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ATVs

Sometimes people get the urge to sling a little mud. Two all-terrain vehicle complexes in the region offer the chance. MotoCove, at 980 Cove Road, Gore, has 35 miles of ATV trails. It's $25 per person per day. 858-2882. www....

Balloon & Airstravaganza

The Warren County Balloon & Airstravaganza will be held Friday through Sunday at the Front Royal Airport. Activities include a balloon glow on Friday from 7-10 p.m.; gates open at 6 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday and will include airplane...


Classic car clubs

If, when it comes to cars, you think older is better, you might be at home in one of several classic car clubs in the area. Skyline Street Rods, organized in 1976, is open to residents with customs, classics or...

Cycling

Trails, clubs and events in many places around the Northern Shenandoah Valley for cater to the cycling enthusiast. Frederick County/Winchester: Winchester's Green Circle will be several miles when completed. It now offers about 2 1/2 miles at the Meadow Branch...

Fall fun: Maize Quest

At summer's end, it's a Northern Shenandoah Valley tradition for many to challenge themselves by navigating their way through a "maize." Maize Quest at Bridgemont Farm, off U.S. 11 near Mt. Jackson, offers a corn maze that covers 14 acres...

Fishing

A free pamphlet on fishing regulations and seasons is available and can be obtained at licensing agents, each county clerk's office, by writing or calling the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries at 4010 W. Broad St., Richmond 23230,...

Fly fishing

Add a new skill to your fishing repertoire by learning to fly fish. Murray's Fly Shop Guide Service, at 121 Main St. in Edinburg, offers fish guiding on the Shenandoah River and nearby tributaries. Every Tuesday and Friday, the shop...

Flying lessons

Flying can be made easy at a few airports in the area. Frederick County/Winchester: Av-Ed Flight School Inc., at 615 Airport Road, offers airplane rides and ground and flight schools. 542-1123. www.av-ed.com Shenandoah County: New Market Airport, at 59 River...

Geocaching

Geocaching is an adventure game using a Global Positioning System (GPS) to find caches hidden around the world. Go to www.geocaching.com to find locations of caches in the area and rules for playing. Geocaching enthusiasts hide caches and post them...

Hunting

Hunting is one way many people choose to experience nature and bond with family and friends throughout the Shenandoah Valley. A license is required to hunt, but before one may be purchased, a hunter-education course is required for first-time adult...

Mountain tubing

Enjoy the sensation of skiing or tubing without the need for snow or water by going mountain tubing. The first of its kind in the U.S., the summer mountain tubing run at Bryce Resort, off U.S. 263 West in Basye,...

Public swimming pools

If you're looking to take a dip, a pool is likely a short distance away. Clarke County: The Swimming Pool Complex, at 255 Al Smith Circle in Berryville, is open noon-6 p.m. every Friday, Saturday and Sunday and noon-8 p.m....

Racing

Got a need for speed? An exciting day at the races is available at a few venues in the area. Eastside Speedway on U.S. 340 outside Waynesboro offers drag racing, go-cart racing and stock-car racing on weekends from March through...

Read about the Shenandoah Valley

One way to get acquainted with the sprawling beauty and rich history of the Shenandoah Valley is to read about it. You can find many of these books at the local libraries, and most of them can be ordered online,...

Shooting ranges

Marksmen can test their skills at several ranges offering a variety of facilities. • The Northern Virginia 4-H Educational Center, in Front Royal, has an archery range that is open to the public. 635-7171. www.ext.vt.edu/resources/4h/northern. The Izaak Walton League, in...

Stargazing

The beauty of the valley isn't limited to what's on the ground or can only be seen during daylight. The Shenandoah Valley Stargazers meets periodically to stargaze and to discuss astronomy. The club also provides speakers to schools and other...

State and national parks

Discover the history and outdoor beauty that state and national parks offer throughout Shenandoah and Warren counties. Shenandoah National Park and Skyline Drive bring more visitors to Front Royal and Warren County than any other attraction. The park and drive...

Tennis

If tennis is your thing, you're in luck. There's a court nearby almost anywhere you find yourself in the Northern Shenandoah Valley. Clarke County: The Clarke County Park, off Old Business Va. 7, west of Berryville at 225 Al Smith...

Town parks

Town parks throughout the region offer the possibility of picnics, exercise and more. Clarke County: Rose Hill Park, in downtown Berryville, offers a playground, basketball courts and a gazebo. 955-1099 Frederick County/Winchester: Jim Barnett Park, at Cork Street across from...



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