Hancock County Agency on Aging, Inc.

Our trips are open to seniors and their friends of all ages. Contact Betty Rozelle at 419-423-8496 for more information or to place reservations. Payment is required to confirm and hold your reservation. Additional flyers are available at the Senior Center (Hancock County Agency on Aging) located at 423 Trenton Ave., Findlay or by going online to our website at www.HancockSeniors.org.

Travelers are asked to arrive at least 15 minutes prior to departure time to allow for check-in and boarding. Please park in the stone lot to the west of our parking lot. Click here to read Trip Policy

DAY TRIPPIN'
Travelers are asked to arrive at least 15 minutes prior to departure time to allow for check-in and boarding.

Sauder Village & Spangler Candy Factory
Archbold & Bryan, Ohio
Thursday, May 22, 2008

Enjoy a trip back in time as you stroll the streets and shops of Sauder Village. Located in Archbold, Ohio, Sauder Village is a recreation of a late 1800’s rural Ohio town and includes shops, studios, farm buildings and an extensive museum. Interpreters and artisans dressed in period clothing tell visitors about the by-gone ways of life while demonstrating traditional arts and crafts. Following our visit to the village, we’ll lunch under original, hand-hewn beams in the Barn Restaurant.

Next, it’s off to Bryan to tour the Spangler Candy Factory. We’ll travel by trolley through this mammoth, 500,000 square foot state-of-the-art manufacturing facility where they make a wide variety of popular brand name candies, including Dumdum Pops, Smarties and Jelly Belly jelly beans.

$69 per person includes transportation, admissions, tours and lunch in the Barn Restaurant. Paid reservations are due by May 19.

Sailing out of Port Clinton, the Jet Express offers the smoothest ride across Lake Erie. Traveling at speeds of up to 40 mph, you’ll pass seven Lake Erie Islands and many unique points of interest along the scenic 12 ½ mile route.

Put-In-Bay located on South Bass Island, is a colorful, Victorian village boasting a waterfront park, unique shops and eateries. The island offers a number of historic attractions, including a vintage carousel. And, of course, no trip to Put-In-Bay would be complete without a trip to the top of the 352 foot tall Perry’s Monument for a spectacular view.

Kelley’s Island is a nature-lovers’ paradise. Quaint island shops and restaurants offer opportunities to browse or relax. Visit the largest prehistoric glacial grooves in existence or lounge at the state park beach. You can even rent bicycles or golf carts to explore the scenic countryside.

$99 per person includes motorcoach transportation and Jet Express ferry. Meals are on your own.

Cleveland Indians vs Detroit Tigers
Jacobs Field, Cleveland, Ohio
Thursday, July 31, 2008

On Thursday, July 31, The Senior Center will host an excursion to Jacob’s Field (now called “Progressive”) in Cleveland to see the defending American League Central Division Champion Cleveland Indians battle their division rivals the Detroit Tigers. Volunteer Coordinator Mike Noggle and Nancy Siferd will be the escorts for the trip.

Once again, this is an early start game, so barring any unforeseen circumstances, we should be home for supper. Reminder, sunscreen and a brimmed hat are recommended.

$50 per person includes transportation and admission. Paid reservations due by July 25.

Everyone had such a great time in February, we’ve been asked to make a return trip to The Jiffy Mix Factory in Chelsea, Michigan. To spice things up, Betty and Nancy have added a top secret mystery stop to the itinerary. While we can’t share anything about the mystery stop at this time, we can tell you that the Chelsea Milling Company has been milling flour in Chelsea for one hundred years and making Jiffy Mixes since 1930. Chelsea is a complete manufacturer, handling the entire process in-house from storing and milling the flour right down to making the readily identifiable Jiffy Mix boxes. The tour includes a slide presentation, refreshment period and a walk through the packaging plant (some stairs, walking required is about one city block).

Anyone who has ever been on a trip with Betty and Nancy know that it will be a good time…and that the mystery stop is sure to be a memorable one.

$69 per person includes transportation, tours and by special arrangement, each member of our group will receive one of the popular Jiffy Mix sampler cases. Lunch is on your own. Paid reservations are due by Tuesday, August 5.

Vickie Lawrence & Mama: A Two-Woman Show
The Aladdin Shrine Center, Columbus, Ohio
Saturday, August 23, 2008

Vickie Lawrence is one of the most popular television personalities of her generation. Vickie began her career as a part of the beloved “Carol Burnett Show” where at the ripe-old age of 24 she created her most endearing character, Mama. In this two-woman show, Vickie showcases her many talents, including stand-up comedy, music and observations about life. This versatile entertainer is mostly known for her acting and comedic talents, but she also earned a gold record for the 1973 hit, “The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia.” Please note, this is an evening performance.

$75 per person includes transportation, dinner and the show. Paid reservations are due by Thursday, August 21.

Red…Hot…& Blue “White Christmas”
A Hilarious 1950’s Christmas Party
Villa Milano Ballroom, Columbus, Ohio
Wednesday, November 19, 2008

Once in a great while a show comes along with a message that all want to hear. It makes you want to laugh, applaud and cry. Red…Hot…& Blue “White Christmas” is one of those shows with dancing, multiple costume changes and a variety of Christmas songs. So come, and celebrate a classic Christmas through the decades.

$69 per person includes transportation, luncheon and the show. Paid reservations are due by Monday, November 17.

Christmas-time in Holmes County offers a journey to a simpler time. We’ll start our day with a horse drawn wagon ride and warm-up with some hot chocolate. Lunch will be on our own, including time to shop the bulk food store. Then, we’ll visit an Amish homestead where we’ll each make our own pie (be sure to pack your rolling pin).

Once we’ve dusted off the flour, we’ll visit the beautiful display of Christmas Trees and intricately carved trains at the Warther Museum. The trains are all carved with hand tools and are complete in exquisite detail. The craftsmen at Warther are also world renown for creating some of the best knives to be found anywhere. Then it’s on to the Reeves Mansion, elegantly decked out for the holidays.

Finally, we’ll return to the Amish homestead to top off our day with a button-busting holiday meal featuring holiday favorites and wonderful desserts. Each guest will receive a handmade Christmas card from the Amish and take home the pie that they made.

$99 per person includes transportation, tours, admissions, and dinner. Lunch is on your own. Bring your own rolling pin for pie baking. Paid reservations due by November 17.

RAMBLIN’ & GAMBLIN’
Casino trips depart The Senior Center parking lot at 8:00 am and return around 6:00 pm. Please arrive at 15-30 minutes before departure.

EXTENDED TRAVEL--
Pack Your Bags
Looking for a chance to really get away? Then join The Traveling Seniors of Hancock County for one of these great tours. Please call Betty for details at 419-423-8496.

Michigan & Mackinac Island
Grand Rapids, Kewadin Shores Casino & Frankemuth
September 1- 4, 2008

The first stop on this Michigan tour is Grand Rapids where we’ll visit the Gerald R. Ford Museum and the Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park. The Meijer Gardens are the second most popular attraction in Michigan, featuring a large tropical conservatory, indoor theme gardens, outdoor gardens, sculpture and nature trails.

On the second day, we’ll travel to St. Ignace, located on the shore of Lake Michigan, just north of the Mackinaw Bridge. There we’ll settle into the Kewadin Shores Casino for a two-night stay with all the gaming and excitement of a Las Vegas Casino. While there, we’ll travel by ferry to Mackinac Island and be transported back to a simpler time. Participants will enjoy a horse-drawn carriage tour of the island before enjoying luncheon at the renowned Grand Hotel, made even more famous as the setting of the Christopher Reeves movie, “Somewhere in Time.”

Finally, we’ll head home by way of Frankenmuth, known as “Michigan’s Little Bavaria” and home to the world-famous Bronner’s Christmas Wonderland.”

$725 pp double occupancy includes transportation, 3 nights lodging, 6 meals, admissions and more.

Mt. Rushmore, The Badlands & Black Hills of South Dakota
Also including Wall Drug Store, history & casinos in Deadwood
& Crazy Horse Memorial
September 13-21, 2008

Our very own Nancy Siferd will escort you on this trip. Anyone who has travelled with Nancy will tell you, you'll have a great time!

You’ll see the best of the West on this tour! From your spacious, video and restroom equipped motor coach you’ll enjoy the vast panoramas of the American West on your way to some of the most interesting and inspiring sights in the U.S.

En route to South Dakota, you’ll enjoy stops at the Des Moines Botanical Center and the world-famous Wall Drug Store. In South Dakota, you’ll be amazed at some of the most spectacular feats that man and nature have created, including the beloved Mt. Rushmore, Crazy Horse Monument (10x the size of Mt. Rushmore!) and the vast and awe-inspiring Badlands National Park. In Deadwood, you’ll have the opportunity to visit the haunts of Wild Bill Hickock and Calamity Jane as well as enjoy some casino-style gaming excitement in the beautifully restored historic hotels and saloons. The journey home will include stops at The Corn Palace, famous for its murals meticulously crafted of corn and other natural materials, and experience early life on the prairie at the Living History Farms.

$725 pp double occupancy includes deluxe motor coach transportation, 8 nights lodging, 14 meals, admissions and more. Does not include taxes, surcharges and other fees. Final payment due 7/8/08.

Munich, Salzburg & Vienna
Plus Neuschwanstein, Innsbruck and a Cruise on the Danube River
September 27-October 5, 2008

Fall is a delightful time to visit

Germany

and

Austria

, the air is crisp and the summer tourist crowds have dissipated. On this trip, you’ll see first hand some of the best known travel sites in the world including the Bavarian Alps and “Mad” King Ludwig’s fairy tale castle, Neuschwanstein.

Old and new mingle in bustling Munich where you’ll go sightseeing with a local guide. The medieval city of Salzburg has much to offer; including the exquisite Mirabell Gardens, Mozart’s birthplace in the Getreidegasse, and ancient St. Peter’s churchyard, a familiar site to fans of the movie “Sound of Music.” Vienna is home to music and culture as well as the United Nations City. Here you’ll drive along Ring Boulevard and visit the Hofburg Palace, Heldenplatz and St. Stephen’s Cathedral. A leisurely cruise along the scenic Danube River will be a fitting finale to your tour.

$2486 pp double occupancy includes air, lodging, 7 buffet breakfasts, 3 dinners, ground transportation, tour escorts and more. Does not include taxes, surcharges and other fees. Final payment due 7/8/08.

Trip Policy
When you are interested in a trip, please sign up on time and pay by the date due. This will ensure that the trip can go and that you have a seat.
~ Reservations for trips are not confirmed until fully paid. Seats are on a first come first served basis. Unpaid reservations will not be held.

~ If there is a waiting list and you do not pay in a timely manner, your seat may be sold to someone else.

~ HCAOA reserves the right to cancel a trip for any reason. In the event that HCAOA cancels a trip, money will be refunded in a timely manner.

~ Cancellations made by a guest BEFORE the final payment date will be refunded.

~ Guest Cancellations AFTER the final payment date WILL NOT BE REFUNDED unless the seat is sold to another.

~ HCAOA will not be held liable for delays caused by acts of God, public enemies, riots, strikes, authority of law, accidents, break downs, bad road conditions or other causes beyond our control and does not guarantee to arrive at or depart from any point at a specified time.

~ No alcohol, drugs, smoking, or weapons are allowed in the Senior Center or on the Senior Center’s bus.

~ When traveling with another tour company, their trip policy takes precedence.

~ When you are interested in a trip, please sign up on time and pay by the date due. This will ensure that the trip can go and that you have a seat.

~ Reservations for trips are not confirmed until fully paid. Seats are on a first come first served basis. Unpaid reservations will not be held.

~ If there is a waiting list and you do not pay in a timely manner, your seat may be sold to someone else.

~ HCAOA reserves the right to cancel a trip for any reason. In the event that HCAOA cancels a trip, money will be refunded in a timely manner.

~ Cancellations made by a guest BEFORE the final payment date will be refunded.

~ Guest Cancellations AFTER the final payment date WILL NOT BE REFUNDED unless the seat is sold to another.

~ HCAOA will not be held liable for delays caused by acts of God, public enemies, riots, strikes, authority of law, accidents, break downs, bad road conditions or other causes beyond our control and does not guarantee to arrive at or depart from any point at a specified time.

~ No alcohol, drugs, smoking, or weapons are allowed in the Senior Center or on the Senior Center’s bus.

~ When traveling with another tour company, their trip policy takes precedence.