European Stars and Stripes (Newspaper) - June 28, 1990, Darmstadt, Hesse                                S go treasure Hunting in Eichstadt the West German City of Eichstadt is sponsoring a series of Quot treasure Hunting Quot expeditions at the nature Park in the Altimu Altal. An expert will assist Fossil collectors in searching the million year old Cliffs for souvenirs. The program also includes a visit to the Jura museum with its world famous exhibit of the prehistoric Bird  the package includes two Days lodgings and other extras prices Start at 97 Marks about $58. For More information about dates and prices Contact the Vermehr Suburo Dom Platz 18, d-8078 Eichstadt West Germany Tel. 08421 -7977.Battle of Britain memorials Royal air Force base Coningsby located about 120 Miles Northeast of London is Home to a remarkable collection of operating aircraft that took part in the Battle of Britain in 1940. The collection consists of five spitfires two hurricanes and one of Only two Lancaster bombers in the world still flying. Volunteers guide visitors on regular Tours and there is a visitors Center with other wartime Memorabilia. The Tours take place monday Friday from 10 .-3 30 p.m., but it is better to Telephone before going because the aircraft Are often away at air shows. Two other museums Are also marking the Battle s 50th anniversary. The Royal air Force museum in Hendon North London is holding its major Quot Battle of Britain experience Quot exhibition All summer. The museum of London also opens a new world War ii gallery in september including a photographic exhibition about the London Blitz. For More information Contact the Battle of Britain memorial flight Raf Coningsby Lincolnshire ln4 4sy, England Tel. 0044 0526-44041 and the museum of London London Wall ec2y 5hn, England Tel. 0044 071-600 3699.Horseshoe pitching weekend Hanau outdoor recreation in West Germany is sponsoring a two Day Horseshoe pitching championship starting july 7 with the v corps Horseshoe pitching championships open Only to v corps soldiers. Registration is from 9 30-10 . And is free. There will be divisions for doubles singles men and women with a Best two out of three system for determining winners in each division. Awards for first second and third places in each division will be presented. The All european invitational Horseshoe pitching championship on july 8 will be open to All id card holders. Registration is from 9 30-10 . And costs $8. The divisions and procedures will be the same As for the t uni u n i in \ a it in l unlit a v corps championships. The Horseshoe pitching weekend features a Barbecue live entertainment and free camping at the Hanau Rod and gun club. To pre Register the deadline is june 29 Call Hanau outdoor recreation at ets 3228891 or 06181-160335.birthday Outing who does t want to have an original birthday Celebration alte Markt Zauche see Austria offers just such an Opportunity. One Way to celebrate the big Day includes a leisurely ride in the engine of a slow train a Glass of Champagne and a Barbecue Stop while travelling in the direction of Bersee. An entertaining conclusion to the trip is a ceremony at 1,800 meters 5,850 feet in a Mountain hut. Other huts Are also available. For More information about this and other birthday programs Contact the  a-5541 alte Markt Zauche see Austria Tel. 0043 -6452 511.travel brochures a new travel Catalon for the Eastern Bavaria Region of West Germany offers something for individuals families and groups wishing to take unusual vacations. Whether it be a Hobby stay to learn woodworking or Candle making a sports program including hiking fishing Golf and Tennis or just a Chance to relax you should find something you like. There Are 56 ideas listed for vacations in this Scenic Region. For a copy of the summer listings Contact the  Lan Shuter Strasse 13, d-8400 Regensburg West Germany Tel. 0941 -560260.vacations for handicapped the travel advisory Council for the handicapped mobility International of Switzerland has come out with a new vacation Catalon for the disabled. More than 100 pages of locations for rest sports socializing and Leisure time activities have been listed for Switzerland and surrounding countries. There is also a separate brochure with travel tips for the handicapped. The first copy of the brochure is free a three year subscription costs 10 Swiss francs about $7. For More information Contact the mobility International Schweiz Wiesbach Strasse 58, ch-8008 Zurich Switzerland Tel. 0041 1 -383 04 97.bed and breakfast map the South East England tourist Board is offering a Quot bed and breakfast touring map Quot listing 184 inexpensive bed and breakfast places in Southern England and greater London. All of the accommodations listed Cost 17.50 pounds about were and hurricanes such As these May be seen at the Battle of Britain memorials file photo $30.50 per night or less. For More information Contact the South East England tourist Board the old brew House Warwick Park Tunbridge Wells Kent tn2 5tu, England Tel. 0044 0892-540766.Ausa/afa hotel discount the hotel Garden in Riccione Italy is a longtime member of the association of the Els. Army Ausa and offers a 10 percent discount to both Ausa and air Force association Afa members and their families. Riccione is located on a Sandy Beach seven Miles from Rimini Italy and 16 Miles from the tiny country of san Marino. Rates at the hotel Range from $27 per night in the Low season to $41 in the High season and include All meals and use of the Beach c Abana. For More information Contact Roberto Conti i Lotel Garden via Nino Bixio 21,1-47036 Riccione Italy Tel. 0039 541-601500.bicycle Marathon bicyclists who Are looking for a real Challenge an Quot Iron Man Quot Competition need look no further than Salzburger land in Austria. On july 8 at 6 ., the second International Samson bicycle Marathon will begin. Starting from St. Michael Lunga Austria riders will ride 138 Miles and Brave eight Mountain passes before reaching tin 16,250-foot-High finish line. In keeping with tradition Street bikes rather than Mountain bikes will be used. The Winner will be declared the Quot tavern King Quot and will ride off with 4,300 Marks $2,606 and a handcrafted Statuette of Samson. The first 10 finishers in each category receive prizes As Well. The Competition will be divided into two classes the 16-40 age group and the Over-40 category. Competitors under 18 must have written permission from their parents or sponsors. All contestants must Wear helmets and those Over 60 years old must submit a Dot Tor s slip stating that they Are physically fit to compete. Preregistration will Cost 50 Marks $30 until uly a afterwards the Cost will be 65 Marks $39. For More information Contact the austrian Werbung Rossmark 12, 6000 Frankfurt am main 1, West Germany Tel. 069-20698.kite festival the North sea City of Cuxhaven West Germany is sponsoring a Kite festival and Beach party this summer. Some of the events planned include a Quot Day of children s choirs Quot a night lantern Parade fireworks displays and an open air Market. For More information about specific dates and events Contact the Kurvers Galtung Cux Havener Strasse 92, d-2190 Cuxhaven West Germany Tel. 04721 -4040.scuba diving in Italy Darmstadt outdoor recreation is sponsoring a scuba diving trip to Camp Darby Italy from july 5-10. Included in the package is round trip bus transportation five nights camping at Camp Darby Campground and All camping equipment. There will be eight dives including two wreck dives one night dive and two Cavern dives during the stay for certified divers. Non divers will be provided with transportation for sightseeing and other activities. The trip will Cost $320 for divers and $145 for no divers. You will have to pay for your own meals. A Deposit of $160 for divers and $73 for non divers must be paid by july 2. For More information about departure times and scheduled activities Contact Darmstadt outdoor recreation Tel. Ets 348-6277.holidays on horseback the Village of Suder Trarup in Northwest Germany is offering beginning riders a horseback Holiday. The seven Day package includes lodging breakfast and six hours of Riding lessons for 395 Marks about $240 per person. Younger members of the family Are not neglected teens can receive eight hours of lessons and smaller children May want to try Riding the ponies. For More information Contact the tourist Giro Koni Strasse 3, d-2347 Suder Trarup West Germany Tel. 04641-3411.   / line 28, 1990 stripes Magazine 17