Lynchburg, VA

High Peak Sportswear has 4 retail shops for VT, UVA, JMU and State of Virginia fans. Our customers rave about our excellent quality and great prices. You will find a wide selection of collegiate gift items and apparel in a pleasant shopping atmosphere. Our retail stores are located in Lynchburg, VA, Blacksburg, VA, Charlottesville, VA, and Roanoke, VA.

High Peak Sportswear was founded in 1989 by Ralph Smith. Mr Smith (a teacher at the time) began producing screenprinted T-shirts in the garage of his brother-in-law, Rodney Taylor, after being unsatisfied with the options that were available. The two gentlemen partnered and a business was formed. The company experienced strong growth over the next decade and today is recognized as a national leader in the production of high quality screenprinted and embroidered garments.

As the business grew, the company moved into larger facilities; finally settling in a 50,000 square foot building on Main Street, in the heart of downtown Lynchburg. In 2000 the building underwent a complete renovation that has made it a jewel in the Lynchburg skyline. The building is now listed on the Virginia and National Register of Historical Places.

All production is done at our Lynchburg facility. We also maintain a sales staff and a retail store servicing the Lynchburg community. In addition to the Lynchburg location, the company operates sales offices & retail stores in Roanoke, Blacksburg & Charlottesville and in June 2004 opened an office in Fredericksburg, VA.

For the past nine years we have been recognized by Impressions Magazine; our industry's leading trade publication, as one of the Top 100 Screenprinting & Embroidery companies in the United States. We take an active role in the communities in which we operate and maintain memberships in numerous business and professional organizations. High Peak Sportswear continues to service the needs of our local communities, as well as providing screenprinting, embroidery, and promotional products to companies/organizations throughout the United States and overseas.

High Peak Sportswear is licensed with Virginia Tech, the University of Virginia, and James Madison University (JMU), as well as the minor league baseball teams; the Lynchburg Hillcats and Salem Avalanche.

IF YOU ARE LOOKING TO BUY OR SELL A HOME IN THE LYNCHBURG OR SURROUNDING COMMUNITIES CHECK OUT MY WEBSITE FOR ALL THE CURRENT LISTINGS OR GIVE ME A CALL AT

(434)832-1100X320

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A portion of every one of my real estate transactions goes to CMN

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CELEBRATED MY TEN YEAR ANNIVERSARY WITH RE/MAX 1ST OLYMPIC MAY OF 2009

CELEBRATED 5 YRS CANCER FREE ON JUNE 26, 2009

The Cottage Still Room

Got it's start in the spring of 1981. This company experienced its humble beginnings as an acquaintance introduced the centuries-old craft of hand-pouring beeswax into tin "tube and funnel" moulds. There was an immediate bonding with the art form of the age-old French processes and the use of that wonderful substance. Aline Bowles felt heart ties with this art form that soon resulted in the formation of the business she now owns and operates. The kindly affection she had for the old techniques experienced early in her exploration has not been diminished over the years. It is her conviction that there is much to be preserved and shared with others of the quality found in hand-producing a product using completely natural raw materials. That is the driving force behind much of what goes on here at The Cottage Stillroom today

Apothecary's Dream	If you are wondering about the use of "Stillroom" in our company name (as the gas company did when we asked them to hook up a service for us) then here is an explanation. In the late 18th and early 19th Century on rural plantations there was a room called a "stillroom" which was set aside for the distillation of herbal essences from their natural sources, the end-product being whatever herbal oil, such as lavender, they raised on the plantation. Some herbs were dried in this room to be used later as teas or tisanes while others were blended as strewing herbs to be placed under rugs to repel fleas and to permeate the room with a fragrant aroma as one entered it. Herbal and floral essences were used to complete perfumes and sachets. Many of these were blended together to make luscious potpourris.
	As for the use of beeswax in candles, it has been considered the ultimate substance for this use for centuries and centuries. The inordinate expense of it has been waived in light of its superior functional qualities. Not only do the candles tend to be dripless in their burning, but the aroma of beeswax as it is heated has a unique way of touching one's soul. Inexplicable, yet undeniable though it may be, this is the experience of most people who have smelled a beeswax candle burning. If you are in the Lynchburg area, we would enjoy a visit with you at our shop (shown below.) Call us, and come on in!

The Battle of Lynchburg Audio Driving Tour

An enjoyable and educational driving tour facilitated by CD and narrated by renowned Civil War authority James Robertson, Jr. The route encompasses eight sites critical to the events of June 17-18, 1864, each hosting informative historic and interpretive markers. Tapes or CDs and maps for the tour are available at the Lynchburg Vistors center

IF YOU ARE LOOKING TO BUY OR SELL A HOME IN THE LYNCHBURG OR SURROUNDING COMMUNITIES CHECK OUT MY WEBSITE FOR ALL THE CURRENT LISTINGS OR GIVE ME A CALL AT

(434)832-1100X320

IMPORTANT LINKS

MY WEBSITE

www.patprestonrealtor.com

CLICK ON THE LINKS BELOW TO FEED A HUNGRY FURBABY

CLICK ON THE BREAST CANCER SITE TO DONATE A MAMMOGRAM

http://www.theanimalrescuesite.com/

www.petfinder.com

www.breastcancersite.com

Proud supporter of

CMN and Susan G. Komen as well as the SPCA.

A portion of every one of my real estate transactions goes to CMN

PROUD MEMBER OF THE LYNCHBURG MLS AND DANVILLE MLS

PROUD MEMBER OF CREA

CELEBRATED MY TEN YEAR ANNIVERSARY WITH RE/MAX 1ST OLYMPIC MAY OF 2009

CELEBRATED 5 YRS CANCER FREE ON JUNE 26, 2009

Blackwater Creek Natural Area

Eight miles of hiking and biking trails following the creek through the city. Within the 300 acre natural area is the 155-acre Ruskin Freer Nature Preserve, a plant and animal sanctuary. Maps and additional information available at the Visitor Information Center. For guided tours, special hikes and detailed information, call the Parks and Recreation Department. Local: (434) 847-1640 Toll-Free: (800) 732-5821

Blackwater Creek Trail

This beautiful trail, part of the larger James River Heritage Trail System, provides miles of paved and earthen-packed trails to navigate. Segments of the trail include a waterfall, an abandoned railroad tunnel, a bridge over the James River onto Percival's Island and other breathtaking scenery. Perfect for bicycling, skating, walking, and running activities. Call-434-847-1640.

Hollins Mill Park

The park includes trail access to the Blackwater Creek Bikeway and Point of Honor Trail sections of the James River Heritage Trail System. Handicap accessible picnic facilities with tables and grills. Streamside fishing is allowed and parking is available on site. (3 acres)

James River Heritage Trail

Making use of an abandoned railroad bed, this scenic trail leaves Lynchburg's Blackwater Creek Trail section (across Percival's Island), crosses the James River and ventures into Amherst County. The blacktop trail for hikers and bikers currently extends another 1.5 miles along the picturesque James River .

Liberty Mountain Trail System The trail system consists of 65 miles of single and double track trails spanning approximately 5,000 acres. The mountain rises of over 1,360 feet and offers cross country and gravity fed trails for both hiking and mountain biking. Directional and safety signage, and map kiosks provide easy navigation for trail users.

The trail system is open to the public during daylight hours.

Peaks View Park

The park has two playground areas, three lighted tennis courts, seven multi-purpose fields used for soccer, football, softball and baseball, volleyball courts, one basketball court, wooded area, passive areas, walking trails, exercise/jogging course, two pavilions, a frisbee disc golf course, a concession stand and the Ivy Creek Interpretive Loop Trail. Ardmore Drive & Tenbury Drive. Access

Percival's Island Natural Area

The island is approximately one and one-half miles long and is Lynchburg's newest park. The old railroad bed is now a paved, maintained hiking/biking trail that traverses the length of the island. The park is maintained in its natural state as a haven for plants and animals. The are many spots where the James River is accessible and fishing is permitted in accordance with State of Virginia

IF YOU ARE LOOKING TO BUY OR SELL A HOME IN THE LYNCHBURG OR SURROUNDING COMMUNITIES CHECK OUT MY WEBSITE FOR ALL THE CURRENT LISTINGS OR GIVE ME A CALL AT

(434)832-1100X320

IMPORTANT LINKS

MY WEBSITE

www.patprestonrealtor.com

CLICK ON THE LINKS BELOW TO FEED A HUNGRY FURBABY

CLICK ON THE BREAST CANCER SITE TO DONATE A MAMMOGRAM

http://www.theanimalrescuesite.com/

www.petfinder.com

www.breastcancersite.com

Proud supporter of

CMN and Susan G. Komen as well as the SPCA.

A portion of every one of my real estate transactions goes to CMN

PROUD MEMBER OF THE LYNCHBURG MLS AND DANVILLE MLS

PROUD MEMBER OF CREA

CELEBRATED MY TEN YEAR ANNIVERSARY WITH RE/MAX 1ST OLYMPIC MAY OF 2009

CELEBRATED 5 YRS CANCER FREE ON JUNE 26, 2009

More good news!

Note on the graph the number of home sales increased about 25% in one month and has been up every month since Jan. 09, months of inventory is has been down every month since Jan. 09. Only the number of days on the market increase slightly since last month.

Average sales prices are also up to $178, 178 and have been up every month since Jan. 09.

We are going in the right direction but are significantly down in all catagories from from home sales of two years ago.