PAC EVENTS FOR 2006
March 28
50 Years of Hostelling and Travels to 117 Countries
Washington, DC Hostel (11th & K Streets, NW)
Tuesday, March 28, 7 pm
Slide Presentation by Dr. Don Messersmith
Don Messersmith is a retired professor of Entomology and Ornithology and leader of exotic nature treks to every continent, most recently to China and Brazil. He will leads us though the history of Hostelling as the movement started in 1912 Germany, became an international movement, spread to the US and then during WWII took root in Washington DC. Visit those moments in history and meet the people, especially of our area, who had the vision to help all, especially the young, gain a greater understanding of the world and its people though hostelling!
Formerly president of Potomac Area Council (PAC), Don began hostelling when John D. Rockefeller was honorary President of American Youth Hostels. Don's fifty years of hostelling and travel on every continent, including bringing home a hostelling wife tells the story, with slides, of hostelling and travel in a manner that can not be beat! Don’t miss this unique look at travel, hostelling, and DC history
Come and learn about hostelling, the world and DC as this FREE slide presentation!
RSVP, if possible, to info@potomachostels.org or leave message at PAC office (202) 783-4943 to insure there are enough free refreshments for all attendees.
Location is North of Metro Center and East of McPherson Square Metro station.
Sponsored by the Potomac Area Council of HI-USA.
April 4
May 20 Saturday – Moonlight Memorial Bicycle Ride
- Ride your bicycle for 15 miles among the Nation's Capital monuments under the glow of the moon and stars that will contribute to an experience that will long be remembered. For more detail information select moonmemride2006
- 8:00 pm Gathering time at PAC HI Hostel, 11th & Kst NW, Washington DC
- 9:00 pm Start time
- Must have a working bicycle with lights (some will be available)
- The ride is free of charge but donations, recommended $10, are encouraged
- POC Larry Black at Larry's email or 301-831-5151 (work) or www.bike123.com
- Support by Mt Airv Bicycles/College Park Bicycles
- During numerous trips to Italy, Denny Lynch has documented its rich history and culture through the lens of his camera. Denny states "Whether I am walking through the ancient Forum in Rome, looking at Renaissance art in Florence, or eating a delicious meal anywhere on the peninsula, I am enthralled with this country."
- 6:30 pm at the Pratt Central library (across the street from the Baltimore Hostel) in the POE Room
- 7:30 pm reception at the Baltimore Hostel
- For more detail information go to Baltimore Hostel website
- POC Mary Jane German at Mary Jane email or 703-256-4844
- 7:00 pm at Maryland NonProfit Silver Spring location 8720 Georgia Avenue, Ste
303. Call Murty at home & cell if you can't get in.- POC is David Toleman at Toleman email or 202-213-2620
- Co-hosted by Hostelling International. This clinic is for the adventurous traveler and students heading abroad. If you're thinking about a summer in Europe or a trek through South America, then you’ll want to join our travel specialists for an informative discussion on what you’ll need and what to leave at home, security, documentation, and travel tips.
- 7:30 pm at REI Rockville, 1701 Rockville Pike, 301-230-7670, one block from the Twin Brook Metro Stop
- http://www.rei.com/stores/rockville/index.html
- Celebrate the annual travel challenge delivering tons of humanitarian aid to Cuba. Simple Cuban-style dinner and program. $10 donation.
- 6:30 pm at Baltimore Hostel, located at 17 W. Mulberry Street between Charles and Cathedral streets, by the Basilica of the Assumption and the Central Pratt Library in Mount Vernon. Garage parking is available one block north on Franklin Street at Charles Street or go to http://www.baltimorehostel.org/news_events/lovelosslonging_cuba
- For further information call 410-366-8818, or 410-381-4899, or see www.baltimore-matanzas.org, or www.friendsoflatinamerica.org.
July 11 Tuesday – PAC Board Meeting (Every 2nd Tuesday at various locations)
- 7:00 pm at Maryland NonProfit Silver Spring location 8720 Georgia Avenue, Ste
303. Call Murty at home & cell if you can't get in.- Few blocks from the Silver Spring metro stop
- POC is David Toleman at Toleman email or 202-213-2620
July 4 Tuesday - 4th of July Picnic at Harpers Ferry Hostel
- Bring your friends and family and help us celebrate the 4th of July in Pac's only 100% owned and opened hostel
- Bring your bike for a ride along the C & O canal, swim suit, tube, hiking shoes, or just a lounge chair
- For more detailed information go to 4th of July Picnic details
- The hostel is located at 19123 Sandy Hook Road, Knoxville, Maryland 301-834-7652
- Go to http://www.harpersferryhostel.org/ for more information on the hostel
- POC Jean Toleman at Toleman email 301-834-8859
Events at the Baltimore Hostel
- Travel Talks - "See the World", September 13 & October 11
Both at 6:30 p.m. at the Pratt Library with receptions following at the Hostel.- Friends of the Baltimore Hostel Officers Needed; to be elected at September 14 meeting
- For more detail information on these events please go to Baltimore Hostel website
- 7:00 pm at Maryland NonProfit Silver Spring location 8720 Georgia Avenue, Ste
303. Call Murty at home & cell if you can't get in.- Few blocks from the Silver Spring metro stop
- POC is David Toleman at Toleman email or 202-213-2620
- Don Messersmith a dedicated hosteler and entomologist visited Brazil's Pantanal - worlds largest wetland, Iguasu Fall, Rio de Janeiro, golden Lion tamarin mmonkeys and Itiatiai National Park
- 6:30 p.m. at the Pratt Library with receptions following at the Hostel
- For more detail information on these events please go to Baltimore Hostel website
- Come and help make plans for the renovations and opening of the Baltimore Hostel
- 7:30 PM at the Baltimore Hostel
- For more detail information on these events please go to Baltimore Hostel website
- The world’s largest consumer event dedicated to organics, sustainability, and social justice
- Come and buy green products and services, to learn from world-renowned speakers, and network to enrich their lives and restore the planet.
- PAC will have a booth (#332) in the Travel Section with The International Eco-Tourism Society, so please stop by and say hi
- If you are interested in volunteering a few hours at the table please send email to info@potomachostels.org
- For more detail information on these events please go to www.greenfestivals.org website
- Tour the nation's Capitols historical monuments, neighborhoods, and scenic viewpoints after your visit to the Green Festival
- Meeting point is 1009 11th St NW and K ST, next to the Washinton DC Hostel www.washingtonhostel.org
- Riders assemble at 8 pm for healthy snacks and refreshments, then leaving at 9 pm for a 90 minute moonlight ride with cue sheets to see the sites
- Ride is free but donations to the nonprofit Potomac Area Council (PAC) of Hostelling International are welcome.
- For details contact Larry black - larry@bike123.com, or www.bike123.com
- Julie Sanche Hostelling International’s travel specialist will lead an informative discussion on what you’ll need and what to leave at home, security, documentation, travel tips, and more.
- For the adventurous traveler and students heading abroad, or thinking about a trip to Europe or backpacking in South America, this clinic is for you.
- 7PM at REI, 11950 Grand Commons Avenue, Fairfax 571-522-6568 www.rei.com/stores/fairfax
- Enjoy meeting other hostelers and seeing the improvements at the Baltimore Hostel while we elect new board members and plan the next year hostelling activities.
- Bring a disk, if you like, for the pot luck lunch
- Lunch will be served at noon, with the annual meeting to be held from 1 - 3 pm
- Board meeting to be held from 3 - 4 pm
- POC is David Toleman at Toleman email or 202-213-2620
Board Events
Oct
- 30 User Fee Reports for July - Sep due
- 31 2007 Annual Council/Club Report (ACR) Deadline Hostelling Experience Reports (HER) for July - Sep due Comment Cards due