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PETE'S PICK: CELEBRATE INDEPENDENCE
Celebrate your independence ... in the great outdoors!
There are a few locations in the Roanoke Region that allow a person to see not one, not two, not even three, but seven fireworks shows. I'm not sure if seven is the record, but I know that I can see that many from my strategic location. I'll be sitting around a campfire, enjoying good friendships, and taking pride in our great country. If you want to avoid the crowds, but still see some spectacular fireworks (including the stars), check out one of these locations:
Or if a festival is more of your thing, we have a list of Roanoke Region July 4 fireworks and celebrations.
Get outside!
Pete Eshelman
Director of Outdoor Branding
Roanoke Regional Partnership
  
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QRIDE MAKES CARRYING ID EASY FOR CYCLISTS
 It is important to stay safe when cycling on the road. QRide, a local startup, is an ID that is easy to use and that you won't forget when leaving the house. The QRide sticker is a scannable identification sticker that you can put right on your helmet. And you never have to worry about forgetting your ID again. What's great about QRide - which can be great for motorcyclists or skiers or runners - is that you put the sticker right on everyday gear so it's always with you. The sticker is bright yellow and easy to spot in an emergency. Learn more about how QRide works and where to buy a sticker >>>
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SHARE YOUR GREENWAY PHOTOS IN CONTEST
 Have an image that captures the essence of the greenways in the Roanoke Region? Enter it in the Roanoke Valley Greenways Photo Contest. Roanoke Valley Greenways is looking for images captured along greenway corridors and trails comprising the Roanoke Valley Greenway network within the cities of Roanoke and Salem, Roanoke County, and Vinton. Submit your photos now through Sept. 15 for a chance to win a handful of prizes, including a $200 grand prize. (Photos need to be taken during the period from Oct. 1, 2012, and Sept. 15.) Learn more and download contest rules >>>
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'TOUR de FRANCE' IN YOUR BACKYARD
 One of the southeastern U.S.'s most challenging and beautiful cycling events is back. The Gran Fondo Alleghany returns to Virginia's Alleghany Highlands on July 13. What are you waiting for? Register today! The Gran Fondo includes three ride options:
- Gran, 108 miles -- 11,500 feet of climbing, with three Category 3 climbs (Pitzer Ridge, ascended twice and Lake Moomaw), and one Category 1 climb (Warm Springs Mountain).
- Medio, 72 miles -- 6,500 feet of climbing, with one Category 3 climb (Pitzer Ridge) and one Category 1 climb (Warm Springs Mountain).
- Piccolo, 29 miles -- 29 miles with one Category 3 climb (Pitzer Ridge).
Learn more and register today >>>
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