34 miles, 1800 feet elevation. Suitable for Intermediate and Advanced Riders. Gently rolling hills with a few good climbs.

We found that the best way to do this route is to include a brewery! This ride will explore the far reaches of Montgomery County's farmland and green space and take us into Howard County’s preserved farmland. The route is on gently rolling hills and mostly low-traffic roads with a few climbs for good measure. This ride has fantastic scenery and beautiful vistas of big open sky, farms and orchards. We begin and end at Waredaca Brewing Company where we’ll relax outside and enjoy the refreshments after the ride.

After you complete your registration, you will receive a confirmation email with additional event details and start location.

There is limited space, so please register early. Although this ride is FREE for Members, you do need to register. 

5.5 miles. Suitable intermediate to advanced hikers.

Nestled in the heart of Virginia's Piedmont, Sky Meadows offers sweeping views of pastoral farms, charming vineyards, and rolling hills that stretch toward the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Whether you're hiking under a canopy of fiery foliage or pausing at a scenic overlook, each trail invites you to slow down, breathe deeply, and connect with nature's seasonal splendor. 

We utilize several trails, including the Appalachian Trail, to loop together 5.5 miles as we traverse forests, meadows, and ridgelines. We have a nice warm up before we start our one and only climb of about 1,000 feet. Good to get it out of the way and begin a wonderful journey through a tapestry of golden meadows and vibrant woodlands as autumn paints the landscape in rich hues.

As with all WWO hikes, there will be a leader and a sweep, and no one will be left behind.

After you complete your registration, you will receive a confirmation email with additional event details and start location.

There is limited space, so please register early. Although this hike is FREE for Premium Members, you do need to register. 

The Board of Directors is the governing body of WWO with the responsibility of overseeing all activities.  WWO members are invited to join the meeting.

Board members meet quarterly to discuss policy and to focus on the mission, strategy and goals of WWO in an effort to better serve our members and trip participants. These quarterly-scheduled meetings are open to WWO members and we encourage members to participate!  We invite you to come observe our meetings, particularly if you have always wanted to get more involved with WWO but didn't know where to start.

The meeting will be held on Zoom.  You need to register to receive meeting instructions.  Only registered WWO members can join the meeting, and we ask that you not share the meeting link with others. 

Join the WWO Virtual Book Club & Social!  Offered virtually so all can join, we gather quarterly to socialize and discuss a book around the theme of women in the outdoors. 

“In 2018, amateur cyclist Jenny Graham left family and friends behind in Scotland to become the fastest woman to cycle around the world. Alone and unsupported, she crossed the finish line at the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin four months later, smashing the female record by nearly three weeks.

With infectious wit and honesty, Jenny brings readers into her remarkable Round the World adventure, as she takes on four continents, 16 countries – and countless cups of coffee. Her journey swerves from terrifying near road collisions in Russia and weather extremes in Australia to breathtaking landscapes in Mongolia and exhilarating wildlife encounters in North America. Tight on time and money, she resorts to fixing her bike on the fly, sleeping on roadsides and often riding through the night to stay on track and complete her mission.

As she battles physical and mental challenges to race against the clock, Jenny gradually opens up to the joy of the adventure and all its daily discoveries. She gives in to her impulse to connect with people, making friends with strangers across the globe and embracing new cultures.

Coffee First, Then the World is her account of a record-breaking ride, and how one woman and a humble bike conquered the world.”

Come join a community of women who share the outdoors in all ways possible!   The Zoom logon information will be provided to you in an email the day before the meeting.  

Although this event is FREE for Members, please register!

 In collaboration with the wonderful ladies at Imagine Well Being, we're delighted to offer an immersive experience that gently harmonizes your mind, body, and spirit guided by forest therapy invitations in the crisp air and the soothing presence of flowing water.

Ease into a relaxed state through a series of forest bathing invitations along the banks of the Potomac River. Enjoy some of the many benefits of forest bathing, such as increased mental clarity and mood, a boost in immune system function, and regulation of heart rate and blood pressure. Then gather around the campfire for forest tea and experience the soothing vibrations and sounds of singing bowls and chimes with guided mindful movement. We will walk a total of 1.5 flat miles along the C&O Canal Towpath.  

As with all WWO hikes, there will be a leader and a sweep, and no one will be left behind.

After you complete your registration, you will receive a confirmation email with additional event details and start location.

There is limited space, so please register early. 

35 miles on flat roads and bike trail. For advanced beginners (who can ride the distance) and above. Suitable for all types of bikes.

One of our most popular rides! Kent Island is the largest island in the Chesapeake Bay and was the location of the first European settlement in Maryland. From its earliest inhabitants (Matapeake Indians) to its present-day status as the gateway to the Eastern Shore, Kent Island has played a vital role in the history of Maryland.

Join WWO for a stunning ride on Kent Island. We will travel on the paved bike path that traverses the island, detouring to see neighborhoods, many beautiful water views, a community fishing pier, and a lighthouse. There are multiple stops to admire the views.  Moderate social pace, with a leader and a sweep, and no one will be left behind.

After you complete your registration, you will receive a confirmation email with additional event details and start location.

There is limited space, so please register early. Although this ride is FREE for Members, you do need to register. 

19 miles mostly on closed roads and paved trails with a few short, steep climbs on residential streets. Suitable for advanced beginners and above on road or hybrid bikes

What a fun ride! (This is a weekday ride but we will also offer this ride on a weekend in early December.) Leaving from Bethesda, we will travel on residential roads, bicycle trails and the now permanently closed-to-traffic roads of Rock Creek Park to arrive at the National Zoo. Once there, we will receive a special tour by our ride leader who also volunteers at the zoo and will provide us with the inside scoop on zoo residents and conservation efforts. We’ll have lunch at the zoo and warm up before heading back to Bethesda along the Capital Crescent Trail. As with all our rides, we will have a leader and sweep, and no one will be left behind.

After completing registration, you will receive a confirmation email with additional event details and start location.

There is limited space, so please register early. Although this ride is FREE for  Members, you do need to register. 

We’ll pass by beautiful farms, creeks and forests, and fantastic old stone walls as we roll through northern Fauquier County, starting in The Plains. We’ll skirt Middleburg but not actually pass through to keep on the quiet gravel roads. 

This is a no- drop ride, with a leader and a sweep and no one will be left behind.

After completing your registration, you will receive a confirmation email with additional event details and start location. If you don't see it, check your junk mail folder.

There is limited space, so please register early. Although this ride is FREE for Members, you do need to register. 

8 miles, 2,100 ft of elevation gain for a rating of 8. Suitable for intermediate to advance hikers. A scenic moderately strenuous hike featuring rivers, waterfalls, forested trails, an historic cabin, and panoramic mountain views.

We begin hiking along the beautiful Rapidan River fast-flowing, clear and dynamic as we make our way upward through dense hardwood forests of oaks and maples. The air carries the crisp scent of fallen leaves and pine needles crushed underfoot. About a half mile in we meet the swift and energetic Staunton River. With each twist and turn, the path reveals glimpses of the surrounding Blue Ridge foothills, their rolling peaks vanishing into a hazy blue in the distance. The terrain grows steeper and rockier as we approach Bear Church Rock, a striking natural formation that juts defiantly from the hillside. Sitting atop, you feel a mix of exhilaration and calm-a tangible connection to the wilderness and a reward earned through every challenging step. After a leisurely rest we make our way back down the way we came.

There's an option side trip to see Jones Mountain Cabin, a historic chestnut cabin beautifully maintained by the PATC.

As with all WWO hikes, there will be a leader and a sweep, and no one will be left behind.

After you complete your registration, you will receive a confirmation email with additional event details and start location.

There is limited space, so please register early. Although this hike is FREE for Premium Members, you do need to register. 

6 miles, Level 8 hike suitable for intermediate to advanced hikers.

Sugarloaf Mountain is a beautiful natural area located about 10 miles south of Frederick, Md. and is known for its scenic views, hiking trails, and unique rock formations.

The area is privately owned by Stronghold, Inc., a non-profit corporation, organization by the late Gordon Strong. It owns and operates the mountain property for the public's "enjoyment and education in an appreciation of natural beauty."

Because of its geological and natural history interest, it was designated as a National Natural Landmark in 1969. The mountain also has historical significance, having been used as an observation point during the American Civil War.

Please join me for a walk through the woods among the mountain laurel to the top of ridges that provide picturesque views of the surrounding piedmont area below. We’ll experience an elevation gain of 1,355 feet. Note, the trail is mostly rocky and can be slippery when leaf covered. I recommend sturdy shoes/boots and trekking poles.

Gordon Strong believed that "...those who appreciate natural beauty will be better people, people who treat each other better."

 As with all WWO hikes, there will be a leader and a sweep, and no one will be left behind.

After you complete your registration, you will receive a confirmation email with additional event details and start location.

There is limited space, so please register early. Although this hike is FREE for Premium Members, you do need to register.