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Wait, Problems?

For the unenlightened, “problems” are not that at all—they’re places where the likes of Aaron Parlier have mapped out how to climb a boulder.

Race Won! (NOT)

A case of runner’s high can be acute when you’re in your first-ever marathon, you’re out front and you feel like you’ve got it in hand.

10 Falls [Not to Miss]

The hikes are more than worth it to these cascades.

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Outdoor outfitters get to try all the good stuff. Here are a few recommendations.

7 Great Family Floats

Summer's the time, our waters are the place.

Explore Your Backyard

Great stuff to do with the family and not far from home.

Virginia Mountains- The Genuine Adventures

The Virginia mountains are full of fun. And a few genuine challenges as well. Let's go.

Get Physical at the Winery

Gallop through the vineyards. Shoot skeet in the meadow. Paddle along Little River through Floyd County scenery.

Trail Fuel

Lexington coffee roaster's new cold brew.

Relief in Works for McAfee Lot Parking Problems

Pathfinders for Greenways, Roanoke County and Virgina Tech are at work on a new loop and Parking lot.

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Wait, Problems?

For the unenlightened, “problems” are not that at all—they’re places where the likes of Aaron Parlier have mapped out how to climb a boulder.
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Race Won! (NOT)

A case of runner’s high can be acute when you’re in your first-ever marathon, you’re out front and you feel like you’ve got it in hand.
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10 Falls [Not to Miss]

The hikes are more than worth it to these cascades.
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Summer Gear

Outdoor outfitters get to try all the good stuff. Here are a few recommendations.
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7 Great Family Floats

Summer's the time, our waters are the place.
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Explore Your Backyard

Great stuff to do with the family and not far from home.
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Virginia Mountains- The Genuine Adventures

The Virginia mountains are full of fun. And a few genuine challenges as well. Let's go.
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Get Physical at the Winery

Gallop through the vineyards. Shoot skeet in the meadow. Paddle along Little River through Floyd County scenery.
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Trail Fuel

Lexington coffee roaster's new cold brew.
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Relief in Works for McAfee Lot Parking Problems

Pathfinders for Greenways, Roanoke County and Virgina Tech are at work on a new loop and Parking lot.
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