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We will walk through the grounds and gardens and the trails through the woods, and a bit of Baltimore history. Some is flat, somewhat rocky/ hilly areas, should not be muddy. Rain or shine. If the weather is nice, it's a great place for a picnic after the hike!
Lake, dam and marsh views and a bit of Baltimore history; we will see water and other birds and creatures, mostly forest and the serpentine restoration area. Some is flat, somewhat rocky areas, some may be muddy, minor creek crossing. Optional 2 mile extension to the pink trail around the top of the lake which […]
The flat, scenic hike winds through the woods with gorgeous views of the Chesapeake Bay, with paved and unpaved trails and beach, pond, gardens, aviary and ospreys. Discover this beautiful site at the end of the Pasadena peninsula in Anne Arundel County. Meet at the main parking lot near the welcome center, ranger station and […]
Flat trails through a wonderful mix of woods, wetlands, ponds and meadows on reclaimed farmland with beautiful views in Caves Valley, aviary and nature center. Trails are usually dry. Restrooms at start of hike and along the way. Bring a lunch or snack. Rain or shine! Admission is $5/person. We will meet near the nature […]
Lake, dam and marsh views and a bit of Baltimore history; we will see water and other birds and creatures, mostly forest and the serpentine restoration area. Some is flat, somewhat rocky areas, some may be muddy, minor creek crossing. Optional 2 mile extension to the pink trail around the top of the lake which […]
We will walk through the grounds and gardens and the trails through the woods, and a bit of Baltimore history. Some is flat, somewhat rocky/ hilly areas, should not be muddy. Rain or shine, restrooms available. If we are lucky the fields and woods should be full of daffodils and we may see early signs […]
Wooded and paved trails, mostly flat, beautiful manicured gardens (including Aquatic Garden, Butterfly Garden, Rose Garden, Japanese Style Garden, and sculptures) and a nice pond and natural area in the Regional Park. We will meet at the entrance to the Brookside Gardens Visitors Center (restrooms available). (Also an easy short walk from the Glenmont Metro […]
https://www.usna.usda.gov. We will walk the full grounds and woods and visit pretty much all the areas that are open including azaleas, dogwoods, fern valley, conifers, magnolias, perennials, and Asian collections, and a short walk along the Anacostia. Flexible hike if you want to do fewer miles. Mild hills, paved and manicured trails. Save time at […]
The bike is flat along a beautiful and well-manicured section of the C&O canal along the Potomac with several locks and other features to see along the way. The hike climbs to the very peak of historic Maryland Heights and the ruins of Civil War gun emplacements – the Stone Fort. There are no stream […]
Mostly flat trails through a wonderful mix of woods, wetlands, ponds and meadows on reclaimed farmland with beautiful views in Caves Valley; aviary, nature center and native plant garden. Flexible hike if you want fewer miles. Restrooms at start of hike and along the way. Bring a snack; rain or shine! Admission is $5/person at […]
We will do an out-and-back of part of the Roller Coaster section of the Appalachian Trail starting at the parking lot south of US 7 off of SR 601 and take the access trail to the AT south. We will stop for a beautiful view from Bears Den about a mile in where if we […]
The flat, scenic hike winds through the woods with gorgeous views of the Chesapeake Bay, with paved and unpaved trails and beach, pond, gardens, aviary and ospreys. Discover this beautiful site at the end of the Pasadena peninsula in Anne Arundel County. Meet at the main parking lot near the welcome center, ranger station and […]
Wooded and paved trails, beautiful manicured gardens (including Aquatic Garden, Butterfly Garden, Rose Garden, Japanese Style Garden with cherry blossoms, and sculptures) and a nice pond and natural area in the Park. We will meet at the entrance to the Brookside Gardens Visitors Center (restrooms available). (Also an easy short walk from the Glenmont Metro […]
https://www.usna.usda.gov. We will walk the full grounds and woods and visit pretty much all the areas that are open including azaleas, dogwoods, fern valley, conifers, magnolias, perennials, Asian collections, and National Capitol Columns, see how many of the State Trees we can find, and a short walk along the Anacostia. Flexible hike if you want […]
This “1st Saturday of the Month” Appalachian Trail hike for HAM Has-beens and Wannabes offers an out-and-back, self-paced hike targeting a moving pace average (MPA) approaching 3.0 mph or better over 15 to 20+ miles. The hike has intermediate “distance/ascent” targets, so you can both track how far/fast you have walked and test/develop your pace […]
Due to the MCM picnic being on the first Saturday in June, this hike will take place on the second Saturday. This “2nd Saturday of the Month” Appalachian Trail hike offers an out-and-back, self-paced hike targeting a moving pace average of 3.0 mph or better over 15 to 20+ miles. The hike has intermediate “distance/ascent” […]
Starting from the Brookside Gardens Visitors Center, we will briefly stop to smell the summer roses, then take the Northwest Branch Trail along the Northwest Branch of the Anacostia River to the Fall Line Trail for lunch, returning on the Rachel Carson Greenway Trail, where she wrote Silent Spring. Elevation gain approximately 500 feet, minor […]
A wonderful mix of woods, wetlands, and meadows on reclaimed farmland with beautiful views in Caves Valley; aviary, nature center and native plant garden. Mostly grassy paths and flat, may be a little wet. Flexible hike if you want fewer miles. Restrooms at start of hike and along the way. Bring a snack if you […]
Lake, dam and marsh views and a bit of Baltimore history; we will see water and other birds and creatures, mostly forest and the serpentine restoration area where we can have a snack break. Some is flat, some rocky and hilly areas, some may be muddy, likely minor creek crossing. Optional 2 mile extension to […]
There are many beautiful trails and meadows, including along Antietam Creek, along with historical markers and monuments commemorating this pivotal Civil War battle. We will be hiking rather than stopping to read the signs, but feel free to stay afterwards to drive or bike to more sights. Bring your National Parks Pass if you have […]
