QAC Moonlight Paddle
Carvins Cove Carvins Cove(18+, 10 with an adult) Join Parks & Rec and the Roanoke Diversity Center for a rare chance to paddle Carvins Cove under the light of a full moon. https://www.facebook.com/events/384346754685642/
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Outdoor Adventure
Outdoor Photography Workshop: Water
Grab you camera and join a professional photographer for in person, in the field instruction. This workshop will cover photographing water in different ways. Whether you want to get that hazy image blur to convey the motion of the water or freeze the water in place, your instructors will help you learn how to use […]
Nature’s Bounty Hike
Join Parks & Rec Naturalists for a guided hike on Mill Mountain to appreciate nature's bounty. Indigenous people values, "plant signatures," when foraging wild edibles. This was the belief that a plant's physical characteristics revealed its medicinal and culinary uses. Learn to identify wild edibles and how these plants were used by indigenous people. https://www.facebook.com/events/1048980680268307/
Sunset Kayak Excursion
(18+,10+ with adult) Join us for an evening paddle to learn the basics of kayaking and explore the Cove. We will have you paddling off into the sunset in no time! Equipment and leadership provided. Participants must be able to swim. Please note: Parent or guardian must be present on this trip for participants under […]
$45
Morningside Short Track XC Bash
Morningside Park Morningside ParkMorningside Short Track XC Mountain Bike Bash promises an adrenaline-packed spectacle as riders power up steep, punchy climbs to muscle for position before plunging into twisty, roller-coaster-style single track. The course is a thrilling 2-plus mile loop, and it will deliver all the excitements that mountain biking offers, demanding competitors to complete multiple laps. The […]
$30
Mountain Bike Shuttle to Bryce!
Public Works Public Works(18+, 16+ with adult) Bryce Resort simplifies uphill climbs with a ski lift, allowing for more time to enjoy downhill trails and thrilling experiences. Plus, Play Roanoke has you covered with a shuttle service to transport you and your bike to Bryce for the day. This is the perfect opportunity for beginners to dive into […]
QAC Caving
(18+, 10+ with a participating adult*) Come experience the adventure of caving and the thrills of challenging yourself as we crawl and climb deep underground to a place seldom seen. Explore hidden passages, admire beautiful cave formations, experience total darkness, and see a whole new world...in a different light! This program will depart from our […]
Hike Hanging Rock Raptor Observatory
Fall bird migration is in full swing, and this hike puts you right in the middle of a major flyway. Hike to the observatory and watch the skies for eagles, hawks, & falcons making their way south. Bring a pair of binoculars. Don't have one? Let us know and we can bring a pair for […]
Outdoor Photography Fall Foliage
Autumn in the Appalachian Mountains is unrivaled for its beauty. People come from across the globe to experience it. With the help of a professional photographer, get on site instruction while hiking in the Blue Ridge Mountains, and take your photos to the next level. Learn to capture the beauty of autumn in compelling photos. […]
Mountain Lake Hike
Most people think of the movie Dirty Dancing when they think of Mountain Lake or the lake that is sometimes a lake. That being said some of the best hiking trails in the state can be found at Mountain Lake. So if you are a fan of Patrick Swayze or love 360-degree views then come […]
$17
Intro to Wild Caving
(18+, 10+ with a participating adult*) Come experience the adventure of caving and the thrills of challenging yourself as we crawl and climb deep underground to a place seldom seen. Explore hidden passages, admire beautiful cave formations, experience total darkness, and see a whole new world...in a different light! This program will depart from our […]
$55
Hike Pandapas Pond
Hike around a local wetland & watch for wildlife. Pandapas Pond attracts many migratory birds, mammals, reptiles, and amphibians. Bring binoculars, or borrow a pair of ours, and let's see what we can see. This hike departs from the Roanoke Public Works Division located at 1802 Courtland Rd NE, Roanoke. Bring plenty of water (2 […]
Outdoor Photography: Sunset & Sunrise
Most photographers will tell you the best times to take are at the beginning and end of the day. This is what we will focus on for this workshop. We will drive up to the High Knob Fire Tower to photograph both the sunset on November 2nd, and the sunrise on November 3rd. We will […]
Outdoor Photography: Sunset & Sunrise
Most photographers will tell you the best times to take are at the beginning and end of the day. This is what we will focus on for this workshop. We will drive up to the High Knob Fire Tower to photograph both the sunset on November 2nd, and the sunrise on November 3rd. We will […]
History of Carvins Cove Hike
(18+, 14+ with adult) Carvins Cove, for many of us living in Roanoke, is our weekend getaway adventure or our post work playground, but have you ever wondered what was there before you were hiking through the Enchanted Forest or how the trails got their name? Carvins Cove’s history can be found online or in […]
$17
