Day Trips

Hiking Club: Rocky Fork State Park

Friday, July 8, 8:30 am | Flag Pond, TN | $8 

We will be hiking the Rocky Fork Trail and Flint Creek Trail up to the battle site of John Sevier vs the Cherokee. Be sure to wear your hiking boots and bring a walking stick. Dress according to the weather. Everyone, please bring something to snack on and a drink. We will be stopping at Dairy Queen for some ice cream after the hike. Sign-up in the Front Office.

Barter Theatre: Always a Bridesmaid

Thursday, August 11, 10:00 am | Abingdon, VA| $44 for show | Lunch on your own at Milano’s

“On the night of their senior prom, Libby Ruth, Deedra, Monette and Charlie promise that they will be bridesmaids in one another’s weddings… no matter what. Now, more than thirty years later, these Southern gals are still making “the long walk” for each other, determined to honor that vow. ‘For better or for worse’ takes on a whole new meaning in this delicious comedy about old friends.” Sign-ups start June 1 in the Front Office.

OTLB: Farmhouse in the Valley

Friday, August 12, 11:00 am | Rogersville, TN | $27, lunch & transportation

Enjoy a trip to the Farmhouse in the Valley for an exclusive Harvest lunch for the Senior Center only! Lunch will include a sampler platter with garden salad, chicken casserole, meatloaf, hash brown casserole, green beans, homemade cake, banana pudding, and iced tea. Light-hearted entertainment will be provided by the Farmhouse Cast.

Barter Theatre: Always a Bridesmaid

Tuesday, August 16, 10:00 am | Abingdon, VA| $44 for show | Lunch on your own at Luke’s Cafe

“What a way to make a living!” Coworkers Violet, Judy and Doralee think they have nothing in common, but when the Boss makes life unbearable, these three ladies join forces to live out their wildest fantasy – and change the world! With a toe-tapping score by the one-and-only Dolly Parton, you’ll never look at going to work the same way again.” Sign-ups start June 1 in the Front Office.

Wohlfahrt-Haus: For God and Country

Friday, August 19, 9:45 am | Wytheville, VA| $44 for show | Lunch on your own at Luke’s Cafe

A patriotic gospel revue. Sign-ups start June 1 in the Front Office.

Off the Grid Mountain Adventures: Ziplining

Wednesday, August 24, 10:00 am | Elizabethton, TN | $8 at sign-up, $29 (cash only) day of trip. Please bring the exact amount.

Off the Grid features one of the longest ziplines in the country (10 football fields long) and reaches up to 60 miles per hour. We will need a minimum of 20 for the trip to go. Lunch will be on your own. Sign-up in the Front Office.

NOTE: Maximum weight limit of 275 lbs for the zipline.

Lake Lure Tour

Friday, August 26, 8:30 am | Lake Lure, NC | $8 at sign-up, $16 (cash only) day of trip

Discover the beauty, charm, and deep history of Hickory Nut Gorge at Lake Lure. Lunch will be on your own at La Strada. Sign-up in the Front Office.