Fredericksburg Fall

Fredericksburg, Va., September 10, 2008) - Experience fall in the Fredericksburg area and soak in the timeless beauty of American history, festivals and events and arts and culture amidst the rich, bold colors of changing leaves and crisp autumn air. Tee-off on award winning golf courses, explore Mediterranean-style wineries and enjoy the excitement of a fall festival. The following story ideas are centered around the Fredericksburg area's fall events and travel options. Fairways and Forefathers: Enjoy golf on any one of the Fredericksburg area's award-winning golf courses, many of which are situated on former Civil War battlefields. Lee's Hill Golf Club rests on the property where Robert E. Lee and his troops spent a long, grueling winter in 1862. Cannon Ridge Golf Course features historic cannon emplacements scattered throughout the second toughest public golf course in Virginia. With mild temperatures and nearby accommodations, the Fredericksburg area is an ideal location for year-round golf. Fredericksburg Area Fall Festivals: Celebrate the season with exciting fall festivals and events. Groove to the sounds of an authentic Oompa band during the annual Oktoberfest. From September 26 -28, sips the sudsy flavors of ale from the Blue & Grey Brewing Company - Fred Red Ale, Blue & Gray Classic Lager, Falmouth Pale Ale and Stonewall Stout. Hop on a hayride, warm up by the bonfire or set out on a search for the Great Pumpkin at Belvedere Plantation's Harvest Festival held September 27 - November 2. For more information, visit www.belvedereplantation.com Savor Virginia Wines at Fredericksburg Area Wineries: The Fredericksburg area is home to award-winning wineries that produce lush, flavorful vintages sure to please the most selective connoisseur Potomac Point Winery in Stafford, Virginia, now in its second year of operation, is a sprawling Mediterranean-style winery producing vintages including La Belle Vie, Traminette, Norton and Cabernet Franc. On September 28, join in the tradition of grape stomping, wine tastings, production tours and live music at the annual Harvest Festival We All Scream for Ice Cream: Speedy service, a vintage facility and the creamiest, most flavorful ice cream around define one of the Fredericksburg area's most valuable gems - Carl's Ice Cream. Each November, Carl's says "so long" for another season, and visitors flock to the 1940's art deco ice cream shop for one last fix for their sweet tooth. Three flavors, vanilla, chocolate and strawberry, are churned in 120-gallon Electro-Freeze ice cream machines. Discover what has been making Fredericksburg so sweet for more than 50 years. Carl's is open seasonally from February through November Step into Timeless American History: Discover the roots of American history with a walk through historic downtown Fredericksburg, Stafford or Spotsylvania Country. Walk the Civil War trails, listen for the echos of conflict on now silent battlefields, poke through a museum or explore the homes of our nation's first leaders and their families. The Fredericksburg area boasts an impressive history - from the boyhood home of our country's first president to a sprawling mansion once utilized as the Union headquarters and Civil War hospital. History comes alive in Fredericksburg The Fredericksburg Area, which includes the city of Fredericksburg and the counties of Spotsylvania and Stafford, is a classic blend of modern life with small town charm. The area is conveniently located along I-95, between Washington and Richmond and is unlike any other in America. The city of Fredericksburg features a variety of chef-owned restaurants, numerous art galleries, a wide range of specialty shops, and one of America's most authentic, historic downtowns. Stafford is host to George Washington's boyhood home, Ferry Farm and Belmont, the residence of famous artist Gari Melchers. Spotsylvania is not only the site of 4,400 acres of Civil War battlefields; it is also boasts the beautiful Lake Anna Winery. The Fredericksburg Area rests on the banks of the picturesque, pristine Rappahannock River. For more information, visit www.VisitFred.com
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