Posts in category 'Outdoors'

Sometimes there's nothing better than a sunny day out on the links and we are blessed to have some fantastic golf courses here in Virginia's Blue Ridge.  As an avid golfer, I wanted to share my three favorite courses in the area (in no particular order) ...

• Blue Hills Golf Course

Located just off 460E in Roanoke, Blue Hills GC offers nice wide fairways (for the most part) and quite a few flat putting greens.  One hole features a pond to play over to reach the green and another offers a creek to be wary of. Also, several holes offer fantastic views of the Roanoke Valley. Overall, this a forgiving and enjoyable golf course.

• Hanging Rock Golf Course

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One of my passions is exercise, and I firmly believe that starting the day with a good workout sets a positive tone for the rest of the day. However, I understand that finding the motivation to exercise can be challenging, especially with busy schedules and numerous responsibilities. In this blog, I'll share some effective strategies to overcome the time constraint and prioritize fitness in your daily routine. Additionally, I'll introduce you to various fitness options available in the Roanoke Valley to help you find the perfect activity that suits your interests and gets you moving.

Schedule Exercise into Your Daily Routine

One common excuse for skipping exercise is the lack of time. The solution lies in incorporating exercise in...

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Did you know we have both a Greenway AND Blueway in Roanoke? We do!

But what do the colors mean anyway?

The Roanoke Greenway is the path that runs parallel to the Roanoke River (which is the Blueway). In the Blueway you can enjoy fishing, tubing, swimming and all things water.

The Roanoke Valley Greenway system has over 30 miles of space spanning all the way from Salem to Botetourt and is used for outdoor recreational activities like walking, biking, rollerblading and skateboarding.

Personally, I enjoy the walking part. You can see beautiful sites, talk with great friends, people watch or just get your time in exercising.

A group of friends and I were walking along the Greenway last week after stopping at Blue Cow Ice Cream

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