Friday, June 26, 2009

3 spaces left for Tuesday Hike!

Join us on a hike departing from Brambleton Center at 9am on Tuesday. We're hiking the Sawtooth Ridge portion of the Appalachian Trail, known locally as Dragon's Tooth. Bring a bag lunch or snack and water. Fee includes transportation and trail guide. There are only a few spaces left. Register Online Here

Thursday, June 25, 2009

Rafting the New River Gorge - July 29

The New River Gorge is home to America's Best Whitewater®, offering an adventure for everyone - novice to expert'. Take a mid-week break to have the best challenge of your year white water rafting the New River Gorge, WV. Get the most authentic experience and the best value with River Expeditions guiding this trip. All skill levels are encouraged to check out the classic whitewater and action packed adventures set in pristine wilderness gorges. This great bargain includes transportation to/ from Roanoke, lunch, guided raft trip, and all safety gear. Bring money for dinner on the way home. Transportation provided from the Brambleton Center. Join us on July 29 Register Online Here

Wednesday, June 24, 2009

Virginia Tech students help improve our parks

For the next two weeks 24 students from a Virginia Tech construction technology class will be put to work on several Roanoke County park projects. The students will be working on wooden trash recepticals for parks, a new dumpster blind at Brambleton Center, and adding internal wall studs to a new director's residence at Camp Roanoke. Mike Henderson, an adjunct professor and local master builder is leading the class. We're pleased to have the help of these eager young faces!

Tuesday, June 23, 2009

Crabtree Falls Hike - July 10

Join us as we hike along the highest vertical drop cascading waterfall east of the Mississippi river! The hike is easy and perfect for every age and ability. Tour guide and transportation included. Register Online Here