Area Attractions
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Bryce Resort is located in the beautiful, historic Shenandoah Valley, with a wide range of places to go and things to see and do. The Bryce Resort staff at the information desk in the main lodge can make specific suggestions, depending on your interests. Here are just a few of our favorite places. Remember that many shops and museums have seasonal hours—it’s always a good idea to call ahead to confirm they’ll be open.
Shenandoah Valley Music Festival
A summer’s worth of music and fun in historic Orkney Springs, just down the road from Bryce Resort, from May through September. For information, visit their website or call 540-459-3396.
Chambers of Commerce
Winchester | Strasburg | Woodstock | Edinburg | Mount Jackson | New Market
Bryce Resort is a proud and active member of the Chambers of Commerce from Winchester to New Market. Each chamber promotes many attractions and festivals throughout the year. Please click on the Chamber of your choice to be directly connected to their website. For directional purposes, Mount Jackson is the closest town to Bryce Resort - 11 miles east!
Winchester, Virginia
Approximately 40 miles North of Mount Jackson, Winchester is the home of the Apple Blossom (spring) and Apple Harvest Festival (fall). Rich in American history (5 civil war battles in the area and control changed hands many times). Headquarters of George Washington and "Stonewall" Jackson. Many shops catering to the seeker of modern items as well as those seeking antiques. For more information, visit their website or call 1-800-662-1360 or 540-662-4135.
Strasburg, Virginia
Approximately 24 miles North of Mount Jackson, Strasburg is known as the Antique Capital of Virginia. Like her Shenandoah sister towns, Strasburg is rich in history and visitors are encouraged to take a trip into the past by visiting the Stonewall Jackson, Strasburg or Jeane Dixon Museums or the Museum of American Presidents. For more information, visit their website or call 540-465-3187.
Woodstock, Virginia
Approximately 10 miles North of Mount Jackson, The Citizens of Woodstock welcome everyone to their charming and historic town. Woodstock was established by charter in 1761 by none other than George Washington in Virginia’s House of Burgesses and has been the county seat since Shenandoah County was formed in 1772. The limestone courthouse in the center of town was built in 1795 and was designed by Thomas Jefferson. It is the oldest continous working courthouse west of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Woodstock is also the home of the North Mountain Vineyard and Winery and the Massanutten Military Academy. For more information, visit their website or call 540-459-2542.
Edinburg, Virginia
Approximately 6 miles North of Mount Jackson and nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and situated in central Shenandoah County, Edinburg, incorporated in 1852, exemplifies the quaint, small town atmosphere of the valley. Along its streets are antique, craft, and gift shops as well as art galleries. A great time to visit Edinburg would be the third weekend in September when the town holds its Edinburg Ole’ Time Festival--BUT, anytime of the year is eye-candy for the soul! For more information, visit their website or call 540-984-8318.
Mount Jackson, Virginia
Located 11 miles East of Bryce Resort, Mount Jackson is located in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley and is rich in its history and culture. The town of Mt. Jackson was originally named Mt. Pleasant and was changed to honor Andrew Jackson who was a frequent visitor in his travels from Washington D.C. to his home in Tennessee. There are many historic buildings in town featuring a wide variety of architecture, several of which served as Confederate and Union Army field hospitals during the Civil War. For more information, visit their website or call 540-477-3275.
New Market, Virginia
Located 14 miles South of Mount Jackson, New Market's (first named Cross Roads) history began in 1796 when it was established by a charter of the Virginia General Assembly. Civil War buffs look upon the New Market Battlefield with reverance and awe reminded of the sacrifices made by several hundred cadets of Virginia Military Institute under the command of General John C. Breckinridge. Three museums offer the visitor with a variety of exhibits...The New Market Battlefield Historical Park, the New Market Battlefield Civil War Military Museum and the Museum of American Cavalry. For more information, visit their website or call 540-740-3212.
Shenandoah Valley Historic Sites
New Market Battlefield Historical Park, Hall of Valor Civil War Museum, and Bushong Farm
See where the students of Virginia Military Institute took on the Union forces.
Take I-81 exit 264 at New Market.
540-740-3101
www4.vmi.edu/museum/nm/
Shenandoah Valley Civil War Trail/Fisher’s Hill Battlefield/Tom’s Brook Battlefield
Call 888-CIVIL WAR for information.
The Museum of American Presidents
Displays of presidents’ portraits, signatures, and artifacts. Children’s hands-on room.
130 N. Massanutten St., Strasburg, VA
540-465-5999
www.waysideofva.com/presidents/
Belle Grove Plantation
Built by one of the Valley’s first settlers, in 1797. A National Trust property.
336 Belle Grove Rd., Middletown, VA (north of Strasburg, off Rt. 11)
540-869-2028
www.bellegrove.org
Frontier Culture Museum
A outdoor living history museum, featuring guides in costumes working at four authentic heritage farms moved to this spot from England, Germany, Ireland, and Virginia.
I-81, exit 222, Rt. 250 west
1290 Richmond Ave., Staunton, VA
540-332-7850
www.frontier.vipnet.org
Mount Jackson Museum
Currently featuring a wonderful exhibit of Billy Landis pottery that is undoubtedly the most comprehensive exhibit of Landis works ever made available for public viewing. The museum is open every Thurday and Friday from 1:00 to 4:00 pm.
5901 Main Street, Mt. Jackson, VA 22842
540-477-2121 www.mountjackson.com
Museum of the Shenandoah Valley
A regional history museum dedicated to interpreting the art, history, and culture of the Shenandoah Valley. Next door to historic Glen Burnie house and gardens.
530 Amherst Street, Winchester, VA
540-662-1473 or 888-556-5799
glenburniemuseum.org
Shenandoah Valley Folk Art and Heritage Center
Permanent and changing exhibits highlighting the Valley’s past.
Corner of Bowman and High Streets, Dayton, VA (southwest of Harrisonburg)
540-879-2681
www.heritagecenter.com
Virginia Quilt Museum
Explores the roles of quilts and quilting in the cultural life of society.
301 S. Main St., Harrisonburg, VA
540-433-3818
Warren Rifles Confederate Museum
Relics and records of the War Between the States.
95 Chester St., Front Royal, VA
540-636-6982 or 540-635-2219
Woodrow Wilson Birthplace
Our 28th president was born here.
18-24 N. Coalter St., Staunton, VA
540-885-0897
Woodrow Wilson Birthplace website
Woodstock Museum
Open for Summer - May through October
12:00 noon till 4:00 pm
Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
104 S. Muhlenberg Street
Woodstock
540-459-5518
Shenandoah County Vineyards
Oh Shenandoah! Shenandoah County is home to some of Virginia's best wineries.
North Mountain Vineyard & Winery
4374 Swartz Road
Maurertown,VA 22644
540-436-9463
Please visit our website. www.northmountainvineyard.com
Shenandoah Vineyards & Winery
2659 South Ox Road
Edinburg, VA 22824
540-984-8699
www.shentel.net/shenvine/
Cave Ridge Vineyard
1476 Conicville Road
Mount Jackson, VA
540-477-2585
www.caveridge.com
Shops and Galleries
From Strasburg to Harrisonburg you’ll find many interesting and affordable shops and galleries along historic Route 11. Here are just a few to get you started, all less than an hour’s drive from Bryce Resort:
The Great Strasburg Antique Emporium
More than 100 dealers under one roof.
160 North Massanutten St. (near the Rt. 11 intersection), Strasburg, VA
540-465-3711
Browse their website
Walking Through History
Two guided historical walking tours of New Market, Virginia are now available. "New Market: An All-American Town" tour tells about the general history of New Market. The second tour, "Boys, Bugles, and Skirts: The Civil War in a Small Town," provides a more detailed look at the Civil War history of New Market. For more information or to set up a tour reservation, call 540-325-9529 or visit the web site at www.appleblossominn.net.
The Baker's Store
Established 1860
All the charm and character of Shenandoah County's oldest store, now with lots of new products for today's lifestyles.
Hand-Dipped ice cream, fresh produce, flowers & herbs, custom gift baskets and more.....
540-436-3880
12363 Back Road
Mt. Olive, VA
Exit #291 off I-81, 1 mile west. www.thebakerstore.com.
Antiques by Burt Long
Offers a selection of American furniture circa 1780 thru 1930. Prints, pottery, paintings, and other items available.
On Rt. 11 between Mount Jackson and New Market
540-740-3777
Browse their website
The Art Group
Art work of all kinds for viewing and sale. Special musical events throughout the year.
5906 Main St. (Rt. 11), Mt. Jackson, VA
540-477-4131
Browse their website
The Gingham Cottage
Art, books, gifts.
9391 Congress St. (Rt. 11), New Market, VA
540-740-3911
Edinburg Village Shops
Quality pottery, home décor, garden items, and crafts.
Stony Creek Blvd. and Main St. (Rt. 11), Edinburg, VA
540-984-9785
Browse their website.
The Shops at Mauzy
Furniture, gifts, books, and lots more on two levels in an 1800s tavern.
From New Market, Rt. 11 south for 8 miles, across I-81 past traffic light.
540-896-9867
Browse their website.
The Watchful Tiger
Fun women’s clothes and accessories.
201 N. Main St. (Rt. 11), Edinburg, VA
540-984-9600
Browse their website.
Wetlands Trading Company
A wonderfully eclectic gift shop with many one of a kind items. Garden, mulch, pond supplies, landscaping. Open weekends. 1.5 miles before the entrance to Bryce Resort.
3110 Orkney Grade
540-856-2553
Shenandoah County Fine Dining
Congress Street Publik House Restaurant
The Lee Jackson Building (circa 1768) is the home of the Congress Street Publik House Restaurant. A fine dining restaurant located in the heart of the beautiful Shenandoah Valley in downtown New Market, Virginia. For more information, visit www.publikhouserestaurant.com
Sal's Italian Bistro
125 S Main St
Edinburg, VA 22824
(540) 984-9300
Farm Markets
Shenandoah Farm Market
Affiliated with Shenandoah Farms, Inc, focus is placed on growing quality beef, vegetables, berries and fruits following natural sustainable earth friendly practices in their gardens and year-round producing greenhouses. Fax or call in your orders for rapid pick-up service and your order will be ready at the requested time. Specializing in Shenandoah Farms tomatoes, English cucumbers & Bibb lettuce, natural lamb, goat, ostrich & pork, Virginia Cream Line milk and butter, Orange County Farmstead Cheese, fresh baked bread and bakery products, local herbs and herbal products, honey, jams, jellies & salsa, seasonal plants and flowers, hand made arts & crafts.
Hours of operation: Open year round Mon, Wed, Thurs & Fri 10am-6pm; Sat 9am-5pm; Sun 11am-3pm. Closed Tues. 540-477-9792.
Directions: From Route 11 in Mt. Jackson, west on Route 263, approximately 3 miles. Look for Shenandoah Farms sign on the left at former Brady's Store.
Browse their website
Shenandoah Heritage Farmers Market
Antiques, kitchen supplies, clothes, books, bake shop, bulk foods, and much more. Visit many fine shops including Grandma's Pantry.
On Rt. 11 south of Harrisonburg (I-81 exit 243, go 1 mile south; look for the windmill)
540-433-3929
Dayton Farmers’ Market
25 shops under one roof, with food, butchershop, deli, restaurant, and home and gift items.
On Rt. 42 between Dayton and Bridgewater, 3 miles south of Harrisonburg
540-879-3801
Browse their website
Fun Places for Kids
Deauville Deer Farm
Kids can feed the deer, see the chickens, and visit a small organic farm.
Crooked Run Rd., just north of Bryce Resort; call for hours and directions.
540-856-2130
A-way 2 Play
Family sports facility located at 18563 Old Valley Pike on Route 11 between Edinburg and Woodstock offering go-karts, batting cage (day or night), billiards and arcades. For further information, visit their website or call 540-459-1819.
Shenandoah Bowling Lanes
Duckpin Bowling in Virginia. Step back in time and enjoy an evening of Duck Pin Bowling at Shenandoah Bowling Lanes in Mt Jackson, Virginia...since 1948. Visit their website or call 540-477-2341.
Route 11 Potato Chip Company
Watch potato ships being made (Fridays and Saturdays).
On Rt. 11 in Middletown, VA
540-869-0104
Browse their website
Perry’s General Store and Wildlife Zoo
Over the mountain in West Virginia; call for directions: 304-874-3051.
Stoney Creek Roller Rink & Fun Center
The area'a largest indoor amusement center! Large multilevel playland with tubes and tunnels; Rock climbing wall & play area for our really small guests; Over 85 arcade and amusement games; indoor themed miniature adventure golf course; Play Zone System T laser tag in large indoor laser tag arena; Experience the ultimate in fun with the new soft sided bumper cars or enjoy roller skating (blades or inline). Located at 113 Indian Spring Road, Woodstock. For further information, visit their website or call 540-459-7277. To access their 24 hour information line, call 540-984-7318.
Shenandoah Caverns
Don’t miss Rainbow Lake and the “slabs of bacon,” wavy dripstone formations of brown, red, and white minerals. The closest caverns to Bryce Resort. Home to the fascinating collection of parade floats, “American Celebration on Parade.”
Off I-81, exit 269, between Mount Jackson and New Market, VA
540-477-3115
Browse their website
Luray Caverns
Cool off while viewing 47 acres of underground beauty. Outdoors, there’s a old-fashioned Garden Maze to explore.
970 U.S. 211 West, Luray, VA
540-743-6551
Browse their website.com
Endless Caverns
Discovered in 1879 by two boys chasing a rabbit.
On Rt. 11 south of New Market, VA
540-896-2283
Browse their website
Meem’s Bottom Covered Bridge
Maize Quest
Directions: From Bryce: Route 263 East. Turn Left onto Route 11 South. Go approximately 1/2 mile. Turn Right onto Route 720 (Wissler Rd.) Go 4/10 mile and Maize Quest is on the right, just before the covered bridge.
For more information, visit their website or call 540-477-4200.
Walnut Grove Trout Farm
Trout fishing for young and old alike. No license required. Poles available.
Open year round--Friday, Saturday & Sunday 8am - 4pm. Weekdays by appointment only.
8794 Senedo Road, Mt. Jackson (corner of Routes 263 and 42).
540-477-3871
Shenandoah River Outfitters
Tubing, canoeing, and whitewater rafting on the Shenandoah River.
6502 S. Page Valley Rd., Luray, VA
800-6 CANOE 2
Browse their website
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2008 Valley Baseball League
The Valley Baseball League started in 1923 and included the town of New Market. New Market has fielded a team every year except when the league suspended operations for several years during World War II. Located in the heart of the beautiful Shenandoah Valley, the New Market team was chartered as a not-for-profit Community owned team in 1947. Home games are played at Rebel Park just off Interstate 81, exit 264, at Dixie Lane and John Sevier Road and start at 7:30pm. The players of today are all collegiate. The Rebels won League Championships in 1989, 1994, and 2002 and have been in the playoffs sixteen out of the last eighteen years.
The Valley Baseball League plays a 44 game schedule each summer. The 2008 season marks the 47th year as an official NCAA sanctioned league and the 16th season as a wooden bat league.
The league features ten teams playing in Northern and Southern Divisions. Many, if not all VLB teams host a yearly youth baseball camp for ages 6 to 16. Registration forms may be downloaded from the website of your favorite team.
There are many former Valley Leaguers now playing in the Major Leagues, but the league stands for more than just great baseball. It is a very community-oriented venture. Each area involves itself with the team by housing players, providing summer jobs, financially supporting the teams, and regularly attending games. Whether you are a coach, a player, a parent, or a fan, the Valley Baseball League has a lot to offer. The teams and coaches hope to see you at a VBL ballpark real soon!
View Rebel's 2008 Baseball Schedule. View Rebel's 2008 Ticket Prices.
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