Spin the wheel and land on a horticulture or nature category. Participants will answer a question or try to identify a specific plant, plant part, or insect that is typically found in our natural and cultivated landscapes.
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Spin the wheel and land on a horticulture or nature category. Participants will answer a question or try to identify a specific plant, plant part, or insect that is typically found in our natural and cultivated landscapes.
Read MoreThe Earl B. Hunter, Jr., story is powerful one. After a high-flying career as an executive in global sales, Earl went camping for the first time in Western North Carolina and was suddenly “all in.” While working for Sylvansport RV...
Read MoreJoin Leandra Taylor and Humble Hustle at the Mast General Store Campfire Stage as they discuss Leandra's passion for science and the outdoors, wilderness stewardship, reconnecting people of color with nature, and her experience as the youngest Black female Outdoor...
Read MoreJoin Xavier Duckett with The Humble Hustle Company at the Mast General Store Campfire Stage as he discusses his journey with the non-profit program to empower Black youth in Roanoke.
Read MoreJoin martial artist Tiffany Lee as she aims to provide practical, realistic information for everyone who enjoys outdoor activities. She will focus on identifying potentially dangerous situations, evaluating risks, and the practicalities of protecting yourself while under extreme stress. Demonstrations...
Read MoreJoin the president of the Roanoke Diversity Center Board, Peter Volosin, as he leads a panel discussion regarding sports and recreation access for the LGBTQIA+ community and allies here in the Roanoke Valley. Volosin will be joined by local athletes...
Read MoreLocal foodie and food influencer John Park will grace the Mast General Store Campfire Stage to show us that even when you're roughin' it, you can make delicious meals in the great outdoors. _______ With passion for food and beverage...
Read MoreNEW THIS YEAR--the Campfire Stage presented by Mast General Store! Join Hike It Baby at GO Fest this year for their campfire chat "There is No Bad Weather, Only Bad Clothing: How to Keep Your Child Safe and Comfortable Outside...
Read MoreLearn important outdoor skills like how to treat injuries and recognize plant life around you with The Humble Hustle's first aid and plant identification demonstrations.
Read MoreGet a look into the wonderful world of wildlife with the Humble Hustle Outdoor Culture birding and fishing demonstrations. Birding will be in the Outdoor Culture area, Fishing will take place at the Orvis Casting Pond.
Read MoreLove the outdoors? Of course you do - you're at GO Fest! Join ACC staff to learn more about careers in the outdoors and complete a trail work project in the George Washington & Jefferson National Forest and return to...
Read MoreBodies of water might seem impervious to human activity, but the choices we make can have profound impacts on water quality and on aquatic life. Join Subaru/Leave No Trace Traveling Team members Elena & Jesse for engaging discussion and activities...
Read MoreEnjoying the outdoors with a beloved pet can offer many physical and emotional health benefits. Just as disposing of waste properly is very important for humans, it also applies to the waste from our pets. Join Subaru/Leave No Trace Traveling Team...
Read MoreUsing the power of science, education and stewardship, Leave No Trace is on a mission to ensure a sustainable future for the outdoors and the planet. This includes disposing of waste properly, leaving places better than you found them, and...
Read MoreJoin Subaru/Leave No Trace Traveling Team members Elena & Jesse for engaging discussion and activities that explore how to enjoy the outdoor spaces you love in an environmentally sustainable way. Ever wondered about ways to avoid disturbing wildlife, why not...
Read MoreParticipants will have an opportunity walk up to the SAWS tent and use a crosscut saw to cut a small slice (cookie) off a log. Take the cookie home, if you like!
Read MoreGet a taste of the Mountain Shepherd experience by completing a scavenger hunt around Go Fest! Find each flag using the clues given, and use the punch attached to each flag to mark your card. Once you have punched all...
Read MoreGRAB That Trash: The Great Trash Race Use trash grabbers to pick up trash as you race your friends and/or family. Who will be the fastest trash grabber in Roanoke? It's up to you to help keep the Valley clean...
Read MoreThe Sports Broads, in collaboration with the Roanoke City Police Department, will host Lt. Jennifer Boswell & other RCPD officers on-site to talk and provide tips, advice, instruction and resources for women to keep moving freely & safely in a...
Read MoreGet a look into the wonderful world of wildlife with the Humble Hustle Outdoor Culture birding and fishing demonstrations. Birding will be in the Outdoor Culture area, Fishing will take place at the Orvis Casting Pond.
Read MoreCome try out our Normatec compression therapy. Joint pain or other aches? Local cryotherapy! Too much fun last night? Try an iv hangover treatment. Notmatec and cryotherapy are free, IV treatment is available for purchase.
Read MoreJoin us for a fun trivia game related to all things hiking. Topics will include the Appalachian Trail, Pacific Crest Trail and the Continental Divide Trail. All players will get a sticker for participating. Those who answer 5 questions correctly...
Read MoreMany of you have heard of Leave No Trace (LNT), the philosophy used to protect our natural resources and minimize our impact on the environment. However, with the unparalleled increase in outdoor recreation since 2020, our trails, campsites, parks, and...
Read MoreLocal Environmental Agriculture Project (LEAP), partnering with Cardinal Bicycle and Ride Solutions, will meet at GO Fest at 9:30 am on Saturday, Oct. 15 for a guided ride from downtown, stopping at Morningside Community Garden, then the Grandin Village Farmers...
Read MoreCamp Alta Mons staff will be teaching a variety of knots! Stop by and learn to tie knots such as the figure 8, trucker's hitch, bowline, tautline, and more!
Read MoreCome check out our camper van and all of its cool amenities! Find out how we sleep & seat up to 8 people with our different set up configurations and hear stories from actual Vandoit owners about their life on...
Read MoreI will take a rock and explain the process of cutting and polishing natural stones creating beautiful pendants.
Read MoreThe Camp Bethel Outdoors booth will offer "River Rock Painting" (using rocks to create paint - not painting on rocks) as an activity for visitors to enjoy. At camp, one of our campers' favorite activities is creek exploration. Campers can...
Read MoreGet ready for fun, friendship, and amazing adventures! Stop by the Girl Scouts of Virginia Skyline booth. We will be making tabletop s'more, having fun with archery, and learning about math in nature with fun scavenger hunt activities.
Read MoreLearn the different type of Disc's and Plastics. How each one feels and flies differently. Try your hand at throwing the disc's in the baskets. Learn where in the Roanoke Valley you can play.
Read MoreJoin us to test your knowledge of black bears and their habits to learn how we can coexist with them.
Read MoreThe demonstration will include showing the box where the worms live. We will show the substrate required for them to live in. We will discuss the types of food scraps you can put in there, as well as the water...
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