America's Toughest Marathon, Ski Show, Field to Fork, Wear Orange, and more...Get OUTSIDE Recommendations (Oct. 29-31)

With the current weather it's hard to get excited for ski season. But it is only a Ski Show logo matter of time before you'll be hitting the slopes. Plan ahead now and make sure you have the latest "must-have" gear!

Check out the latest fashions, ski equipment, gadgets, and talk to representatives from the region's top ski resorts at the Roanoke Ski Club's annual Ski Show.

Date: November 3, 2010
Time: 6:30-9:30pm
Where: Hidden Valley Country Club
Cost: $10 for non-ski club members. Free for members.
Includes appetizers, cash bar, music, and door prizes.
More: Contact Gene Collier at (540) 529-1208 or
gcoll325@comcast.net

More on the Roanoke Ski Club: The Roanoke Ski Club offers several ski trips to local ski areas, and other destinations throughout the United States, Canada, Europe, and Japan. Click here to see their 2011 trip list. In addition to great ski trips, they offer other activities throughout the year such as whitewater rafting, hiking, canoeing, happy hours, and parties. You are welcome to join us for any of our events. Members of the club receive monthly newsletters, regular emails about club activities, and discounts with local ski retailers. For more information about joining visit the "Membership" page.

It's hunting season here in Virginia and that means it's time to break out the o range vests (or brightly color clothing) when you head out for your next hike, trail run, bike ride, or camping adventure. And don't forget to put a vest on your dog too.

TIPS: Bicyclist wearing orange

A licensed hunter has every bit as much right to be in the woods as you.
Sunday is the best day to be outside (if you aren't a hunter). It is illegal to hunt on Sundays.
Be visible. Wear bright colors and avoid earth tones. Don't wear white. A flash of white may be mistaken for the white of a deer's tail.
Make yourself heard. Don't be obnoxious, but don't be silent. Just be heard. Talk with your partner, whistle, or wear a bell.
Stick to the trail. Hunters are generally aware of where trails are located.

SEASONS:

This list is incomplete and only covers the more popular hunting seasons. Visit the Department of Game and Inland Fisheries for an official listing of hunting seasons, regulations, and standards.
Err on the safe side and assume it is hunting season anytime between 10/1 and 1/1.
Deer firearems season is the most popular: 11/13 - 12/11 (depending on the county).
Deer archery: 10/2-11/12 and 11/29-1/1 (depending on the county).
Deer muzzleloader: 10/30-11/12 and 12/11-1/1 (depending on the county).
Turkey firearms: 10/23-11/5, 11/25, and 12/6-1/1.