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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

Hot Air Balloon flights over the beautiful Piedmont area at sunrise and sunset.  For more information visit www.aerosportballoons.com or 704-880-0238.

Balloon rides are available during Carolina BalloonFest, October 23 & 24, 2010.
To schedule your ride, visit Carolina BalloonFest, Statesville, NC, USA: Hot Air Balloon Festival, Competition, Live Entertainment, Wine Tasting <http://www.carolinaballoonfest.com/index.html> and click on Balloon Rides page.


 

 
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.ils.unc.edu/parkproject/visit/lano/home.html
 

 
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.co.alexander.nc.us/tourism/gem_mining.htm
 

 
Town of Love Valley  704-592-7451

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

“Old Western Resort” town, camping, horse rental, over 800 miles of horse riding trails, rodeo http://www.lovevalley.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 StatesvilleRecreation 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 Recreation Department   704-878-3103

Administrative Office on Court Street - I-40, Exit 150 (Center Street/Hwy 115 South or I-77, Exit 49-A (Hwy 70 West to Hwy 21/115 North)

Various leagues, activities, outdoor education center, ropes course, summer camps http://www.co.iredell.nc.us/Departments/Recreation/athletics.asp
 
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Piedmont HealthCare's "Friday After Five" featuring The Catalinas
September 10, 2010
An extended season for Piedmont HealthCare's Friday After Five concerts. Final event of this season's popular summer street concert series featuring The Catalinas. Produced by the Downtown Statesville Development Corporation and the Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce, the free concerts will be held the second and fourth Friday of the month through September 10th. Bring your lawn chair and your dancing shoes to enjoy a great evening of music with friends. Beer, wine and soft drinks will be available for purchase. The 2010 Concert Series is sponsored by Piedmont HealthCare, the City of Statesville, United Federal Credit Union and Silver Eagle Distributors.

Living History Weekend at Fort Dobbs: Diversions of the 18th Century British Soldier
September 11, 2010
Living history weekend. Join the provincial soldiers of Fort Dobbs as they find entertainment through period music, song and games! Demonstrations of military drill and camp life are also featured throughout the day. 10-4 Saturday and Sunday. This Living History Weekend runs Saturday-Sunday. For more information on Fort Dobbs, visit www.fortdobbs.org.

Ride with Grace Motorcycle Ride
September 11, 2010
Rider Registration 9:00am- 10:00am Ride Leaves at 10:30am $25/person $30/couple- includes Ride, BBQ Plate, Free T-shirt to 1st 100 riders, Chance to Win Door Prizes. Family Fun for everyone! Food, Games, Bounce House, Dunking Booth, Cornhole, Live Christian Music, Prizes, 50/50 Raffle and MORE!

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