EVENTS AND OPTIONAL TOURS:

Reunion Check-in - still needs an event host
With your pre-paid Registrations completed (by July 28th), simply Sign In for the Reunion Weekend and pick up your Welcome Packet. See who's arrived, who's attending what - and where they are staying. [R]

Thursday night Welcome Home Stroll – still needs an event host
Enjoy Market Street as some galleries and shops stay open later for us, bump into classmates, check in & catch up. Pick up a list of establishments staying open for us, at Soul full Cup (81 West Market) or Three Birds (73 East Market) [R]

Reunion Market Street Safari - still needs an event host
Track down the unique items listed on the Market Street Safari Sheet included in your Welcome Packet. Items are in the Market Street Stores; turn in your completed Safari list for a chance at Reunion Prizes. [R]

Keuka Lake Winery Tour - still needs an event host
Enjoy a morning alongside and overlooking beautiful Keuka Lake. Beginning at the actual US Winery 01, tour this gorgeous classic stone winery and then sample their wines and champagnes; then head to Dr. Frank's, long recognized as one of the top vintners in NY and the USA, sample 4-6 during your visit. Next stop is Heron Hill, breathtaking scenery and recently overhauled grounds, enjoy 4-6 samples here. Last stop Bully Hill, home of former Walter S. Taylor and icon of the Finger Lakes region, know for his character, goats, wines and quirky labels. Here we will sample 5-7 wines. A tour will also be available. Tour includes transportation to and from West High and a mid-morning snack.

Hike and Swim the Gorge-ous Glen - still needs an event host
Enjoying its Centennial year, the Watkins Glen State Park setting accommodates all levels of outdoor enthusiasts. Various hiking trails allow you to choose one for your level. There is wonderful swimming in the natural gorgeous as well as the large swimming pool. Enjoy an invigorating or relaxing morning among this breathtaking setting. Transportation and mid-morning snack included. 1 hr Gorge Tour @ 11:15AM. Locker rooms available on site. [ff]

Watkins Glen Racing and NASCAR Tour - still needs an event host
For the classic or nouveau car racing fan this is a great way to see it from a different perspective. Escorted by Bill Green, long time Watkins Glen Racing Historian, we’ll start with a stop at the International Racing Museum in Watkins Glen, then you may chose to join us as we experience the former "in-town" track with, Bill’s insight, then an optional stroll on the Walk of Fame to return to the Museum and we head to The Glen, home of the Nascar Race Track. We will drive on the current Track taking on a different view. We are planning time for a visit the gift shop and walk the grounds briefly. The Porsche club will be there adding awe to your visit.

Weird Science: Waterski, Wakeboard, Tube, Run-about on Keuka Lake - still needs an event host
One of the most pristine and clear fresh water lakes around, 21 mile long Keuka is ideal for boating enthusiastic. Lance Locey (WHS 1987), owner of Keuka Watersports is offering us the 20th Reunion Package of $80/hr. Pick your hour and enjoy Keuka, new to the sport, a bit rusty, weekend warrior or Pro, Lance or someone on his team will get you out on the lake and taking a crack at skiing, boarding or tubing. Want to feel the thrill, but not the water - that's okay too - just sign up for your hour. Bring the camera, your suit and towel! [ff]

Reunion Welcome Reception
Step back into time as you step through the front doors of West High (if you recognize them). This provides a relaxed entry into the Reunion Weekend. Enjoy light local and regional refreshments and guided tours of West High. The Nostalgia, Memorial and Military Rooms will be open as well. Reunion Welcome Reception is sponsored by classmate Sue Durkin. [R]

Reunion Nostalgia, Military, and Memorial Rooms – we need a Nostalgia Room Host to help plan
Take some time to browse the three Reunion Rooms set up at West High. The Nostalgia room will have items from our days in high school triggering memories many of us have forgotten about, and others we continue to cherish. The Military Room will showcase all of our classmates who have made the choice to serve in the Military, protecting our country and the freedoms of us and our families. The Memorial Room will offer a place to reflect on our classmates who are no longer with us. Six lost classmates in total, we hope to have photos sent in, along with copies of obituaries. Rooms will be open Friday, Saturday and possibly Sunday; on Saturday these will be open to Friends of the Class. [R]

Reunion Kick-off - still needs an event host
Sit back and enjoy a fun, satirical look at the time we endured during our high school years - you may just see some familiar faces - and perhaps your own, blushing. [R]

Wild West Reunion Hoe Down BBQ
It's the wild WEST for the night. Come kick up your spurs, toss around stories of the old days and enjoy a western barbeque under the stars. Dress is strongly encouraged as Western, on the Ranch Cowboy/Cowgirl. [R]

The Breakfast Club
Greet the morning, your hunger and fellow classmates in our Reunion Hospitality Room at the Radisson Saturday and Sunday morning for a light breakfast. Have there or pack it to go. Children are allowed in the hospitality rooms only until 3PM each day and only with their parents. Breakfasts sponsored by classmate Theresa Jamison. [R]

Memorial Service
Take the time to join fellow classmates as we acknowledge those missing from our alumni rooster forever. A service to say goodbye, reflect on our lives and leave appreciating their lives and now feeling better days are ahead. Classmate roles include officiating, and vocal and musical performance. Friends of the class, as well as families and friends of our six lost classmates welcome. Memorial Service sponsored by classmate Teresa Cramer. [R] [ff]

Middle School Tours
Take two steps back in time to our days of innocence. Both CFA and Painted Post Middle School (we hope) will be accommodating us for a Tour of the School. CFA was built by Howard Greenley in 1922 and is listed as one of the most endangered properties in NY State. Following the walking tours, we will gather on the grounds for very light refreshments and reminiscing. [ff] [r]

Reunion Picnic
Feel the grass beneath your toes (shoes) and stretch those dormant muscles. Enjoy games for the kids and adults, as well as other fun activities. Our picnic lunch will be traditional grilled lunch of dogs, burgers, cold salads and drinks. Bring your racket for the 6 courts right there; your swimsuit for the pool, and your glove, stick, ball, whatever to make the day full of fun and challenge. Picnic lunch served 12-1. Class photo for ALL at 1:10 [R]

Official Class photo - still needs an event host
We will all gather at 1:00 for a 1:10 Class Photo for ALL after our Picnic Lunch (those NOT attending Picnic should still be at Picnic Grounds at 1PM for Class Photo). We will take photos of a few groups; Graduating Class 1986, All 1986, One with Guests and families, etc.. These will be available in Digital Format for you to order as traditional photos via mail, following the reunion. [R]

Reunion Dinner, Dessert and Dancing Soiree
This event starts with a relaxed cocktail hour with light appetizers preceding our plated dinner served inside a unique (sh-h-h) Corning setting. The menu is comprised of only local summer fare, starting with a cold soup and then entrees choices of NY steak, Rainbow Trout and a Moosewood-influenced Vegetarian Neapolitan in a dairy-free puff pastry. Each entrée is enhanced with sauces or glazes of local wines, fruits or berries. Dinner is served with a choice of wines. Following dinner we proceed to another room for light and refreshing desserts, cash bar and booty dancing all night long to the United Booty Foundation. Our choices for this event focused on local fare and a setting to encourage the most time mixing with classmates. Dress to Impress. Shuttle available with pickup up and return to Radisson and Centerway Square Clocktower (parking garage), sponsored by classmate Corbin Bennett. Non-alcoholic beer and drinks complimentary sponsored by classmate Kathy Blencowe.

Back to the Future Reunion Farewell - still needs an event host
Recap the weekend and learn about the next reunion - and who's planning it. Also be there for the launch of the WHS Class of 1986 Alumni Association; sponsoring an event every year in Corning; and in regions throughout the US where there is critical mass of alumni. The Association will also maintain the website so alumni in non-reunion years may stay in touch, especially as we get older and less in numbers. Bid farewells and get those numbers and get emails you intended to all weekend long. Our class will give a Reunion Gift to WHS via Principal Jon Wood (WHS 1985) as a token of our appreciation for his help, the students’ help and the use of the school. [R]

Splash - still needs an event host
Day at Keuka Lake. Take a guided ride on the Reunion Alumni Pontoon boat. Park in Hammondsport at the Head of the Lake Park, step aboard and opt to step off at a lakeside location we secure for swimming, lunching and relaxing or perhaps at the Waterfront Restaurant and Bar for their Sunday Clammin & Jammin with live bands on the deck. You will be picked up where you were dropped before 5PM; whenever you wish. [R]

Join in the planning - we need your help especially these last few months…