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Cavitts Creek Park Campground

Cavitts Creek Park Campground is located in Tazewell County, Virginia.  We can meet all of your camping needs from tents to RV's, primitive camping, and full bath house accessibility.  Also available is a shelter for all of your day camp family gatherings, parties, or just some time away from the hustle and bustle of work.  Cavitts Creek Park Campground offers a quite, breathtaking retreat for fun and relaxation.  You can spend the day relaxing, fishing, walking through on the trails adjacent to your campsite,  or just a day allowing the kids to run and play on the playground. While enjoying your camp fire, if you find that you have forgotten your marshmallows, the Town of Tazewell is only a few minutes drive away.

Contact our friendly staff at (276) 988-7250 or Email for reservation information.

 

Location:

Cavitts Creek Park is located in Tazewell County, Virginia.  To get here  from I-77, take the Bluefield exit and turn onto Rte 52 South to Rte 19 S/460 W.  Travel approximately 15 miles toward the Town of Tazewell.  Take the second Tazewell exit, turn left onto Lake Witten Rd. and go approximately 2 miles, turn right onto Recreation Rd.  Go Approximately 1/2 mile and your camping adventure awaits.
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Amenities :

Primitive camping - flat camping sites, water hook ups
RV Sites - flat camping sites, water and electric hook ups
Bathhouse- 2 full service houses with showers
Playground- Large child friendly playground
Boat Rental- pedal boats and "john" boats
Boat Ramp- 2 boat ramps for electric motor driven boats
Picnic Shelters- 6 large covered picnic areas

Fishing :

Largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, sunfish, catfish, stocked trout, and walleyes plus numerous other species.  You must have a Virginia license.  A trout stamp is required between October 1 to June 15 to fish.  To purchase a license go to Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries .

Prices :

$5.00 per night per tent
$7.00 per night for primitive RV site
$15.00 per night for full service RV site
Contact staff for weekly rates or group rates

Rules:

No Camping without registration
No Alcohol or Firearms
No Fishing without a Virginia State License
No Open campfires except in designated locations
Quiet Hours are from 11pm to 7am
No Dumping of trash except in designated area
No Swimming
No gasoline powered boats (electric motors only)

Tazewell County Job Opportunities:

Diesel Mechanic

Tazewell County is seeking qualified applicants for the position of diesel mechanic to repair and maintain county vehicles and heavy equipment.  May assist other mechanics in performance of duties or work independently.   Must obtain any certifications necessary for the performance of their duties.  High school diploma with advanced vocational training in diesel repair and three years experience is preferred.  Salary $24,000.  Send application to Diesel Mechanic’s Position, Personnel Office, 108 E. Main St., Tazewell, VA  24651.  Applications available Click Here. Applications will be accepted until September 17, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. or until position is filled.  EOE

ANIMAL/LITTER CONTROL OFFICER (PART & FULL TIME)

ANIMAL/LITTER CONTROL OFFICER- Performs duties relating to animal and litter control in Tazewell County.  Must have a high school education, be 21 years of age posses a valid Virginia driver’s license, and complete any training necessary to be a Court appointed Special Conservator of the Peace.  Salary dependent on qualifications.  Qualified applicants should send application or resume to Animal/Litter Control Position, Personnel Office, 108 E. Main St., Tazewell, VA  24651.  Applications available Click Here. Application will be accepted until July 30, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. or until position is filled.  EOE

Workforce Services Representative

Tazewell County is seeking part time Workforce Services Representative to perform assessment, orientation and customer focused services to include training for the improvement of skills in the areas of computer skills; web navigation; email; resume writing; interview preparation; networking and job search strategies and tools.  Knowledge of employer recruitment procedures; experience preparing and coaching applicants in job search strategies; extensive knowledge of web based job search, resume preparation and on-line career search.  Extensive knowledge of community and educational services available and experience in referral practices and procedures.   Experienced in group and individualized training. Must possess excellent organization, computer and customer service skills.  Prefer experience in an employment services program or career advisement position. High school graduate with considerable related experience and “other” related training or education.  Qualified applicants should send application or resume to Workforce Services Representative Position, Personnel Office, 108 E. Main St., Tazewell, VA  24651.  Applications available Click Here.  Application will be accepted until July 30, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. or until position is filled.  EOE.

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