Twilight Canoeing - Only 3 Spaces Left

Join us on Friday, October 23rd and canoe the tranquil waters of Spring Hollow Reservoir under the safe guidance of Camp Roanoke staff. Meet at Camp Roanoke to outfit equipment then take a short hike to the reservoir where you will learn canoeing technique while exploring the Spring Hollow Reservoir. Note: The hike is moderate and requires close toed shoes to include sneakers or boots. Limited to 16 participants. Register Online Here Course Fee: $20

Rock Climbing - Sat. October 24th

Get the experience of climbing on a real rock face with Camp Roanoke's trained guides. You will expereince first hand what it is like to climb the great cliffs the Appalachain Mountains have to offer. This trip includes all equipment, transporation and guided climbing where you will learn belay commands and climbing techniques. Space is limited to 12 participants. Must be capable of physical activity. Register Online Here

Limited Time for Green Ridge "Super Splash"

We're only 170 memberships away from our founding member goal of 500 before the center opens! Once this goal is reached, we will not longer be offering the "Super Splash" membership package (including the outdoor leisure pool, Splash Valley) Make sure you take advantage of this all-inclusive membership while you still can. Visit us online to find out more.

Fall Waterways Cleanup Saturday

Clean up your favorite spot along a stream, tributary or river - or just get to know one. Sign up at www.cleanvalley.org to be a part of it. Then join us at noon at Wasena Park for lunch, music and more with fellow volunteers. Call 540-345-5523 for more informaiton.

Country Store on Friday October 9th

The Senior Citizens of Roanoke County will hold their Country Store/Flea
Market on Friday, October 9 from 9 AM - 1 PM at the Brambleton
Center, 3738 Brambleton Ave. SW (across from Hardees). The public is invited to
shop from the many vendors who sell a variety of household items, baked goods,
handmade crafts, antiques, children’s items, jewelry, books and more! Free
admission. For more information call the Roanoke County Parks, Recreation and
Tourism Department at 772-7529 ext 224

New REConnection Television Show Posted

Want to take a closer look at some of the great recreation programs Roanoke County has to offer? Check out the Fall 2009 edition of REConnection television just posted online. This edition shows you programs like mosaics, equine therapy, Korean cooking, and weight loss - plus get a look inside Green Ridge Recreation Center. View REConnection Television.

Green Ridge Welcomes Aquatics Director

This week Green Ridge Recreation Center's new aquatics director comes on board to make preparations for the January 1st opening of Roanoke County's new 76,000 square foot facility. Tanya Pendleton comes to Roanoke County from the Town of Blacksburg where she was the Aquatics Supervisor. Over the past 12 years, Tanya has worked as an Aquatics & Program Director in California, Colorado, Oklahoma, and Virginia. She graduated from the University of Southern California with a degree in Recreation Administration and is currently working on her Masters degree from Old Dominion University. Tanya is married with 3 children, whom all love the outdoors and water just as much as she does.