(Road Scholar activity level – Outdoor – Spirited)

Known for its pristine forests and decadent local wineries, the Finger Lakes region offers much to be seen and savored. Join us for a unique hiking adventure that explores the gorges, hills and waterfalls of this scenic area, and stop to sample the flavors of some of New York’s finest vineyards. With expert naturalists and foresters, learn about the geologic wonders of local state parks — as well as the waterfalls in Watkins Glen and Ithaca — and hike on trails around Keuka, Cayuga and Seneca Lakes. • At a vineyard along Seneca Lake, learn about its grape harvest and savor some of its most popular wines. • Learn about Iroquois culture during classroom presentations and in the woods with a Seneca forester. • Hike along the famous gorge at Watkins Glen State Park and view the spectacular waterfalls of the lower Gorge. (For May & June: $899 per person double occupancy / +$120 single occupancy and for September & October: $949 per person double occupancy / +$120 single occupancy)  Note that three of the Hiking programs are offered concurrently with other programs: one Iroquois program and two Women at the Fire programs.

(Road Scholar activity level – Outdoor – Spirited)

Known for its pristine forests and decadent local wineries, the Finger Lakes region offers much to be seen and savored. Join us for a unique hiking adventure that explores the gorges, hills and waterfalls of this scenic area, and stop to sample the flavors of some of New York’s finest vineyards. With expert naturalists and foresters, learn about the geologic wonders of local state parks — as well as the waterfalls in Watkins Glen and Ithaca — and hike on trails around Keuka, Cayuga and Seneca Lakes. • At a vineyard along Seneca Lake, learn about its grape harvest and savor some of its most popular wines. • Learn about Iroquois culture during classroom presentations and in the woods with a Seneca forester. • Hike along the famous gorge at Watkins Glen State Park and view the spectacular waterfalls of the lower Gorge. (For May & June: $899 per person double occupancy / +$120 single occupancy and for September & October: $949 per person double occupancy / +$120 single occupancy)  Note that three of the Hiking programs are offered concurrently with other programs: one Iroquois program and two Women at the Fire programs.

(Road Scholar activity level – On Your Feet)

Gather, slump, blow, stretch, throw, build, pour, glaze, twist, burnish and hammer will have new meanings for you after this intensive art week. Join fellow creative women for an introduction to glass-making, ceramics and blacksmithing in one of America's finest small art cities. Quiet, pastoral surroundings let you relax after each day of intensely creative work and learning. Get up close and personal with design, creation, aesthetics and history of handmade art as you try your hand at the torch and the wheel and take your treasures home as keepsakes from your memorable week.  Highlights: • Learn glassmaking, ceramics and blacksmithing techniques from talented instructors and use them to create your own beads, vases, clay pieces and ironwork. • Visit museums and galleries like the Rockwell Museum of American Art and the Corning Museum of Glass, where you’ll learn about 3500 years of glassmaking history and techniques. • Enjoy a curatorial lecture about the work of LC Tiffany and the women behind his legendary lampshades and stained glass windows. ($1079 per person double occupancy/ + $120 for single occupancy)   Note that both Women at the Fire programs are offered concurrently with Hiking programs.

(Road Scholar activity level – Outdoor – Spirited)

Known for its pristine forests and decadent local wineries, the Finger Lakes region offers much to be seen and savored. Join us for a unique hiking adventure that explores the gorges, hills and waterfalls of this scenic area, and stop to sample the flavors of some of New York’s finest vineyards. With expert naturalists and foresters, learn about the geologic wonders of local state parks — as well as the waterfalls in Watkins Glen and Ithaca — and hike on trails around Keuka, Cayuga and Seneca Lakes. • At a vineyard along Seneca Lake, learn about its grape harvest and savor some of its most popular wines. • Learn about Iroquois culture during classroom presentations and in the woods with a Seneca forester. • Hike along the famous gorge at Watkins Glen State Park and view the spectacular waterfalls of the lower Gorge. (For May & June: $899 per person double occupancy / +$120 single occupancy and for September & October: $949 per person double occupancy / +$120 single occupancy)  Note that three of the Hiking programs are offered concurrently with other programs: one Iroquois program and two Women at the Fire programs.

(Road Scholar activity level – Easy Going)

The Iroquois Confederacy, established in the 1400s, united warring Indian nations and established peace in fertile glaciated valleys and mountains of upstate New York. Learn about the legacy of this remarkable culture as you meet members of the Iroquois community and embark on field trips to important sites in Iroquois history. Journey to Ganondagan State Historic Site for presentations by Iroquois educators on their history and culture, and gain a new perspective on Iroquois influences in American representational governance and environmental stewardship. • Learn about the influence of Iroquois Clan mothers on the women's suffrage movement during field trips to the Seneca Falls Women's Rights National Historic Park and Ganondagan State Historic Site in Victor, NY. • Meet two members of the Seneca Hawk Clan for an in-depth look into traditional music, storytelling and history, plus a native forester's perspective. • Enjoy excursions to the Rockwell Museum of American Art and Corning Museum of Glass. ($599 per person double occupancy / +$72 single occupancy)  Note that the October Iroquois program is offered concurrently with a Hiking program.

(Road Scholar activity level – On Your Feet)

Immerse yourself in glass working as you delight in the natural beauty of New York’s Finger Lakes region. Divide 20 studio hours between furnace working, flame working, and cold working as highly qualified glassmakers instruct and help you create beautiful glass objects. At the furnace, try your hand at glassblowing and work with molten glass to fashion paperweights and vessels. Using the basics of flame working, make beads and small scale sculptures. In the kiln shop, create fused jewelry pieces, small slumped projects and learn to sandblast glass. • Don't just watch a demonstration — make glass yourself! • Enjoy a historic walking exploration of the restored Market Street district of downtown Corning. • Marvel at 3500 years of glassmaking at the finest glass museum in the world. ($999 per person double occupancy/ + $120 for single occupancy)

Have you always wondered where real maple syrup comes from? Have you sugared in the past and wish to share this special tradition with your children? Do you choose pure maple syrup over Log Cabin©?

Bring your family and join us in the peaceful and relaxing setting of Watson Homestead for an opportunity to immerse yourself in the process of maple sugaring, while spending quality time with those you love.

Throughout the weekend you will get an opportunity to participate in the process of making maple syrup. Everything from tapping trees, collecting buckets, evaporating away water, feeding the fire, and more. At the end of the weekend, you will return home with maple sugar candy and syrup that you actually helped make.

Making maple syrup takes time, however, when not sugaring you may want to read by the fire, play a game of carpetball, take a hike, join in an arts and craft project, help man the fire, or simply relax on your own. Our desire is that a weekend spent together will strengthen your family’s bond, making lasting memories, through an authentic hands-on experience. We can’t wait to see you in March!

For more information and pricing, download the March Maple Family Weekend Brochure.

To register, please call Watson Homestead at (607) 962-0541, E-mail whomestead@stny.rr.com, or mail registration form to:
Watson Homestead Conference and Retreat Center
9620 Dry Run Road, Painted Post, NY 14870

Got cabin fever?  The cure is Watson Homestead’s Quilters Retreat!

“Scrap Quilt” Weekend Quilt Workshop

Download brochure here.

Scrap Quilts are once again in the spotlight for this year’s weekend workshop. One of the things that is so great about doing scrap quilts is that you learn something new about fabric combinations with each quilt you do.  This year’s quilt will allow you to fine tune your piecing and fabric selection skills while using up fabric you already have on hand. 

     As in the past, Linda’s construction techniques always contain a bit of magic, and this year is no exception. In addition to getting a scrap quilt full of personality, you will also have a BONUS QUILT out of the cutaways.

     The quilt you make this year can range anywhere from table runner size to a bed quilt, as you choose. Your instruction packet will have information for multiple size options, PLUS directions for a second quilt made from the cutaways.  Examples of a wall hanging size (with red borders) shown to the left.

     Just as in past years, Saturday night is “show and tell” and a good time to share projects that you have created. In addition to quilts, also bring along a non-quilt item that you have made. It can be knit, crocheted, painted, jewelry, scrapbook…just something fun to share. 

 * Once registered, students will receive a materials list detailing what to bring.  Workshop is limited to 30 students and a $5 handout fee for all class handouts will be collected in class.  

"Fabric Selection Made Easy" Pre-Retreat Class

     (This optional class will be offered Friday afternoon from 2pm – 5pm.  Those attending the Full Weekend can sign up for an additional $25 fee.  Those interested in attending the Friday Afternoon class only, can do so for a $30 fee.) 

     Does walking into a quilt shop leave you overwhelmed with all of the choices? Have you ever wondered why your fabrics are not as exciting when they are put together as you thought they would be? If you answered “yes” to any of these, then this skill building class is for you.

     During class, you will learn about fabric characteristics, and tips on how to combine fabrics. You will also work with your fabric stash as well as pieces shared among the class, creating your very own Fabric Selection Notebook to reference in future quilt making adventures. 

*  This class will be limited to 30 students, and each student will receive a supply list prior to class.  A $4 handout fee for all class handouts will be collected in class.   

Things to Know!

When:  February 2 - 4, 2018
Friday 6pm – Sunday 12:00pm  
“Scrap Quilt” Weekend Workshop

*** Optional “Fabric Selection Made Easy” class Friday 2pm – 5pm

Lodging:  Participants will stay in our hotel style West Wing rooms.  Each room contains two double beds and a private bath. We will assign roommates if none are requested.
 
Meals:   Meals begin with Friday Dinner through Sunday brunch, in our Main Dining Hall

Cost:  “Scrap Quilt” weekend workshop cost is $280 per person (Double Occupancy).   

“Fabric Selection Made Easy” class is an additional
$25 (for those attending the full weekend)
$30 (for those attending Friday’s class only)

Deposit of $100 per person is due at time of registration to secure your place, balance due by January 26, 2018.

 For more information or to register please contact our office at (607) 962-0541 or mail in the registration form.

Encaustic (hot wax) + Mixed Media Workshop
THREE DAY Workshop For All Skill Levels
September 24-26, 2017
10 AM - 4 PM

Discover encaustics! Workshop includes painting
and collage with wax, fusing, carving into wax,
and more experimenting with techniques. You
can upcycle existing art (drawings, prints, photos)
if you like. See how encaustic painting can be a
sculptural art form. Apply tools and techniques to
create relief emphasizing positive and negative
space and contrast in darks and lights. All materials
provided. Cost: $515

Fees: Single Room: Two nights, includes 6 meals:
$291.60. Double Room: Two nights, includes 6 meals:
$216 per person. Commuter Fee: No overnight stay,
$81. Taxes are included in fees.

To register and for more info: marcieplusart@gmail.com

Watson Homestead welcomes all Wineglass Marathoners, Half-Marathoners , friends, and families! Rates include cabin/dorm lodging for Saturday night-Sunday morning, Saturday night pasta dinner and light snacks, coffee, & tea on race morning starting at 5 a.m.  Bottles of water upon arrival.  Showers available after the race.

PACKAGE RATES

Cabin Housing: $40.00 per person per night (10 person minimum)

For more information on the Wineglass Marathon, visit this website:
http://wineglassmarathon.com/

Watson Homestead welcomes all Nascar fans!

PACKAGE RATES

Hotel Room: $140 per night (up to four people).
 

For more information on Cheez-It 355 at the Glen, please visit the following link:
http://www.theglen.com/Tickets-Events/Events/2015/Cheez-It-355-at-The-Glen.aspx

PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Barbara Bergman is the Director of College Counseling at Georgetown Day High School in Washington, D.C. During her 30 years of college counseling experience Barbara was also the Associate Director of Admissions at Georgetown University in Washington, D.C. She comes to us with the advantage of having been “on both sides” of the college admissions process, and of having parented her own children through the college process.

Fees include program, lunch each day, and separate evening for parents. Full and partial scholarships are available. First generation college/university applicants are encouraged to apply.

PROGRAM TOPICS FOR RISING SENIORS
June 29 & 30, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
July 1, 9:00 a.m. – Noon
• The variety of 4-year college/university options and resources to utilize to research them.
• Standardized testing options and schedules.
• How college/university admissions decisions are made.
• Different types of 4-year college admissions programs and timelines.
• Students will learn how to compile a thoughtful college list (to match needs, interests and backgrounds).
• Students will participate in mock admissions simulations.
• Students will complete a draft of the Common Application.
• Students will begin writing the college essay.
• Students will draft a college resume to include curricular, extracurricular and work experience.

PARENT EVENING FOR RISING SENIORS
June 29, 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
• Understanding the 4-year college admissions process “from start to finish.”
• Finding the best academic, social and financial fit.
• Accessing financial aid (need and non-need based).
• Ways to support your child through this process.
• Admissions options (Early Decision, Early Action, Rolling and Priority) and timelines.
• The transition from high school to college.

Register by March 15, 2016.   Registration form can be downloaded here.  
Program limited to 50 students.

Questions to Donna Cummings, whomestead@stny.rr.com, (607) 962-0541.

PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Barbara Bergman is the Director of College Counseling at Georgetown Day High School in Washington, D.C. During her 30 years of college counseling experience Barbara was also the Associate Director of Admissions at Georgetown University in Washington, D.C. She comes to us with the advantage of having been “on both sides” of the college admissions process, and of having parented her own children through the college process.

Fees include program, lunch each day, and separate evening for parents. Full and partial scholarships are available. First generation college/university applicants are encouraged to apply.

PROGRAM TOPICS FOR RISING JUNIORS
June 27 & 28, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
• Key factors in the 4-year college admissions process.
• How to get started with the college search process.
• College/university requirements for admission.
• Critical high school course requirements.
• Review of standardized testing options and dates.
• What rising juniors can do to strengthen their college admissions resume.
• College admissions simulation.
• Accessing need based financial aid and outside scholarships.
• Knowing how to access resources in the college search process.

PARENT EVENING FOR RISING JUNIORS
June 27, 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
• How to get started with the college admissions process.
• Standardized tests and timeline.
• How to strengthen the college resume.
• Accessing need based financial aid and scholarships.
• Ways to support your child throughout the college process.

Register by March 15, 2016.   Registration form can be downloaded here.  
Program limited to 50 students.

Questions to Donna Cummings, whomestead@stny.rr.com, (607) 962-0541.

Discover encaustics! See how encaustic (hot wax) painting can be a sculptural art form. Apply tools and techniques to create relief emphasizing positive and negative space and contrast in darks and lights. Workshop includes painting and collage with wax, fusing, carving into wax, and more experimenting with techniques. In addition, you can upcycle existing art (drawings, prints, photos) if you like.

• Learn basic techniques in encaustic painting.
• Experiment with materials (collage) and integrate drawings and collage materials into an encaustic painting.
• Learn how to build up surfaces in encaustic painting creating a sculptural form.

 Instructor:  Marcie Wolf Hubbard (http://www.marciewolfhubbard.com)

Marcie received her B.A. from the University of Maryland in Studio Art and studied Fine Art and Illustration at the Maryland Institute, College of Art. She has taught, completed artist residencies and exhibited with over 40 organizations and is currently teaching at the Smithsonian in Washington, DC.

When: April 10, 11, 12 (Sunday - Tuesday) 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Where: Watson Homestead Conference and Retreat Center, 9620 Dry Run Road, Painted Post, NY 14870
Who: Anyone over the age of 18, all skill levels welcome!
Cost:

• Single Room:  (2 nights and 6 meals) $684.00 (includes food, all class fees, room)
• Double Room:  (2 nights and 6 meals) $609.00 per person (includes food, all class fees, room) 
• Commuter: 3 days of class $510 per person (includes 3 lunches, dinner on Tuesday evening, all class fees)

Questions? Contact Contact Guest Services:  Phone (607) 962-0541E-mail whomestead@stny.rr.com

Register: REGISTER BY MARCH 15, 2016!  Phone-in credit card registration (607) 962-0541 or mail registration form with payment to: Watson Homestead Conference and Retreat Center, 9620 Dry Run Rd., Painted Post, NY14870

For more information, download the flier/registration form.

Got cabin fever?  The cure is Watson Homestead’s Quilters Retreat!

With Instructor Linda Halpin

“PICK UP STICKS” Weekend Quilt Workshop

Welcome to the Eleventh Annual Cabin Fever Retreat at Watson Homestead!  This year’s class features the quilt Linda was commissioned to design for the 2015 Wisconsin Statewide Shop Hop.  It combines all of her favorite things: working with a wide variety of fabrics, making small blocks that look harder to do than they are, and new patchwork tricks that make the process efficient with excellent results.

The Shop Hop quilt was a two color quilt, combining the red and grey fabrics of this year’s feature fabrics.  But Linda couldn’t stop there; she had to see what it would look like using a mixture of lots of colors.  The hardest part of this class will be deciding which way you want to color your quilt.

Just as in past years Saturday night is “show and tell” and a good time to share projects that you have created. In addition to quilts also bring along a non-quilt item that you have made. It can be knit, crocheted, painted, jewelry, scrapbook…just something fun to share.

* Once registered, students will receive a materials list, detailing what to bring.  Workshop limited to 30 students and a $5 handout fee for all class handouts will be collected in class.

For more information and pricing, download the Cabin Fever Quilter's Retreat Brochure.

To register, please call Watson Homestead at (607) 962-0541, E-mail whomestead@stny.rr.com, or mail registration form to:
Watson Homestead Conference and Retreat Center
9620 Dry Run Road, Painted Post, NY 14870

Watson Homestead welcomes all Wineglass Marathoners, Half-Marathoners , friends, and families! Rates include lodging for Saturday night-Sunday morning, Saturday night pasta dinner, Sunday morning continental breakfast, water bottles upon arrival, free wireless, free shuttle service to the expo and starting line bus in Corning! Rates for additional days/nights or meals are available upon request.

PACKAGE RATES

Cabin Housing: $40.00 per person per night (10 person minimum)
Hotel Room: $65 per person per night (double occupancy).
Hotel Room: $120 per person per night (Single Occupancy).

For more information on the Wineglass Marathon, visit this website:
http://wineglassmarathon.com/

Corning's Native American Council Presents...

Falling Leaves Festival

An Interactive Pow Wow - Rain or Shine!

September 25th & 26th

Watson Homestead Conference & Retreat Center

Open Daily 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

• Native American Social Dancing - with Bill Crouse as MC from the Seneca Nation and the Allegheny River Dancers
• Drums and music
• Arts & Crafts
• Demonstrations
• Storytelling
• Food
• And Much more!

Free Admission and Parking!

www.fallingleavesfestival.com

Watson Homestead welcomes all Nascar fans!

PACKAGE RATES

Hotel Room: $140 per night (up to four people).
 

For more information on Cheez-It 355 at the Glen, please visit the following link:
http://theglen1.calls.net/Tickets-Events/Events/2015/Cheez-It-355-at-The-Glen.aspx