Welcome is a census-designated place in Davidson County, North Carolina, and is nationally known as the home of Richard Childress Racing. Richard Childress Racing is a successful racing organization that has been in operation since 1969. They have earned over 200 victories and 16 championships in NASCAR, including six in the Cup Series with Dale Earnhardt and three Daytona 500 races with Earnhardt, Kevin Harvick, and Austin Dillon. The team has also fielded cars for several notable drivers, including Jeff Burton, Ryan Newman, and Clint Bowyer. RCR was the first organization to win championships in all three of NASCAR's top series. They have a longstanding use of the number 3 on their primary race car and have had at least one car qualify for every Cup race since 1972.
The museum has a vast collection of race cars and artifacts, including the largest collection of No. 3 Goodwrench Chevrolets. Visitors can explore the old race shop and learn how the RCR crew developed, built, and prepared Chevrolets each week. The museum also features RCR's championship efforts in the NASCAR Xfinity, Gander Outdoors Truck Series, and ARCA Racing Series.
Welcome is also known for its outdoor activities. Lake Thom-A-Lex Park is a great destination for families, outdoor enthusiasts, and anyone looking to enjoy the great outdoors. The scenic park is situated on High Rock Lake's shores, a popular boating, fishing, and water sports destination. The park features a variety of amenities, including picnic shelters, playgrounds, hiking, biking trails, and a public beach area. Visitors can rent kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards to explore the lake. Additionally, the park hosts outdoor concerts, holiday celebrations, and fishing tournaments.
The Welcome Athletic Complex is a public sports facility with soccer, baseball, and softball fields, basketball courts, playgrounds, walking trails, and picnic areas. It hosts sports leagues and events throughout the year and is open for visitors to reserve fields for private events or tournaments. In conjunction with the complex, The Welcome Athletic Booster Club is a non-profit organization that supports student-athletes and athletic programs in the community. Membership is open to support the athletic programs, and the club raises funds through activities and events to provide financial assistance for uniforms, equipment, facility improvements, and other needs.
Enjoy a sunset with your favorite glass of wine. The Weathervane Winery offers a stunning backdrop for weddings and other events. The award-winning, handmade wines can satisfy any palate, from dry to sweet, red to white, and even dessert wines. The tasting room is open from Tuesday to Saturday, 11-5 pm, and Sunday, 1-5 pm. They also offer wine tours, and their knowledgeable staff is eager to share their passion for wine. Attending a wine tasting or tour can deepen your knowledge of wines, including color, flavor, aroma, and food pairings. The Winery hosts entertainment, festivals, and other special events throughout the season, and if you become a Wine Club Member, you can enjoy free admission and special discounts.
As sweet as wine can be, it can attract flies and mosquitoes. If those pests and others like ants and bed bugs have found their way into your Welcome business or home, At Ease Pest Solutions can help. We are the area's most-trusted pest control company, working hard to keep it that way.
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