📢 Share Your Voice! The next public meeting for the McCadden Park Master Plan will be held at the RCPS Community Empowerment Center on October 6. Join us for an interactive session to learn more about this project and share your feedback. What to expect: 🔺A short presentation sharing different site plan concepts for your […]
Join our low-impact hiking group designed especially for active adults aged 50 and over. Senior Summits offers leisure-paced hikes led by experienced guides, perfect for those who enjoy the outdoors without the rush. This fall, Senior Summits will be exploring a variety of scenic locations in the New River Valley. The second highlight includes the […]
(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, […]
📢 Share Your Voice! The next public meeting for the Washington Park Master Plan will be held at the RCPS Community Empowerment Center on October 7. Join us for an interactive session to learn more about this project and share your feedback. What to expect: 🔺A short presentation sharing different site plan concepts for your […]
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 age 18. https://www.facebook.com/events/1770567267003009/
Trick or treat? How about stab and sculpt? This fall, ditch the pumpkin spice and pick up a felting needle. In this introductory gnome needle felting class, you’ll learn the basics while creating an adorable felted gnome of your own. Join us for four cozy, wonderful sessions on Thursdays from October 9–30, 6:00–7:30 PM, inside […]
Join us at Mill Mountain Park for some s’mores and science, as a park Naturalist helps you get to know some of the night shift wildlife that inhabit our parks and backyards. We will use UV lights in order to attract nocturnal insects that we otherwise never get to see, and use highly sensitive microphones […]
Ever wanted to get into backpacking but don’t know where to start? Join us on a 2 day, 1 night journey through Pedlar Ranger District of the George Washington National Forest, within the Mount Pleasant National Scenic Area. We will be learning the basic fundamentals about backpacking and everything you need to know so that […]
City of Roanoke Parks and Recreation is excited to bring back one of our favorite event series, Music on the Mountain! Join us at the Mill Mountain Discovery Center for an evening of great music and delicious food. Each month will highlight a new musician, host a new food truck, and have crafts and activities […]
