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The January Work Party was Incredible - What a Time, What a Turn Out & What a Success!
Our sincerest thank you to all the Volunteers and Donors, for their Amazing Support and Dedication. We started a three year restoration and renovations project at HI Iron Master’s Mansion in January 2010. From January 11th through the 24th, 30 plus amazing volunteers from 4 states came to HI Iron Master Mansion in Pine Grove Furnace State Park, to assist us with wallpaper removal and other maintenance projects. They came with supplies, donations and ready to work! They removed the wallpaper in record time, sanded woodwork and trim and started finishing the walls. They assist us with ceiling, windows, doors and plumbing repairs and cleaned out the attic. What an Amazing Group of Volunteers! Please join their efforts today, by helping us raise $125,000 to insure the feature Iron Master's Mansion in Pine Grove Furnace State Park. Help us sustain rural hostels in the region and Council programs for the many youth organizations, trail clubs, families and individuals who seek safe affordable cultural and green educational exchange. Make a tax deductible donation or a monthly pledge of $5 or more today! More Donor Information “If it were not for Iron Master’s Mansion, my students would have never have seen Gettysburg because there is no where affordable to stay or eat. As city kids, they would not know the joys of hiking the beautiful Appalachian Trail. They would not have experienced what slaves must have felt descending into the hidden room to hide from bounty hunters.” M H. Rogers, Congressional Out Reach Program, Abington School District, PA The demands of a growing Global Community requires preparing American Youth to play an active and positive role in it’s transformation. Last year our Youth Hostel Program serviced over 3,800 children between the ages of 5-18, from the Tri-State region and beyond. These groups included schools, boys and girl scouts, at risk youth programs, upward bound and college access programs, churches and other community youth organizations. They rely on us to provide a safe affordable space for positive cultural and green educational experiences. Please consider supporting the continuation of this wonderful Legacy in our region. Give Today & Make a Difference!
Join us for the HI Iron Master’s Project Phase I
In order to save money and succeed with this project, we need your help! With volunteer assistance we can complete this project for approximately $125,000, without volunteers the cost is 275,000. Please consider joining us to assist with painting, sanding, landscaping and other hostel repair projects during 2010. We will provide meals and accommodations for anyone who volunteer for this project and friends and family are welcome. Volunteer work parties will be scheduled for February and March for specific task . Pine Grove Furnace is a beautiful state park with two lakes at the halfway point on the Appalachian Trail and 18 miles from Gettysburg’s Battle Fields. If you are not able to volunteer, please consider making a donation to assist with supplies and services for this project. Come out for a day, a weekend, a week or two for an enjoyable working vacation! To sign up or for more information contact us at ayh@hi-dvc.org or call 215-925-6005. HI Iron Master Project at a Glance Volunteer Form
Anniversary Events
Dear Members & Friends, The Gala has been postponed due to a scheduling conflict. The a new date will be announced soon. Anniversary Global Gala Fundraiser Join Us for a Celebration & Party ! Gourmet Dinner ~ Live Entertainment ~ Silent Auction Honorees Presentation & Special Guest Attire ~ Evening Casual Tickets are $60 and 2 for $100 The Restaurant School at Walnut Hill College, 4207 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA For more information contact the office: 215-925-6005 or Email AYH@HI-DVC.ORG Sponsored
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If you are interested in volunteering or donating to the silent auction, please contact us. Hostelling International USA Anniversary Week Open House at HI Iron Master’s Mansion (view pictures) Happy 25th Anniversary HI Iron Master's Mansion Anniversary Booth at Midtown Village Fall Festival (pictures soon)
Give Today & Make a Difference! Dear Members and Friends, We have chosen to close our office and travel center at 1210 Sansom St., as means of saving expenditures to assist us with hostel preservation in the region. We are currently seeking new partnerships to fulfill our office and hostel development needs. We know there are many in need of memberships and other travel center services. During our absence, please purchase memberships and other travel services online. Please send us an email if you have any questions or need advice. ayh@hi-dvc.org You may also obtain memberships at our hostels in Philadelphia, Bucks and Cumberland County Thank you! We Can Introduce Your Youth Group To Cultural and Environmental Educational Exchange Through Hostelling!
On November 7th 2009, Tyler State Park Youth Hostel was permanently closed, due to the most recent Pennsylvania Labor and Industry compliance standards for state buildings open to the public. The investment needed to keep the historical John Solley Farm House operational as a hostel, was estimated to be $500,000. We would like thank all the youth groups, schools, scouts and volunteers who supported this hostel over its 30 years of service. Our sincerest thank you to Susan Thompson and Jim Whitmoyer for 26 years of outstanding volunteer management and dedication to American Youth Hostels. Please join us in Congratulating them for being the 2009 recipients of the Ruth & Bill Nelson Award for excellence in Hostel Management.
Help save this Youth Hostel, Donate Today or Volunteer! HI Iron Master's Mansion Book Now! Pine Grove Furnace State Park, Pennsylvania
Our Travel Center is Currently Closed The Travel Center can provide hostellers with memberships, Eurail and Chunnel information, International Student I.D.'s, quality backpacks, travel guide books and maps, money belts and other travel accessories. Contact us for general information, membership sales and other services: Hostelling International Travel Center Philadelphia: 215-925-6004 or e-mail hitcenter@hi-dvc.org
Please note: The DVC regional office manages 2 area hostels. For reservations please contact the hostels Volunteers Wanted! Opportunities are always available for the office and hostels. Come join us. The Delaware Valley Council of American Youth Hostels, Inc. is a charitable non-profit educational 501 ( c ) 3 corporation registered in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Founded in 1944. Serving Hostellers, Hostels and Communities in South & Northwest New Jersey, the Eastern half of Pennsylvania and Northern Delaware. All contributions are tax deductible to extent allowed by law.
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Iron Master's Mansion Work Party, January 2010
Archdiocese Boys Choir of Philadelphia Annual Retreat HI Iron Master's Mansion
Hostelling International USA Anniversary Week Open House HI Iron Master's Mansion Youth Hostel Sunday August 23, 2009
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