| Date: | April 22, 2017 |
| Time: | 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Venue: | Bisset Park |
| Description: |
Appalachian Spring presents the 3rd Annual Virginia's Outdoor Lovers Expo Southwest Virginia on Saturday, April 22, 2017 at Bisset Park. The Southwest Virginia Outdoor Expo will be a weekend full of outdoor adventure with FREE events for everyone from the novice nature-lover to the more advanced folks who are looking for that next adrenaline rush. The Expo is FREE with live music, beer, raffle tickets, giveaways, and more. This year's event will also feature a stand up paddle board demo pool, 300 foot zip line, DGIF boat display, gear swap, float trips, rock wall, outdoor skills workshops, and ovet 100 outdoor recration vendors. This is the third annual event which is the only one of its kind in Southwest Virginia and raises awareness of the diverse outdoor recreation opportunities that are abundant across the region. The 2015 event was a huge success with over 1,700 visitors and 79 vendors from all 19 counties of Southwest Virginia. Spend the day learning about new destinations to hike, bike, kayak, rock climb, or try something new with the many other activities the region provides. Local businesses, clubs, outdoor organizations, and others will be on hand to share information to help get you out on your next outdoor adventure. Want more? Book an off-site trip to explore somewhere new with your family or friends by joining a guided excursion. With 19 counties, 54 towns, and 4 cities, there is an outdoor experience waiting for everyone in Southwest Virginia. This event is rain or shine. Appalachian Spring is a 19-county Southwest Virginia community and economic development initiative by Friends of Southwest Virginia. For more information, visit: http://www.swvaoutdoorexpo.com/ or https://www.facebook.com/events/1100095586744704. |