TRIP- Alcatraz Tour & Pier 39
Robert Livermore Community Center 4444 East Avenue Livermore, CA 94550 Organized by Livermore Area Rec & Park DistAbout this event
Description
This is a tentative activity. Registrations will be accepted if it becomes official.
IMPORTANT!!This trip says it is FULL , but it is not!
EVERY PERSON goes on the waitlist from the beginning!
We then call you back for enrollment.
NEW PROCESS!! Online registration !!Create your LARPD.ORG profile ahead of time to ensure smooth enrollment.Not sure how? Please call our Front Desk staff for happy-to-help assistance -(925) 373-5700
REGISTRATION OPENS Tuesday June 17th by signing up for the waitlist as follows:
-You may simply proceed on this page by clicking on [+waiting list] button after the specified time: -9 AM resident / 10 AM non-resident
-For additional enrollment assistance, call Front Desk (925) 373-5700
Have you ever been to the world famous Alcatraz Island?Let's ESCAPE from the Livermore heat on July 23rd to go to PRISON in the Bay for the day!We will cross the bridge in motorcoach style with LARPD to board the ferry from Pier 33, then cruise over to the landing dock on Alcatraz Island.There, you'll have nearly 3 hours to step back in time to experience the legendary Island that has served as a civil War fort, a military prison, and one of the most notorious Federal penitentiaries in US history.
Now is your chance to explore the windswept island and learn about its layered history, enjoy the audio tour "Doing time: the Cellhouse Tour" while visiting historic spaces such as Eagle Plaza, the Recreation Yard, the Sallyport and the Rose Garden.
Upon return to shore, we'll take a short walk to Pier 39 to scatter for shopping, playing and late lunch on your own.
*Note* Roads and walkways on the island are steep- elevation change=130 ft. Comfortable walking shoes strongly recommended.
TRIP DATE: Wednesday July 23 9:00 am - 6:30 pm Meet in RLCC Lobby at 8:35 amFerry departs at 11:00 sharpLunch on your own after 2:00 pm return to shoreReturn to Loyola parking lot at 6:30 pm
NOTE:- Backpacks ARE allowed and snacks can be packed to eat in designated areas- Physical activity level : moderately high
For more information about our Senior Trips and Registration process please view the SENIOR TRIPS page on our website.
REGISTRATION OPENS Tuesday June 17th by signing up for the waitlist online: LARPD.ORG- 9:00 am resident / 10 am non-res.(**Everyone starts out on the waitlist and will be called back for payment, space available**)
-You may simply proceed on this page by clicking on [+waiting list] button after the specified time: -9 AM resident / 10 AM non-resident
-For additional enrollment assistance, call Front Desk (925) 373-5700
Have you ever been to the world famous Alcatraz Island?Let's ESCAPE from the Livermore heat on July 23rd to go to PRISON in the Bay for the day!We will cross the bridge in motorcoach style with LARPD to board the ferry from Pier 33, then cruise over to the landing dock on Alcatraz Island.There, you'll have nearly 3 hours to step back in time to experience the legendary Island that has served as a civil War fort, a military prison, and one of the most notorious Federal penitentiaries in US history.
Now is your chance to explore the windswept island and learn about its layered history, enjoy the audio tour "Doing time: the Cellhouse Tour" while visiting historic spaces such as Eagle Plaza, the Recreation Yard, the Sallyport and the Rose Garden.
Upon return to shore, we'll take a short walk to Pier 39 to scatter for shopping, playing and late lunch on your own.
*Note* Roads and walkways on the island are steep- elevation change=130 ft. Comfortable walking shoes strongly recommended.
Meet in RLCC Lobby at 8:35 amReturn to Loyola parking lot at 6:30 pm
Trip Date: Wednesday July 23 9:00 am - 6:30 pm Ferry departs at 11:00 sharpLunch on your own after 2:00 pm return to shore
- Backpacks ARE allowed and snacks can be packed to eat in designated areas- Physical activity level : moderately high
For more information about our Senior Trips and Registration process please view the SENIOR TRIPS page on our website.
Age Category
Senior
Location
Alcatraz Island, SF
Instructor
LARPD Staff