Monday, June 26

Roanoke Canal Museum and Trail

Immerse yourself in the development of a typical southern town along the Roanoke River, as you tour the Roanoke Canal Museum. Experience the creation of the canal, the development of its industries, the beauty of its wildlife and the determination of its people.

The Roanoke Canal Museum will be open with a special event for cyclist Monday evening from 5pm to 9pm.  The evening will feature music from “ChamberGrass” an unique bluegrass duet.  It will also include a dramatic performance from “First in Freedom” depicting the signing of the Halifax Resolves which was the nation’s First Declaration of Independence.

The trail will also be open all day for folks to enjoy it’s beautiful natural setting.  Cyclist may want to walk the 1.5 mile section from the Museum to Roanoke Rapids Lake.

Guided Canoe Trips

Don Gray and Natural Adventures are leading guided canoe trips on Roanoke Rapids Lake. Reservations are required and each trip is limited to 12 persons.

Please contact Don Gray at (910) 624-0347

to make your reservations.

Matinee Movie at the Library

Enjoy a movie matinee in air conditioned comfort at the Roanoke Rapids Public Library located at 319 Roanoke Avenue, just 6 blocks from Tent City. Admission is free with popcorn and drink sales to benefit the Friends of the Library. Everyone is welcome, but seating is limited so get there early!  Movies and show times as follows:

• Monday, June 26th 2:00 p.m. The Prize Winner of Defiance, Ohio anything is possible in this engaging comedy starring Julianne Moore and Woody Harrelson.

Talent Show

We need YOU for our Talent Show on Monday in Roanoke Rapids . You and your friends can be the stars of the lip sync, stand-up comedy, instrumental performance, solo singing, skits, or dramatic readings. We will carry your musical instruments, props, etc. for you during the week. This is the only exception to packing lightly!

If you have talents or if you just want to participate let us know by sending an email to info@bikevirginia.org and we will contact you in June.

Carolina Sportsman Guide Service

The Carolina Sportsman Guide Service invites you to take a 2 hour guided cruise with us on Roanoke Rapids Lake in beautiful Halifax County, North Carolina.

Our professional guides offer a safe and relaxing pontoon boat trip with scenic points and discussion as we cover the entire length of the lake. You’ll cruise under the old train bridge, see the upper most reach of the river of death and visit the Indian burial grounds to name a few as we journey west to explore the structure that created it all.

A site orientation and safety briefing will start each trip and life vest are available to all adults and children. Licensed and NCFA insured.

Trip cost is $125.00 for each tour and will accommodate up to 4 passengers. Bottled water is provided and Captains chairs for all!

For reservations please call Bob at 252-203-3831 cell or 252-537-3698 office. Also visit my web site at  www.carolinasportsman.net for all you fishing pro’s!

Bike Virginia Sand Volleyball

Sand volleyball courts will be open on Monday from 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM at Tent City in front of the TJ Davis outdoor swimming pool. Volleyballs will be provided at the Cashiers "Shack".

Tent City Aquatic Center Activities (Roanoke Rapids)

Guided Fishing on the Roanoke River

Want to go fishing.  The Roanoke River has some of the best. 

Guide Services:

Charlie’s Striper Guide Service

(252) 586-1159/(252) 532-7634 (cell)

Bucks Unlimited Outdoor Adventures

(252) 535-2913 or 308-7523

John O’Briant

(252) 532-3532

Bear Swamp Hunting & Fishing Preserve

(252) 586-6065

http://www.bearswamp2hunt.com/

Captain Jack Eudy

(252) 537-1386

 (252) 583-1799

Roanoke River Outfitters

(252) 536-3119

www.roanokehunting.com

Thornbury Plantation

http://www.huntthornbury.com/

(252) 583-2842

Bobby Phillips

Carolina Sportsman Guide

(252) 203-3831

http://www.1fghp.com/Carolinasportsman/index.html

www.carolinasportsman.net

Piney Woods Bait, Tackle & Hunting Shop

(252) 826-5283

http://www.huntpineywoods.com/