Meet this week's guest editor, Shep Roeper! As the co-founder of Beyond Boundaries, Shep believes adventure is for everyone. His Richmond-based nonprofit is on a mission to empower individuals with disabilities, veterans, underserved youth, and those in recovery through adaptive outdoor adventures. Be it rafting along the mighty James or climbing the Manchester Wall, Shep does everything he can to make sure everyone in the River City has an opportunity to make memories that will last a lifetime.
When he’s not leading his nonprofit, Shep enjoys spending time with his family. Together, they love paddle-boarding on the James River, creating art, and fishing in local parks.
Take it away, Shep ...
Autumn Garden Walk at Agecroft Hall & Gardens
Being outdoors is something that my family loves to do together, and Agecroft Hall & Gardens is a beautiful place to explore. This walking tour will reveal the history of the formal Renaissance gardens, weaving tales from the days of King Henry VIII's gardening obsession with stories of historic harvest festivals, and the "Virginia Garden" design from the 20th century. Each piece of history adds a layer to the garden's charm.
Who's ready for Halloween? I know we are! We have our skeletons out and orange lights on as long as we can get away with it! What better way to get in the spirit of Halloween than a ghost tour? Throughout October, check out the Haunts of Richmond Ghosts tours and hear all about the best known ghost stories, haunted experiences, and spots that our old city has!
The Bonfire Gala is a special evening of revelry and fundraising around the bonfire at the beautiful Dundee Preserve. Spend the evening with Beyond Boundaries as we come together and enjoy dinner, drinks, live music, auction items, and hear from participants about how Beyond Boundaries has impacted and benefited their lives! This event takes place outside, under the stars, (and a tent with bistro lights) and the dress code is 'fancy bonfire' - "imagine if a cocktail party married a bonfire!"
Vitals:
The Bonfire Gala/ Friday, October 18, 6:00 pm / tickets, $100 pp (enter code HEREXBB for $10 off) / Dundee Preserve, 7301 River Road, Hanover, VA
More about Beyond Boundaries...
Beyond Boundaries is excited to keep growing our impact! We started 9 years ago running 2 rafting trips and working with 15 people. This year we will facilitate over 300 trips and work with 2,500 people! New programs are on the horizon and we are always looking for volunteers.
So stay tuned, follow us on Instagram and Facebook, and join us at the Bonfire Gala to support our mission and learn more.
Use code HEREXBB for $10 off per ticket for Here.Weekly subscribers!
