2026 Travel and Activities Information
Homecoming: Week of December 7 - 13, 2026
Travel
to Monrovia:
Brussels & Royal Air Maroc
Ethiopian Airways
Kenya Airways
Two choices from Monrovia to Harper.
i) By Road
ii) By Local airline- Mission Aviation Fellowship (MAF)
2. Air France to Ivory Coast, you will have to drive to the Liberian border. Note:Be prepared for searches by the Ivorian securities at various checkpoints.
Proposed Activities Agenda
MRTYR 2026: Journey to Your Roots - Travel Agenda
Join us for an unforgettable week in Maryland County, Liberia, as we connect with our heritage, contribute to the community, and explore the beauty of the region!
Day 1 - Monday, December 7: Arrival & Welcome to Harper
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8:30 AM - 9:30 AM: Official Welcome & Kola Nuts Ceremony at the Administration Building, hosted by the Traditional Leaders/Chiefs, esteemed Superintendent & Maryland County women.
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10:00 AM - 5:00 PM: Medical Mission Volunteering Services at Pleebo Healthcare Center
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10:00 AM - 1:00 PM: Morning Session
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1:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Lunch Break
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2:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Afternoon Session
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Day 2 - Tuesday, December 8: First tour - Bigtown (Gbenelu)
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM: First Tour - Bigtown (Gbenelu)
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Town Hall Meeting and distribution of clothing and school supplies.
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12:00 PM - Lunch
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1:00 PM - 5:00 PM Grand Cavalla and a visit to the historical Episcopal Church
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Day 3 - Wednesday, December 9: Community & Culture
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8:40 AM - 11:00 AM: Planting of Coconut Trees in Harper City (Volunteerism)
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11:00 AM - 3:00 PM: Youth Forum (visit to Maryland Vocational Institute.)
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3:00 PM - 6:00 PM: War Dance performance.
Day 4 - Thursday, December 10: Second tour - Hoffman River/Plunken
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (Noon): Harper City Exploration
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Enjoy a scenic canoe ride on the Hoffman River to Plunken.
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1:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Lunch
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2:30 PM - 3:30 PM: Display by the Maryland Surfers at Dolly/Tubman beach
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4:00 PM - 6:30 PM: Ma Gray Beach/Island Activities
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Beach volleyball
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Day 5 - Friday, December 11: Third tour - Beaches & Coastal Towns
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8:40 AM -6:00 PM
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Explore the picturesque shores of Fishtown, and Rocktown beaches
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Town Hall Meeting and distribution of clothing, walk through the Fishtown School Building, and school supplies.
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Day 6 - Saturday, December 12: Dinner/Ball - Administration Building or City Hall
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Barriken - Fourth tour
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Town Hall Meeting and distribution of clothing and school supplies.
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12:00 PM Lunch
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1: 00 PM - 3:00 PM Pledebo border - Liberia/Ivory Coast border, to see the bridge construction. No transportation provided. Come in your own vehicle.
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8:00 PM - "Wee-Wee Hours": Dinner & Ball
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An elegant evening of celebration! Gentlemen are encouraged to wear Grebo attire, and women in African fashion. (tickets: Students $7, Standard $ 20/person, VIP $ 50/person)
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Day 7 - Sunday, December 13: Farewell & Departure
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Morning: Church Service (for those staying back).
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Day: Departure.