Join us for a day of exploration and adventure at the "Trailblazing Out at Chinqua-Penn Walking Trail" event on Saturday, June 17th. The trailhead will come alive from 9am-3pm as local vendors, organizations, and artists showcase their talents and wares. Savor delicious food and drink, peruse local art, and learn about various organizations dedicated to making a difference in our community.
At 10am, the self-guided hike will begin, taking you through the breathtaking Chinqua-Penn Walking Trail. As you make your way through the trail, you will have the opportunity to interact with multiple experts stationed along the way, who will answer any questions you have about the trail's nature, the Chinqua-Penn Estate and its rich history, and the valuable work of the Upper Piedmont Research Station.
This free event is perfect for all ages, from families looking to explore nature to individuals interested in local history and conservation efforts. So, pack your bags, grab your hiking boots, and join us for a day of adventure, discovery, and fun at the "Trailblazing Out at Chinqua-Penn Walking Trail" event on June 17th.
This is free event.
Vendor applications can be sent to cpwtrail@gmail. There is no fee for vendors.
At 10am, the self-guided hike will begin, taking you through the breathtaking Chinqua-Penn Walking Trail. As you make your way through the trail, you will have the opportunity to interact with multiple experts stationed along the way, who will answer any questions you have about the trail's nature, the Chinqua-Penn Estate and its rich history, and the valuable work of the Upper Piedmont Research Station.
This free event is perfect for all ages, from families looking to explore nature to individuals interested in local history and conservation efforts. So, pack your bags, grab your hiking boots, and join us for a day of adventure, discovery, and fun at the "Trailblazing Out at Chinqua-Penn Walking Trail" event on June 17th.
This is free event.
Vendor applications can be sent to cpwtrail@gmail. There is no fee for vendors.
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Every donation, no matter how small, will make a big difference. Your support will help us ensure that the Chinqua-Penn Walking Trail remains a beloved community resource for years to come.
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We invite you to share this special place in the heart of Rockingham County, North Carolina.
On property belonging to the NC Upper Piedmont Research Station, the 1.7-mile loop winds through old-growth forest, skirts two ponds, and follows the fence lines of pastures where a prized cattle herd grazes. Crops are tested in fields alongside farm roads once used as carriage trails by the wealthy owners of Chinqua-Penn. Remnants of their lavish parties linger in structures built of locally quarried stone. Many birds, insects, amphibians, and small mammals call this home. Chinqua-Penn’s builder and owner, the late Jefferson Penn, sends this invitation: “Come, and you may find some meditation for the mind, some solace for the soul, some harmony for the heart. Anyhow, come!!” So, come connect with nature, count the newborn calves, watch and listen for feathered friends, and enjoy the welcoming faces you’ll meet. |
