GCO Road Trips 2022
Diane Harrell once again has organized fascinating road trips for gardeners this summer and fall. In July many members enjoyed four outings to interesting venues followed by lunch at nearby outstanding restaurants. These were followed by two more outings in August, one in September and 2 in October. We always look forward to see where these adventures will take us. It is a great way to connect with new members and reconnect with old friends.
October 5, 2022: Amish Country Tour
Our Amish country tour on October 5th was so much fun! We drove around Westminster’s campus and then shopped at the Volant Mill. Lunch was enjoyed at the IRON BRIDGE restaurant. We began our tour at 2:00 and visited an Amish grocery store, rug shop, nursery, and bakery and learned more than you can imagine from our guide, Susan.
Our Amish country tour on October 5th was so much fun! We drove around Westminster’s campus and then shopped at the Volant Mill. Lunch was enjoyed at the IRON BRIDGE restaurant. We began our tour at 2:00 and visited an Amish grocery store, rug shop, nursery, and bakery and learned more than you can imagine from our guide, Susan.
September 7, 2022: Pittmoss in Ambridge
September 7th's field trip was to Ambridge for a tour of PITTMOSS…as seen on SHARK TANK! Pittmoss is a potting soil alternative made from newsprint, cardboard, etc. No peat moss. Lunch was in Sewickley at ANDORA which offers one of Pittsburgh’s most beautiful outdoor dining spaces as well as wonderful food.
September 7th's field trip was to Ambridge for a tour of PITTMOSS…as seen on SHARK TANK! Pittmoss is a potting soil alternative made from newsprint, cardboard, etc. No peat moss. Lunch was in Sewickley at ANDORA which offers one of Pittsburgh’s most beautiful outdoor dining spaces as well as wonderful food.
Monday, August 29, 2022: Highland Park
A group of 4 enjoyed a lunch best described as “delicioso” at MAD MEX followed by a driving tour of HIGHLAND PARK this afternoon. The park is huge! In addition to the beautiful entrance garden, there is a lake, 2 reservoirs, dog parks, tennis courts, beach volleyball, a pool, many shelters or pavilions and so much more…including the Zoo.
A group of 4 enjoyed a lunch best described as “delicioso” at MAD MEX followed by a driving tour of HIGHLAND PARK this afternoon. The park is huge! In addition to the beautiful entrance garden, there is a lake, 2 reservoirs, dog parks, tennis courts, beach volleyball, a pool, many shelters or pavilions and so much more…including the Zoo.
Wednesday, August 3, 2022: Grace and Petals Flower Farm
The owner spoke about the brief history of her covid inspired endeavor. We each created a bouquet with flowers from her garden. Lunch was at Juniper Grill.
The owner spoke about the brief history of her covid inspired endeavor. We each created a bouquet with flowers from her garden. Lunch was at Juniper Grill.
Thursday, July 21 - The newly renovated Sculpture Garden at Hartwood Acres
with lunch at Hartwood Restaurant.
Friday, July 15: Schwirian Farm Sunflower Festival
with lunch at Triple B Farm.
with lunch at Triple B Farm.
Monday, July 11: Monet in Bloom at Phipps Conservatory
with lunch at the Phipps Café
with lunch at the Phipps Café
Friday, July 1, 2022: Forest Hills Farmer's Market
This expedition included lunch at the ROMAN BISTRO in Forest Hills, Ardmore Boulevard and a visit to the Forest Hills Farmers' Market (sponsored by the Late Bloomers GC).
This expedition included lunch at the ROMAN BISTRO in Forest Hills, Ardmore Boulevard and a visit to the Forest Hills Farmers' Market (sponsored by the Late Bloomers GC).
