistening white boarded sides, a native
stone abutment, and is sure to provide calendar worthy photos. Next is a brief
visit to the Reynoldsburg Fish Culture Station that allows you the
opportunity to visit the modern visitors center, see thousands of trout and
learn about hatchery operations. Its “meat and potatoes” time at
the Slick’s Ivy Stone Restaurant, your next destination. Surrounded by
the fine antiques and collectibles on display throughout the restaurant, your
main course is served by waitresses dressed in colonial costumes. Next we
visit the Bowser Bridge, the final covered bridge included on the tour.
Our next stop is the Fisher’s Country Store, a Mennonite operated store
which features a large array of bulk foods and candles. We have saved the best
for last! Relax as you enjoy a seasonal 18th century colonial dessert
served in the Pendergrass Tavern at Old Bedford Village. A perfect way
to end a day of dining and learning about the early colonists in historic
Bedford County. Rest stops will be made both en route to the Bedford County
area and on the return trip home.
Price: $92.00
Deposit: $25.00/PP
Balance Due: April 15, 2008
Depart Return
Gunther 6:15
AM 10:15 PM
Carney 7:00
AM 9:30 PM
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