5 miles of easy/moderate hiking, a yoga class for all experience levels, outdoor games, and great food and conversation.

Join us for our always fun Annual Picnic and help us celebrate WWO’s 45^th Anniversary! We will begin with a scenic 2.5-mile hike to a hilltop retreat overlooking the valley and participate in a 30-minute yoga class (no prior experience necessary). We’ll hike back down the hill (2.5 miles) and return to a Board Member’s country home for a picnic where we’ll socialize with old and new friends. If you’ve never joined us before, this is a great opportunity to learn what WWO is all about. Barbecue and drinks will be provided but we invite you to bring a salad, side dish or dessert to share. Come for all or part of the day!

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

Please register early (there may be limited space for yoga). Although this event is FREE for everyone, you do need to register. 

6.5 miles, Level 5, Suitable for advanced beginners looking for a challenge to intermediate and above hikers. 

Weverton Cliffs rise above the Potomac River at South Mountain’s southernmost portion and offers a panoramic view of the Potomac River Valley including Buzzard Rock and Short Hill Mountain in Virginia.

Gathland State Park is home to a large stone monumental arch dedicated to the memory of Civil War correspondents. The land was owned by George Alfred Townsend, a Civil War journalist. Several buildings and structures were designed by Townsend in the late 1800s, two of which remain today and one of them is a museum.

We'll begin our hike on The Appalachian National Scenic Trail (AT) which passes through the park. The trail traverses the mostly rocky ridgetop surface through deciduous woodlands as we make our way to the cliffs. Optional stop at the Ed Garvey Memorial Shelter. After a break taking in the views, we’ll descend about a mile down a series of switchbacks to the Weverton Park-n-ride and shuttle back to Gathland.

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

There is limited space, so please register early. Although this ride is FREE for Premium Members, you do need to register. After you complete your registration, you will receive a confirmation email with additional event details and start location.

This 6.0 mile trip is suitable for beginner backpackers and above.

Rating: Level 4  (View Hiking Rating Scale)

There is limited space on this trip, so please register early!

8 or 16 miles, mostly on lightly trafficked roads in the Reston area with just a few small hills. For Beginner and Advanced Beginners who want experience riding on roads. After completing the 8-mile loop, riders will have the option of repeating it to gain more experience.

Are you "Road Curious" - want to ride on the roads but aren't sure if you're ready, or how to do it safely? This ride is for you! We mostly will ride on lightly trafficked roads in Reston but also experience some bike lanes and a small amount of moderately trafficked roads. You'll learn about laws applying to road cycling, techniques for riding safely, and tips for riding in a group. We will also discuss basic bicycle maintenance and bike accessories to aid your safety on roads. One of our leaders for this ride is a League Cycling Instructor (LCI) certified by the Bicycle League of America. 

 As with all WWO rides, 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 ride is FREE for Premium Members, you do need to register. 

32 Miles, 1240 feet elevation -- Mostly flat roads and rolling hills. For Advanced Beginners ready for a challenge and above.

This ride is in the beautiful Virginia countryside surrounding Remington, Virginia.  We will see fields, farms, forests and fords, and ride through Civil War history. Every time we do this ride, we remember why we like it so much. This ride is suitable for advanced beginners who are ready for a longer ride and above.  As with all WWO rides, 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 ride is FREE for Premium Members, you do need to register. 

Choose between 22 miles, 1000" elevation or 35 miles, 1700" elevation on rural and suburban roads. Suitable for advanced beginners and above.

This ride winds through the Beltsville Agricultural Research Center’s open fields and farmland, and includes a lovely ride on the forested drive leading to the Patuxent Wildlife Refuge.  The Beltsville Agricultural Center is an oasis of green in a rapidly urbanizing area.  Choose between 22 miles (advanced beginners and above) or 35 miles (intermediate and advanced riders) on roads that are rolling hills to moderately hilly.  We will have a leader and sweep and no one will be left behind. The starting point is about a 2.5 mile ride from the Greenbelt Metro Station.

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 Premium Members, you do need to register. 

5 miles. Suitable for in-shape beginners to advanced hikers.

Nestled in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Sky Meadows offers the perfect backdrop for celebrating the stunning colors of the season.

Experience the magic of autumn at Sky Meadows State Park with beautiful vistas across meadows and woodlands with great views of farms and vineyards on the rolling Piedmont plains.

We will utilize several trails, including the Appalachian Trail, to loop together 5 miles with an elevation gain of 1,000 feet. We will traverse forests, meadows, and ridgelines as we make our way to overlooks that offer expansive views of the changing leaves.

Afterwards, we can check out the parks annual Fall Foliage Festival-no extra fee required. The festival features family-fun activities, community partners, live music, and delicious fall treats (yum!)  

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. 

This 7.0 mile trip is suitable for beginner backpackers looking for a challenge and above.

Miles: 7.0

Rating: Level 9  (View Hiking Rating Scale)

There is limited space on this trip, so please register early!