Amazing experience!! We met Daryl, the pilot, early in the morning and he did some tests to see if…read morethe wind conditions were safe. Our ride took place the first weekend in October and the weather was perfect. The winds were very calm and it was peaceful up there. Only downside was the number of times we had to reschedule due to poor weather conditions but I understand because there is little control over the balloon. Daryl and his son were really nice. I'd definitely recommend it.

I found D&D Ballooning through a Living Social deal and decided a hot air balloon ride would be a…read morefun, once-in-a-lifetime type of experience...and it did not disappoint! Now, let me start by warning others that you need to be patient in scheduling your balloon ride and expecting that it may be rescheduled due to weather. The conditions need to be perfect for a safe ride, so don't despair - I promise it will be worth the wait. We rescheduled twice, and we were finally able to take our flight on the third try (8 months after we first scheduled it). Daryl and Debbie (the husband and wife owners) were very easy to work with, although they weren't proactive about contacting us due to weather concerns. I had to take the initiative to call 1-2 days before the ride to check with them on whether we'd be going. We met them at the Wal-Mart parking lot in Woodstock, where they had a big Suburban with a trailer containing the balloon and supplies. There was some ground wind, and they spent a good 30 minutes checking to make sure it was safe to go up. They even let a few small helium balloons go and tracked their ascent into the sky. Once they determined we were good to go, we drove to a nearby field and they started setting up. Seeing the balloon fill with air was really spectacular. They even had us help out by holding the mouth open while it inflated - I really appreciated the opportunity to be so involved and close to the action! Once we hopped in the basket, I was a little apprehensive because it seemed small to me. We did a private flight for two, so it was just us and the balloon pilot (Daryl) in a triangular-shaped basket. If you want a larger square basket, it's best to do a flight with more people (5-6 or more). Once we got off the ground, the balloon ascended really quickly. It felt like floating, which was unnerving at first, but I got used to it. We didn't go too high, which was just fine for me. We could see farms, cows, and even a few deer running through the woods. Daryl made friendly chit chat and told us a little about the balloon and answered questions. It was extremely relaxing and pleasant, and the sunset was spectacular. We stayed up for about 40 minutes. The landing was by far the least smooth part of the experience. We came down a little fast, and Daryl warned us that the balloon would bump off the ground. He instructed us to bend our knees and hold on. I didn't expect the bump to be so forceful - but it did make the experience that much more exciting. Putting the balloon away took a while, and it required the help of several people (including my boyfriend). Afterward, we had a nice sparkling grape juice toast back at the Wal-Mart. All in all, D&D Ballooning is a nice family business and they have a ton of experience in hot air balloons. They are very laid back and relaxed about everything, which some people may find a little worrisome, but I chalk it up to their experience. I felt safe even when we came in for the rough landing. I highly recommend this hot air balloon ride to adventure seekers. It is truly a unique experience!

What a really nice park this is! Beautiful. The views of the mountains alone, are something to…read morebehold. Feel free to walk around, or sit in a lounge chair by the river. Rumor has it trout are in this section, and will confirm as soon as possible. The pavilions are exceptionally clean, and can be a nice spot for a meal. Better than I remember. Can seriously unwind here. Also kudos for the park authority, for putting in baseball fields. Little league and other groups have it made here. Parking is more than plentiful. Definitely a good place, and if around here, definitely stop by.

My entire family gathered for an awesome weekend near Romney, and this spot was the centerpiece of…read moreour reunion! We all had a blast even though the water was low (it was late August when we visited). Our youngest is 13 and oldest family member is 82 -- literally everyone enjoyed the canoe trip. SOOO many eagles and other birds!! Calleva Trough Outfitters took over the place in 2021, and their staff were incredibly friendly & helpful. The team there made things easy -- they were prompt & attentive, anticipating our questions to help us avoid any major issues during our paddle.

We rented kayaks from this place for a 7 mile river run and it was amazing. Sabrina and Jeffrey…read moreare the kindest couple. Highly recommend them!!!

Our daughter LOVES this camp!! She has found life long friendships and is growing in confidence…read more She loves riding and hiking and all of the activities. The women who run this camp are also alums and care about the traditions and passing them down. It is a magical place and I feel so fortunate our daughter can experience it. It is beautiful.

My daughter went to this camp four or five times for durations ranging from two to four weeks…read morebeginning in 2015 when she was nine years old. I was drawn to it because it's in a rustic setting and away from the inundation of technology. The cabins don't have air conditioning or bathrooms - they use outhouses - and that's not a complaint. I actually love that. There are structured activities such as swimming (in a swimming hole, not a pool), archery, hiking, singing, dance, tennis and more. The campers have a regimented schedule of waking up, doing chores, doing activities, having downtime/free time, and bed time. Children are divided by ages into different cabins, with each cabin being staffed with one or two young women approximately 18-20 years old who is a "counselor." Many of these counselors are prior camp attendees and some counselors are from other countries. Your camper's mileage may vary depending on which counselors they have in their cabin, but in general most counselors were very pleasant. There are rules in place but they are selectively followed. There's not supposed to be any food in the cabin, but everybody's parents and family sends tons of food (candy, snacks, etc) and it's all in the cabins. Campers aren't supposed to have cell phones but as the years went on, more and more campers had their cell phones to the point when she last went in 2022, she was the only camper in her cabin without a phone. Since I didn't let my daughter have her phone at camp, she naturally felt left out when other girls were scrolling on social media and texting their boyfriends instead of playing games and whatnot. On her last visit, in 2022, my daughter did something wrong. She took zyrtec and pepto bismol with her, against my knowledge, and had it in her cabin. She should have checked it in at the nurse's office and the nurse should have distributed it to my daughter as needed. Other campers warned my daughter about this, she didn't listen, and eventually other campers turned her in. This happened at the two week mark of a 4 week stay. The weird thing is that the other camper who turned her in also claimed my daughter was offering Advil to other campers, but Advil was verifiably not in her possession (the zyrtec and pepto bismol was on her window sill - no advil or other medicine was with her when the camp director made an unannounced cabin sweep). When confronted by the camp director as to whether or not other campers told her to take the medicine to the nurse, my daughter made the poor decision to say they had not and that was the straw that broke the camel's back, sealing her fate to be sent home. Regardless, I'm 100% about accountability, so when the camp director contacted me about this and told me she was going to have to send my daughter home 2 weeks into her 4 week stay, I supported it completely, despite the fact that we essentially lost $1,800 since there would be no refund and understandably so. My daughter was very upset about missing out on her last two weeks and also embarrassed about the entire situation, but long story short we turned a negative into a positive and she learned and grew from the experience. My daughter wrote and snail mailed a very heartfelt handwritten letter and apology to the director and mailed it off in August 2022, after a month of reflection and introspection. She waited for any response from the camp director, but none came. In March 2023, I texted the camp director and asked if she had ever received it - no response. Later in March, I emailed her and inquired if she had received my daughter's letter - no response. At that point, I took the hint that Camp Strawderman wasn't interested in my daughter despite her having been a loyal camper and her having developed friendships with other campers and counselors that extended back to early childhood. In 2019, my daughter broke her ankle while roller skating *the week before she was scheduled to begin camp.* The camp director issued a refund minus the deposit, which was nice, but for something as outside of our control as a broken ankle would it have really killed them to issue a full refund? My daughter doesn't ride horses all year. She doesn't take horseback riding classes. When you sign up for camp, you can pay extra for "horse riding" or pay less for "no riding." I always paid for "riding," but as years went on it became clear that the "riding" was not for inexperienced riders. The camp puts on legitimate horse shows and instructors get frustrated especially as my daughter got older and other girls were very advanced into horseback riding. The only reason I kept paying for riding was because my daughter was interested in grooming the horses and interacting with them, not necessarily learning the nuances of horseback riding to the extent of participating in a competition. I asked specifically if my daughter could groom horses if we didn't pay for riding and was told no (I have the email).

This place is awesome. As big or bigger than Bowden but the staff is way friendlier. One of the…read moreguys gave each of my kids a bucket of feed for the fish which they had a blast feeding, something none of the other hatcheries we have visited has ever done and we didn't even ask for feed! The one in Bowden will barely unlock the gate for you and the Petersburg Hatchery is so small it really isn't even worth stopping in to see. They have trout here from fry up to some big giant hook toothed monsters. Kids have a great time playing here, good way to kill an hour or so.

I found Three Rivers in Yelp and contacted Eli. I explained to him that I would be coming to his…read morearea from California with two teenage boys and wanted to show them a good time fishing. Eli took the ball and ran with it. I was able to concentrate on other details of my trip and felt comfortable that Eli had everything under control. We arrived at 8 am on 4-13-2022 to find his fiancé had set up on a great spot until we arrived. They were both great with the kids. They were true guides in every since of the word. In total we caught 13 fish.

Wonderful guides, great personalities, extremely supportive, definitely worth the money.read more

Five Stars for Jordan at Shenandoah Sporting Goods!…read more I had an absolutely fantastic experience at Shenandoah Sporting Goods thanks to Jordan, who helped me set up and tune my brand-new Hoyt RX 10. And get this--mine was the very first RX 10 they sold! That made the experience even more special, and Jordan handled the flagship bow setup like a true professional. The setup process was detailed and meticulous, especially since I was keen on utilizing the new Hoyt XTS tuning system right away. I know I can be a bit particular when it comes to getting a bow dialed in, but Jordan was incredibly friendly and patient throughout the entire process. They walked me through every adjustment, explaining the nuances of the XTS system without ever making me feel rushed. Jordan's expertise and commitment to making sure the bow was perfectly tailored to me were truly outstanding. It's rare to find that level of dedication and customer service. If you are looking to purchase a new Hoyt, especially the RX 10, ask for Jordan--you won't find better service or a more knowledgeable tuner. My new RX 10 is shooting flawlessly, and it's all thanks to them!

These guys are great. They know their stuff, and are willing to help you out as much as possible…read more Super knowledgeable on the NFA/Suppressor applications, made it pain free. They've had a pretty decent selection of firearms every time I've gone there, and tons of ammo. The bow and archery section looks expansive, but I've never been on that side.

The Wellness and Fitness Center adds to the quality of life in Hampshire County. On any day, a…read morecross-section of the community can be seen independently exercising, lifting, swimming or taking classes - all pro-active measures for health and wellness. Expert staff provide guidance about use of exercise and fitness equipment. The Silver Sneakers program and classes (yoga to Zumba) draw many residents who otherwise would not have access to the vital services the center provides. The exercise area is equipped with well-maintained machines, a weight-lifting area and indoor track with views of the beautiful rural countryside. The indoor pool and therapy pool are immaculately maintained. Locker/dressing rooms are cleaned hourly, thus never appear in need of cleaning : ) Shower areas have shampoo, conditioner, body wash and even shaving lotion. Body lotion dispensers are in the sink area. The therapy program, part of Valley Health, provides speech, occupational and physical therapy. As both a member and therapy recipient, my experience has been first-rate. 'Highly recommend!

This gym is great! It is equipped with an indoor pool and a daycare center for children. There is a…read morevariety of machines you can choose from and the gym is always kept very clean. Hampshire Wellness & Fitness Center also offers a wide array of group exercise classes, that are not only a great workout, but fun as well. Overall, this gym is very nice and I highly recommend it.