Outdoor Activities
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Outdoor activities abound in Statesville. Mountain biking, camping, fishing horseback riding, swimming, canoeing, hot air ballooning, gem mining, strolling through the park, picnicking by the duck pond...these and many more activities are waiting for you in Statesville. | ||
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Hot Air Balloon flights over the beautiful Piedmont area at sunrise and sunset. For more information visit www.aerosportballoons.com or 704-880-0238. Balloon rides are available during Carolina BalloonFest, October 23 & 24, 2010. To schedule your ride, visit Carolina BalloonFest, Statesville, NC, USA: Hot Air Balloon Festival, Competition, Live Entertainment, Wine Tasting <http://www.carolinaballoonfest.com/index.html> and click on Balloon Rides page. | ||
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Lake Norman State Park 704-528-6350 I-77, Exit 42 (Hwy 21 North) – 159 Inland Sea Lane, Troutman Camping, boating, mountain bike course, fishing, swimming, picnicking, hiking trails, nature programs. http://www.ils.unc.edu/parkproject/visit/lano/home.html | ||
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Hiddenite Gems/Emerald Hollow 828-632-3394 I-40, Exit 148 West on Hwy 90 to Sulphur Springs Road Sluicing for gems and minerals, mining of the open face of East Ridge, restrooms, picnic area http://www.co.alexander.nc.us/tourism/gem_mining.htm | ||
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Town of Love Valley 704-592-7451 I-40, Exit 150 – Hwy 115 North approximately 15 miles 169 Henry Martin Trail, Love Valley “Old Western Resort” town, camping, horse rental, over 800 miles of horse riding trails, rodeo http://www.lovevalley.com | ||
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KOA Kampground 704-873-5660 / 800-KOA 0533 (800-562-0533) I-77, Exit 45 Camping some with full hook ups, “kabins” with air conditioning, pool, playground, store, gameroom, dumping station. http://www.koa.com/where/nc/33157.htm | ||
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Iredell Museum of Arts and Heritage Walking Trail 704-873-4734 1335 Museum Road near the Homestead Cabins http://www.iredellmuseum.com | ||
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Cool Spring Center 704-872-7761 Ropes course, team building, group facilitation http://www.coolspring.com | ||
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Iredell County Recreation Department 704-878-3103 Administrative Office on Court Street - I-40, Exit 150 (Center Street/Hwy 115 South or I-77, Exit 49-A (Hwy 70 West to Hwy 21/115 North) Various leagues, activities, outdoor education center, ropes course, summer camps http://www.co.iredell.nc.us/Departments/Recreation/athletics.asp | ||
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Team in Training- Info Meeting
August 02, 2010
Join us at an information meeting to be held August 2nd beginning at 6:30 pm at the Fleet Fee Sports, 1776 North Center Street, to learn more about the Team In Training program. We train beginners to seasoned athletes to complete a marathon, half marathon, triathlon, century ride, or hike. We provide coaching, training schedules, and 1-2 weekly team trainings. We also cover all expenses including flight (if applicable), hotel, race entry, two dinners, race singlet, and much more. In return, you raise money for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. We are gearing up for our winter season, which will begin mid-August. We will be training for the Kiawah Island Marathon & Half (Dec 11th) and the Walt Disney World Marathon & Half Marathon (Jan 8-9). Contact us at 704-998-5012 or jodie.strong@lls.org for more information.Join us at an information meeting on August 2nd beginning at 6:30 pm at the Fleet Fee Sports, 1776 North Center Street to learn more about the Team In Training program.
Book Signing Exhibition
August 03, 2010
On August 3, 2010 at the Statesville Civic Center, All New Horizons will be hosting a Book Signing Exhibition. This event will be held concurrent with Statesville’s National Night Out. Several local authors will sign books. Free reception
10th Annual Statesville Criterium Bike Race
August 06, 2010
Tenth annual event! Professional and amateur cyclists compete in one of the most thrilling, spectator-friendly racing events in the cycling sport through the streets of Downtown Statesville. Races start at 6:15 pm and get faster (and more competitive!) as the sun goes down. The featured Pro Race starts at 8:45 pm. D'Laney's Sports Bar & Grill will sponsor this year's Trike Races. Come early to enjoy the excitement. For more information, visit www.crossroadscyclingclassic.com or call 704-878-3436.
View Calendar
August 02, 2010
Join us at an information meeting to be held August 2nd beginning at 6:30 pm at the Fleet Fee Sports, 1776 North Center Street, to learn more about the Team In Training program. We train beginners to seasoned athletes to complete a marathon, half marathon, triathlon, century ride, or hike. We provide coaching, training schedules, and 1-2 weekly team trainings. We also cover all expenses including flight (if applicable), hotel, race entry, two dinners, race singlet, and much more. In return, you raise money for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. We are gearing up for our winter season, which will begin mid-August. We will be training for the Kiawah Island Marathon & Half (Dec 11th) and the Walt Disney World Marathon & Half Marathon (Jan 8-9). Contact us at 704-998-5012 or jodie.strong@lls.org for more information.Join us at an information meeting on August 2nd beginning at 6:30 pm at the Fleet Fee Sports, 1776 North Center Street to learn more about the Team In Training program.
Book Signing Exhibition
August 03, 2010
On August 3, 2010 at the Statesville Civic Center, All New Horizons will be hosting a Book Signing Exhibition. This event will be held concurrent with Statesville’s National Night Out. Several local authors will sign books. Free reception
10th Annual Statesville Criterium Bike Race
August 06, 2010
Tenth annual event! Professional and amateur cyclists compete in one of the most thrilling, spectator-friendly racing events in the cycling sport through the streets of Downtown Statesville. Races start at 6:15 pm and get faster (and more competitive!) as the sun goes down. The featured Pro Race starts at 8:45 pm. D'Laney's Sports Bar & Grill will sponsor this year's Trike Races. Come early to enjoy the excitement. For more information, visit www.crossroadscyclingclassic.com or call 704-878-3436.
