Name - Dinosaur Land, Inc

City/State - White Post, VA

County - CLARKE

Region - Shenandoah Valley

Description - Journey through time to see over 50 life size reproductions, the awesome meat eaters Megalosaurus, Allosaurus and Tyrannosaurus. Look at the gentle sauropods, the armored dinosaurs as well as the duckbills. Bring your camera! Be sure to visit our beautiful gift shop featuring Fenton glass, Minnetonka moccasins, collectibles, tee shirts, leather goods, pottery, Civil War items,and dinosaur items. 540-869-2222. Dinosaur Land, Inc 3848 Stonewall Jackson Hwy. White Post, VA. 22663

Name - Big Walker Lookout

City/State - Wytheville, VA

County - WYTHE

Region - Blue Ridge Highlands - Southwest Virginia

Description - Big Walker Lookout is filled with hand made local crafts and artist’s works. We feature over 30 kinds of Country Store Jams, Jellies and Relishes in our Country Cupboard. These home cooked jams are made by local Amish families in the foothills of the Blue Ridge for your lip smacking enjoyment. We are the overlook of the Big Walker National Scenic Byway and offer magnificent views of the valleys below. Check out our website for a complete picture tour of our attraction and others nearby.

Name - Inglewood Lavender Farm

City/State - Arrington, VA

County - NELSON

Region - Central Virginia

Description - Beautiful farm located at the historic Inglewood Cabell Estate. 10 acres of fragrant lavender rows! Cut your own bouquets, stroll our fields, browse our lavender shop. Open Sat/Sun from 10am til 5pm. http://www.inglewoodlavender.com/

Name - Appalachian Adventures Rentals

City/State - Luray, VA

County - PAGE

Region - Shenandoah Valley

Description - Your Gateway to the Great Outdoors offers: Action-packed vacations with ATVs, Jet Skiis, Canoes, Kayak, Tubes, Boats, Shooting Range, Fishing & Wildlife Management. http://www.appalachian-adventures.com/

Name - Outdoor Learning Center at Horizons

City/State - Harrisonburg, VA

County - ROCKINGHAM

Region - Shenandoah Valley

Description - Year-round outdoor rec facility.Custom outdoor activities & programs (horse riding, ropes courses,meeting/retreat facilities & more). Transportation to/from the climbing adventure at Via Ferrata at Nelson Rocks Preserve (www.visitviaferrata.com). http://www.horizonsoutdoorlearningcenter.com

Name - Edinburg Ole Time Festival

City/State - Edinburg, VA

County - SHENANDOAH

Region - Shenandoah Valley

Description - Edinburg (VA) Ole Time Festival, weekend of Sept. 15-17, 2006, has crafters, food, parade, demonstrators, Children's Festival, Art Expo, music, 4K Fun Run, bed race, duck race..... Fun for all.. 540-984-7272 www.user.shentel.net/rritter/Festival http://www.edinburgoletimefestival.org/

Name - Solar Hill Historic District Association

City/State - Bristol, VA

County - WASHINGTON

Region - Blue Ridge Highlands - Southwest Virginia

Description - Named after an astronomical observatory used to view the total solar eclipse of 1869, Solar Hill is the first Bristol neighborhood listed on the Virginia Landmarks and National Historic Places registers. It has one of the finest collections of historic residential architecture in the region. http://solarhill.tripod.com

Name - Theater at Lime Kiln

City/State - Lexington, VA

County - ROCKBRIDGE

Region - Shenandoah Valley

Description - Theater at Lime Kiln open year-round. Outdoor theater at the ruins of a 19th century lime kiln & quarry May-October, historic indoor theater December-April. A place where fun is ageless and the dress code is casual. Admission Fee. http://www.theateratlimekiln.com

Name - Beagle Ridge Herb Farm and Education Center

City/State - Wytheville, VA

County - WYTHE

Region - Blue Ridge Highlands - Southwest Virginia

Description - This 160-acre herb farm retreat in a valley of the Blue Ridge is the destination for gardeners and nature lovers alike. Stroll the display gardens, hike the trails, and wander through the shop filled with soaps, lotions and potions. http://www.beagleridgeherbfarm.com

Name - Virginia Highlands Festival

City/State - Abingdon, VA

County - WASHINGTON

Region - Blue Ridge Highlands - Southwest Virginia

Description - Top-rated Festival in Historic Abingdon, Va., and the Blue Ridge Highlands features antiques, art, crafts, music & the performing arts, living history, home & garden tours, literary events, outdoor excursions, youth activities. July 30-August 14, 2005 http://www.vahighlandsfestival.org

Name - Shenandoah Caverns

City/State - Shenandoah Caverns, VA

County - SHENANDOAH

Region - Shenandoah Valley

Description - Visit Virginia’s only cavern with an elevator and see beautiful formations featured in National Geographic. Then experience the pageantry of spectacular parade floats and props from important events like the Rose Parade and Presidential Inaugurals. Open all year. http://www.shenandoahcaverns.com

Name - Kluge Estate Winery and Vineyard Farm Shop

City/State - Charlottesville , VA

County - ALBEMARLE

Region - Central Virginia

Description - Adjacent to the vineyards is the Farm Shop, offering Kluge Estate's fine wines and delectable foods. Also available: gifts, signature items, plants and wine accessories. We have exceptional, fully prepared dishes that echo the flavors of Virginia's seasons. http://www.klugeestate.com

Name - Adventure Challenge

City/State - Richmond, VA

County - CHESTERFIELD

Region - Central Virginia

Description - Offering trips, lessons, and tours in whitewater kayaking, snow skiing, coastal kayaking, river tubing, and rafting. We have something for every outdoor recreation enthusiast! Our excellent safety record and our dedication to providing a positive experience make our activities memorable. http://www.adventurechallenge.com

Name - Sunspots Studios & Glass Blowing

City/State - Staunton, VA

County - AUGUSTA

Region - Shenandoah Valley

Description - See live glass blowing 7 days a week. Free. Art glass & copper gifts made on-site. 5 minutes from I-81 & I-64 in historic Staunton, near train station. See many artists demonstrate at annual Virginia Hot Glass Festival, the last weekend in April. http://www.sunspots.com

Name - Dickie Bros. Orchard

City/State - Roseland, VA

County - NELSON

Region - Central Virginia

Description - Come visit our Virginia Century Farm. We have 15 different varieties of apples harvested from August1-November1.We are open 7 days a week in Sept. and October. We specialize in pick your own Fuji during the second and third week in October. http://DICKIEBROS.COM

Name - Mill Mountain Zoo

City/State - Roanoke, VA

County - ROANOKE CITY

Region - Shenandoah Valley

Description - AZA accredited five-acre zoo exhibiting 50 species of mammals, birds and reptiles. Animals include a Siberian Tiger, Snow Leopards, Red Pandas and much more. Miniature train rides(ZooChoo), concessions and Whisker's Gift Shop. Open daily-year round. http://www.mmzoo.org

Name - Belle Grove Plantation

City/State - Middletown, VA

County - FREDERICK

Region - Shenandoah Valley

Description - Monday – Saturday: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.; Sunday 1 – 5 p.m. Belle Grove Plantation cordially invites you to its twenty-fourth Needlework Exhibit. This year’s theme, “My Favorite Things,” allows needle workers to share a piece they have created to celebrate a personal occasion, hobby, pet, or treasured possession. Admission to Belle Grove: $7 Adults; $3 Children 6 to 12. Free for Belle Grove & National Trust Members & Children ages 5 & under. http://www.bellegrove.org/

Name - Thistle Cove Farm

City/State - Tazewell, VA

County - TAZEWELL

Region - Blue Ridge Highlands - Southwest Virginia

Description - Rare breeds horse & sheep farm giving fun farm tours to groups: school, church, bus tours. Farm store features 100% virgin wool blankets & yarn; home of Lost Arts Guild. http://www.thistlecovefarm.com

Name - Claytor Lake Water Sports

City/State - Radford, VA

County - RADFORD

Region - Blue Ridge Highlands - Southwest Virginia

Description - Claytor Lake Water Sports offers 4 ½ to 5 ½ hour trips for individuals, family & friends, and groups. Get to relax on a 30' pontoon boat with a sundeck, ride a jet ski, kayak, sailboat, ride on a banana boat, and get fed by our staff. Also, we offer Lake Tours/ Ice Cream Socials every evening Monday-Saturday and in the autumn don’t miss out on our Fall Foliage Tours. http://www.claytorlakewatersports.com

Name - Wohlfahrt Haus Dinner Theatre

City/State - Wytheville, VA

County - WYTHE

Region - Blue Ridge Highlands - Southwest Virginia

Description - Wytheville, VA. 200 Seat Dinner Theatre, American & German Menu, Main Stage Plays, Gift Shop - German Collectibles & Regional Artists, Cocktail Lounge with Bier Garten, Live Musical Entertainment, Domestic & Imported Beer and Wines. http://www.wohlfahrthaus.com/

Name - Luray Caverns

City/State - Luray, VA

County - PAGE

Region - Shenandoah Valley

Description - Discover Eastern America's largest and most popular caverns,  a US Natural Landmark. From well-lighted, paved walkways explore cathedral-sized rooms with ceilings 10 stories high, filled with towering stone columns and crystal-clear pools. Also, hear the haunting sounds of the world's only Stalacpipe Organ.. http://www.luraycaverns.com/

Name - The Virginia Museum of Natural History

City/State - Charlottesville, VA

County - CHARLOTTESVILLE CITY

Region - Central Virginia

Description - Did you know that the oldest known fossil of a flowering plant has been found in Virginia? Or that dinosaurs left behind thousands of footprints here? Or that volcanoes erupted long ago in several parts of the state? Virginia's exotic flora and fauna are as little known as those of Borneo. NatureNet is here to introduce you to the natural history of a state best known for its role in United States history. The Virginia Museum of Natural History is a state museum which is an agency of the Secretary of Natural Resources. http://www.virginia.edu/vmnh-uva/

Name - Natural Bridge, Virginia

City/State - Natural Bridge, VA

County - ROCKBRIDGE

Region - Shenandoah Valley

Description - Natural Bridge Inn and Conference Center. Natural Bridge Caverns. Natural Bridge Wax Museum and Factory Tour. Map. Overview - Enjoy the Wonder of it All! http://www.naturalbridgekoa.com/