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Muddy Squirrel, LLC provides outdoor “adventure” education to youth, families, and adults. We have a calendar of scheduled events including trail running classes, guided backpacking trips (equipment provided), mountain biking, orienteering “treasure hunts,” wilderness survival experiences, and backpacking “how-to” classes. Our goal is to provide learners of all levels with challenging opportunities to push their academic, emotional, and/or physical limits. We want learners to do more than “think outside the box;” we want them to “think outside.” The instructors at Muddy Squirrel are committed to facilitating learning in the most engaging ways possible. Both are experienced outdoor guides and are Wilderness First Aid certified. Both hold current Virginia teaching certificates and are accomplished teachers with a combined total of over 30 years experience. PO Box 236 Troutville, VA 24175 (540)…

Mountain Junkies L.L.C. strives to be all things trail for the Roanoke Valley and surrounding areas. Not only do we host competitive events but we want to introduce you to new areas and adventures. 212 East Main Street Salem, VA 24153 (540) 525-9452

Horseshoe Creek Stables is conveniently located in Roanoke, VA. Offer trail rides guided to the public. Horseshoe Creek Stables is a lifelong dream come true for Patsy and Steve Greer Finnally.... they are able to share their love for horses and appreciation of the wildlife and land surrounding them in the Blue Ridge Mountains with you. Whether you have never ridden before or have been on horseback for your entire life, you will feel nothing short of amazed by the breathtaking scenery throughout the trails and down home hospitality at this family owned farm. Riding Western Pleasure is just that! It is a way to get out and relax your mind and leave the stress of "the rat race" behind. From crossing streams to riding up and down mountains, we…

Have you seen Gills Creek Marina lately? We now offer boat rentals including pontoons, kayaks, and canoes. There are 20 New covered boat slips, Beer & Wine in-store, 9 Covered Wet Slips with electric and water, 20 Covered slips with lifts, 3 Slips for Lodge and Store Customers, 4 Jet-ski lifts. There is a New Ramp Dock. Come launch your boat! The lodge includes four 1-Bedroom rooms. A great vacation spot! 790 Fox Chase Road Wirtz, VA 24184 (540) 721-2451

The Franklin County Recreation Park offers a variety of outdoor activities for all ages. The park is maintained by the Franklin County Parks & Recreation Department and hosts various special events and recreational leagues. Some of the amenities at the park include: 2 picnic shelters, Disc golf, Horseshoe Pit, Sand Volleyball, Tennis Courts, Fishing in a 3-acre lake, Hiking & Biking Trails, Soccer & Baseball Fields 2150 Sontag Road Rocky Mount, VA 24151 (540) 483-9293

Load up the boat, pack your best rod and reel and hit the road– It is time to "Fish Virginia First"– The Mid-Atlantic's Premier Fishing Trail! Some of the best fishing destinations in the country await you in Virginia! Home of some of the most picturesque and inspiring lakes, ponds, streams, rivers and reservoirs around, Virginia promises to satisfy your desire to fish, as well as your sense of adventure! "Fish Virginia First" is a program designed to help bring these great experiences together for you to enjoy. 101 Shenandoah Avenue, NE Roanoke, VA 24016 N/A

Home of the legendary fairy stones, this park is well known for its 168-acre lake adjoining Philpott Reservoir. The park is just minutes from the Blue Ridge Parkway. Attractions include cabins, a campground, group camping, an equestrian campground, a conference center, hiking trails, lake swimming, rowboats, canoes, paddle boats, kayaks, picnicking and two playgrounds, including one in the water. Lodging: 1 lodge, 25 cabins, 50 single tent sites, 6 group tent sites. RV sites available. 967 Fairystone Lake Drive Stuart, VA 24171 (276) 930-2424