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Blue Planet Water Environment Center
7980 Babe Stillwell Rd.
Huntersville, NC 28078
704-621-0854
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| Local Water displays are designed to make learning fun; interactive nature makes them entertaining for all ages. |
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Carolina Raptor Center - Latta Plantation Park
6000 Sample Road
Huntersville, NC 28078
704-875-6521
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| Eagles, falcons, ospreys, owls, hawks and vultures are among the birds of prey at the Carolina Raptor Center located within Latta Plantation Nature Preserve. The Raptor Center is dedicated to the rehabilitation, research, and conservation of these birds as well as educating the public about raptors. A walk on the Nature Trail takes you to the outdoor aviaries, which host over 20 different species of live birds of prey. Programs presented on weekends provide interesting information about raptor education, rehabilitation and research. |
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Dale Earnhardt Inc.
1675 Dale Earnhardt Highway 3
Mooresville, NC 28115
877-334-9663
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| Experience his vision - highlighting the careers of Dale Earnhardt, Dale Earnhardt, Jr., and Steve Park. A tribute to one of the greatest in racing history. |
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Daveste` Vineyards
155 Lytton Farm Road
Troutman, NC 28166
704-528-3882
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| Enjoy our wines and pastoral setting, an inviting backdrop for respite from a busy day or travel schedule. Offers distinctive dry and semi-sweet red and white wines from vinifera and hybrid grapes. |
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Davidson College Arboretum
Davidson College
Davidson, NC 28036
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| In the late 1850’s, some students at Davidson College proposed a landscape remodeling plan to the Board of Trustees. When the plan was not successful, the students decided to plant trees themselves all over campus. Since that time, the grounds of the campus have become home to many different types of plants, flowers and trees. It is even rumored that former United States president, Woodrow Wilson planted a tree during his year at the college. In 1982, Davidson officially became a nationally registered arboretum and there are now over 3,000 labeled trees and other plants. |
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Davidson Farmer’s Market (May-October)
442 South Main Street
Davidson, NC 28036
704-892-2118
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| The market will offer locally produced, seasonal produce and meats produced by sustainable or organic methods when possible. Other agriculturally based products such as breads, flowers and soaps may also be offered. |
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Discovery Place
301 North Tryon Street
Charlotte, NC 28202
704-372-6261
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| One of the top hands-on science museums in the nation Discovery Place provides ever-changing entertaining facilities of a variety of experiences in science. Call for hours and prices. |
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Duke Energy's Energy Explorium
13339 Hagers Ferry Road
Huntersville, NC 28078
980-875-5600
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| Offering hands-on energy exhibits, a Lake Norman movie, outdoor picnic facility, and a one-mile nature trail along Lake Norman. Free admission and parking. Hours: Mon.-Sat. 9AM-5PM, Sun. 12PM-5PM. |
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Fisher Farm
Fisher Road
Davidson, NC 28036
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| A 4-mile trail for bikers, walkers, or runners with diverse terrain that will appeal to all skill levels. The park is open from dawn until dusk. |
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Ghost Walk of Davidson
104 South Main Street
Davidson, NC 28031
704-928-5452
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| Every evening join the Historical Ghost Walks starting at 7:00 p.m. in front of the Soda Shop in Davidson. Ticket prices are $10 Adults, $5 Children, and Children 7 and under are Free. All ticket sales are cash. The 1 1/2 - 2 hour walk includes history and ghost stories of Davidson, Lake Norman, and the surrounding area. |
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Hendrick Motorsports
4400 Papa Joe Hendrick Blvd
Charlotte, NC 28262
704-455-3400
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| Founded by Rick Hendrick over two decades ago Hendrick Motorsports has fielded some of the most famous names in NASCAR in its Chevrolets. |
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Historic Latta Plantation
5225 Sample Road
Huntersville, NC 28078
704-875-1391
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| Latta Plantation circa 1800 is the last remaining Catawba River plantation open to the public. The 62 acre farm of James Latta, a Scot-Irish merchant, is on the National Register of Historic Sites and consists of the original home and smokehouse, enhanced by eleven other outbuildings, as well as fields, farm animals, a garden and interpreters in period clothing. Latta Plantation is conveniently located just 12 miles north of Charlotte. |
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Huntersville Family Fitness and Aquatics
11725 Verhoeff Drive
Huntersville, NC 28078
704-766-2222
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| Huntersville Family Fitness & Aquatics (HFFA), is about family, fitness and fun. This is a place that attracts people because of its state-of-the-art diving and aquatic facilities, exciting variety of programs, and relationships with others. This powerful combination not only allows HFFA to attract and hold some of the Nation’s most prestigious diving and swimming events, but also encourages members and guests to experience and achieve the most in health, wellness and total fitness. Features indoor and outdoor swimming pools (25- yard pool for swimming programs and classes, 50-meter pool for competitive swimming), outdoor family fun pool, diving platform, gymnasium for various sporting events and a meeting facility to accommodate up to 300 people. Childcare services available. |
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Huntersville Market
Corner of Main & Maxwell
Huntersville, NC 28078
704-766-2220
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| Local Farmers offer fresh goods at this small neighborhood park on selected days throughout the summer. Be sure to keep an eye out for the many special events held at Main and Maxwell. |
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Jeff Gordon Racing School
6025 Victory Lane
Concord, NC 28027
704-886-2400/704-722-3527
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| Drive an authentic Nextel Cup car on the same super speedways the pros race on. You can drive actual race driven Nextel Cup cars, driven by NASCAR favorites including 4-time NASCAR Champion Jeff Gordon, Dale Earnhardt Jr., Michael Waltrip, Matt Kenseth and others. This is as close as you'll ever get to driving in the Nextel Cup series. |
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Joe Gibbs Racing
13415 Reese Boulevard
Huntersville, NC 28078
704-944-5000
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| The newly expanded Joe Gibbs Racing Souvenir Store is located inside the JGR Raceshop in Huntersville NC. The Joe Gibbs Racing Souvenir Store offers exclusive merchandise you will not find anyplace else as well as the more popular items no NASCAR fan should be without. Visiting Hours are weekdays 8:00am-5:00pm. |
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Latta Equestrian Center
6201 Sample Road
Huntersville, NC 28078
704-992-1550
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| Latta Equestrian Center features all aspects of Equestrian activities. Anyone 8 years old and older can enjoy a guided horseback ride through our wooded trails. Introduce your younger children to horses with a hand-led pony ride around the corral. Learn the proper technique of English or Western styles of riding with one of our certified instructors. Let us provide entertainment for your corporate event, family reunion and festivals, on or off-site. Your children will always cherish the memories of our hayrides, birthday parties and summer day camps. |
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Lazy 5 Ranch
15100 Highway 150 E
Mooresville, NC 28115
704-663-5100
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| Lazy 5 Ranch features 400 animals from around the world. Take a 3.5 mile safari through the gently sloping pasturelands to experience animals from 6 continents. Study the animals and their behavior from the safety of your own car or take the wagon ride. Petting Zoo and family gathering areas available. |
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Lowe's Motor Speedway
5555 Concord Parkway South
Concord, NC 28027
704-455-3200
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| Don't miss the excitement of racing close to the Lake Norman area. The speedway is home to NASCAR, IROC, IRL, World Karting, DIRT and Legends Car racing. Major NASCAR events are held in May and October. You can also ride around the track to get a perspective of racing. |
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Metrolina Greenhouses
16400 Huntersville-Concord Road
Huntersville, NC 28078
704-875-6741
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| The largest single-site heated greenhouse in the U.S. is also one of the most automated. The wholesale plant company sells to mass merchandisers such as Home Depot, Lowe’s and Wal-Mart. Tour groups by appointment only. |
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Michael Waltrip Racing
20310 Chartwell Center Drive
Cornelius, NC 28031
704-897-5555
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| Michael Waltrip Racing’s Raceworld USA consists of a skywalk through the facility, live pit road practice sessions and team training, movies, retail store, restaurant and more including a 40-space private motor coach area. Open Monday-Saturday, 9:00 am-7:00 pm. Raceworld USA offers over 60,000 square feet of dedicated meeting and event space. We host events ranging from 10 – 1,000 guests amidst the exciting atmosphere of a working NASCAR team. Thousands of guests each week experience the rare opportunity to see what it takes to get a team to the track for each race. Michael Waltrip opens his doors and provides access generally reserved for the NASCAR elite. Everyone is a VIP at Raceworld USA! |
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NASCAR Speedpark & Family Fun Center
8461-G1 Concord Mills Boulevard
Concord, NC 28027
704-979-6770
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| Features five action packed tracks, 18 hole miniature golf, indoor climbing wall and playground, laser tag arena, kiddie rides, bumper boats, state-of-the-art arcade and official NASCAR merchandise. |
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Paramount's Carowinds Water and Theme Park
14523 Carowinds Boulevard
Charlotte, NC 28273
800-888-4386
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| The Carolinas' premier 100-acre water and theme park has more than 100 attractions for all ages including thrilling rides, like TOP GUN*: The Jet Coaster; musical revues and shows; Zoom Zone* children's area; Water Works water park; concerts and special events; and year-round campground. Park operates from early spring to early fall. Water Works operates through the summer months. |
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Race Shop Maps
Visit Lake Norman Visitor Center-19900 W. Catawba Ave, Ste. 102
Cornelius, NC 28031
704-987-3300
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Race Shop Tours
Various Sites
Various Cities,
877-210-5629
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Richard Petty Driving Experience
6022 Victory Lane
Concord, NC 28027
704-455-9443
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| Richard Petty Driving Experience provides racing fans and thrill-seekers the opportunity to get behind the wheel of a 600 horsepower Winston Cup style stock car. Get in the action and get on the track. |
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Rural Hill Farm
4431 Neck Road
Huntersville, NC 28078
704-875-3113
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| Historic Rural Hill Farm was the home of Major John Davidson, American patriot and signer of the Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence. Today the 265 acre historic plantation stands as a memorial to early American agriculture and has become a cultural center for Scottish heritage. It is the oldest public historic site in Mecklenburg County dating circa 1760.On the farm stands representation of the type of log home the Davidson's would have first lived in establishing Rural Retreat, the ruins of their finest home, and the final home of the family, which houses the museum and gift shop. Outbuildings are open to explore and a variety of animals roam throughout the site including the rare Highland Cows, which originate from Scotland. Two of some of the last remaining one room schoolhouses for black and white children in Mecklenburg County are also located on the farm. Historic Rural Hill is open year round except for certain holidays. Educational programs and special events are held throughout the year. |
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The Board Room SkatePark
20920 Torrence Chapel Road
Cornelius, NC 28031
704-895-3324
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| This indoor skateboarding/rollerblading facility is the only one of its kind in Charlotte and surrounding area. It offers a climate controlled, fully monitored environment that simulates outdoor park style skating along with a half pipe. The park has live video feed to the internet, a state of the art video and audio system including a DJ booth and 2 large flat screen televisions for viewing on site. The staff is fully trained and certified in first aid and CPR. The park will offer private lessons along with open skate sessions daily. The Board Room is proud to be partnered with PARC in offering winter, spring, and summer camps as well. From beginners to the advanced skaters, The Board Room SkatePark has something to offer everyone! |
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The Bradford Store & Farm
15915 Davidson Concord Road (HWY 73)
Huntersville, NC 28078
704-439-4303
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| Established in 1912, The Bradford Store brings you back to the good old days of fresh, local, hand-prepared, and hand-selected foods at fair prices. We offer a huge selection of imported, organic and naturally grown local produce. Gather and share in the wonderful products and produce, most of which grown locally using natural and organic farming methods right in the fields that surround the store. |
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Michael Waltrip Racing
20310 Chartwell Center Drive
Cornelius, NC 28031
704-897-5555
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| Michael Waltrip Racing’s Raceworld USA consists of a skywalk through the facility, live pit road practice sessions and team training, movies, retail store, restaurant and more including a 40-space private motor coach area. Open Monday-Saturday, 9:00 am-7:00 pm. Raceworld USA offers over 60,000 square feet of dedicated meeting and event space. We host events ranging from 10 – 1,000 guests amidst the exciting atmosphere of a working NASCAR team. Thousands of guests each week experience the rare opportunity to see what it takes to get a team to the track for each race. Michael Waltrip opens his doors and provides access generally reserved for the NASCAR elite. Everyone is a VIP at Raceworld USA! |
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