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Intro to Wild Caving

1802 Courtland Rd NE, Roanoke, VA 24012-4708, United States 1802 Courtland Rd NE, Roanoke, VA 24012-4708, United States

(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
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Winter Waterfall Series: Cascades Falls

Travel with us to Giles County where we will explore arguably the most beautiful winter waterfall in Virginia! This is a moderate, four-mile hike on a trail that was once used as a main corridor West by travelers. The trail follows along Little Stoney Creek and will be a wintery adventure. Program fee includes transportation […]

$17
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Indoor SUP Skills-Winter Session

LancerLot Sports Complex LancerLot Sports Complex

(18+, 10+ with adult) Come learn everything you need to know to get started in the exciting sport of Stand Up Paddleboarding or "SUP". Our instructor will provide one-on-one instruction to learn the proper stance for balance and control, essential paddle strokes, and other techniques. Courses will be held in a private indoor pool session […]

$15
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Snowshoe Shuttle

Public Works 1802 Courtland Rd NE Roanoke Va Public Works 1802 Courtland Rd NE Roanoke Va

It’s a winter wonderland out there; get outside and enjoy it! We’ll even drive you! Visit the best ski resort in the region, Snowshoe Mountain, with 56 trails, 14 lifts and more than 180” of snow annually. Grab a seat and dip your skis or snowboard into some soft deep powder! Fee includes transportation to […]

$30
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Event Series Weekly After School E-Gaming Tournaments

Weekly After School E-Gaming Tournaments

Historic Fishburn Mansion 714 13th Street SW, Roanoke, VA, United States

(Weekly!) Dive into the exciting world of Esports with our comprehensive *after-school program* designed for high school students. This unique opportunity not only focuses on enhancing your gaming skills through guided practice and competitive play but also explores a wide range of career paths within the Esports industry. Whether you aspire to be a professional […]

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Winter Waterfall Series: Roaring Run

Travel with us to Giles County where we will explore arguably the most beautiful winter waterfall in Virginia! This is a moderate, four-mile hike on a trail that was once used as a main corridor West by travelers. The trail follows along Little Stoney Creek and will be a wintery adventure. Program fee includes transportation […]

$17
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Beginner Crochet: Your Favorite Hook Up of 2025!

Historic Fishburn Mansion 714 13th Street SW, Roanoke, VA, United States

Crochet your first scarf with pockets! The Hand Haven Pocket Scarf is an easy, enjoyable project that’s perfect for beginners this New Year. In this 4-session workshop, we’ll guide you through creating the Hand Haven Pocket Scarf. Bring three skeins of chunky yarn and the hook size recommended on the yarn label. Quirky Crochet provides […]

$55
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Pilates- Mobility with Meghan

Historic Fishburn Mansion 714 13th Street SW, Roanoke, VA, United States

Join Mat Pilates for an effective workout that targets your full body and core. This workout is a combination of strengthening the abdominal wall and targeting muscles in every part of the body. Although this is a low impact workout, you will leave feeling stronger, energetic and more balanced than ever! You’ll notice how toned […]

$55
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Event Series Nature Lab Winter 1

Nature Lab Winter 1

Mill Mountain Discovery Center Mill Mountain Discovery Center

Are you looking for a way to add meaningful laboratory instruction and experiential education activities to your science curriculum? Nature Lab is a six week SOL based science program for homeschool and virtual students taught by a fully licensed teacher in Mill Mountain Park that allows for hands on/minds on weekly science exploration. Students regularly […]

$75
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Outdoor Photography: Wildlife

Mill Mountain Discovery Center Mill Mountain Discovery Center

You may not realize it, but winter is a fantastic time to photograph wildlife. While, yes, some animals are fast asleep and hibernating, others tough out the cold dark months. These are the animals we intend to photograph. Many migratory waterfowl overwinter in the lakes and ponds of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Resident birds like […]

$40
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Wild Caving

(18+, 10+ with a participating adult*) 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! Responsible safety and environmental practices for beginners […]

$55
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Indoor SUP Skills-Winter Session

LancerLot Sports Complex LancerLot Sports Complex

(18+, 10+ with adult) Come learn everything you need to know to get started in the exciting sport of Stand Up Paddleboarding or "SUP". Our instructor will provide one-on-one instruction to learn the proper stance for balance and control, essential paddle strokes, and other techniques. Courses will be held in a private indoor pool session […]

$15
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Vision Board 2025

Historic Fishburn Mansion 714 13th Street SW, Roanoke, VA, United States

Unlock your dreams and goals with this creative, hands-on vision board workshop! Join us for an inspiring session where you’ll tap into your aspirations, clarify your intentions, and bring your future to life on a board. Through guided reflection and various materials, you’ll design a personalized vision board that serves as a daily reminder of […]

$20
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Event Series Nature Lab Winter 1

Nature Lab Winter 1

Mill Mountain Discovery Center Mill Mountain Discovery Center

Are you looking for a way to add meaningful laboratory instruction and experiential education activities to your science curriculum? Nature Lab is a six week SOL based science program for homeschool and virtual students taught by a fully licensed teacher in Mill Mountain Park that allows for hands on/minds on weekly science exploration. Students regularly […]

$75
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Winter Waterfalls: Bottom Creek Gorge

One of the headwater streams of the South Fork of the Roanoke River, Bottom Creek is a powerful mountain stream that forms a stair-step series of broad-basin waterfalls known as The Kettles. It's a hotbed for rare aquatic species, providing critical habitat for four native species of fish: the orangefin madtom, the bigeye jumprock, the […]

$17
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Trail Work at Carvins Cove

(18+, 14+ with an adult) Join fellow trail enthusiasts—hikers, bikers, and equestrians—to maintain the trails at Carvins Cove. These workdays will be administered by Roanoke Parks and Recreation and will work on maintenance projects on our current trails. Roanoke Parks and Recreation will provide the tools, just show up with sturdy shoes, water, work gloves, […]

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