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sports & reCreation C & o CAnAl nAtionAl historiC pArk 1850 Dual Highway Ste. 100 · lUCky strike lAnes 701 7th St. NW · There’s more rivalry in DC than what you read about on Capitol Hill. Visitors and locals alike gather to cheer on the Redskins, Wizards, Nationals, Capitals, Mystics and the DC United. If you’d rather participate in sports than watch, you’ll also find an inviting network of trails, bicycle rentals and water recreation activities. tidAl BAsin pedAl BoAts Hagerstown, MD · (301) 739-4200 · nps.gov/choh · The Chesapeake & Ohio Canal stretches 184.5 miles from Georgetown to Cumberland, MD. Mule-drawn boat trips available (April-Oct.). Wide towpaths open to bikers, joggers and hikers. The main entrance, visitor center and coach parking at Great Falls (MD). Admission: $5 per car. Contact park for additional fee admissions. Price can vary. Visitor Center open Wed. – Sun. 9:30 am – 4:30 pm. Cross Creek golF ClUB Washington, DC · (202) 347-1340 · bowlluckystrike.com · Lucky Strike Lanes is a Hollywood-based entertainment company that showcases a sophisticated night on the town in which bowling on state-of-the art lanes combines with gourmet dining and innovative cocktails in a plush upscale venue. Metro: Gallery Pl-Chinatown. MoUnt vernon trAil Turkey Run Park · Ohio Dr. & Tidal Basin NW · Washington, DC · (202) 484-0206 · Enjoy this unique activity in the shadow of the Jefferson Memorial. Individual and group rentals available, Mar.Sept., 10 am - 6 pm daily. Metro: Smithsonian. verizon Center 601 F St. NW · 12800 Bay Hill Dr. · Beltsville, MD · (301) 595-8901 · crosscreekgolfclub.net · Conveniently located in the heart of the Baltimore/ Washington corridor, Cross Creek Golf Club is the Mid-Atlantic’s newest, and most complete 18-hole championship layout. We offer flexible and affordable outing packages, including shotgun starts for groups ranging from 20-144 players. dC United soCCer – MAJor leAgUe soCCer McLean, VA · (703) 285-2598 · The 18.5-mile trail winds along the Virginia side of the Potomac River between Theodore Roosevelt Island and George Washington’s home at Mount Vernon, with scenic view of Old Town Alexandria and the alluring Dyke Marsh along the way. The trail has only 3 hills from start to finish. 9th & Constitution Ave. NW · Washington, DC · (202) 289-3360 · Outdoor Ice Rink operated by Guest Services. Open during winter season weather permitting. Metro: Archives-Navy Memorial-Penn Quarter. renditions golF CoUrse Washington, DC · (202) 628-3200 · verizoncenter.com · Verizon Center, the stateof-the-art sports and entertainment complex is home to the NBA’s Washington Wizards, the NHL’s Washington Capitals, the WNBA’s Washington Mystics & the Georgetown Hoyas Men’s Basketball team. Experience over 220 annual world class sporting events, concerts & family shows in the heart of DC. Metro: Gallery Pl-Chinatown. WAshington CApitAls Verizon Center · nAtionAl sCUlptUre gArden rink 2400 E. Capitol St. SE · Washington, DC · (202) 587-5459 · dcunited.com · A major league soccer franchise, with games at RFK Stadium. Can accommodate groups (executive, youth, corporate) with group sales program. Ticket prices range from $13 to $40; special pricing for season ticket packages and groups. Call (202) 587-5459 for more details. Metro: Stadium-Armory. dUlles golF Center & sports pArk, llC 21593 Jesse Ct. · Dulles, VA · 601 F St. NW · Washington, DC · (202) 266-2277 · washingtoncaps.com · NHL action at its finest. Season runs from Oct. Apr. Ticket prices are $10-$84. Great group outings available. Call 202-266-2277 for more info! Metro: Gallery Pl-Chinatown. WAshington internAtionAl horse shoW 16063 Comprint Cir. · 1380 West Central Ave. · Davidsonville, MD · (410) 798-9798 · renditionsgolf.com · Renditions salutes the great championships, champions and courses of golf’s “Grand Slam”. Each of Renditions 18 holes is a replica of a hole from a golf course that has hosted one or more of golf’s four major championships. roCk Creek golF CoUrse (703) 929-3707 · dullesgolf.com · Named among the Top 100 Golf Ranges in North America by Golf Range Magazine! Featuring a total family recreation center and golf practice facility open year round, premium golf range, 18 hole miniature golf, batting cages, and white sand beach volleyball courts. Home of the Chuck Will Golf Academy and the perfect place for your company picnic, or event. eAst potoMAC pArk golF CoUrse 1600 Rittenhouse St. NW · Washington, DC · (202) 882-7332 · (202) 723-8499 · Open daily, 6:30am until dusk Rock Creek’s short layout has par 3’s and 4’s. The front nine consists of short par 4’s and medium to long par 3’s. Call for pricing and further information. roCk Creek pArk Gaithersburg, MD · (301) 987-9400 · wihs.org · The Washington International Horse Show has been one of the country’s top equestrian events since 1958. Held each October at Verizon Center, it features leading riders, Olympic veterans and superstar horses plus entertaining exhibitions and educational events. Metro: Gallery Pl-Chinatown. WAshington MystiCs Verizon Center · Ohio Dr. at Hains Point · Washington, DC · (202) 554-7660 · For information on miniature golf, call (202) 488-8087. espn zone 555 12th St. NW · 3545 Williamsburg Ln. NW · Washington, DC · (202) 895-6000 · nps.gov/rocr · A rustic expanse of 1,754-acres surrounding Rock Creek and extending north to the District line. Includes Pierce Mill, Art Barn gallery, nature center, riding stables, tennis courts, a golf course, 30 picnic areas, playing fields and an extensive network of trails for walking, jogging and cycling. roCk Creek pArk horse Centre 601 F St. NW · Washington, DC · (202) 266-2200 · washingtonmystics.com · The Washington Mystics are a WNBA team that plays at the Verizon Center. The team plays throughout the summer and offers sporting entertainment for everyone. Metro: Gallery Pl-Chinatown. WAshington nAtionAls Washington, DC · (202) 783-3776 · espnzone.com · ESPN Zone is a dining and entertainment mecca for sports lovers. Enjoy a taste of ESPN, with 200 televisions, expertly prepared American food, over-the-top service, and more than 10,000 square feet of interactive games and attractions. Metro: Metro Center. FedexField 1600 FedEx Way · 1600 FedEx Way · Landover, MD · (301) 276-6731 · redskins.com/events · FedExField, home of the Washington Redskins is a year-round venue perfect for all corporate events. Located only eight miles from downtown DC, FedExField has space for 30-5,000 people. Exclusive tours of the Redskins’ Locker Room are available and parking is free. Metro: Morgan Boulevard. See & Do george WAshington CArver nAtUre trAil 1901 Fort Pl. SE · 5100 Glover Rd. NW · Washington, DC · (202) 362-0117 · rockcreekhorsecenter.com · Operated by Guest Services, Inc. Open 6 days a week, trail rides available 5 days a week. Tues. - Fri. 12 pm-6 pm, Sat. & Sun. 9 am–5 pm. Closed Mondays, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. Rock Creek Park Horse Center is duty authorized concession of Rock Creek Park. roCk Creek tennis Center 1500 S. Capitol St. SE · Washington, DC · (202) 675-6287 · nationals.com · Major League Baseball team. Season runs April - October. Register online for FREE official e-mail newsletters, ticket information and more. Metro: Navy Yard. WAshington sAiling MArinA 1 Marina Dr. · Alexandria, VA · (703) 548-9027 · washingtonsailingmarina.com · Sunfish, Windsurfers and Daysailers for rent, Apr.-Oct., 9 am - 6 pm daily. Lessons available. Also, allterrain and 15-speed bike rentals. WAshington WizArds Verizon Center · 16th & Kennedy Sts. NW · Washington, DC · (202) 722-5949 · A tennis facility operated by Guest Services, Inc., and authorized for concession by the National Park Service. Open daily 7 am until 11 pm. thoMpson BoAt Center 601 F St. NW · Washington, DC · (202) 661-5050 · washingtonwizards.com · NBA action at its best: 41 home games played at the Verizon Center. Season runs Nov.-Apr. Tickets: $10 - $120. Metro: Gallery Pl-Chinatown. West potoMAC pArk pAddle BoAts 15th St. & Maine Ave. SW · Washington, DC · (202) 633-1000 · A tribute to Carver’s fervent wish to preserve nature. Metro: Anacostia. 2900 Virginia Ave. NW · Washington, DC · (202) 333-9543 · (800) 654-6308 · guestservices.com · Canoes, rowing shells and kayaks for rent, May-Oct., 7 am - 7 pm daily. Group lessons available. Also, all-terrain and cruiser bike rentals. Metro: Foggy Bottom-GWU. Washington, DC · (202) 479-2426 · Enjoy paddle boating Mar. - Sep. on the beautiful Tidal Basin. Boat rental daily 10 am - 6 pm. Metro: Smithsonian. http://www.bowlluckystrike.com http://www.nps.gov/choh http://www.verizoncenter.com http://www.crosscreekgolfclub.net http://www.washingtoncaps.com http://www.dcunited.com http://www.renditionsgolf.com http://www.wihs.org http://www.dullesgolf.com http://www.washingtonmystics.com http://www.nps.gov/rocr http://www.nationals.com http://www.espnzone.com http://www.rockcreekhorsecenter.com http://www.washingtonsailingmarina.com http://www.redskins.com/events http://www.washingtonwizards.com http://www.guestservices.com

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Washington, D.C. Visitors Guide - Winter/Spring 2008 Welcome Contents Take Me Out to the Ballgame Vistor 411 Springtime Blooms with the National Cherry Blossom Festival Calendar of Events Transportation Getting Here Regularly Scheduled Tours Neighborhoods See & Do Smithsonian New at the Smithsonian Attractions Sports & Recreation Performing Arts Restaurants & Nightlife Restaurants Official Dining Guide Like a Local Nightlife DC Shopping: District by District Shopping, Health & Beauty Shopping Health & Beauty Accommodations DC Accommodations B&Bs Exploring International DC Fun in the Sun: Dive in to a Hotel Pool Maryland Accommodations Virginia Accommodations

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