2009.07.01
Roanoke County Parks and Recreation announces summer lineup
Roanoke County Parks has a fantastic summer lineup for every age and every interest! Take as look at the program samples shown below and give us a call if there's something you're interested in. I've listed a few of my favorite options here, but there are hundreds more on our website and in REConnection Magazine.
Feeling overwhelmed by the summer heat? This time next year you'll be able to cool off at Splash Valley, an outdoor water park attached to Roanoke County's new Green Ridge Recreation Center. You can be a part of it by becoming a founding member! Membership pre-sale begins Monday, August 3rd. Check our website often to get updates on construction and membership prices. Members will have access to a state-of-the-art wellness center, walking track, gymnasum, and indoor leisure pool featuring water slides, a hot tub and a current river! Green Ridge will open the first week of January.
Rafting the New River Gorge
'The New River Gorge is home to America's Best Whitewater®, offering an adventure for everyone - novice to expert'. Take a mid-week break to have the best challenge of your year white water rafting the New River Gorge, WV. Get the most authentic experience and the best value with River Expeditions guiding this trip. All skill levels are encouraged to check out the classic whitewater and action packed adventures set in pristine wilderness gorges. This great bargain includes transportation to/ from Roanoke, lunch, guided raft trip, and all safety gear. Bring money for dinner on the way home. Transportation provided from the Brambleton Center.
Wednesday, July 29th · Register Online Here
Get Paid to Talk - Professional Voiceovers
Have you ever been told that you have a great voice? This exciting class explores numerous aspects of voice over work for television, film, radio, audio books, documentaries and the Internet in your area. You will learn how to prepare your demo, how to be successful and earn great income in this exciting field. You will even have a chance to record a commercial script.
Tuesdays, beginning July 14 at Brambleton Center ·
6:00-9:00pm Register Online Here
6:00-9:00pm Register Online Here
World Music Camp
Kids and Adults can groove and dance to the beat as you learn to play exciting music and rhythms from the Carribean and Japan. This camp is designed especially for family participation and is open to ages 8 through adult, with no previous experience necessary. Participants will be totally 'hands-on' as they learn to play music on Carribean steel drums, and perform rhythmic routines on Japanese Taiko drums. All materials and instruments are provided. It's a full day of music, culture and fun! Individual rate is $50. Up to 4 family members may sign up as a group for only $60 by calling 772-PLAY.
July 17 and 18 · 10am-3pm at Brambleton Center
Register Online Here
July 17 and 18 · 10am-3pm at Brambleton Center
Register Online Here
Roanoke County Parks, Recreation & Tourism is operated by the government of Roanoke County. While our mission is to first serve Roanoke County citizens, recreation programs are open to everyone! We hope you will take time to explore the many great program offerings Roanoke County has to offer. If you think of a program that you don't see offered, let us know about it.
See you in the parks,
Scott Ramsburg
Marketing Manager
Roanoke County Parks, Recreation & Tourism
