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How to keep you and your kids safe around water this summer
NORTH CAROLINA, USA — Experts say now is the time to refresh your water safety before getting back in. Executive Director of Aquatics with YMCA NW NC, Aaron Reeves, stressed the importance of NOT swimming solo. "Don't swim alone unless there is someone there to watch you. Make sure...
Swim for free at Hanging Rock; lake opens May 25
The lake at Hanging Rock State Park opens for the season on Saturday, and thanks to a partnership with local libraries, folks can swim and rent a boat for free. A North Carolina State Parks Annual Pass is now on file at the Danbury, Walnut Cove, and King public libraries. Library patrons can “check out” the pass just like they would a book. The pass can be used at Hanging Rock State Park for six free swim passes and one free boat rental per day. ...
Wildcats set to open new weight rooms
It is an exciting time to be a Wildcat. Last week, West Stokes completed its funding campaign for new weight rooms. There will be full renovations to two weight rooms with the removal of walls and new doorways. The communities of West Stokes and the Stokes County Board of Education have leveraged over $250,000 towards the new weight rooms and fitness facilities. Weight lifting teacher and soccer coach Kelsey Perrell...
How to keep you and your kids safe around water this summer
NORTH CAROLINA, USA — Experts say now is the time to refresh your water safety before getting back in. Executive Director of Aquatics with YMCA NW NC, Aaron Reeves, stressed the importance of NOT swimming solo. "Don't swim alone unless there is someone there to watch you. Make sure...
Wilhem exhibit coming to the Apple Gallery
The Stokes County Arts Council will be opening an exhibit of original art by Eileen Wilhem in the Apple Gallery this month. A reception is scheduled for Saturday, May 25 from 3:30 p.m.-5 p.m. in the Apple Gallery, at 500 Main Street in Danbury. Wilhem shared: “Living on a horse farm in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, I am never at a loss for images and inspiration. Watching how the light changes with the seasons and trying to capture its beauty. ...
Trail center expands equestrian and hiking options at Hanging Rock
The recently refurbished Trail Center at Vade Mecum is open to the public, providing a spacious parking lot for horse trailers and cars along with a new access point to Hanging Rock State Park. The facility, in neighboring Stokes County, offers another venue for hiking or horse riding. “It’s just another opportunity for people that are outdoor enthusiasts to have a place to go to hike or ride,” said Phil...
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