The Green Ridge aquatics staff was awarded the 2019 Silver International Aquatic Safety award from Jeff Ellis and Associates, Inc. for the third consecutive year. The facility ranked in the top 30% in external safety audits... Read on...
Learn something new this spring or just come and have fun! Adult Salsa Dancing will be hosted by Emilee Fitzwater! This class will be focusing on learning the basics in salsa and bachata. All adults are welcome-beginners... Read on...
Indoor Soccer, Basketball and Indoor T-Ball! For the beginner athlete! This program will center on learning the beginning skills of each sport and good sportsmanship in a non-competitive, fun environment. Kids have a chance to learn the fundamentals... Read on...
Do you have a new camera with too many bells and whistles? Find out how to use F stops, shutter speeds, resolution, white balance, exposure modes and more.Teena Cook has taught photography at VWCC for 30 years and has a Masters Degree. Join us on... Read on...
There are an enormous number of factors that affect how our body processes the nutrition (food) we put into it. Session three of the Holistic Nutrition series takes a deeper look at nutrition and our body. We'll look at factors such as... Read on...
According to UDisc, an app developer for disc golf enthusiasts, Explore Park's Mayflower Hills Disc Golf Course came in #45 in a ranking of the world's top courses. Thanks to a fantastic design by members of the Roanoke Disc Golf Club... Read on...
Individual season passes are now available for the 2020 Splash Valley season, which will run May 23 through September 17. Take advantage of early bird pricing when you purchase a pass by April 30... Read on...
Roanoke County public schools are closed on March 3 for primary elections and March 13 for a teacher work day. Enrichment programs will be available at Green Ridge Recreation Center from 7:30am to 6:00pm for grade school aged children needing care... Read on...
Enjoy hours of pleasant cycling along the Virginia Creeper Trail! Beginning at the local high point of Whitetop Station, we will take advantage of 17 miles of scenic and gently sloping terrain, with transportation & equipment included... Read on...
Parents need a night out? Party Zone is back at Green Ridge Recreation Center on Friday, March 13 for ages 3-10. Drop off your kids ages 3-10 for a superhero party, including crafts, pizza, swimming and more... Read on...
A unique and protected environment, wild caves offer adventure and awe right under our feet. Emphasizing responsible caving, join us as we navigate, crawl and climb though passages and chambers to see beautiful formations and experience... Read on...
Roanoke County's summer camps are now open for registration. Choose from over 200 camps including half-day, full-day and overnight programs at locations such as Green Ridge Recreation Center, Explore Park and Camp Roanoke... Read on...
New in 2010, Camp Roanoke has expanded its lineup of full day programs to include options for rising K through 7th graders. Previously only offered through grade 5, the day camp option offers an alternative for campers who don't want to stay overnight... Read on...
Roanoke County Schools are out for teacher workdays on Monday, February 3 and Friday, March 13. New this winter, experience outdoor fun at Camp Roanoke with included satellite transportation from Tanglewood Mall... Read on...
The Ironman 70.3 is coming to Virginia's Blue Ridge this spring! Are you up to the challenge? Prepare yourself expert training tips from our personal trainers and partners. Topics include fitness, indoor cycling, outdoor cycling, running and swimming.... Read on...
Earn patches by participating in select outdoor programs offered by Roanoke County and Explore Park. Complete 12 of the 16 available patches and you'll receive a free adventure pass for discounts off future program participation... Read on...
