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The second annual Mountain Fork Half Marathon will start/finish at the High Knob Observation Tower. The 13.6-mile loop runs through the Mountain Fork watershed primarily on gravel roads. Part of the High Knob Triple Crown series. See www.highknobtriplecrown.wix.com/hktc for details on series. See www.mountainforkhalf.wix.com/mtnforkhalf to register and for details about Mountain Fork Half Marathon.

The Norton Friends and Farmers Market is held from 4-6 p.m. every Tuesday, June-September. See www.nortonva.gov/farmersmarket for more details.

Join us for an 8-mile out-and-back hike on the Chief Benge Scout Trail from Edith Gap to Bark Camp Lake and return. Wear sturdy shoes and weather-appropriate clothing. Bring snack/water. Difficulty: Moderate See https://highlonesometrails.wordpress.com/2020/12/05/chief-benge-scout-trail-section-3-edith-gap-to-bark-camp-lake/ for details. Due to COVID-19, this event is currently limited to 5 people. Please also be aware this event is subject to change in light of concerns/restrictions related to COVID-19. Contact: Katie Dunn, katied@nortonva.org or (276) 679-1160

The Norton Friends and Farmers Market is held from 4-6 p.m. every Tuesday, June-September. See www.nortonva.gov/farmersmarket for more details.

Join Shayne Fields, Norton Trails Coordinator, for a presentation about mountain biking, including tips for beginners, trails to ride, and what’s happening on the Flag Rock Area Trails system. Chat will be available online at www.nortonva.gov/outdoorchats.

Join us for a digital tour of the 7.8-mile Roaring Branch Trail to High Butte Overlook. Trail guide and video will be posted online at www.nortonva.gov/digitaltrailguides.