Ron's Group Adventure and Recreation Options
Adventure/Recreation Options
As you select your outdoor activities, remember that you have one of the four times for your 'ropes course' which is included in your fee. You also can choose some 'free' activities or you can choose from the vendors listed for some of the other great adventure options in the Asheville area. The choice is yours. You need to contact the vendors to schedule your activities.
(* Denotes Added Cost)
Great Rate for On–Campus High Ropes Course and Laser Tag
Ed Barnes, Manager of Programs at Ridgecrest is offering a great deal for High Ropes Course (includes Climbing Tower and Zip Line) and Laser Tag. This weekend, one of these two choices is complementary. The cost is only $15 per person (that is a savings of $8 per person) for the second option if you choose. All adventure recreation, High Ropes Course and Laser Tag included, will begin at 1:30 PM on Saturday. If you and your spouse would like to participate in High Ropes Course and Laser Tag, you will participate in Laser Tag stating at 1:30 PM. After Laser Tag, our recreation staff will accompany you to the High Ropes Course. Space is limited to the first 20 couples.
Make your reservation in advance to ensure you get to experience Ridgecrest's adventure recreation. Sign ups are first come first serve basis. You can sign up in person upon check-in, if there are spaces available. Make your reservation in advance by contacting Ed Barnes at ed.barnes@lifeway.com.
Other Recreation Opportunities Available on Campus
Hiking
Tennis
Basketball
Sand Volleyball
Frisbee Golf
Miniature Golf
Recreation Opportunities Available near Ridgecrest
Whitewater Rafting*
Horseback Riding*
Mountain Biking*
Kayaking*
Canoeing*
Whitewater Rafting
Nantahala Outdoor Center Adventure: French Broad Whitewater Rafting (Category II & III Rapids) Day & Times: Saturday and Sunday. Our trips depart at 9:20am and does include lunch. Our afternoon trip departs at 2:20pm and does not include lunch. (we need to arrive early enough for instructions and to sign wavier). Duration of Adventure: Approx 3 hours Drive Time from Ridgecrest: Approx 1 hour. Space Limitations: Cost: $44 before the discount for the afternoon session and $52 before the discount for the morning session that includes lunch. The group discount code is: 215T (You must mention this code to receive discount). How to make reservations: call 1-800-232-7238 ext 550 and ask for Shannon Royce. You can also email Shannon at custraft@noc.com. For more information visit www.noc.com
Rock Climbing and Rappelling
Vendor: Fox Mountain Guides
Offering the Southeast's only AMGA accredited climbing class.
Cost: varies with activity and group size.
Phone: Office Manager - 1.888.284.8433
Website: www.foxmountainguides.com
Biltmore House
A working estate that could sustain itself and benefit the community. America's largest home. Acres of garden, parklands and managed forests. A country retreat for friends and family. This was George Vanderbilt's vision for the Biltmore House more than 100 years ago, and it lives to this day.
To tour this incredible facility, you can call the Biltmore House at 1.877 BILTMORE. Individual tickets are $45 per person. The gates open at 9am and close at 5pm. If you have a group of 20 or more, you can call their group reservations department at 1.866.851.4661. The group rate is $36.00 per ticket, but you must have 20 persons and one person must make the call for the group.
If you purchase a tour ticket, either group or individual, there are many other 'add-on' options available to you. For example:
Optional Outdoor Activities at the Biltmore House include:
Horseback Riding, Biking, Rafting, Fly Fishing School, Guided Hike, and Carriage Rides.
Again, these activities are 'add-on' to your regular priced admission ticket. For current pricing of these activities, call 1.866.851.4661.
Go to www.biltmore.com for more details.
Call now to make your reservations.
Horseback Riding
Vendor: Sandy Bottom Trail Rides
Adventure: Mountain Horseback Rides
Day & Times: Saturday or Sunday. Rides start at 10 AM, 12 and 2pm.
Duration of Adventure: 1 hour, 2 hour and 3 hour rides
Drive Time from Ridgecrest: Approx 45 minutes
Cost: $40 per person for the 1 hour ride, $70 per person for the two hour ride, $85 per person for the three hour ride.
How to make reservations: Call 1.800.959.3513.
For More information: www.sandybottomtrailrides.net
Great Smoky Mountain Railroad Train Ride
Vendor: Great Smoky Mountains Railroad Adventure: Nantahala Gorge Train Ride (Diesel Train) Day & Times: Seven days week beginning in April. Rides start at 10:25 AM Duration of Adventure: 4 1⁄2 Hours (includes an hour layover at Nantahala Outdoor Center. Note: There is a snack bar on the train and a restaurant at the NOC for you to purchase lunch). Drive Time from Ridgecrest: Approx 2 Hours (Train Departs from Bryson City, NC) Space Limitations: None (but reservations must be made at least two weeks prior) Cost: $49 per person for standard coach, $61 per person for the Crown Coach. How to make reservations: Call 1.800.872.4681. For More information: www.gsmr.com
Not Into the Outdoor Scene?
Marriage Impact offers even more options for those looking for a more leisurely weekend. The Asheville, NC area is known as one of the most popular tourist locations in the nation. You will find incredible sightseeing, cultural and shopping opportunities sure to delight most any couple. Asheville guests will love the nearby Grandfather Mountain or Chimney Rock scenic attractions, as well as the world-famous Biltmore Estate.
Links to area attractions
Ridgecrest
www.asheville.com
www.biltmore.com
www.grandfathermountain.com
www.chimneyrockpark.com
www.gsmr.com (smoky mountain railroad)
www.insidenc.com
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