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Aries Horse Farm & Lunch at Oak EateryTrips & Tours10:30 a.m. Leave Eastview Elementary, 9375 Fenning Ave. NE., Monticello. Load in front parking lot. 10:45 a.m. St Michael Elementary - 101 Central Ave W, St Michael 55376 - Pick up in the parking lot on the front of the building. 11:15 a.m. Arrive at the Aries Horse Farm in Medina. Your hosts Brianne and Randy Olson will welcome you for a heartwarming and engaging experience at their farm. Visitors can enjoy hands-on time petting friendly horses and take part in fun decorating activities that spark creativity. Watch a variety of horses demonstrate their unique disciplines - from calm groundwork to elegant riding styles. This relaxing yet stimulating experience encourages social interaction, sensory enjoyment, and joyful moments with animals in a safe, welcoming setting. A visit to Aries Horse Farm isn’t just an activity - it’s a memorable experience that brings smiles, conversation, and arefreshing change of pace. 1:15 p.m. Leave the Aries Horse Farm. 1:30 p.m. Arrive at Oak Eatery in Hamel. Their focus is to provide guests with an excellent experience by sourcing quality ingredients and serving handcrafted, house-made food.Menu: Choose at Sign Up:1.) Oak Chicken Sandwich: Marinated Chicken Breast served with Tomato, Lettuce and Mayo on a Grilled Ciabatta Bun. Kettle Chips, Beverage, Brownie.2.) French Dip: Thinly shaved Tender Beef piled high with Melted Provolone, Crispy Onions and famous Whiskey Sauce, served on a Cibatta Bun, Au jus, Veggi Sticks, Beverage, Brownie.(The trip leader will give each passenger a color-coded slip of paper with menu choice to be put at their place setting.)3:00 p.m. After lunch, leave Hamel.3:30 p.m. Estimated return time to St. Michael.3:45 p.m. Estimated return time to Monticello.DEADLINE: MONDAY, MARCH 15, 2027 , NO refunds after this dateFall 2026 -
Como Conservatory Guided TourTrips & Tours9:15 a.m. Leave Eastview Elementary, 9375 Fenning Ave. NE., Monticello. Load in front parking lot. 10:15 a.m. Arrive at the Como Conservatory - the bus will drop group at the Visitors Center at the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. 10:30 a.m. Meet your guide for the “behind the scenes” Conservatory Tour. Travel through the many gardens of the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory as you explore the Jewel of Como and learn about our rich history. Go behind-the-scenes and uncover how the garden staff keep the conservatory looking lush and green all year long and produce the many spectacular and beloved Sunken Garden flower shows. This tour is a unique opportunity to “peek behind the curtains” of the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory and get your daily dose of green! 12:00 p.m. After the guided tour, visit the Garden Safari Gift Store. You can spend some additional time at the Flower Show- Spring Flower Show 2027 12:15 p.m. Arrive at The Walnut room in Axel’s Charhouse Restaurant in Roseville. Menu - choose at sign up:(Trip leader will give each passenger a menu card to put at their place setting). 1.) Fish and Chips. Beer Battered Cod, French Fries, Tartar sauce. 2.) BBQ Chicken Club, Brioche Bun, Chicken Breast, Bacon, Cheddar Cheese, BB Sauce, French Fries. Coffee, Tea or Soda Included 1:45 p.m. Leave Roseville. 2:45 p.m. Estimated return time to Monticello. DEADLINE: MONDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2027, NO refunds after this dateFall 2026 -
Crow River Winery TourTrips & ToursCrow River Winery Tour - $110 - Wednesday, September 9 10:00 a.m. Leave Eastview Education Center, 9375 Fenning Ave. No., Monticello. Load in parking lot. Please park on the far end of the parking lot near School Blvd. 11:15 a.m. Arrive at the Crow River Winery and Bistro. It is a farm winery near Hutchinson, MN. Embracing their Minnesota roots, for over fifteen years they have nurtured their Cold Climate vines and grapes.Spanning across 36 acres of vineyards, they prioritize eco-friendly farming practices to care for these unique local vines. Nature stands as their closest ally, and they invest their effort, resources, and passion to transform their grapes into exquisite wines, all of which are processed and made at this winery. Taste the magic in every glass. 11:30 a.m. Have lunch in the dining space. Menu: Cranberry Turkey Club - Turkey, Provolone Cheese, and Fresh Arugula on a Toasted Ciabatta Bun, topped with House-Made Cranberry Wine Aioli crafted with Crow River Winery Cranberry Wine. 12:30 p.m. Take a guided tasting and tour with a Crow River Winery staff. They will provide and educational tour followed by a wine tasting. After the tour and tasting, purchase your favorite wine. 2:00 p.m. Depart from the Crow River Winery. 2:15 p.m. Arrive at the Carlson’s Orchard Bakery in Winsted.Purchase apples and delicious baked goods. 3:15 p.m. Leave Carlson’s Orchard. 4:30 p.m. Estimated return time to Monticello. DEADLINE: MONDAY, AUGUST 10, 2026. No refunds after this date.Summer 2026 -
Runestone Museum Tour in AlexandriaTrips & ToursRunestone Museum Tour in Alexandria - $120 - Tuesday, October 6 8:45 a.m. Leave Eastview Elementary, 9375 Fenning Ave. No., Monticello.Load in parking lot. 9:30 a.m. Make a comfort stop at the Middle Spunk Lake Rest Area near Avon, MN. 11:00 a.m. Arrive for lunch at Travelers Inn Restaurant, Alexandria’s Oldest Eating Establishment since 1924.Menu: Swedish Meatballs, Lightly Spiced and served in a Creamy Gravy Sauce, Served with Baby Red Skinned Mashed, Vegetable, Dinner Roll, Beverage 12:30 p.m. Leave Travelers Inn Restaurant.Just three blocks down the street is the Runestone Museum. 12:45 p.m. Take a guided tour of The Runestone Museum Foundation. It has been inspiring curiosity about local history and heritage for more than 50 years. The World Famous and controversial Kensington Rune Stone was the Runestone Museum’s only artifact when it opened its’ doors in 1958. Since then, the museum has grown to include additional artifacts found in Minnesota that relate to Middle-Age Nordic explorers. The 40 piece collection includes the Climax fire steel. In the First Peoples exhibit, an original 1920s Tinkle Cone Dress is on display; only four such dresses exist in North America. Visitors can also explore Minnesota’s natural history. There is also a Minnesota Wildlife Exhibit, complete with animal sounds and habitat information. 1:45 p.m. After the tour, spend a few minutes in the gift shop. 2:00 p.m. Transfer to the Up North Ice Cream Company in Alexandria. 2:30 p.m. Leave Alexandria, MN. 3:30 p.m. Make a comfort stop at the Big Spunk Lake Rest Area new Avon, MN. 4:15 p.m. Estimated return time to Monticello. DEADLINE: TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2026 - No refunds after this date!Summer 2026 -
“ANNIE” Chanhassen TheaterTrips & Tours10:15 a.m. Leave Eastview Elementary, 9375 Fenning Ave. NE., Monticello. Load in front parking lot.11:15 a.m. Arrive at The Chanhassen Dinner Theater for lunch. Upon arrival at the theater, guests can select from a limited menu. Menu includes: Entrée, vegetable, bread potato or rice, beverage.Guests can walk inside the theater to the gift stores, if they have time after lunch.1:00 p.m. Matinee performance: “ANNIE”Based on the popular comic strip, ANNIE tells the story of a spunky little orphan full of optimism who shines through the most difficult situations. Unlike the other children at the dreary orphanage, Annie believes that her parents will one day return to claim her. In a stroke of luck, she ends up in the lap of luxury with Depression-era billionaire Oliver “Daddy” Warbucks. When Warbucks offers to adopt her, she asks for help. Warbucks’ whopping reward for Annie’s parents attracts the attention of con artists who hatch a plot to kidnap Annie and take the reward. But no worries! This splashy family musical has a happy ending for Annie, Sandy, Daddy Warbucks and the whole gang. Winner of seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical, ANNIE features hit songs including: “Tomorrow,” “N.Y.C,” “It’s the Hard Knock Life,” “You’re Never Fully Dressed Without a Smile” and “Maybe.” ANNIE is perfect for audiences of all ages!3:30 p.m. Estimated conclusion of show.3:45 p.m. Estimated departure time.4:45 p.m. Estimated return time to Monticello.DEADLINE: MONDAY, JANUARY 18, 2027 NO refunds after this dateFall 2026