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The Appalachian Spring outdoor recreation initiative of Friends of Southwest Virginia is organizing the first annual Southwest Virginia Outdoor Expo on September 13, 2014, held at Heartwood: Southwest Virginia’s Artisan Gateway in Abingdon, VA. (see blog and/or www.swvaoutdoorexpo.com/#!swva/ [ READ MORE... ]
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Location: Chilhowie High School
See blog post for details
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A new three-mile fishing trail along the pristine water of the South Fork of the Holston River has been constructed above Buller Hatchery near Marion, Va. to provide access into the gorge, well known for its wild rainbows and browns.
After three years of planning, design and work by the Department [ READ MORE... ]
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Mount Rogers Naturalist Rally – 40th Anniversary
Friday-Saturday, May 9-10
Every year the Naturalist Rally Committee assembles a wide variety of excellent field trips with leaders who are experts in their field.
Friday, May 9 - Dinner and speaker Nancy Lee Adamson, Ph.D.
Saturday, May 10 - Rally [ READ MORE... ]
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Earth Day, Abingdon, VA
Saturday, April 26, 2014 – 9 AM – 1 PM
The Fields Penn House (across from the Farmers Market)
Abingdon, VA
METU will have a tent with information and materials. If you are able to volunteer a few hours to help, please contact Justin Laughlin at JHL3@hotmail.com.
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4th Annual Virginia Fly Fishing Festival
Friday-Saturday, April 12-13
Constitution Park, Mc Elroy St, Waynesboro, 22980
Over 50 onsite exhibitors will have the latest in fly fishing equipment, fly tying and guide services. Beginner to expert anglers will enjoy nonstop lectures on where, when and [ READ MORE... ]
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“FISH ON!” SPRING FISHING EVENT
Saturday, April 5, 2014 - 8:30 AM – 1 PM
Holston Hills Community Golf Course, Marion, VA
Middle Fork of the Holston River
This year this event will be co-sponsored by METU and the Town of Marion. There will be special stocking for Heritage Day for fishing from the [ READ MORE... ]
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METU Trail Clean Up, Buller Fish Hatchery
Sunday, March 30, 2014 – 2 PM
Clear Trail: Buller Hatchery to Gorge
Meet: Hatchery garage upon entering Buller hatchery road. Please wear boots, gloves, and long sleeve shirts for protection. Tools will be provided by the Forest Service. Please reply to [ READ MORE... ]
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VIRGINIA COUNCIL OF TROUT UNLIMITED
Saturday, April 12, 2014 – 9 am – 12 noon
Waynesboro Municipal Building
503 West Main Street, Waynesboro, VA 22980
A meeting to discuss the activities and business of the Virginia Council of Trout Unlimited and local chapters. The meeting will be held just a few [ READ MORE... ]
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“TEE OFF FOR TROUT” Golf Tournament
May 3, 2013 – 8 AM – 1 PM
Saltville Golf Course, Saltville, VA
2nd Annual Golf Tournament to benefit our chapter. We plan to continue the success of last year’s fundraiser. Please request a sponsorship form, and ask your friends and local businesses for their [ READ MORE... ]