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Take It Outside
MAY - AUGUST 2021
540-483-9293
Register online at www.PlayFranklinCounty.com
TABLE
Letter from the Director:
OF
Take it Outside!
Have you noticed that our local parks and trails are far
busier than usual? Have you had a hard time finding a new CONTENTS
bike, kayak, or pair of running shoes?
It’s not your imagination. New data shows that there has Activities for 50+. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
been a huge spike in participation in outdoor recreation.
It’s no surprise that the biggest gainers were running,
cycling and hiking. Athletics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Americans have flocked to outdoor recreation largely
because of the pandemic. Reports show that this is in part
because alternate types of recreation like movie theaters,
SML Community Park Beach. . . 11
bowling alleys, and gyms were shut down because of
COVID restrictions. But, this is not the only reason. People
report that the pandemic’s impact inspired them to Drive In Bingo.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
re-evaluate priorities, seek positive life changes, and
reduce screen time. Either way I love to see people
discovering outdoor recreation and getting active. Classes/Camps.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
As we turn the corner on this pandemic and traditional
forms of recreational reopen, I hope that you take full
advantage. Renew your gym membership, sign up your Racquet Sports. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
child again for a team sport, go play pickleball or whatever
you used to do. At the same time, I encourage you to
keep up your good habits and continue walking, running, Movies on the Move.. . . . . . . . . 15
paddling, and biking. I guarantee that you’ll be better off
if you do.
Outdoor Recreation. . . . . . . . . . 16
Paul Chapman
Director
Front Cover Photo: Spectators enjoying a
Concerts by Canoe show held at Twin Ridge
540-483-9293 Marina on Philpott Lake.
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Burnt Chimney, Callaway, Ferrum, Fork Mountain, Glade Hill, Henry, Rocky Mount and Snow Creek Volunteer Fire Departments
Boones Mill Volunteer Fire-EMS Department, and Scruggs Volunteer Fire-Rescue Department
Burnt Chimney, Callaway, Ferrum, Fork Mountain, Glade Hill, Henry, Rocky Mount and Snow Creek Volunteer Fire Departments
Callaway, Ferrum, Fork Mountain, Franklin County, Glade Hill, Red Valley and Snow Creek Rescue Squads
Boones Mill Volunteer Fire-EMS Department, and Scruggs Volunteer Fire-Rescue Department
Callaway, Ferrum, Fork Mountain, Franklin County, Glade Hill, Red Valley and Snow Creek Rescue Squads
About Us
Franklin County Office of Aging is a county agency that is funded through
federal and state grant monies and local funds. Our services include social
and recreational activities held at the Essig Recreation Center, medical
transportation, scheduled local shopping trips and recreational day trips.
Activities
We offer a wide variety of activities including card games, exercise
Franklin County Office of Aging works in a
classes, art classes, day trips and educational programs. Our facility
partnership with Southern Area Agency on Aging
includes exercise room, gym and rooms for lots of fun activities.Ages 50
and over may use the facility for free during normal operating hours.
We are located at: Essig Recreation Center,
Medical Transportation 295 Technology Drive Rocky Mount, VA 24151
We provide medical and dental transportation to those over 60 years Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5pm
of age. Our buses are handicap accessible. Our agency travels to
appointments locally and to Roanoke, Salem, Westlake and Martinsville. Call: 540-483-9238
The fee for this service is based on monthly income. Visit Us online at: playfranklincounty.com
Follow us on: Facebook at Franklin County
Senior Café Parks and Recreation
Franklin County Office of Aging hosts a meal site with STEP Inc each
Thursday. An educational program is offered followed by a delicious
hot meal. Transportation is provided for seniors over 60 who meet the
requirement of the fixed route.
Local Shopping
Seniors in Rocky Mount town limit have access to sign up for our
twice monthly shopping trips; if you don’t have any other means of
transportation. The scheduled shopping day are the 2nd and 4th Tuesday
of the month.
*Due to COVID-19 some of our regularly scheduled activities and services
are not occurring, please call 540-483-9238 for more information*
Assistance
Franklin County Office of Aging is here to provide information to help
assist senior citizens. We can get you the help that you need through our
partnering agencies in Franklin County and in Southwest Virginia.
4 | FRANKLIN COUNTY OFFICE OF AGING
DAYTIME YOGA CLASSES MATTER OF BALANCE CLASSES
DATE TIME PLACE COST DATE TIME PLACE COST
Thursday’s, May 20-July 8 1pm-2pm Essig Rec. Center $55 Wednesday’s, June 2-July 21 10:30am-12:30pm FC Rec. Park Small Shelter FREE
Let your journey in yoga start today and learn how to relax your mind Join us for an 8 week course to learn about the importance of balance as we
and relieve stress. Gentle and thorough yoga poses that strengthens your age. Classes are designed to reduce the fear of falling and increase activity
muscles, increases your flexibility, improves your balance, circulation and levels among older adults. You will learn to set realistic goals to increase
lung function. Bring a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothing. activity, change your environment to reduce fall risk factors, and learn
Registration Deadline: May 17, 2021 simple exercises to increase strength and balance.
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, May 26, 2021
*NEW* CHAIR YOGA CLASSES
DATE TIME PLACE COST *NEW* ROADMAP TO PLANNING
Thursday’s, May 20-July 8 10am-11am Essig Rec. Center $55 FOR YOUR FUTURE WORKSHOP
These classes will offer the benefits of our other yoga classes but use a chair
DATE TIME PLACE COST
as a prop for support, balance, or advancing the pose as appropriate for Friday, August 6 11am-12:30pm Essig Rec. Center FREE
each student. Weekly classes will incorporate an exploration of alignment, Join us and learn about how to plan for your future needs and wants. This
strength, balance, flexibility, breath, and relaxation. No Yoga experience panel discussion will include information from a lawyer, financial planner
needed. Wear comfortable clothes and get ready to relax. and a representative from SAAA. There will be time for questions at the end.
Registration Deadline: May 17, 2021 Call 540-483-9238 to register.
Registration Deadline: Friday, July 30, 2021
Register at
6 | ACTIVITIES FOR 50+ PlayFranklinCounty.com
*NEW* 4TH OF JULY PICNIC IN THE PARK SOCIAL *NEW* BEEP BEEP DRIVE IN BINGO
DATE TIME PLACE COST DATE TIME PLACE COST
Friday, July 2 11am Waid Park Large Shelter FREE Friday’s, May 28 June 25, Waid Park Baseball
11am FREE
Enjoy a socially distanced picnic with friends in a beautiful outdoor setting. July 30 & August 27 Parking Lot
Wear your red, white and blue to celebrate. We will have games, good food
Have some bingo fun in the safety of your own car. Join us for Drive In Bingo
and a sweet treat. Call 540-483-9238 to register. as we play 12 rounds of Bingo and have great chances to win many nifty
Registration Deadline: Thursday, June 24, 2021 prizes for those over 50! Instructions about how to play will be given
at arrival.
*NEW* PICKING ON THE PATIO SOCIAL
DATE TIME PLACE COST
Friday, June 4 1pm Essig Center Patio FREE
Relax and listen to Mark and Karen Templeton play some great tunes on
the Essig Center Patio. We will have pie and drinks available to satisfy your
sweet tooth. This will be a social distanced event that promises to be a fun
afternoon. Call 540-483-9238 to register.
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, June 1, 2021
Register at
PlayFranklinCounty.com ACTIVITIES FOR 50+ | 7
AT H L E
SANDLOT CHEERLEADING Age as of September 30, 2021 FALL SOCCER Age as of October 1, 2021
AGES SEASON COST AGES SEASON COST LATE FEE
6-13 August-November $55 $15 if registered $15 from
4-18 August-November
by August 2, 2021 August 3-23, 2021
Sandlot Cheerleading is a part of Franklin County Sandlot Football
Association. The cheerleading squads cheer for sandlot football teams. Soccer teams are formed based on age and school districts. Coaches will
Please consider: Games will be held in Rocky Mount, Roanoke, Botetourt meet mid-August to receive rosters/equipment and choose practice times.
and Vinton. Practices are once a week with an additional game per week. Practices will begin in late August. Games will begin in
Game start times may be as late as 7:30pm. A maximum of $80 for two or mid-September. The game schedule will be 8 weeks long with 2 weeks
more cheerleaders per family. (Does not include the Rec. Fee). Fee includes reserved at the end for makeup games, if needed. Games are played at Waid
uniforms, pom-poms and pictures. Each cheerleader is responsible for socks, Park and Rec. Park. Register online at PlayFranklinCounty.com
tennis shoes, turtleneck, leggings and spankies. Coaches will contact each
Registration Deadline: Monday, August 2, 2021
participant in mid-July regarding equipment pick up and practice schedule.
Interested in Coaching: Nikki Custer,
Registration Deadline: Friday, July 2, 2021 nikki.custer@franklincountyva.gov
For more information: Jennifer Grubb,
fcsandlotfootball@gmail.com
FALL BOYS LACROSSE OPEN PRACTICE
GRADES SEASON COST
SANDLOT FOOTBALL Age as of September 30, 2021 1st - 8th September - October FREE
AGES SEASON COST The Franklin County Lacrosse Club Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated
7-12 August-November $110 to organizing, developing and promoting the sport of lacrosse in Franklin
Franklin County Sandlot Football’s main objective is to impact youth of the County and surrounding areas. The club will hold practices at Waid Park
community by teaching good sportsmanship, honesty, loyalty, courage during September-October. Equipment available, if participants need it.
and respect for authority. Please consider game start times may be as late Participants should bring mouth guard, cleats and water bottle. Register
as 7:30pm and take place in Rocky Mount, Roanoke, Botetourt and Vinton. online at PlayFranklinCounty.com.
Practices are 3-4 days per week before school starts and 2-3 days per week Registration Deadline: Monday, August 20, 2021
thereafter, with an additional game per week. A maximum of $190 for two For more information: fclaxclub@gmail.com
or more football players per family. (Does not include Rec. Fee). Fee includes
equipment rental, jersey’s and pictures. Each participant is responsible for:
colored mouthpiece, cleats (no metal spikes) and chin strap. Coaches will
contact participants in mid-July regarding important dates and times for
physicals, clinics, equipment pick up and practice schedules. Visit our website
at fcsandlot.com for updated information.
Registration Deadline: Friday, July 2, 2021
For more information: Nathan Angle, President
fcsfapresident@gmail.com
Register at
8 | YOUTH ATHLETICS PlayFranklinCounty.com
ETICS TENNIS LESSONS
Youth Athletic
TENNIS DATE LESSONS PLACE AGES TIME COST
GIRLS LACROSSE OPEN PRACTICE
DATE
Age as of September 30, 2021
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Youth Athletic
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lacrosse stick/goggles if you have them. Sticks available for use, if needed. receive SNAP benefits would
your game is at and help you take your game up a notch. qualify. Participants that
Registration Deadline: Monday, August 30, 2021 qualify SNAP
receive to receive
benefitsa would50%
CO-ED VOLLEYBALL reduction in the
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For more information: Jessica Reed,
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A soccer league for young adults to play the game of soccer, live an active
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is submitted, registration will open online for participants to complete
OFFICIALS
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registration. This league will play 84v- 86 on a regulation
5:30p - 6:15p
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Mondays,
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For more
Feb 3 -information:
Jun 1 Center Nikki Custer, $11 registration
nikki.custer@franklincountyva.gov 10+Team 7:30p
Tryout 8:15p- 8:15p
- 9p Anyone interested in becoming an
official for fall soccer should call Parks &
Join us for 17 consecutive MondayTryout Team
nights 8:15pchants
to learn cheers, - 9p and dance routines.
Recreation at 540-483-9293 or contact
*NEW*
Join us forVOLLEYBALL
Advance from beginner to elite. CAMPS
Students
17 consecutive Monday nights to learn cheers, chants andshorts,
should wear comfortable dance aroutines.
t-shirt
and tennisfrom
shoes. Cindy Traylor, Athletics Specialist, at
Advance beginner to elite. Students should wear comfortable shorts, a t-shirt
AGES
and tennis
DATES
shoes.
TIMES COST LOCATION cindy.traylor@franklincountyva.gov.
How to Register: Arrive 15 minutes prior to first class or
Job description can be found at
How to June
9-13
28-July 2, 2021 online
Register: 6:30pm-
Arrive at minutes
15 www.cimnc.org
$40 perprior
Essig
campto first class or
July 12-July 16, 2021 8:30pm Rec. Center www.franklincountyva.gov/hr. Officials
online at www.cimnc.org
Beginner volleyballCLASSES
camp to learn- Champions
the fundamentals. We will cover passing, are paid per game. Training for new and
KARATE in Motion
setting, serving and rotation strategies. Most of all we will have fun! Regis- returning officials will be held in August/
KARATE
DATES CLASSES PLACE - AGES Champions in Motion
TIME COST September.
ter online at PlayFranklinCounty.com.
DATES Deadline:
Registration PLACE AGES
One4 - week
9 6pTIME
before - 6:45p
camp COST
Tuesdays, EssigRec 4-9
10+ 6p - 6:45p
6:45p - 7:30p $11 $9 per week
Feb 4 - Jun 2 Center
Tuesdays, Essig $9registration
per week PICKLEBALL
Register
Febat Rec
4 - Jun 2 Center Blue10+ 6:45p - 8:15p
Belts 7:30p 7:30p $11 registration
PlayFranklinCounty.com
Join us for 18 consecutive TuesdayBlue Beltsto build
evenings 7:30p
self -confidence,
8:15p respect, pride,
PICKLEBALL
SEASON YOUTH
PLACE ATHLETICS
AGES TIME COST | 9
responsibility, enhance concentration and develop respect for yourself and others. Mon &SEASON
Wed, Jan - Apr EssigPLACE
Rec Center AGES TIME
18+ 6p - 8p COST
FREE
Franklin County Parks & Recreation
Apply online at www.franklincountyva.com
Join our Team!
Field/Facility/Events Supervisors & OfficialsSmith Mountain Lake Community Park Beach operates from 10am-6pm on the following dates: DAILY: June 12–August 10, 2021 WEEKENDS ONLY: May 29–June 12 & August 11–Sept. 6 COST: $3/per person; Ages 3 & under FREE Beach is only open when lifeguards are on duty, and swimming is only permitted in the designated swimming area. Please make sure you contact our office if you plan to bring a large group at 540-483-9293. For more information about SML Community Park Beach contact Nikki Custer, Aquatics Manager at nikki.custer@franklincountyva.gov.
May 7, June 4, July 9 and August 6
BEEP BEEP! Join us Friday evenings at the Waid
Park Baseball Field Parking Lot for
12 games of Bingo right from your car. You will tune your radio into a
FM station and if you get bingo then honk your horn and flash those
lights and a helper will come right to your car to bring your prize.
Bring your own dauber and be ready for some COVID friendly fun!
DATES: May 7, June 4, July 9 and August 6
TIME: 6:30pm
LOCATION: Waid Park Baseball Field Parking Lot
COST: $2 per person*NEW* ART IN THE PARK CLASSES *NEW* ART IN THE PARK CAMP
WHEN WHERE AGES/TIMES COST WHEN WHERE AGE TIME COST
Tuesday’s, FC Rec Park 4-6 5:30pm-6:15pm FC Rec Park
$25 June 21-24 5-12 9am-Noon $55
June 8-29 Small Shelter 7-12 6:15pm-7:15pm Small Shelter
In these 4-week consecutive Tuesday evening classes artists will explore how This 4 day art camp will include opportunities to experience nature and art.
to take inspiration from the outdoors to create works of art. Kids will make Please pack a snack and drink for your child each day.
many fun projects each week.
Registration Deadline: Monday, June 14, 2021
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, June 1, 2021
*NEW* BRICKS FOR KIDZ LEGO CAMP
DAYTIME YOGA CLASSES WHEN WHERE AGE TIME COST
WHEN WHERE AGE TIME COST Essig Recreation
July 19-23, 2021 5-13 9am-Noon $135
Thursday’s, Essig Recreation Center
18 & up 1pm-2pm $55
May 20-July 8 Center
In this exciting Bricks for Kidz camp we use LEGO bricks and science,
Let your journey in yoga start today and learn how to relax your mind and technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) principles to build
relieve stress. Through gentle and thorough yoga poses you will strengthen amazing worlds of fun in a variety of different themes each day. Sample
our muscles, increase your flexibility, improve your balance, circulation and themes include models based on Minecraft, Superheroes, Pokeman, Star
breathing. Bring a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothing. Wars, The Lego Movie 2, Toy Story and more! Each camper will build a custom
mini-figure to take home at the end of the week, as well as, receive a Bricks 4
Registration Deadline: Monday, May 17, 2021
Kidz camp t-shirt.
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, July 14, 2021
*NEW* INTRO TO FLY FISHING
WHEN WHERE AGE TIME COST
COMPOST WORKSHOPS
Sunday, FC Rec Park
10 & up 2pm-4pm $15 WHEN WHERE AGE TIME COST
August 8 Large Shelter
Fly fishing is a mix of technique, science and art. It is also a great way to May 27, June 24, Essig Recreation 5:30pm-
18 & up $100
July 22 & August 26 Center 7:30pm
explore with friends and family. In this introductory class you will learn how
to cast a fly rod, about gear selection, safety tips and even tie your own fly How does your garden grow? Learn how to develop compost that can be used
pattern. as a soil amendment or to grow plants by constructing your own tumbler
style composter. Please bring your own power drill, drill bits (1/4, 1/2 and
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, August 4,2021
a small drill bit to prepare hole for wood screw) and a Phillips head drill bit
for wood screws. Remember to have adequate transportation to haul your
RAIN BARREL WORKSHOPS finished project that will be 3/5 feet deep x 31 inches wide by 4.6 feet in
height. For $100 you choose the best month that fits your schedule to make
WHEN WHERE AGE TIME COST your tumbler style composter.
May 6, June 3, July 8 Essig Recreation 5:30pm-
& August 5 Center
18 & up
7:30pm
$60 Registration Deadline: 1 week prior to workshop
If you would like to harvest rain water for your garden and landscaping needs
then this is an opportunity for you to construct your very own rain barrel. This EVENING YOGA CLASSES
old ideas is making a big splash! Please have the proper transportation to WHEN WHERE AGE TIME COST
take home the barrel home as they are approximately 53 gallons measuring
42 inches in height and 24 inches in diameter. For $60 you choose the month Monday's, Essig Recreation
18 & up 6pm-7pm $55
May 17-July 26 Center
that fits your schedule to make your rain barrel.
After a long day of stress join us as we relax our mind all through gentle yoga
Registration Deadline: 1 week prior to workshop
poses. Bring a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothing.
Registration Deadline: Friday, May 14, 2021
Register at
PlayFranklinCounty.com CLASSES/CAMPS | 13*NEW* DOUBLES TENNIS LADDER LEAGUE PICKLEBALL
WHEN WHERE AGE TIME/DAYS COST WHEN WHERE COST
Begins week FC Rec Park $80/per May-August Essig Recreation Center FREE
18 & up Varies
of June 14 Tennis Courts player
DAY TIME SKILL LEVEL
This 8-week league will begin the week of June 14th and end the week of
August 2nd. Grab your partner and join this tennis league in which challenge Mondays 11am-2pm Low Intermediate
Mondays 2pm-5pm Intermediate/Advanced
matches will be held weekly to rank teams. Wins/loses will determine your
Mondays 6pm-8pm Advanced
rankings and playing each week. Being the first time offering this league a Wednesdays 11am-2pm Low Intermediate
doubles team could be mixed or both the same gender. If enough teams join Wednesdays 2pm-5pm Intermediate/Advanced
an effort to divide the genders will be made. Cost includes court time, balls Fridays 11am-2pm Intermediate/Advanced
and a league administrator.
Pickleball is a fun, fast-paced sport that combines elements of badminton,
Registration Deadline: Monday, June 7, 2021 tennis, and table tennis. Don’t know how to play Pickleball? Come on out
anyway and learn a fun, new game!
TENNIS LESSONS
WHEN WHERE AGES/TIMES COST *NEW* PICKLEBALL LADDER LEAGUE
6-8 5pm-5:45pm WHEN WHERE AGE TIME COST
FC Rec Park
June 3-24 9-12 6pm-7pm $40 Tuesday’s, Essig Recreation
Tennis Courts 50 & up 10am $25
13 & up 7pm-8pm June 1– July 6 Center
Join these 4 consecutive Thursday evening classes to learn more about this Join these 8 consecutive Tuesday mornings for a competitive pickleball
lifetime sport. In these lessons you will learn rules, scoring, foot work, strokes experience. This league will offer the opportunity to train for competitive
and grips. Bring your racquet and be ready to learn all about the game of play. The overall player will be awarded with a surprise gift and gift card from
tennis. Pickleball Central valued at $50. Limited to the first 12 players that register.
Registration Deadline: Thursday, May 27, 2021 Registration Deadline: Thursday, May 27, 2021
*NEW* PICKLEBALL MACHINE RENTAL
WHEN WHERE AGE TIME COST
Essig Recreation $20
May-August 18 & up By appointment
Center per hour
Want to practice your pickleball skills? If so, rent our Lobster Pickleball
Machine. Questions please feel free to call us at 540-483-9238.
Register at
14 | RACQUET SPORTS PlayFranklinCounty.comMOVIES on t h e
MOVE
Join us for Movies on the Move as we travel around Franklin
County to bring you a sports themed summer. Wear your
favorite sports jersey and come ready for some outdoor fun!
Bring your blanket, lawn chair and friends all while staying 6
feet away and enjoying a FREE family friendly movie night.
Movies start at dusk. All movies are rated PG!
MAY JUNE JULY
28 25 30
THE BIG THE MIGHTY ANGELS IN THE
GREEN DUCKS OUTFIELD
Antioch Dudley Elementary GUP Field
Community Park School
AUG SEPT OCT
27 24 29
A LEAGUE OF LITTLE GLORY
THEIR OWN GIANTS ROAD
Franklin County Summit View
Recreation Park Jamison Mill Park
ParkJAKES EVENT
WHEN TIME WHERE AGES COST
Saturday, Franklin County
9am-3pm 17 & under FREE
FAMILY TUBING AT WAID PARK June 5, 2021 Recreation Park
DATE TIME DAYS COST This is a once a year opportunity for youth to try out archery, fishing,
canoeing, shooting and much more. Brought to you by the National Wild
May 29 - Sept. 5 11am -5pm Saturday and Sunday $5 per tube
Turkey Federation local chapter Franklin County Longbeards.
More Information: Tim Burton 540-484-3041
April Stovall 540-420-6347
*NEW* RIVER OF LIGHTS
DATE TIME DAYS
June 7:30 pm -10:00 pm Friday and Saturday
The most lights on any river you’ll ever float. Nightime tubing at Waid Park
illuminated by overhead string lights. Every Friday and Saturday night during
the month of June from 7:30pm-10pm. No shuttle needed. All ages are
welcome with a supervising adult. Tickets must be purchased in advance.
Only $10.00 per individual.
Register at
16 | OUTDOOR RECREATION PlayFranklinCounty.comFRANKLIN COUNTY GRAVEL GRINDING JAMISON MILL CAMPGROUND
This is the trinity of Franklin County gravel cycling. Routes are 20% 80% Season: April 1st - October 31st
gravel/paved mixed routes that showcase the varied terrain from rolling hills Reserve your campsite now at www.playfranklincounty.com. All reservations
to sustained climbing and broad river crossings to lakeside fire roads. These must be made at least 30 days in advance. Reservations not required but
3 rides are not for the inexperienced. Document your completion of the full sites are limited. Payment must be made at the time of reservation. First
trinity with Strava and swing by the office to pick up a custom printed t-shirt come first serve sites are available via a self-serve pay station (check or
commemorating the experience. Registration is required to claim your t-shirt. exact cash only). Due to the limited number of sites advanced reservations
Find map routes, turn by turn directions and register free at https://www. are recommended. Find out more info at www.playfranklincounty.com/
playfranklincounty.com/gravel-grinding. camping/jamison or by calling our office at 540-483-9293.
*NEW* TRAIL STEWARDS *NEW TRAIL* BABY BUZZARD
& TRAIL AMBASSADORS Come put some wheels on our region's newest intermediate flow trail. At a
If you are interested in volunteering please contact Parks & Recreation third of a mile long this trail is perfect for intermediate riders building skills
540-483-9293 for more information. Follow Franklin County Trails needed to ride the parallel Old Buzzard. Features include wood drops, rollers,
on Facebook. table tops, shark fins and berms. Grab your bike, strap on your helmet and
come experience the flow. Baby Buzzard was made possible by the Project
Outside Grant and constructed by Eastern Trail Co.
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*NEW* INTRO TO MOVING WATER *NEW* INTRO TO RIVER NAVIGATION
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Saturday, May 22, 2021 Waid Park 10am $25 Saturday, June 26, 2021 Blackwater River 10am $30
This course is designed for the first time paddler over the age of 6 who has This course is designed for paddlers who would like to explore one of the
no experience with canoeing on moving water. All equipment is provided most popular river segments in Franklin County while gaining professional
for this 2-3 hour course. Instruction will be provided from an ACA Certified instruction along the way. All equipment is provided for this 3-4 hour
Instructor. course. Instruction will be provided from an ACA Certified Instructor.
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, May 19, 2021 Registration Deadline: Wednesday, June 23, 2021
*NEW* INTRO TO RIVER NAVIGATION STAND UP PADDLE BOARD
WHEN WHERE TIME COST INTRO CLASSES & SOCIAL EVENTS
Held at SML Community Park throughout the summer months. Please follow
Wed., June 16, 2021 Blackwater River 10am $30
Franklin County Parks & Recreation on Facebook to stay informed and register
This course is designed for paddlers who would like to explore one of the for Stand Up Paddle Board classes.
most popular river segments in Franklin County while gaining professional
instruction along the way. All equipment is provided for this 3-4 hour
course. Instruction will be provided from an ACA Certified Instructor.
Registration Deadline: Friday, June 11, 2021
*Clinic locations depend on water
levels and river conditions such as
lack of tree blockages. Location may
change based on rainfall and other
conditions. Participants must meet
ACA’s EEC criteria. Participants
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Join Franklin County Parks & Recreation at Twin Ridge Recreation Area on Philpott Lake for
the 2021 Summer Concert Series. This FREE event will follow all COVID-19 state guidelines
to ensure the safety of all in attendance. We will have hand sanitizing stations; as well as,
ample area to physically distance. Buddy’s BBQ will be providing the "fixins".
Bring your canoe, kayak, SUP, tube or float and paddle your way to a front row seat for this
one of a kind event. Music begins at 6:30pm. Arrive early to unload your paddlecraft at the
venue’s dual launch ramp. Motorboats please utilize the Salthouse Branch Recreation Area
for lake access. Non-motorized boats please utilize Twin Ridge Recreation Area. No fee
required. Donations will be accepted. Life jackets are required for all watercraft per DGIF
regulations. For more information call 540-483-9293 or visit PlayFranklinCounty.com.
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