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SEPTEMBER 27, 2023 UCW 11 Best of Fayetteville Best Extreme Activity/Adventure ZipQuest Waterfall & Treetop Adventure Park 533 Carvers Falls Road 910-488-8787 or www.zipquest.com ZipQuest Waterfall & Treetop Adventure Park is the premier zipline adventure facility in North Carolina and one of the best zipline parks in America, according to USA Today. On their property is a massive waterfall that allows incredible views from their ziplines and a treetop adventure park. There are also great facilities and play areas. ZipQuest's facilities are perfect for large groups like church outings and corporate events. Whether you are planning a 150-person corporate retreat or are looking for something fun to do around Fayetteville with your family, ZipQuest is an adven- ture for all ages. ZipQuest is an "aerial adventure unlike anything else in Fayetteville" say owners Russ and Callan Bryan. The amazing zipline experience and the level of care they give to guests is what makes them repeat Best of Fayetteville winners. Each tour is led by two highly trained tour guides who include historical and geographical information about the area. The excellent tour guides take guests on a zipline adventure with views you won't see anywhere else in Fayetteville. Best Golf Course Gates Four Golf & Country Club 6775 Irongate Drive, Hope Mills 910-425-6667 or https://www.gatesfour.com/ More than just a challenging 18-hole championship golf course, the beautiful gated community of Gates Four Golf & Country Club offers members and residents access to many family-friendly amenities that allow them to enjoy a life of leisure close to home. PGA professionals are always available to help with any facet of your game, from planning an infor- mal golf outing to arranging private lessons or a charity golf outing. The 30,000-square-foot clubhouse fea- tures an elegant ballroom, informal grill and a full-service bar. Gates Four has two USTA tennis courts, a beautiful 3,600-square-foot outdoor pavilion home of the Gates Four Summer Concert Series and the 10-acre Rockfish Park, with fitness trail, a toddler play area, swings and a picnic area. Gates Four also hosts the Fayetteville Dinner Theatre and the Cumberland County Golf Championship. There's no doubt it is the best of the best Fayetteville has to offer in golf, leisure living, dining and family fun and entertainment. Best Place to Commune with Nature/ Best Wedding Venue Cape Fear Botanical Garden 536 N. Eastern Boulevard 910-486-0221 or www.capefearbg.org Since 1989, Cape Fear Botanical Garden has been a public gathering place for those who love to enjoy nature. It is a gem in our commu- nity that draws visitors from near and far. With 80 acres, the Garden features specialty gardens, an 1880s Heritage Garden, a Children's Garden, unspoiled areas, and over- looks both the Cape Fear River and Cross Creek. The landscape changes daily, and is a calm, peaceful setting just minutes from Fort Liberty, downtown Fayetteville and I-95. Cape Fear Botanical Garden's Wyatt Visitors Pavilion Complex stands as the top choice for hosting an array of wedding events. From the ceremony to the reception this rental space caters to both intimate gatherings and grand affairs. Cape Fear Botanical Garden creates a picturesque atmosphere for your wedding with its breathtaking scenery and natural charm. You have the option to choose between two stunning venues: the W.C. English Foundation Grand Hall or the Ralph and Linda Huff Orangery. You can also host outdoor ceremonies and celebrations in the garden's stun- ning landscape filled with vibrant plants and wildlife. Notable attractions within the garden include the shaded gardens, the McLaurin Camelia Garden, the Daylily Garden, the Butterf ly Stroll, the Cypress Pond Lawn, and the McCauley Heritage Garden. The Garden is recognized year after year not only because of its beautiful grounds but also because of its engagement with the community. Its annual events include the enchanting Holiday Lights in the Garden, Boo-tanical in the Garden (a Halloween event), art and education workshops and weekly offerings of tai chi and yoga. Best Shooting Range/Best Pawn Shop/Best Place to Buy a Gun Jim's Pawn and Gun Jobbery 4632 Yadkin Road 910-864-2270 or www.jimsgunwarehouse.com Jim's Pawn Shop and Gun Jobbery has been a standard in Fayetteville for decades and has a little bit of something for everyone. The pawn side of the business makes perfect sense. You can stop in and get a television, a stereo, tools and any other electronic equipment at a great price. But that's just a very small part of the business that the Faircloth family has built. Another side of the business is its jewelry business. Jim's has a large selection of upscale jewelry, including gold, precious stones and diamonds. In the case of the jewelry at Jim's, you definitely get what you pay for. The other big draw at Jim's is guns. Rifles, shotguns and handguns all are on sale at Jim's. Not only can you buy guns there, but you can also have fun and improve your shooting skills at the store's indoor range. And, if you are inter- ested in acquiring a concealed carry permit, they host classes on a regular basis.