Tuesday, June 27

Sylvan Heights Waterfowl Center

Home to more than 2,500 birds representing 170 species, Sylvan Heights Waterfowl Center is the world's largest leading breeder of endangered waterfowl. Through its breeding programs, Sylvan Heights makes significant contributions to the survival of many threatened species.

Visit their website

Historic Halifax

Located on the Roanoke River, the town of Halifax developed into a commercial and political center around the time of the American Revolution. A guided walking tour takes you into several authentically restored and furnished buildings. These include the 1760 home of a merchant, the house and law office of a 19th-century attorney, and the 1808 home of a wealthy landowner. The 1833 clerk's office, a jail, Eagle Tavern, and a unique archaeological exhibit are also featured on the tour.

Visit their website

Sylvan Heights / Historic Halifax Field Trip

The Sylvan Heights / Historic Halifax Field Trip will be offered on Tuesday June, 27th. The cost for the two guided tours will be $15.00 per person. The price includes tax and transportation to and from Tent City at TJ Davis Recreation Center. There will be a 9AM departure, returning to Tent City at 3:30PM (See table below). Please email whall@bikewalkvirginia.org to reserve your space on the shuttle. There are only 74 spaces available on our two air-conditioned buses, so reserve your spot today!

When you make your reservation, please include the number in your party as well as the names of the individuals included in your party. Payment must be made at the Bike Virginia Hospitality Tent prior to boarding the bus. Only cash or check payments will be accepted. No credit cards please.

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.

Tent City Aquatic Center Activities (Roanoke Rapids)

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:

• Tuesday, June 27th - Double Feature 1:00 p.m. The Out-of-Towners - a hilarious and exhilarating comedy starring Steve Martin and Goldie Hawn. 
• 3:00 p.m.   Cape Fear - the original masterpiece of revenge, confrontation and murder starring Gregory Peck and Robert Mitchum.

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!

Tent City Entertainment

• A climbing wall will be available for your challenge.
• "ChamberGrass" will roam, perform, and serenade the weary and relaxing cyclists.
• Pete Luter will roam around with his "penny farthing"             bike ,dazzling you with a little magic.

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 Museum will also be open Tuesday from 10 am – 4 pm.  The Museum interprets the history of the unique Roanoke Navigation Canal that was constructed in the early 1800’s to allow goods to be transported by batteau around the rapids of the mighty Roanoke. 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.

The Embers

We welcome the Embers back to Bike Virginia with their musical mix of rhythm and blues and heart and soul that came to be known as Beach Music.

Over the years they've played for presidents and princes, students and bankers, at the beach and in the city, on record and in concert. A musical marvel, the Embers have survived disco, punk, new wave and hip-hop and continue to take the stage as one of the the tightest and entertaining bands to ever perform.

They've been inducted into the South Carolina Rhythm & Blues Hall of Fame and act as North Carolina's Official Musical Ambassadors. They've opened for the Rolling Stones, done commercials for Budweiser, played the Olympics and President Clinton's inauguration, and created the soundtrack for endless summers.

If you saw their show on Bike Virginia in 2002, you will undoubtedly come back for more. The classics never go out of style.

Power Boat Tours of Roanoke Rapids Lake

• 45 minute boat tour of Roanoke Rapids Lake. 
• Boat ride will include sightseeing of the Dominion Power Dam, Beautiful homes, possible wildlife, and historic locations.
• 6 individuals per boat tour. 
• NO Fee. 
• Boat tours to start on the hour from 12 noon - 4 p.m.
• Deadline to register is June 20
• Individuals may want to bring binoculars, sunglasses, camera, and sunscreen.
• Individuals registered will meet 30 minutes prior to boat ride at Tent City Hospitality tent and will be shuttled to and from boat landing.

To register:  Please contact

City of Roanoke Rapids Parks and Recreation  Telephone252-533-2847
Questions? Call or e-mail John Simeon, Assistant Director 
email - jsimeon@roanokerapidsnc.com  

Bike Virginia Sand Volleyball

Sand volleyball courts will be open on Tuesday from 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM at Tent City in front of the TJ Davis outdoor swimming pool. Volleyballs will be provided at the Cashiers "Shack".

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/