Where are courses held?
If you are attending courses in Shady Grove, Pennsylvania, they are held at the Manitowoc Crane CARE facility in Shady Grove.
How would I arrive to the Shady Grove facility if I were traveling by car?
From Washington, DC Area: Take 270 West to 70 West towards Frederick. Interstate 70 to Interstate 81 North to Harrisburg. Interstate 81 to Exit 5 (old exit 3), Route 16 East. The training center is located 2 miles on the left.
From Harrisburg, PA Area: Take Interstate 81 South to Exit 5 (old exit 3) - Route 16 East. The training center is located 2 miles on the left.
From Philadelphia, PA Area: Take the Pennsylvania Turnpike to Carlisle Exit to Route 11 North to Interstate 81 South. (a short distance 1 mile on Route 11). Interstate 81 South to Exit 5 (old exit 3) - Route 16 East. The training center is located 2 miles on the left.
From Baltimore, MD Area: Take 70 West towards Frederick. Interstate 70 toward Interstate 81 North to Harrisburg. Interstate 81 to Exit 5 (old exit 3) - Route 16 East. The training center is located 2 miles on the left.
What airport should I fly into to attend courses at the Shady Grove facility?
There are four airports you are able to fly into:
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Baltimore/Washington (BWI) International Airport
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Washington Dulles (IAD) International Airport
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Harrisburg, PA (MDT) International Airport
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Hagerstown Regional Airport (HGR) - There is limited flight service available to this airport. It is currently served by USAirways Express. All flights to and from Hagerstown go through Pittsburgh International Airport, Pittsburgh, PA.
What about transportation to and from airport?
If you need ground transportation when you arrive in Hagerstown, The Plaza Hotel (301-797-2500) provides a shuttle prior to 11:30 PM. After 11:30 PM, please contact Four State Transportation (301-393-8811) for taxi service. Ground transportation is only provided from Hagerstown Regional Airport by the Plaza Hotel. If you are utilizing BWI, IAD, or MDT Airports, you will need to rent a car for your drive to The Plaza. Allow approximately 90 minutes for this drive depending on weather and traffic conditions.
Where would I stay if I am traveling to Shady Grove for a course?
You may stay at the hotel of your choice; however, for your convenience we have listed several local hotels. We recommend you plan to arrive in the area the day before the class starts. For reservations, click on one of the hotels listed below or call the number provided. Be sure to mention you are with The Manitowoc Company for special rates.
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The Plaza Hotel**
Address: 1718 Underpass Way, Hagerstown, MD 21740
Phone: (301) 797-2500
**We provide a shuttle service on the first day of class from this hotel only.
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Country Inn & Suites
Address: 17612 Valley Mall, Hagerstown, MD 21740
Phone: (301) 582-5003
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Springhill Suites by Marriott
Address: 17280 Valley Mall, Hagerstown, MD 21740
Phone: (301) 582-2999
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Homewood Suites by Hilton® Hagerstown
Address: 1650 Pullman Lane, Hagerstown, MD 21740
Phone: (301) 665-3816
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Holiday Inn Express
Address: 241 Railway Lane, Hagerstown, MD 21740
Phone: (301) 745-5644
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Microtel Inn
Address: 13726 Oliver Drive, Hagerstown, MD 21740
Phone: (240) 527-2700
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Hampton Inn (Maugansville)
Address: 18300 Peak Circle, Hagerstown, MD 21740
Phone: (240) 420-1970
Are lodging, transportation and meals paid for?
No. Transportation, meals, and hotel expenses are the responsibility of the student. We provide lunch daily. If you marked your registration that you are using our shuttle service on the first day of class, please meet our driver at the entrance of The Plaza Hotel at 7:30am.
When do classes start/end?
Classes begin each day at 8:00 AM and finish at 5:00 PM except the last day ends around 1:00pm.
How will course costs be handled?
No charge cancellations will be accepted up to two weeks prior to the start of the class. Cancellations received less than two weeks will be subject to a $500 course preparation fee.
Are there maps available?
Yes. Click here for a local map showing hotel locations and Manitowoc Crane CARE
