Chamber of commerce involvement
Family Vet is proud to be a member of multiple Chambers of Commerce in the Danville Tri-County area.
Halifax County, VA
Danville Family Vet is proud to be a member of the Halifax County Chamber of Commerce and we are thankful for all the Chamber does to support our local community and economy. Halifax county offers a multitude of venues for you and your dog to visit and have a good time. Whether you’re in town or just visiting, there are plenty of things to see and do with your furry friend. Find our listing at the chamber here.
Chamber events calendar. https://www.halifaxchamber.net/events/calendarcatgid/19
The Staunton River Brewing Company provides great entertainment for both you and your dog. You can enjoy a delicious, locally brewed beverage while hanging out with your dog at the Hop Yard. The Springfield Distillery is another great place to take your dog. This location is rich in history and provides a relaxing, carefree atmosphere that you and your buddy will love. If you are in Halifax, enjoy a meal at Molasses Grill and in South Boston, a great place to eat is Bistro 1888.
Take a day trip through Scottsburg, Virginia and visit Staunton River State Park. If you’re into outdoorsy things, Paul C. Edmunds Memorial Park is the place for you. From fishing, to disc golf, to a botanical garden, there are so many things to do and see with your pet.
A great way to spend a day is at Virginia International Raceway (VIR) where there are all kinds of events all year long.
And if you’re looking for a place to stay, you’re in luck. Oak Grove Plantation Bed and Breakfast and Berry Hill Plantation Resort welcome your dog and offer a lovely, quaint country experience.
Right behind Berry Hill along the Dan River is the tobacco heritage trail with endless miles of walking.
One thing that you must do in Halifax county is attend the annual Cantaloupe Festival. It is a great time of music, food and fun celebrating the summer in Halifax County. Be sure to get your tickets early at: http://www.valopefest.com/
In the fall it is time to find a foursome and support the chamber through a fun afternoon at the annual golf tournament check it out here.
Find our listing at the chamber here.
Chamber events calendar. https://www.halifaxchamber.net/events/calendarcatgid/19
Having a dog is one of the greatest joys in life. When I get home, the first thing I am greeted to is the wagging tail and gleeful grunt of my best friend: my dog, Luis. He’s my boy. I love spending time with him. We take long walks through the yard, venture through the woods, swim in the creek, and do pretty much anything you could think of outside at home. We, luckily, have many opportunities to spend time together away from home at the many dog-friendly destinations in the Dan River Region.
Halifax county offers a multitude of venues for you and your dog to visit and have a good time. Whether you’re in town or just visiting, there are plenty of things to see and do with your furry friend. The Staunton River Brewing Company provides great entertainment for both you and your dog. You can enjoy a delicious, locally brewed beverage while hanging out with your dog at the Hop Yard.
The Springfield Distillery is another great place to take your dog.
This location is rich in history and provides a relaxing, carefree atmosphere that you and your buddy will love. If you’re into outdoorsy things, Paul C. Edmunds Memorial Park is the place for you. From fishing, to disc golf, to a botanical garden, there are so many things to do and see with your pet. And if you’re looking for a place to stay, you’re in luck. Oak Grove Plantation Bed and Breakfast and Berry Hill Plantation Resort welcome your dog and offer a lovely, quaint country experience.
Reidsville NC Chamber of Commerce / Rockingham County, NC
Being a member of The Reidsville NC Chamber of Commerce gives us great pride. We have been serving the people of Rockingham County for 25 years. Shopping and supporting local businesses is how we have survived in this community for many years and we believe that we have a huge family at the Family Vet. Support your Chamber as they are our strongest advocate.
Haw River State Park is a beautiful place to get away from it all in the northwest corner of Rockingham County. It is a peaceful place to go with your dog and the Summit Center is a smaller venue that is great for conferences of 10 -180 people.
Lake Reidsville is a great recreation center that is convenient to everyone. The disc golf course is played like traditional golf, except you throw a disc into a metal basket. It is incredibly fun and anyone can play. The amphitheater will often have events in the summer time and the Independence Day celebration is a day of fun for the whole family. The lake is open all year round and great for boating and Skiing. Boats, kayaks and canoes can be rented as well. Check out the camping facilities here.
Duck hunting and fishing are also available, but be sure to be in season and have the right permits!
Fishing tournaments attract many fisherman and there is a kids fishing derby as well. There are many trails for biking and hiking and bird watching is a popular hobby. You may see Golden finches, Prairie Wobbles, Yellow Breasted Chat, Indigo Bunting and even Great Blue Heron.
Rockingham County has plenty of places to explore. The multiple lakes and rivers offer endless fun for outdoor enthusiasts. There are countless miles of walking trails, and golf. My gosh! Check out the golf courses.
The county is also home to many vineyards and wineries. The county has a long agricultural history and the vineyards and wineries are a recent evolution of the strong connection to the land.
The Chinqua-Penn Trail is a beautiful walking trail that takes you through the woods behind the Chinqua-Penn plantation and is a wonderful day trip. The Estate itself is now private, but was previously open to the public for tour and I must admit it is magnificent. To imagine yourself back in the 1930’s living on this farm is just incredible. After walking through the shady cool forest around the fish pond, you finish the loop through a cow pasture getting a close up view of the Angus cattle.
You gotta do it! Not everywhere can you go to an old fashioned drive-in movie. The Eden Drive-In is an experience that you must add to your bucket list.
Check out the shopping in Reidsville and Rockingham County. There are so many places to explore and the wealth of local artisans and independent store owners makes for a unique experience.
If you would like to know more about the rich heritage of Rockingham NC, you can access it at the digital exhibit. The county is one of the first to be settled in the “new world” and has a rich heritage from the Native Americans, the settlers and the Civil War.
Martinsville Henry County, VA
We are so proud to be a member of Martinsville/ Henry County Chamber of Commerce. Shopping locally and supporting our local economy is important to the vitality of our community. The chamber does a great job of advocating for our area. So many people commute from Martinsville to Danville each day, is like home to us in Henry County Virginia.
Spend the day hiking, canoeing or just resting on the beach at Fairy Stone State Park. You may even find some of the legendary Fairy Stones as you visit.
Philpott lake has 100 miles of shoreline, eight campgrounds, six beaches and nine boat launches. There is a miriad of things to do from camping and hiking to swimming and fishing. The lake opened in 1953 and is just a short drive from Axton, Martinsville, Collinsville, and Bassett.
Catfish Pond ATV trails has over 60 miles of rugged trails with scattered mud pits. The stocked pond also hosts fishing tournaments. Check it out near Leatherwood just north of Martinsville, Virginia.
Philpott Dam is a very scenic place to visit on the Smith River about 7 mile upstream from Bassett. During construction in the 1950’s there was a temporary concrete plant that was built to supply the concrete for the dam. The dam is located at the north end of Philpott Dam Rd in Bassett, VA.
In Henry County, Martinsville is the place to go for shopping, and dining. Martinsville has been the heart of Henry count from the beginning in the Revolutionary War era and through the big boom of the tobacco industry and then the furniture industry. Martinsville continues to reinvent itself as it moves toward the future and has a rich architectural history.
If you are looking for a place to stay,you can find pet friendly hotels here: https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotels-g2238367-zfa9-Henry_County_Virginia-Hotels.html
Martinsville Speedway is the shortest track on the NASCAR circuit which leads to some exciting racing! This is one of the places you must see. The tailgate events before the races are as fun as the race. Bring your ear plugs and get ready for a good time.
Henry county is also very pet friendly. If you love the outdoors, this is the place for you. Philpott Lake, Fairy Stone State Park, Collinsville Jaycee Park, Smith River Sports Complex, Chatham Heights Park, Cole and Carol Street Park, Dr. Dana O. Baldwin Memorial Park, Fisher Farm Park, J. Frank Wilson Memorial Park, J. Russel Mason Park, Jack E. Dalton Park, Mayo River State Park, Martinsville Reservoir, Henry County SPCA Dogpark and Southside Park are all wonderful locations that will provide enrichment for your dog and yourself. If you’re just looking to relax, Mountain Valle Brewing is a great place to visit. Comfort Inn Martinsville welcomes dogs as well if you need lodging.
Caswell County, NC
The Caswell County Chamber of Commerce represents the growing agriculture based economy just across the Virginia border. Caswell County is made up of beautiful rolling farmland and the countryside boasts quiet and peaceful areas to get out of the city and enjoy your pets.
In Yanceyville, the Maude Gatewood Memorial Park, located on Firetower Road, is a passive park with walking trails, picnic shelter, horseshoe pits and barbeque grills.
One of two additional trails, the Orchard Lake Trail, at 90 County Home Rd, Blanch, NC 27212 is a short walk right in the city limits from behind Yoder’s Country Market to the Caswell Senior Center. The second option, Sunline Trail runs behind the Animal Protection Society at 836 County Home Rd, Yanceyville, NC 27379. Both are multi-use, unpaved trails, designed for walking, jogging, or biking.
The Caswell County Recreational Park located at 228 Country Park Rd features tennis courts, ballparks, batting cages, and picnic areas where you may also walk with your pets.
If you prefer to be near the water, S.R. Farmer Lake is located just outside of Yanceyville and offers fishing and non-motor water sports to visitors. The lake provides individuals the opportunity to rent canoes, kayaks, and other non-motorized water sports equipment.
The Caswell County Horticulture Club sponsors a community arboretum that features a walking trail and native plant species to Caswell County. The Arboretum is open daily from dawn to dusk and is free for all visitors. The Arboretum is located directly behind the Caswell County Historic Courthouse at 144 Court Square in Yanceyville.
Another popular outdoor recreational area is Hyco Lake, situated on the border of Caswell and Person county on the east. Hyco is a 3,780-acre lake available for public water skiing, fishing and other water sports.
