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Outdoor activities abound in Statesville.  Mountain biking, camping, fishing horseback riding, swimming, canoeing, hot air ballooning, gem mining, strolling through the park, picnicking by the duck pond...these and many more activities are waiting for you in Statesville.
 
Hot Air Balloon Rides

Statesville, NC is the ballooning capital of the east! Schedule your Hot Air Balloon flight over the beautiful Piedmont and make your stay an adventure to remember. Flights are scheduled each morning and afternoon, year-round. For more information visit http://www.aerosportballoons.com/index.html or call 704-880-0238, or visit http://www.bigohballoons.com/Big_oh!_Balloons/Hot_Air_Balloons_in_NC.html or call 704-880-0203.

Hot Air Balloon rides are available during Carolina BalloonFest, October 19-21, 2012.
To schedule your ride, visit http://www.carolinaballoonfest.com/carolina_hot_air_balloon_fest_statesville_nc_usa.html and click on Balloon Rides.
 
 
Lake Norman State Park  704-528-6350

I-77, Exit 42 (Hwy 21 North) – 159 Inland Sea Lane, Troutman

Camping, boating, mountain bike course, fishing, swimming, picnicking, hiking trails, nature programs.http://www.ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/lano/main.php
 
 
Hiddenite Gems/Emerald Hollow  828-632-3394

I-40, Exit 148 West on Hwy 90 to Sulphur Springs Road

Sluicing for gems and minerals, mining of the open face of East Ridge, restrooms, picnic area. http://www.hiddenitegems.com/
 
 
Town of Love Valley  704-592-2622

I-40, Exit 150 – Hwy 115 North approximately 15 miles
133 Henry Martin Trail, Love Valley

“Old Western Resort” town, camping, horse rental, over 800 miles of horse riding trails, rodeo. http://www.townoflovevalley.com/index.html
or email: lovevalleyinfo@gmail.com
 
 
KOA Kampground  704-873-5660 / 800-KOA 0533 (800-562-0533)

I-77, Exit 45

Camping some with full hook ups, “kabins” with air conditioning, pool, playground, store, gameroom, dumping station. http://www.koa.com/where/nc/33157.htm
 
 
Iredell Museum of Arts and Heritage Walking Trail  704-873-4734

1335 Museum Road near the Homestead Cabins http://www.iredellmuseum.com
 
 
City of Statesville – Recreation and Parks Facilities  704-878-3429
Lakewood Park  I-40, Exit 150 South on Center Street to Hartness Road
3 picnic shelters with charcoal grills available for reservation, restrooms, playground, duck pond, paved hiking trail, horseshoe courts

Caldwell Park  I-77, Exit 50 West on Broad Street
1 picnic shelter with charcoal grill available for reservation, restrooms, playground, asphalt and clay tennis courts

Mac Anderson Park  I-40, Exit 150 South on Center Street to Race Street
2 miles of walking trails with exercise stations, restrooms

Andrews Natural Area/ASMO Greenway  I-77, Exit 49-B North on Salisbury Road

Newtonville Greenway  I-40, Exit 150 South on Center Street to Race Street

Garfield Recreation Center Outdoor Pool  I-77, Exit 49-B North on Salisbury Road to Garfield Street. Summer Only.
 
 
Cool Spring Center  704-872-7761

Ropes course, team building, group facilitation http://www.coolspring.com
 
 
Iredell County Parks and Recreation Department   704-878-3103

Administration Office: 200 S. Center Street, Statesville. Hours: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday - Friday.

Various leagues, activities, outdoor education center, ropes course, summer camps http://www.co.iredell.nc.us/departments/recreation/index.aspx
 
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Daveste' Sunday Wine & Music Event/Pre-Super Bowl Party
December 5, 2012
Entertainment by Johnny Barkley and Johnny Pinyan. Free Admission. Pre Super Bowl Event...Show your team spirit...wear or bring in something showing your favored team name ...Free munchies. There will be a prize for the most spirited fan. www.myspace.com/toojohnnys.

First Flight Bicycles Weekly Road Bike Ride
December 7, 2012
Meet at First Flight for a ride to Signal Hill for a lap or two and back. Ride leaves at 6 pm for a 15 to 20 mile ride.

Daveste' Wine & Chocolate Lover's Event
December 11, 2012
Entertainment by Jeff Haddix...acoustic. Free Admission...Enjoy samples of delicious chocolate treats...purchase a wine tasting, wine by the glass or bottle.

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