Carroll County Office of Tourism

RAP’S GRAND OPENING

itsourstyle — Thu, 23 May 2013 16:34:18 +0000

Check out Rap’s Bar & Grill Grand Opening May 26 at 1113 Dusty Ridge Road, North of Fancy Gap, VA, right off the Blue Ridge Parkway near Mile Marker 189. Live music! Call 276.398.2204

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Fancy Gap, Virginia Welcome to Fancy Gap, where Heaven "is" a little closer. Looking for a relaxing getaway? A place with outdoor activities, cool summer weather, mountain music and culture, unique shopping and friendly people? Head to Fancy Gap Virginia, nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Whether you are looking for outdoor adventures or a peaceful retreat, Fancy Gap has something for everyone. Fancy Gap is located next to the Blue Ridge Parkway at mile marker 199.5 on US Hwy 52 and at Exit 8 off Interstate 77 in Carroll County, part of southwestern Virginia’s beautiful Blue Ridge Highlands region. The Blue Ridge Parkway, which extends through Carroll ...
Trip Ideas "RAP’S GRAND OPENING" doesn't have any sub pages. Love quiet little towns? Take a must-see trip to Historic Downtown Hillsville. First stop and try a wonderful early morning breakfast at the Hillsville Diner. Watch Mack prepare everyone’s breakfast while managing to carry on a conversation with just about everyone who comes in. Venture next door afterwards for a history lesson at the Carroll County Historical Museum inside the Historic Carroll County Courthouse, the home of the tragic but famous courthouse shooting in 1912. Next, hop on the Beaver Dam Creek Trail and make your way down to the brand new labyrinth at the picnic shelter. Head back up to ...

$40 UNLIMITED GOLF SPECIAL

itsourstyle — Sat, 18 May 2013 17:47:53 +0000

What a deal! Enjoy the best of Blue Ridge Mountan Golf! Olde Mill Resort is offering Play All Day for $40, Cart Included Friday, May 24 through Monday, May 27 – Tee Times Required. Call now to reserve your spot: 276.398.2211 www.oldemill.net

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Outdoor Adventures Take a hike at The Devils Den Nature Preserve to discover a unique rock plate formed cave in Fancy Gap. While your in Fancy Gap take advantage of the unique eatery’s and wonderful shopping whether it arts, antiques or boutiques Fancy Gap has a little of them all. Swing in style, Carroll County is home to two great Golf Courses Skyland Lakes Golf Course and Olde Mill Resort . With the rolling terrain and lovely greens you are sure to have a great day of golf. www.oldemill.net The New River, whether it’s Fishing, Tubing, Canoeing, Kayaking, The New is a great place ...
Weekend Getaway Rent a bike or maybe a horse or bring your own, stroll along The New River Trail State Park, along one of the oldest rivers in the world the New River. Fall and Spring are the perfect times to enjoy unbelievable scenery and abundant color. Take a sip our Style, at one of Virginia’s most unusual and truly unique wineries or should we say meadery and cider house Blacksnake Meadery, and Foggy Ridge Cider. Dine at one of our outstanding restaurants. Explore the various antiques shops and artisan galleries to discover unique gifts Enjoy local exhibits at The Carroll County ...

TWIN COUNTY SENIOR OLYMPICS REGISTRATION DEADLINE MAY 17

itsourstyle — Sun, 12 May 2013 14:26:13 +0000

The Registration Deadline for the Twin County Senior Olympics is Friday May 17. There will be no additional sign-ups the day of the event. If you think you might want to participate in an event, go ahead and sign-up. Your registration will be canceled if you change your mind. You must be at least 50 years young to participate. Events May 31 include Golf, Bike Race and Bowling. June 1 enjoy Fun-Run/Walk, Corn Hold, Ladder Golf, Horseshoes, Basketball Shoot-Out, Softball Pitch, 50 Yard Dash, Football Toss and Frisbee Throw. Visit www.CarrollCountyVA.org/recreation or call 276.7303191 to register.

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Carroll County in Round the Mountain Get the most out of your visit to Southwest Virginia by planning ahead! We invite you to explore the `Round the Mountain Regional Artisan Trail Network which links you, the traveler, to artisan studios, farms, wineries, agritourism businesses, galleries, craft related venues and more! Regional Artisan Trail Sites are easy to identify, just look for the `Round the Mountain sign displayed at each site. We have a designated artisan trail within Carroll County and the city of Galax that identifies artist and gallery members. To request an artisan map, contact the tourism office at 276-730-3100 or visit the ‘Round the Mountain website for a downloadable version of the map. Visit www.roundthemountain.org to create your own personalized itinerary ...
Blue Ridge Parkway Outstanding scenery and recreational opportunities make the Blue Ridge Parkway one of the most popular units of the National Park System. "America's Favorite Drive" winds its way 469 miles through mountain meadows and past seemingly endless vistas. Split-rail fences, old farmsteads and historic structures complement spectacular views of distant mountains and neighboring valleys. The Parkway incorporates several recreation areas, some exceeding 6,000 acres. These parks within the Parkway have visitor centers, camp grounds, picnic areas, trails and, in many instances, concessionaire-operated lodges, restaurants, and other facilities. Building the Parkway through mountainous terrain was a monumental labor. Authorized in the 1930s as a Depression-era public ...

HILLSVILLE DOWNTOWN CELEBRATION

itsourstyle — Sat, 11 May 2013 14:27:40 +0000

Saturday, May 11 enjoy a Historic Hillsville 2013 Downtown Celebration. The fun begins on Main Street at 5 pm with a Classic Car Cruise-In. Then move on over to Jailhouse Square for a 6 pm performance by The Catalinas. Free Admission – Family Fun – Food an Beverages Available – Don’t Miss It!

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Trip Ideas "HILLSVILLE DOWNTOWN CELEBRATION" doesn't have any sub pages. Love quiet little towns? Take a must-see trip to Historic Downtown Hillsville. First stop and try a wonderful early morning breakfast at the Hillsville Diner. Watch Mack prepare everyone’s breakfast while managing to carry on a conversation with just about everyone who comes in. Venture next door afterwards for a history lesson at the Carroll County Historical Museum inside the Historic Carroll County Courthouse, the home of the tragic but famous courthouse shooting in 1912. Next, hop on the Beaver Dam Creek Trail and make your way down to the brand new labyrinth at the picnic shelter. Head back up to ...
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CIVIL WAR RE-ENACTMENT AT KANAWHA VALLEY

itsourstyle — Fri, 10 May 2013 17:06:05 +0000

May 10-12 Kanawha Valley Arena hosts the 4th Annual Civil War Re-Enactment, 121 Kanawha Ridge Lane, Dugspur, VA. There are many activities for the entire family.For more info call 540.789.2084,visit www.virginiarodeo.com or e-mail kanawha@virginiarodeo.com.

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Outdoor Adventures Take a hike at The Devils Den Nature Preserve to discover a unique rock plate formed cave in Fancy Gap. While your in Fancy Gap take advantage of the unique eatery’s and wonderful shopping whether it arts, antiques or boutiques Fancy Gap has a little of them all. Swing in style, Carroll County is home to two great Golf Courses Skyland Lakes Golf Course and Olde Mill Resort . With the rolling terrain and lovely greens you are sure to have a great day of golf. www.oldemill.net The New River, whether it’s Fishing, Tubing, Canoeing, Kayaking, The New is a great place ...
Carroll County on The Crooked Road The Crooked Road, Virginia’s Heritage Music Trail, winds through the mountains of Southwest Virginia. Here, the Bluegrass, Old Time, and Traditional Country music is as beautiful and rugged as the landscape itself. Our mission: Supporting economic development by promoting Heritage Tourism and Blue Ridge and Appalachian culture. Visit www.thecrookedroad.org to explore the trail through an interactive map, purchase a unique selection of music, books, and apparel, and plan a trip to visit various venues. Discover authentic mountain music where it was born at eight major venues: Ralph Stanley Museum, Country Cabin II, Carter Family Fold, Birthplace of Country Music Alliance, Rex Theater & Old Fiddler’s Convention, Blue Ridge Music Center, Floyd Country Store & County Sales, ...

FREE MID-DAY MOUNTAIN MUSIC

itsourstyle — Thu, 09 May 2013 20:26:43 +0000

the Blue Ridge Music center is offering free mid-day mountain music Noon – 4pm on Mondays(The Buck Mountain Band), Thursdays (Scott Freeman and Willard Gayheart)and Fridays(Jim Marshall and friends) through Oct. 28. The Center is located off of the Blue Ridge Parkway at 700 Foothills Rd., Galax, VA. Check out www.blueridgemusiccenter.org for more info.

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Music & Cultural Heritage Tour Bluegrass Lovers heaven… Hear our Style there is always the sound of a banjo ringing in the air or the site of dancer cutting a jig to a fiddle tune. It’s the home of Bluegrass music. Home to the Blue Ridge Music Center located at MP 213 on The Blue Ridge Parkway May – October you can listen and watch bluegrass music and traditional dancing every day of the week. Carroll has over 50 miles of the Crooked Road Music Heritage Trail that runs throughout and there are to many venues to mention… Here are just a Few Applewood Music ...
Carroll County on The Crooked Road The Crooked Road, Virginia’s Heritage Music Trail, winds through the mountains of Southwest Virginia. Here, the Bluegrass, Old Time, and Traditional Country music is as beautiful and rugged as the landscape itself. Our mission: Supporting economic development by promoting Heritage Tourism and Blue Ridge and Appalachian culture. Visit www.thecrookedroad.org to explore the trail through an interactive map, purchase a unique selection of music, books, and apparel, and plan a trip to visit various venues. Discover authentic mountain music where it was born at eight major venues: Ralph Stanley Museum, Country Cabin II, Carter Family Fold, Birthplace of Country Music Alliance, Rex Theater & Old Fiddler’s Convention, Blue Ridge Music Center, Floyd Country Store & County Sales, ...

SENIOR OLYMPICS REGISTRATION DEADLINE MAY 17

itsourstyle — Wed, 08 May 2013 15:44:33 +0000

Don’t miss out! The registration deadline for TWIN COUNTY SENIOR OLYMPICS – 2013 is MAY17. May 31 events include Golf, Bike Racing and Bowling. June 1 activities feature a Fun/Run Walk, Corn Hole, Ladder Golf, Horseshoes, Basketball Shoot-Out, Softball Pitch, Football Toss and Frisbee Throw. The fun is available to everyone 50 and older. There will be no additional sign ups the day of the event. Visit www.CarrollCountyVA.org/recreation or call 276.730.3191 to register.

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Carroll County in Round the Mountain Get the most out of your visit to Southwest Virginia by planning ahead! We invite you to explore the `Round the Mountain Regional Artisan Trail Network which links you, the traveler, to artisan studios, farms, wineries, agritourism businesses, galleries, craft related venues and more! Regional Artisan Trail Sites are easy to identify, just look for the `Round the Mountain sign displayed at each site. We have a designated artisan trail within Carroll County and the city of Galax that identifies artist and gallery members. To request an artisan map, contact the tourism office at 276-730-3100 or visit the ‘Round the Mountain website for a downloadable version of the map. Visit www.roundthemountain.org to create your own personalized itinerary ...
Blue Ridge Parkway Outstanding scenery and recreational opportunities make the Blue Ridge Parkway one of the most popular units of the National Park System. "America's Favorite Drive" winds its way 469 miles through mountain meadows and past seemingly endless vistas. Split-rail fences, old farmsteads and historic structures complement spectacular views of distant mountains and neighboring valleys. The Parkway incorporates several recreation areas, some exceeding 6,000 acres. These parks within the Parkway have visitor centers, camp grounds, picnic areas, trails and, in many instances, concessionaire-operated lodges, restaurants, and other facilities. Building the Parkway through mountainous terrain was a monumental labor. Authorized in the 1930s as a Depression-era public ...

BLACKSMITHING AT MATTHEWS FARM

itsourstyle — Tue, 07 May 2013 17:42:36 +0000

Ever wanted to learn about blacksmithing? Try the INTRODUCTION TO BLACKSMITHING WITH DANNY WINGATE Saturday, May 11, 9am to 5 pm at Matthews Living History Farm, 476 White Pine Rd., Galax, VA – 276.236.7338-www.matthewsfarmmuseum.org. – Tuition$87.00 – Age 18+ – Material Fee TBD – Level: Beginner

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Fancy Gap, Virginia Welcome to Fancy Gap, where Heaven "is" a little closer. Looking for a relaxing getaway? A place with outdoor activities, cool summer weather, mountain music and culture, unique shopping and friendly people? Head to Fancy Gap Virginia, nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Whether you are looking for outdoor adventures or a peaceful retreat, Fancy Gap has something for everyone. Fancy Gap is located next to the Blue Ridge Parkway at mile marker 199.5 on US Hwy 52 and at Exit 8 off Interstate 77 in Carroll County, part of southwestern Virginia’s beautiful Blue Ridge Highlands region. The Blue Ridge Parkway, which extends through Carroll ...
Carroll County in Round the Mountain Get the most out of your visit to Southwest Virginia by planning ahead! We invite you to explore the `Round the Mountain Regional Artisan Trail Network which links you, the traveler, to artisan studios, farms, wineries, agritourism businesses, galleries, craft related venues and more! Regional Artisan Trail Sites are easy to identify, just look for the `Round the Mountain sign displayed at each site. We have a designated artisan trail within Carroll County and the city of Galax that identifies artist and gallery members. To request an artisan map, contact the tourism office at 276-730-3100 or visit the ‘Round the Mountain website for a downloadable version of the map. Visit www.roundthemountain.org to create your own personalized itinerary ...

NEW RIVER TRAIL/DR. DANNELLY RUN & WALK

itsourstyle — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 14:13:29 +0000

The Annual New River Trail/Dr. Dannelly 10K Run and 5K Walk, Felts Park and New River Trail, 9 am, Registration at 7:30 am. Registration fee and info: 276.2363218.

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Weekend Getaway Rent a bike or maybe a horse or bring your own, stroll along The New River Trail State Park, along one of the oldest rivers in the world the New River. Fall and Spring are the perfect times to enjoy unbelievable scenery and abundant color. Take a sip our Style, at one of Virginia’s most unusual and truly unique wineries or should we say meadery and cider house Blacksnake Meadery, and Foggy Ridge Cider. Dine at one of our outstanding restaurants. Explore the various antiques shops and artisan galleries to discover unique gifts Enjoy local exhibits at The Carroll County ...
Carroll County in Round the Mountain Get the most out of your visit to Southwest Virginia by planning ahead! We invite you to explore the `Round the Mountain Regional Artisan Trail Network which links you, the traveler, to artisan studios, farms, wineries, agritourism businesses, galleries, craft related venues and more! Regional Artisan Trail Sites are easy to identify, just look for the `Round the Mountain sign displayed at each site. We have a designated artisan trail within Carroll County and the city of Galax that identifies artist and gallery members. To request an artisan map, contact the tourism office at 276-730-3100 or visit the ‘Round the Mountain website for a downloadable version of the map. Visit www.roundthemountain.org to create your own personalized itinerary ...

HOUSTON FEST – MAY 3-4

itsourstyle — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 14:54:05 +0000

Enjoy two days of bluegrass and old time music at Houston Fest, May 3-4, Felts Park, Galax, VA. The event honors the legacy of local musician Houston Caldwell, a young banjo player who lost his life in 2010. The event features a huge lineup of entertainers. Check it out at www.houstonfestgalax.com

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Music & Cultural Heritage Tour Bluegrass Lovers heaven… Hear our Style there is always the sound of a banjo ringing in the air or the site of dancer cutting a jig to a fiddle tune. It’s the home of Bluegrass music. Home to the Blue Ridge Music Center located at MP 213 on The Blue Ridge Parkway May – October you can listen and watch bluegrass music and traditional dancing every day of the week. Carroll has over 50 miles of the Crooked Road Music Heritage Trail that runs throughout and there are to many venues to mention… Here are just a Few Applewood Music ...
Weekend Getaway Rent a bike or maybe a horse or bring your own, stroll along The New River Trail State Park, along one of the oldest rivers in the world the New River. Fall and Spring are the perfect times to enjoy unbelievable scenery and abundant color. Take a sip our Style, at one of Virginia’s most unusual and truly unique wineries or should we say meadery and cider house Blacksnake Meadery, and Foggy Ridge Cider. Dine at one of our outstanding restaurants. Explore the various antiques shops and artisan galleries to discover unique gifts Enjoy local exhibits at The Carroll County ...