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Weekend Update
Pete's Picks
Walkabout Outfitter Opens New Store at Valley View Mall
Responsible Bathroom Tour Arrives in Roanoke
RNUTS - Roanoke Non Ultra Trail Running Series
10 Tips for Taking Great Outdoor Photos
Upcoming Events to Keep Your Eye On
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WEEKEND UPDATE         
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PETE'S PICKS        

The GET OUTSIDE Weekend Update newsletter will be taking next week off.  Pete Picture
 

Why? Because I plan on eating way too much turkey and pumpkin pie.


Here are two quick ideas to connect with family and friends, and help shed a few pounds in the process:

  • On Thanksgiving Day participate in the StellarOne Drumstick Dash. They have a great motto that rings true: "Move your feet so others can eat!". All proceeds help the Rescue Mission feed the hungry.
  • Choose a hike you've never done before and get exploring. It is hard to beat quality time with family and friends spent outside.


HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

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Pete Eshelman 
Director of Outdoor Branding
 Roanoke Regional Partnership 
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WALKABOUT OUTFITTER OPENS NEW STORE AT VALLEY VIEW MALL        


With locations already in Lexington and downtown Roanoke, a desire to reach a new audience led Kirk and Tina Miller to walkabout outfitter logoopen their third Walkabout Outfitter store.


Located in the District at Valley View their new store includes neighbors Barnes & Noble, Panera, and Twist & Turns.


"We are excited about our new addition in Roanoke" said Suzanne Mayerchak, general manager. "We sincerely look forward to better serving the region with this new store which brings a number of different product lines to Roanoke."


The Valley View store will carry North Face, Patagonia, Mountain Hardwear, Keen, Merrell, Life is Good, Montrail and much more. "Walkabout Outfitter will enhance Valley View Mall's retailer line up, and we are thrilled to work with such strong local retailers as the Millers and their staff," said Louise Dudley, General Manager of Valley View Mall.


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RESPONSIBLE BATHROOM TOUR ARRIVES IN ROANOKE      

Yes, you read that correctly. The nationally renowned "Responsible Bathroom Tour" arrives in Roanoke, VA this week in an effort to highlight water conservation.

 

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Saving 2 Billion Gallons of Water - One Community at a Time.

Local water conservation is the most direct way to reduce water bills and cut energy costs while also managing a precious resource. To help raise awareness about water conservation and to offer practical solutions through water-saving bathroom fixtures, a national mobile awareness campaign is traveling across the United States.

Water shortages are forecast to hit 36 states in the U.S. by 2013. Many communities already are experiencing a tighter water supply.  The Responsible Bathroom Water Conservation Tour, sponsored by American Standard®, will show how an average four-person household can save 48,326 gallons of water a year using water-saving bathroom fixtures.

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RNUTS - Roanoke Non Ultra Trail Series             

If you like trail running and aren't familiar with Mountain Junkies now is the time to pay attention.Mountain Junkies Trail Running Series


In 2007 Josh and Gina Gilbert took their love and passion of trail running and turned it into a premier trail running event service.


Mountain Junkies recently announced the line up for the 2011 Roanoke Non Ultra Trail Series (RNUTS). You can register for any individual race or you can sign up for the entire series:

Mountain Junkies Roanoke VA Trail Running FAcebook

 


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10 TIPS FOR TAKING GREAT OUTDOOR PHOTOS            

If you're like most outdoor enthusiasts you are always on the hunt for the  photo that perfectly captures a moment.  A photo that allows your friends and family to "be" there with you.McAfee Knob roanoke Virginia


Here are 10 tips for taking better photos: 

  1. Rule of thirds:  Rarely should you put the main focus of your image in the middle of the frame. Divide your frame into thirds and place your focal point to the left or right or top or bottom.

  2. Face shots:  When taking a photo of a person always get their face in the shot.

  3. Say no to "cheese":  Rarely does a forced smile look good. Instead capture people in organic situations.  Let people do their thing but be ready with the camera.

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Upcoming events to keep your eye oN                          
Visit The RoanokeOutside.com Calendar of Events for details on these upcoming events!
  • Weekly bike rides throughout Roanoke & NRV Valley
  • Cascade Falls Hike - 12/2
  • Beginner Caving Trip - 12/4
  • Astronomy Extravaganza - 12/4
  • Carvins Cove Hike - 12/9
  • Jingle Bell Run/Walk - 12/11
  • Hellgate 100K - 12/11
  • Family Winter Hike - 12/18
  • Christmas Eve Fun Run/Walk - 12/24
  • Frozen Toe 10K - 1/8
  • 1st Saturdays Nature Programs - first Saturday of the month beginning 1/8
  • Wine & Dine - 1/15
  • Roanoke Outdoor & Social Club 1000th event - 1/15
  • Roanoke Outdoor & Social Club Club Social - 1/15
  • Winter Survival (earn your merit badge) - 1/15
  • Astronomy Extravaganza - 1/29
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