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Trip into the Rockies
Saturday, July 23, 2005
Cost $100
On the Saturday before the course begins we are offering a special day trip up into the Rocky Mountains and across the Continental Divide.
You’ll see spectacular scenery and remnants of Colorado’s “wild west” history. There will also be a special stop in Leadville, the birthplace of the “Unsinkable” Molly Brown.
The cost includes: bus trip, tour guide, and two extra nights’ lodging (Friday and Saturday) at the college. It does not include meals for Friday
and Saturday.
If you want to make the trip, mark Day trip to the Rockies on the Registration Form.
Note: No reservations for this trip will be accepted after June 30, 2005, so please sign up right away!
Other Activities
Each year special evening activities are planned for course participants. Some of these events are also open to the public (see note for each event), and the local Welsh group is
encouraged to attend.
Opening Reception
Buffet supper, orientation, and sing-along. Course participants and local Welsh Society members.
Nos Dafarn
An informal evening of Welsh music, singing, and dancing in a local British Isles-style Pub. Public invited; no admission charge
Nos Ddraig
Traditional Welsh Noson Llawen (merry evening) where course participants get a chance to show off their special talents.
Staff Concert
Staff show their stuff as they play, sing, recite, or dance (and, of course, tell jokes). It’s a special opportunity to see how talented
the WHW staff really is. Free to course participants; charge to public
Twmpath Dawns
The Welsh equivalent of a ceilidh or barn dance, where everyone can participate in simple social dances designed to be taught on the spot and
enjoyed by all. Public invited; $5 admission
Yr Eisteddfod
Participate in Wales’ oldest, most venerated tradition, culminating in the chairing and crowning of the bards.
But remember, our Eisteddfod is just for fun! Course participants only
Cymanfa Ganu
Traditional Welsh congregational singing. Program is selected from the official National Gymnafa Ganu hymnal and directed by well-known
Welsh choral conductor, Gareth Hughes Jones. Public invited; free-will offering
Fees and Registration
FEES
See the Registration Form for the 2005 fees. If you need help with fees, contact your local Welsh society.
Some offer scholarships for this type of cultural activity.
PAYMENT
Registration form and $100 per person deposit are due by May 15, 2005; final payment of all fees is due no later than June 15, 2005.
REFUND POLICY
Cancellation before May 24, 2005: full refund;
Cancellation between May 25 and June 24, 2005: refund of one-half of fee;
Cancellation between June 25 and July 10, 2005: refund of one-fourth of fee;
Cancellation after July 10, 2005: no refund
Trip insurance is recommended. Consult AAA or your insurance company for options.)
The Welsh Harp & Heritage Society of North America, Inc.
The Welsh Harp & Heritage Society was established to promote Welsh culture through Wales’ national instrument, the harp, and its associated traditions. The tradition of the harp
in Wales directly relates to may other Welsh traditions including singing, folk dancing, poetry, and, ultimately, the language itself. The main outreach of the society is the annual Welsh Heritage Week.
Membership in the Welsh Harp & Heritage Society is for anyone with an interest in Welsh culture and heritage. Annual society dues are $20 for Individual, $30 for Family, $50 for
Sponsor or $100 for Patron. Members of the Welsh Harp & Heritage Society get a discount on the fee for WHW.
Travel Notes
More information about accommodations and travel will be sent to the course attendees later.
However, we want to let you know that the closest major airport is Denver International Airport and the closest Amtrak station is also in Denver [DEN].
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