Ralph and Jenni's
Appalachian
Mountain Club
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Upcoming Major Excursions:
AMC Major Excursion Trip #0916
Spring Hiking in Spectacular Ireland
June 3-16, 2009
Lakes of KilarneyJoin us for twelve days of spectacular spring hiking in Ireland as we explore Dublin, breathtaking scenery, National Parks, mountains, glens, loughs, bogs and moorlands on moderate-paced hikes and visit pubs, some castles and ancient sites. Enjoy marvelous scenery in Wicklow NP, the Ring of Kerry, Killarney NP, the Dingle Peninsula, The Burren NP with its strange geology, the Cliffs of Moher, and Coonemara NP. Daily excursions include intermediate hikes, stops at visitor centers, and scenic drives for fun and adventure and learning about the history, flora, fauna, and culture. Time will be allowed to "smell the roses" and to enjoy the wonders. The adventure begins in Dublin and ends at Shannon. Fee includes accommodations in three star hotels, Irish breakfasts, some dinners, bus with guide. $2,995 per person dbl occupancy plus estimated airfare of $400-700 per person.
For detailed info and forms see website: http://blumenthal.home.comcast.net/AMC/ and/or email leader at rblumenthal@comcast.net (Note: no hyphens in web or email addresses) If no email, Call Leader Ralph Blumenthal, Tel: 732-264-8482. CL Jenni Blumenthal.
For Prospectus and registration information click here
To apply to join the trip to Ireland you will need one copy of each of the following forms for each person:
For AMC Confidential Health Questionnaire Form click here
For AMC Confidential Supplemental Medical Questionnaire Form click here
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AMC Major Excursion Trip #1005
Cinnamon Bay, St. John USVI: Snorkeling, Hiking, UnwindingFebruary 5 - 14, 2010
Join us for ten days of spectacular swimming, snorkeling, hiking, and relaxing on one of the most beautiful islands in the world: wonderful St. John in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Comfortable camping in either tents or cottages with all equipment provided at Cinnamon Bay Campground in the U.S. Virgin Islands National Park. Swim and snorkel in the 80 degree Caribbean waters while your friends and neighbors at home shovel snow. All welcome. Join us exploring the National Park, its pristine beaches and the many fish and creatures that inhabit the coral reefs. Daily organized excursions for fun and adventure and learning about the history, flora, fauna, and culture of this island. Fee for ten days is $1,090 per person dbl occupancy plus estimated airfare of $400-600 per person includes accommodations (lg. platform tents), group jitneys, and ground transportation. After 1/1/2010 the fee is $1,140. Cottages $190 extra.
For detailed info and forms see website: http://blumenthal.home.comcast.net/AMC/ and/or email leader at rblumenthal@comcast.net (Note: no hyphens in web or email addresses) If no email, Send lg. SASE to L Ralph Blumenthal, 41 Stoney Brook Rd., Holmdel, NJ 07733. Tel: 732-264-8482. CL Cliff Gerenz Tel: 201-791-0293. CL Jenni Blumenthal.
For Prospectus and registration information click here
To apply to join the trip to St. John you will need one copy of each of the following forms for each person:
For AMC Confidential Health Questionnaire Form click here
For AMC Confidential Supplemental Medical Questionnaire Form click here
To get an idea of what St. John trips are like take a look at the next link:
For notes and pictures from recent St. John trips click here.
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AMC Major Excursion Trip #1001
The Galápagos Archipelago by Land and by Sea
March 8-20, 2010
(Note that at this writing the dates are tentative)
Land IguanaEnjoy 10 days in the unique Galápagos Archipelago on this land-and sea-based custom trip accompanied by experienced multi-lingual guides and naturalists. The natural history, singular environment, remarkable spring plants and creatures of this Natural Heritage Site and Biosphere Reserve are revered the world over. A combination of motoring by boat through the Galápagos Archipelago and spending a few days in land based hotels is one of the best ways to see this incredible region and allows you to experience the best the Galápagos has to offer. In an effort to protect and preserve these “enchanted isles”, that literally changed the world, access is restricted and regulated. During our time on board the motor yacht, our permit allows us to visit these protected sites. We plan to visit at least two sites per day (2-3 hours each) where you will explore on foot and by snorkel. Hikes and snorkeling excursions have been planned during the land-based days of the itinerary. If Park regulations permit it in 2010, sea kayaking for a half day will be included in the itinerary
Our stay in the Galápagos will be much longer than standard 4-7 day trips which are only boat based. So that we can better appreciate and understand the uniqueness of the Galápagos we will be accompanied by top-level naturalist/guides while in the islands. We are contracting with O.A.R.S (see www.oars.com) and their international subsidiary, Travel Outdoors, for the detailed arrangements for this trip. O.A.R.S. has received an award as the "Best Adventure Travel Company on Earth" in the River and Sea category from National Geographic Adventure magazine. Access to the Galápagos is highly regulated and visitors must be accompanied by licensed guides and only a limited number of licensed boats are permitted in the islands. In order to make a firm reservation with specific dates for the desired boat we will need to make a significant and non-refundable deposit. So if you would like to participate, we urge you to sign up as soon as possible.
For detailed info and forms see website: http://blumenthal.home.comcast.net/AMC/ and/or email leader at rblumenthal@comcast.net (Note: no hyphens in web or email addresses) If no email, Send lg. SASE to L Ralph Blumenthal, 41 Stoney Brook Rd., Holmdel, NJ 07733. Tel: 732-264-8482. CL Jenni Blumenthal.
For Prospectus and registration information click here
To apply to join the trip to the Galapagos you will need one copy of each of the following forms for each person:
For AMC Confidential Health Questionnaire Form click here
For AMC Confidential Supplemental Medical Questionnaire Form click here
For Travel Outdoors Participant Agreement, Release and Assumption of Risk Form click here
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Pictures from previous AMC Major ExcursionsFor notes and pictures from recent St. John trips click here.
For notes and pictures of the May 2008 trip to Utah click here.
For notes and pictures of the October 2005 trip to Italy click here.
For notes and pictures of the June 2003 trip to Iceland click here.
For notes and pictures from the February 2003 St. John trip click here.
For notes and pictures of the March 2002 trip to New Zealand click here.
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