Needed – Volunteers for the Community Forest

ROANOKE, VA – Roanoke Parks and Recreation is looking for “Volunteers for the community forest” to participate in a Tree Steward program, designed to train volunteers to care for trees and teach others about the urban forest. The program is free of charge and will be held at the Virginia Western Community College Natural Science Center on Monday evenings from 7 to 9 p.m. beginning on Jan. 11, 2010. The program will last through the end of March. The deadline to register is Jan. 4, 2010.

Volunteer Tree Stewards prune trees, conduct tree inventories, plan Arbor Day events, and educate homeowners.  The course begins with 30 hours of combined classroom and hands-on training. An additional 30 hours of volunteer work will be required to complete the program.  20 hours of community service is suggested per year thereafter.

If you have a passion for trees and think you might be interested in volunteering, contact Urban Forestry Planner Helen Smythers at 540-853-5225.

Clearance Sale at Outdoor Trails

Play Local, Shop Local, Be Local – please support our local outdoor businesses!

Mark Futrell with Outdoor Trails just sent me information on a clearance sale they are having. Outdoor Trails has two locations (Daleville and Lynchburg) and carry everything you need for your outdoor excursions. Please support Mark and other local outdoor businesses. Tell them Roanoke Outside sent you!

“You’ve waited patiently, and it’s finally here! Our summer clearance sale has begun. Starting now, enjoy…

• 25% off all summer clothing from brands like The North Face, Patagonia, and Mountain Hardwear!*
• 40% off select footwear from brands like Asolo, Vasque, and Montrail!
• 20% to 40% off select tents, backpacks, and sleeping bags from Gregory, Marmot, Kelty and more!
• 50% off everything on our sale racks (usually 40% off).

*Smartwool N2S, Patagonia Capilene, and rainwear excluded.

Fall will be here soon, so hurry in to take advantage of some great deals while the weather is still hot. Back-to-school is right around the corner, so take advantage of these great deals now!”

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Summer Clearance SALE
You’ve waited patiently, and it’s finally here! Our summer clearance sale has begun. Starting now, enjoy… 25% off all summer clothing from brands like The North Face, Patagonia, and Mountain Hardwear!* 40% off select footwear from brands like Asolo, Vasque, and Montrail! 20% to 40% off select tents, backpacks, and sleeping bags from Gregory, Marmot, Kelty and more! 50% off everything on our sale racks (usually 40% off). *Smartwool N2S, Patagonia Capilene, and rainwear excluded. Fall will be here soon, so hurry in to take advantage of some great deals while the weather is still hot. Back-to-school is right around the corner, so take advantage of these great deals now