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HIKE SAFETY TIPS FROM THE APPALACHIAN TRAIL CONSERVANCY
We're fortunate to have over 500 miles of the Appalachian Trail passing through Virginia, including some of the most scenic, well-known sections along the 2,181 mile corridor - - Dragon's Tooth and McAfee Knob. We've seen an increase in the number of people who are enjoying these picturesque locations on the trail each year. Unfortunately, an increase in visitor use has also lead to an increase in rescue calls to Roanoke County Fire & Rescue. Fortunately most calls are for the lost and not injured. Don't become a statistic.
Continue reading to learn hike safety tips from the A.T.C.>>>
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$40,000 GEAR GIVEAWAY AT OUTDOOR CIRCUS
The Roanoke Outdoor Circus (aka the ROC), presented by Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, is a month away (October 21-23). This event has so many unique attributes that it wouldn't do them justice to lump them into one story. Each week we'll profile one or two "attractions" you'll discover at the ROC.
Gear, gear, and more gear! That's what you'll find at the $40,000 Gear Junkie Treasure Hunt.
On Sunday (10/23) you'll have your chance to win some pretty sweet swag. Tents, backpacks, hammocks, sunglasses, watches, shoes, GPS units, sleeping bags, car racks, solar charging stations, clothing, and more are all up for grabs.
You have three hours to find as many checkpoints hidden throughout downtown and surrounding areas as you can. The more checkpoints, the more points you earn. At the end of the day you turn your points in for gear! Open to everyone, but limited to 300 participants (and there are only a few spots left). All you need to be able to do is read a map! Register now!
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HUNTING SEASON HAS STARTED - WEAR ORANGE
It's hunting season here in Virginia and that means it's time to break out the orange 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.
Continue reading to tips and hunting season schedule>>>
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KAYAK "RIDER OF THE YEAR" AWARDS VIDEO
The Rider of the Year Awards celebrate and showcase the best from the whitewater world. Enjoy!
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Upcoming events to keep your eye oN
- Weekly bike rides throughout Roanoke & NRV Valley
- Weekly ultimate frisbee pickup games (Sundays & Wednesdays)
- Hikes too numerous to list
- Monday Bike Polo
- Tuesday Tune Ups
- Meet Author Leonard Adkins (Habitual Hiker) - 10/13
- Freak Out at Fallon - 10/15
- Adult Intro. to Whitewater Kayaking - 10/15
- Fall Biking on Virginia Creeper Trail - 10/15
- Winter Backpacking Course - 10/19, & 26
- The Roanoke Outdoor Circus - 10/21-23
- Gibbon Slackline Pro Team Demo - 10/21-23
- Sustainable Living Roadshow - 10/21-23
- MountainFilm Festival - 10/21
- Freak Out Cyclocross Race - 10/22
- Trek Bike Demo - 10/22
- Greenway Memory Miler - 10/22
- Into The Darkness Trail Run - 10/22
- Gear Junkie $40,000 Outdoor Gear Treasure Hunt - 10/23
- Rotor Meltdown Mountain Bike Race - 10/23
- Montrail Fun Run - 10/23
- Run Around the Gorge - 10/21-23
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