Enjoy a large selection of Baby Gear Rentals.

Available Year Round

BabyQuip: Baby Equipment Rentals

Gone are the days of packing and hauling your baby’s entire nursery when you go on vacation. Order everything online ahead of your trip and BabyQuip will hand-deliver it to you at your destination. You will also have the peace-of-mind to know that a baby gear expert is nearby should something come up during your stay. All the gear you need will be ready and waiting for you at your destination!

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What you need to know
  • Rent all of your baby gear here and receive $20 off orders of $150 or more
  • Make reservations well in advance.
  • Rental period is a 3-day minimum.
  • Baby gear is delivered to your rental door.
  • All baby equipment is cleaned and sanitized.
Pricing
  • Receive $20 off orders of $150 or more when you book through Xplorie.

Delivery Service Only


Arrow Heads

Available Year Round

Doc’s Rocks Gem Mine: Arrow Heads

Doc Rock’s Gem Mine is a family-owned and operated business, run by true rock-hounds and geology enthusiasts! You will sift through a bucket of soil to search for arrow heads. With every sift you will search through the soil for long lost treasure. After you find your arrow heads, chat with one of the trained geology specialists who will teach you about your finds!

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What you need to know
  • Hours of Operation:
    • November through Memorial Day: 9:30a to 5p closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays
    • After Memorial day through October: 9:30a to 5p open daily
  • Fun for all ages!
  • Present your Xplorie email confirmation upon arrival to redeem your order.
Pricing
  • Arrow Head Dig Bag: $10

Cyber Strike VR Laser Tag

Available Year Round

Doc’s Rocks Gem Mine: Cyber Strike VR Laser Tag

Try out the newest attraction at Doc’s Rocks Gem Mine! Cyber Strike Virtual Reality Laser Tag is an exciting game where you can fight your friends and family or fight bots and zombies in the VR world! Immerse yourself in graphics and realistic sound effects that blur the realm between digital and reality. Gear up and prepare for an epic adventure unlike anything you’ve ever experienced!

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What you need to know
  • Hours of Operation:
    • November through Memorial Day: 9:30a to 5p closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays
    • After Memorial day through October: 9:30a to 5p open daily
  • Cyber Strike is VR Laser Tag where you fight your friends & family OR fight Bots & Zombies in a VR world.
  • Our newest attraction at Doc’s Rocks.
  • Great for teens!
  • Present your Xplorie email confirmation upon arrival to redeem your order.
Pricing
  • Per Person: $17

Fossil Dig Bags

Available Year Round

Doc’s Rocks Gem Mine: Fossil Dig Bags

Doc Rock’s Gem Mine is a family-owned and operated business, run by true rock-hounds and geology enthusiasts! You will sift through a bucket of soil to search for long lost fossils. After you find your treasure, chat with one of the trained geology specialists who will teach you about your finds! This is a fun and educational experience for all ages!

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What you need to know
  • Hours of Operation:
    • November through Memorial Day: 9:30a to 5p closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays
    • After Memorial day through October: 9:30a to 5p open daily
  • Includes assorted fossils & shark teeth.
  • Also includes educational fossil ID postcard.
  • Take-home collection bag included.
  • Present your Xplorie email confirmation upon arrival to redeem your order.
Pricing
  • Fossil Ore Dig Bag: $18

Nerf Battle Zone Arena

Available Year Round

Doc’s Rocks Gem Mine: Nerf Battle Zone Arena

Welcome to the ultimate battleground of fun and excitement at Doc’s Rocks Gem Mine—the Nerf Battle Zone Arena! Step into a world of thrilling combat and heart-pounding action as you gear up for an adrenaline-fueled adventure unlike any other. Armed with Nerf blasters and foam darts, players will engage in fast-paced battles against friends, family, or fellow adventurers!

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What you need to know
  • Hours of Operation:
    • November through Memorial Day: 9:30a to 5p closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays
    • After Memorial day through October: 9:30a to 5p open daily
  • Team up and fire away at your opponents!
  • 2,000 square feet of fun.
  • Fun for all ages!
  • Present your Xplorie email confirmation upon arrival to redeem your order.
Pricing
  • Per Person: $10

Paleo Putt Putt

Available Year Round

Doc’s Rocks Gem Mine: Paleo Putt Putt

You can put your mini golf skills to the test on the Paleo Putt Putt course at Doc’s Rocks Gem Mine! The Paleo Putt Putt course promises a fun time for all ages, this prehistoric themed mini golf adventure will have you travel back in time. You’ll have a blast testing your skills on this unique course filled with fun twists, turns, and dinosaurs!

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What you need to know
  • Hours of Operation:
    • November through Memorial Day: 9:30a to 5p closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays
    • After Memorial day through October: 9:30a to 5p open daily
  • Enjoy 9 holes of dinosaur-themed mini-golf with some fun twists and some fun dinosaur facts.
  • Mini-golf course is indoors.
  • Present your Xplorie email confirmation upon arrival to redeem your order.
Pricing
  • Paleo Putt Putt (ages 4+): $8 
  • Kids 3 & under: Free

Regional Ore Buckets

Available Year Round

Doc’s Rocks Gem Mine: Regional Ore Buckets

Find your treasure at Doc Rock’s Gem Mine, a family owned and operated business run by geology enthusiasts! Search and sift through a Regional Ore Bucket, where you can find gems and other interesting treasures! After you find your gems, you’ll chat with a specialist who will teach you about your finds. Treasure finding is fun for all ages!

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What you need to know
  • Hours of Operation:
    • November through Memorial Day: 9:30a to 5p closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays
    • After Memorial day through October: 9:30a to 5p open daily
  • The mine ore used in our unseeded bucket is a mix from several different active mines across the United States.
  • It is our goal to always provide the most authentic mine ore available on the market while providing a wide variety of gemstones for your enjoyment.
  • How it works
    • Step 1 – pick up your ore.
    • Step 2 – screen your ore at one of our sluices.
    • Step 3 – take your gems to our ID station to find out what you discovered!
    • Step 4 – Doc’s offers gem cutting services for your finds!
  • Last ore bucket is sold 15 minutes before closing.
  • Take-home collection bag included.
  • Present your Xplorie email confirmation upon arrival to redeem your order.
Pricing
  • Bag of Ore: $10
  • Small Ore Bucket: $20
  • Large Ore Bucket: $40

Tumble Bag

Available Year Round

Doc’s Rocks Gem Mine: Tumble Bag

Uncover hidden treasures at Doc’s Rocks Gem Mine! Each bag is filled with a diverse array of rough gemstones and minerals, waiting to be uncovered by you! From sparkling quartz crystals to colorful amethysts and beyond, every Tumble Bag has something different! With each sift, you’ll separate the sediment from the stones within, revealing a hidden treasure!

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What you need to know
  • Hours of Operation:
    • November through Memorial Day: 9:30a to 5p closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays
    • After Memorial day through October: 9:30a to 5p open daily
  • Includes 1 pound of tumbled stones.
  • Also includes 1/2 pound of rough gemstones.
  • Take-home collection bag included.
  • Present your Xplorie email confirmation upon arrival to redeem your order.
Pricing
  • Tumble Stone Bag: $10

Axe Throwing

Available Year Round

Hero’s Axe Throwing

Hero’s Axe House, is the only premier axe-throwing venue within a 45-mile radius that will give you a unique axe-throwing “axe-perience!” They offer a fun, safe, and sanitized environment with friendly, professional staff to help you every step of the way. All six throwing lanes have projected targets with exciting games and digital scoring. Try Bottle Axe, Tic-Tac-Toe, Duck Hunter, and more!

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What you need to know
  • Your admission includes 15 minutes of instruction and 60 minutes of throwing.
  • Minimum of 2 guests.
  • Each lane can hold up to 6 guests.
  • Hero’s Axe Throwing has invested in safety-designed no-bounce borders and end grain targets for your safety.
  • All who throw axes MUST WEAR SHOES THAT COMPLETELY COVER THEIR TOES. We do not recommend loose clothing, just comfortable clothes. You cannot wear high heels, sandals, or flip-flops.
  • While outside food and non-alcoholic drink is allowed, alcohol is not currently permitted in our establishment; however, Highlanders Tavern is next door.
  • Our minimum age to throw at HERO’S is 10 years old. Individuals age 10 to 17 must have a parent or guardian sign a waiver for them and they must be present when those that are underage are throwing.
  • Fill out waiver by following link provided.
    • Please be sure everyone who signs waiver puts the day of appointment on their waivers, and the name of your party.
  • Arrive 15 minutes early to check in.
  • Use your photo ID upon arrival to check in.
Pricing
  • Axe Throwing (per person, age 10+): $25.50

Ultimate Ticket

Available Year Round

Mystery Hill: Ultimate Ticket

Mystery Hill is the place to go for family fun in the Blue Ridge Mountains. For over 70 years Mystery Hill has perfected fun with both indoor and outdoor attractions that amaze, excite, and inform. With the Daily Ticket, you can experience the Gravitational Anomaly Tour, The Hall of Mystery Hands on Science Activities, Bubblerama, and more! Your experience at Mystery Hill will be unlike any other!

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What you need to know
  • Please dress appropriately for the weather.
  • Kids 3 & under are free with a paid adult admission.
Pricing
  • All ages (4+): $44.95

Canoe Rental

Available April – October

Rivergirl Fishing Co: Canoe Rental

Enjoy a canoeing trip on the ancient New River, a gentle stretch of water that everyone can appreciate. This river is perfect for fire-time canoers and meanders its way through Boone and Todd. Tandem canoes are available so you and your family can take a lovely float back down the river. This is a perfect and relaxing canoeing experience for everyone!

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What you need to know
  • Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled session.
  • Includes life jacket and paddle.
  • Please check in using the name placed with your reservation or using the booking confirmation number emailed to you from Rivergirl Fishing Co.
Pricing
  • 1.5 Hours: $55 
  • 3 Hours: $65 
  • Additional items
    • Water Shoes (all sizes): $2
    • Dry Bag: $2
    • Beverages: $2
    • Freeze-dried Snacks: $6
    • Bagged Snacks: $2
    • Granola Bars: $2

Half Day Bike Rental

Available April – December

Rivergirl Fishing Co: Half Day Bike Rental

You can enjoy kayaking down the ancient New River when you rent a kayak from Rivergirl Fishing Co! The river that flows through Todd is very calm which is great for first-time kayakers! Rivergirl Fishing Co offers the most comfortable recreational kayaks which are perfect for paddling down the river. You will meander down the river and take in the beautiful sights that the Boone area has to offer!

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What you need to know
  • Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled session.
  • Includes helmet.
  • Ask the shop about popular nearby routes.
  • Please check in using the name placed with your reservation or using the booking confirmation number emailed to you from Rivergirl Fishing Co.
Pricing
  • Half-Day (up to 4 Hours): $30 

Kayak Rental

Available April – October

Rivergirl Fishing Co: Kayak Rental

You can enjoy kayaking down the ancient New River when you rent a kayak from Rivergirl Fishing Co! The river that flows through Todd is very calm which is great for first-time kayakers! Rivergirl Fishing Co offers the most comfortable recreational kayaks which are perfect for paddling down the river. You will meander down the river and take in the beautiful sights that the Boone area has to offer!

Call Xplorie to book this activity.

What you need to know
  • Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled session.
  • Includes life jacket and paddle.
  • Please check in using the name placed with your reservation or using the booking confirmation number emailed to you from Rivergirl Fishing Co.
Pricing
  • Single Kayak
    • 1.5 Hours: $40
    • 3 Hours: $50
  • Tandem Kayak
    • 1.5 Hours: $55
    • 3 Hours: $65 
  • Kids Kayak
    • 1.5 Hours: $45
    • 3 Hours: $50
  • Additional items
    • Water Shoes (all sizes): $2
    • Dry Bag: $2
    • Beverages: $2
    • Freeze-dried Snacks: $6
    • Bagged Snacks: $2
    • Granola Bars: $2

Tube Rental

Available April – October

Rivergirl Fishing Co: Tube Rental

Float down the New River in the most relaxing way possible, in a tube! Rivergirl Fishing Co offers the best inner tubes for a great time tubing down the river. Leave your cares at the river’s edge and float down the crystal-clear waters of the peaceful river. Rivergirl offers tubes that feature backrests and cupholders, and also have tubes that have floors and carabiners for kids!

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What you need to know
  • Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled session.
  • Includes life jacket.
  • Our tubes have backrests and cupholders, we also have floored tubes for the little ones and we even put ropes and carabiners on each tube so you can tether those little ones to your own tube!
  • Float takes approximately 3-4 hours.
  • Please check in using the name placed with your reservation or using the booking confirmation number emailed to you from Rivergirl Fishing Co.
Pricing
  • Regular or Large Size Tubes
    • Monday – Thursday: $20
    • Friday – Sunday: $25
  • Additional items
    • Water Shoes (all sizes): $2
    • Dry Bag: $2
    • Beverages: $2
    • Freeze-dried Snacks: $6
    • Bagged Snacks: $2
    • Granola Bars: $2

Climbing Tower Experience

Available Year Round

Rock Dimensions: Climbing Tower

Climbing the tower at Footsloggers is the ideal introduction to the sport of rock climbing. The “Tower to Rock” program combines a tower experience with climbing out on real rock all in a day! Offering staff belays as well as belay classes and certification opportunities for belaying at the tower. Groups of all types and sizes can be accommodated, and birthday parties are especially popular!

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What you need to know
  • Perfect for beginners. Enjoy 3 climbs up the Tower with guidance from an instructor.
  • Groups are limited to 7 people or less.
  • Wear comfortable weather appropriate clothing.
  • Upon arrival let Rock Dimensions know you are from Xplorie. They will request you email them your Xplorie E-tickets at that time.
Pricing
  • 3 Climbs (ages 5+): $24.95

Half-Day Climbing Experience

Available Year Round

Rock Dimensions: Half – Day Climbing

Rock Dimensions guided rock-climbing top-roping programs focus on the skills and unique experience of climbing outdoors on real rock cliffs. Participants will learn necessary safety skills for an outdoor environment, along with terminology, climbing movement, and useful knots. Rock Dimensions trips are fun and engaging, providing a unique and exciting challenge for individuals of all skill levels.

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What you need to know
  • Trips offered in the NC Mountains near Boone, NC.
  • The trip will last 3-4 hours, depending on location.
  • Rock Dimensions operates under a Special Use Permit issued by the U.S. Forest Service for guiding in Pisgah National Forest.
  • Maximum of 10-12 participants, depending on location. Group sizes are limited due to environmental impact concerns and government restrictions, and to allow for maximum participation.
  • What to expect:
    • Instruction in knots, harnesses, communication, belaying and climbing movement.
    • Top-rope climbing on routes ranging from beginner to intermediate.
    • Belaying and backup belaying, depending on age of participants and group size.
    • Rappelling on a vertical face.
  • Rock Dimension provides:
    • Harnesses, Helmets, Ropes, Belay and Rappel devices, Anchoring equipment.
    • Experienced climbing guides and instructors.
  • Pricing depends on group size.
  • Plan to arrive 15 minutes early.
  • Use your photo ID upon arrival to check in.
Pricing
  • 1 person private climb: $200
  • 2 people (per person): $125 
  • 3 people (per person): $95
  • 4 people (per person): $85
  • 5 people (per person): $75
  • 6-10 people (per person): $70

Mountain Bike Rental

Available March – October

White Wolf Lodge: Mountain Bike Rental

Bike up and down the magical trails on Beech Mountain at White Wolf Lodge! Enjoy beautiful views of the Blue Ridge Mountains as you ride down from a peak elevation of 5,506 feet. Ride a new Haro Hardtail mountain bike as you experience the beautiful Sound of Music Trail. White Wolf Lodge provides everything you need for a safe and thrilling ride to remember!

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What you need to know
  • Helmets included for full and half day mountain bike rentals on Beech Mountain.
Pricing
  • Half Day (4 Hour): $39
  • Full Day: $59 

Full Day Ski or Snowboard Rental

Available November – February

White Wolf Lodge: Ski or Snowboard Rental

HIGH DEMAND ITEM – Book as soon as possible to guarantee availability. White Wolf Lodge is your one-stop-shop for ski and snowboard rentals in Beech Mountain, NC. Offering the best brands to choose from like Rossignol, K2, and Salomon, so you can be ready to hit the slopes with the best equipment. Whether you’re a pro or a beginner, courteous and knowledgeable staff will help you get ready for an awesome day on beautiful Beech Mountain.

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What you need to know
  • Ski Rentals include skis, boots & poles.
  • Snowboard Rentals include snowboard, bindings & boots.
  • No half-day rentals are available for Juniors.
  • Ask for helmet rental when picking up your gear.
Pricing

Weekday Rates:

  • Adult Ski Rental Full Day: $20
  • Adult Ski Rental Half Day: $18
  • Junior Ski Rental Full Day: $14
  • Adult Snowboard Rental Full Day: $26
  • Adult Snowboard Rental Half Day: $22
  • Junior Snowboard Rental Full Day: $21

Weekend & Holiday Rates:

  • Adult Ski Rental Full Day: $26
  • Adult Ski Rental Half Day: $21
  • Junior Ski Rental Full Day: $19
  • Adult Snowboard Rental Full Day: $31
  • Adult Snowboard Rental Half Day: $25
  • Junior Snowboard Rental Full Day: $26

Half Day Stand Up Paddle Board Rental

Available March – October

White Wolf Lodge: SUP Rental

Explore the great outdoors and experience stand up paddleboarding (SUP) at scenic Wildcat Lake in Banner Elk, NC, a short ten-minute drive from White Wolf Lodge. Paddle along the beautiful lake and experience the amazing views and wildlife all around. Lifeguards are on duty during park hour for your safety so go enjoy a fun-filled paddleboard rental and endless outdoor possibilities!

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What you need to know
  • Rental includes paddle and life jacket.
Pricing
  • Half Day: $39
  • Full Day: $59