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2022
Aug
06
2021
Sept 30-Oct 3 | The Wood’s Hole Weekend
The Wood's Hole Weekend | September 30 through October 3, 2021 Are you ready to turn your dream of thru-hiking or section-hiking the historic, 2,192-mile Appalachian Trail into reality in the near future? Then you won’t want to miss this very special weekend retreat to benefit the iconic Woods Hole Hostel, regularly ranked by hikers among the best hostel experiences on...
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Apr
02
2020
Mill Creek Nature Park’s Sentinel Point Hike
Mill Creek Nature Park’s Sentinel Point Hike Please know that at the time of this posting, Mill Creek was open to enjoy fresh air and exercise- but at any point if that changes, abide by the locked gate and do not enter. Practice social distancing and no groups larger than 10. Maintain distance between all members of the hiking party, and...
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Mar
23
2020
Top 10 Outdoor Activities to Refresh & Get Away
Top 10 Outdoor Activities to Refresh & Get Away Giles County is home to many outdoor adventures and recreation opportunities. Consider these Top 10 activities. (Although not in any particular order- there's just that much good stuff!) Visit the Sinking Creek Covered Bridge Talk a stroll on one of the Wellness Trails Hike to Sentinel Point Narrows at Mill Creek Nature...
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May
28
2019
Pearis Cemetery-A Short Stroll on the Appalachian Trail
Pearis Cemetery-A Short Stroll on the AT Written by Teresa Fletcher I’ve had a few people tell me that they’d love to go on a hike on the Appalachian Trail, but they just don’t think they can climb a mountain. I always reply to this that I know just the place for them to go. The Pearis Cemetery trailhead is located at...
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Mar
30
2019
Dog Day Afternoon-A Mill Creek Adventure
By: Teresa Fletcher My friend Melanie has an awesome dog named Sparky. Like most dogs, Sparky likes to go for walks with Melanie and since I like to go for walks also, we decided to go to Mill Creek and take a walk together. Getting to Mill Creek is relatively easy, which is one of the many reasons that it’s one...
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Mar
28
2018
Pembroke Day Trip
SUGGESTED ITINERARY | PEMBROKE DAY TRIP Morning- Begin your day stocking up on supplies and breakfast at Tangent Outfitters and Cascade Café. Enjoy your morning of shopping at Amish Heirlooms, Pearl’s Petals and Gifts, flea market-esqu shops including Yesteryear, Big Dawg’s Bargains, and Cascade Café. All within walking distance for a nice stroll through this quaint small town that’s a hub...
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Mar
21
2018
Glen Lyn Day Trip
SUGGESTED ITINERARY | GLEN LYN DAY TRIP Morning- A visit to Glen Lyn can begin at the Glen Lyn Town Office, located at 205 Houston Lane. A beautiful long walking and biking trail system starts at the Town Hall and follows Hwy. 460 going under the bridge and then through the Glen Lyn Park and along the New River. The trail is 1.73...
Read MoreLoving Virginia: A hike leads to a rare sight in Giles County
Loving Virginia: A hike leads to a rare sight in Giles County By: Alexan Balekian Posted: Jan 26, 2018 07:09 AM EST Updated: Jan 26, 2018 07:09 AM EST ROANOKE, Va - Alexan Balekian takes us on a hike in Giles County where it ends with a sight rarely seen. Hundreds of thousands visit Cascade Falls each year but only a few witness something only mother nature can...
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