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Learning Trips
Learning trips are educational travel experiences
that enable you to interact with experts who
offer behind-the-scenes looks at area businesses,
organizations, and regional attractions.
Activity Level 1
All trips listed in this section require participants
to enter/exit the shuttle with minimal assistance,
climb some stairs, and walk a few blocks indoors
or out.
To make your trip even more enjoyable, please note:
y
All learning trip times in this catalog are
approximate and subject to change. Please
refer to your itinerary (emailed to you 2 weeks
prior to the trip) for specific departure, tour,
and arrival times.
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All participants must wear closed-toed shoes
on all trips to ensure safety and respect our
hosts’ regulations.
PARKING
All trips depart from Campustown
Shopping Center, 1200 W. Main, near
Bradley’s campus. We reserve parking for
participants on trip days between the Main St.
entrance of Campustown and the 76 gas station.
Relaxed
Moderate
Active
Challenging
Before you register, make sure the activity
level matches your abilities. This will ensure an
enjoyable trip for you and those who
travel with you.
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LEARNING TRIPS
The Clay Den
Thursday, January 21
9:30 a.m. – 2:15 p.m.
Get creative during a hands-on visit to The Clay
Den, a community-focused ceramics studio in
Washington designed to make pottery accessible
and enjoyable for artists of all experience
levels. We’ll learn about the art and process of
ceramics while exploring how clay can be shaped,
decorated, glazed, and transformed through
firing. Members will then create their own pottery
piece with guidance from the studio, giving
everyone the chance to experience the process
firsthand. After firing, your finished piece will be
yours to keep as a one-of-a-kind reminder of the
experience.
$60 – includes guided pottery experience, lunch,
gratuities, and shuttle transportation.
Seats available: 28
Jones Bros. Jewelers
Friday, January 29
9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Discover the artistry, craftsmanship, and expertise
behind fine jewelry during a special visit to
Jones Bros. Jewelers. A Peoria tradition since
1939, Jones Bros. has generations of experience
helping customers select, design, repair, and
care for treasured pieces. During our visit, we’ll
go beyond the showroom to learn more about
diamonds, gemstones, precious metals, custom
jewelry design, and the skills required to create
and maintain fine jewelry. We’ll also hear about
the history of this longstanding local business
and how the jewelry industry has evolved through
changing styles, technology, and customer
preferences.
$45 – includes guided presentation, lunch,
gratuities, and shuttle transportation.
Seats available: 28
