2 miles of walking through forests and past outdoor sculpture. The path is paved with some hills. We will also tour the gallery.

Come join us for something new --  a multi-dimensional experience involving art and architecture, nature and exercise. Located in Potomac, MD, Glenstone is a private museum with an extensive collection of modern art and sculpture described on the website as “a space where you can slow down, be in nature, and engage directly with art.” We'll walk the trail through fields and forests to see large and impressive sculptures and also visit the gallery pavilions. We’ll have an opportunity to see a new exhibit of the works of artist and activist Andrea Bowers, whose multi-media work interweaves ecological concerns with the fight for bodily autonomy. We’ll also take a break and lunch at the café or outdoor patio.

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 event is FREE for Members, you do need to register. 

This 7.0 mile trip suitable for beginner backpackers and above.

Rating: Level 3   (View Hiking Rating Scale)

For beginner backpackers and above.

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

10 miles, 500" elevation on a paved road closed to cars with a few manageable hills. For Beginner Riders who want to ride with a group and begin to increase their riding distance. Leisurely pace (8 - 10 miles per hour).

Have you wanted to ride with a group but you weren't sure you were ready or that you could ride far enough? This is the ride for you! On this social-paced ride, you'll enjoy the beauty of Rock Creek Park as we ride an easy five miles out and five miles back on Beach Drive (approximately 1.25 hours of riding), which is now closed to traffic. Before we start, we'll go over guidance for riding in a group, basic bicycle maintenance and safety tips. (Note: this is not a "how-to-ride class.") At the mid-point of the ride, we'll take a break at Candy Cane City/Meadowbrook Stables. This is a no- drop ride, with a leader and a sweep and no one will be left behind.  Suitable for all bicycle types.

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. 

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. 

“Returning home for the first time in ten years, Sequoia Schmidt sets out to complete a 28 day solo cycle of New Zealand. This will be her first time home since the death of her father and brother in a tragic climbing accident. Changing Gears describes Sequoia's experiences with grief, loss and recovery, interwoven with adventures on the roads of New Zealand as she returns home to reconnect with Aotearoa and herself.”

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!

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. 

This 6.6 mile trip suitable for beginner backpackers and above.

Rating: Level 5   (View Hiking Rating Scale)

For beginner backpackers and above.

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

6.5 miles, a Level 3 Moderate trail, suitable for intermediate and above hikers.

The lower section of the Seneca Greenway closely follows the creek through wooded floodplain and quiet stream valleys, offering a long, scenic, and largely natural-surface experience.

This hike involves shuttling of cars to/from parking area off Darnestown Rd (Rte 28) and Riley's Lock. More information to follow as we get closer to hike date.

Once the car shuttling is settled, we'll begin our hike from the Darnestown Road parking lot. We will have to cross Darnestown Road as we make our way south on the Greenway towards Riley's Lock. 

The trail follows Seneca Creek for much of the route, offering a peaceful, secluded atmosphere, along a mostly natural dirt path that can be muddy in spots. We will experience generally flat to gently rolling terrain with a few short climbs and at least one stream crossing. This is a shared-use trail, so we may encounter trail runners, mountain bikers, and horseback riders.

After the hike, please join me in collecting trash along Riley's Lock Road, the "Rustic Road" that WWO has adopted as part of the County's program to preserve historic and scenic roadways and keep them litter free.  

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 10.0 mile trip suitable for intermediate backpackers and above.

Rating: Level 6   (View Hiking Rating Scale)

For intermediate backpackers and above.

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

Come join us for a kayaking and camping adventure!

The South Fork of the Shenandoah is a flowing mountain river, in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley, legendary for its canoeing excellence. 

Join us for two nights of camping at Golden Rock Campground at Compton Rapid (the prettiest spot on the river) and two days of paddling. We will drive to the campsite and spend Friday night there. The campground is primitive, which means no showers, no dedicated campsites, and lots of natural beauty. We will look out for eagles flying overhead or in their nests, and otters playing in the creek on the upper end of the campground. Next morning the Outfitter will shuttle us up the river to start our kayaking trip. After a fun day of paddling we will be back at the camp site to spend another night outdoors.  We will wrap up our trip the next day with another 4 hours of paddling before we head back to our cars. 

Kayaks will be provided, but you would need to bring your own camping gear and meals including a tent, sleeping pad and a sleeping mat.

Looking for a great sunset photo opportunity? Join us for a relaxing guided sunset kayak paddle led by ACA certified paddling instructor and NOVA Parks Roving Naturalist, Matt Felperin. 

Calm evening waters should make this an easy paddle, and we hope to see lots of wildlife along the way! We will begin with a brief paddling instruction overview before heading out. Previous kayak experience suggested, but not required. All equipment, paddles and PFDs and necessary instruction is included on this professionally guided paddle.

Bring water and snacks and don't forget your binoculars!

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

There is limited space, so please register early.