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Sunday, June 25, 2017
June 25, 2017
Wyoming Valley 3-Day River Fest
RiverFest is an event that celebrates the beauty, splendor and historical significance of the Susquehanna River as it flows through the Wyoming Valley of Pennsylvania.
Kingston, PAJune 25, 2017
Shenandoah River and Roots Festival
Peruse the farmers’ market, hop on a tube and float down the river, listen to a lineup of topnotch bands, peruse vendors, dance and more in Berryville, VA.
Berryville, VAJune 25, 2017
Great American Campout at Sky Meadows
Don't miss your chance to camp out in the beautiful Historic Mount Bleak backyard.
Delaplane, VAJune 24, 2017
Great American Campout at Fairhill NRMA
Take advantage of a unique opportunity to experience the serene beauty of Fair Hill NRMA at this primitive camping experience!F
Elkton, MDJune 25, 2017
Great American Campout ON High Bridge
Your chance to camp out ON TOP OF High Bridge!
Green Bay, VAJune 25, 2017
Bay Gulls and Coffee on the Kiptopeke Pier
Grab a cup of coffee and observe shore birds and waterfowl passing by on coastal breezes and take a guided stroll on the beach.
Cape Charles, DEJune 25, 2017
Learn to Kayak Class at Seneca Creek
This REI class will introduce students to the basics of paddling a kayak in a mild setting and at a relaxed pace.
Gaithersburg, MDJune 25, 2017
Maryland Boating Safety Course at Havre De Grace MM
This course, taught by the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, satisfies the requirements for operating a vessel on Maryland waters.
Havre de Grace, MDJune 25, 2017
REI Introduction to Outdoor Rock Climbing Class at C&O Canal
This REI class teaches basic climbing skills and technique including specialized equipment use, proper fit of specialized equipment, site safety, knot tying, belay technique, basic climbing technique.
Carderock, MDJune 25, 2017
Introduction to Map & Compass Class at Fountainhead
During this field outing at Fountainhead Regional Park, REI instructors will teach you how to read contour lines, landmarks and other map features.
Fairfax Station, VAJune 25, 2017
Birding by Boat Guided Trip
Join birder, Phil Powers, on a search for the beautiful marsh birds of Otter Point Creek.
Abingdon, MDJune 25, 2017
Trap Pond Aquatic Mammals Pontoon Tour
Come out for a guided pontoon tour and try to spot some of Trap Pond's furry pond residents.
Laurel, DEJune 25, 2017
St. Mary’s River Oyster Planting
Help the St. Mary's River Watershed Association introduce thousands of oysters to their "forever home."
St. Mary's City, MDJune 25, 2017
To Garrison the Fort…Fort Frederick
Experience life at the fort during the French and Indian War.
Big Pool, MDJune 25, 2017
Introduction to Outdoor Photography at Pohick Bay
Join REI Outdoor School's photography instructors as you learn techniques enabling you to turn everyday snapshots into beautiful compositions.
Lorton, VAJune 25, 2017
Ball’s Bluff: How Artillery during the Civil War Worked
Visit with a Confederate artillery officer and enlisted men to learn what it took to operate, load and fire a cannon during the Civil War.
Leesburg, VAJune 25, 2017
“Is My Sandwich a Dinosaur?”
Find out all about dinosaurs and what fossils (and chicken sandwiches!) can teach us about these incredible animals at the Virginia Living Museum.
Newport News, VAJune 25, 2017
Mud Day is Family Fun at Annmarie Garden
Explore some squishy art projects, play in the mud kitchen, create a terrarium, paint with mud - and cavort in our mega and mini mud pits!
Dowell, MDJune 25, 2017
Petersburg Confederate Artillery Demonstrations
A discussion and demonstration of how a 12 pounder Napoleon cannon was fired during the Civil War at Petersburg National Battlefield.
Petersburg, VAJune 25, 2017
Montour Preserve Paddle
Up to three hours of paddling instruction, exploring the nooks and crannies of the Lake Chillisquaque and a chance to try SUPs.
Turbotville, PAJune 25, 2017
World War II and the Eastern Shore
Learn how residents of VA's Coast dealt with the threat of German U-boats off the coast, rations, and blackouts at Kiptopeke State Park.
Cape Charles, VAJune 25, 2017
Learn to Kayak Class at Seneca Creek
This REI class will introduce students to the basics of paddling a kayak in a mild setting and at a relaxed pace.
Gaithersburg, MDMonday, June 26, 2017
June 26, 2017
Botanical Invasion, Harpers Ferry
Take a walk on Virginius Island and learn how to identify and record invasive plant species with your smartphone.
Harpers Ferry, WVJune 26, 2017
First Landing Swamp Stomp
Walk down the Bald Cypress Trail at First Landing State Park and try your luck scooping up amphibians and any other denizens of the swamp water.
Virginia Beach, VAJune 26, 2017
“Is My Sandwich a Dinosaur?”
Find out all about dinosaurs and what fossils (and chicken sandwiches!) can teach us about these incredible animals at the Virginia Living Museum.
Newport News, VAJune 26, 2017
Magic of Summer Night Hike
Summer nights are a magical time at Pickering Creek Audubon Center!
Easton, MDTuesday, June 27, 2017
June 27, 2017
Bear Creek SUP in the Morning Adult Program
Learn to use a stand up paddleboard (SUP) at Bear Creek State Park.
Cumberland, VAJune 27, 2017
Bear Creek Bulls Eye Adventure Package
This archery package will include beginning and intermediate level instruction in archery, but will also include activities to increase your skills. Bear Creek Lake State Park.
Cumberland, VAJune 27, 2017
“Is My Sandwich a Dinosaur?”
Find out all about dinosaurs and what fossils (and chicken sandwiches!) can teach us about these incredible animals at the Virginia Living Museum.
Newport News, VAJune 27, 2017
CBF Oyster Gardener Seminars
These Chesapeake Bay Foundation seminars will teach you how to maintain your oyster garden once you receive your provided spat.
, VAJune 27, 2017
Pick Your Paddle - Douthat History Float
You can choose to float in a kayak, canoe, paddle boat, or hydro bike as you paddle through time at Douthat State Park.
Millboro, VAWednesday, June 28, 2017
June 28, 2017
Bear Creek Lake Wet and Wild Adventure Package
Investigate the nooks and crannies of Bear Creek Lake by canoe, while improving your outdoor skills.
Cumberland, VAJune 28, 2017
“Is My Sandwich a Dinosaur?”
Find out all about dinosaurs and what fossils (and chicken sandwiches!) can teach us about these incredible animals at the Virginia Living Museum.
Newport News, VAJune 28, 2017
Pier Fishing at Kiptopeke State Park
A park ranger will be on hand to assist new anglers and providing bait and rods.
Cape Charles, VAJune 28, 2017
Paddle Ware Creek
Enjoy a peaceful paddle along the shores of Lake Anna into Ware Creek.
Spotsylvania, VAJune 28, 2017
Piscataway Conoy Lecture Series
An investigation into the PCT's ability to survive and thrive during the colonization and expansion of the early United States
Upper Marlboro, MDJune 28, 2017
Bike Through History with Gunpowder SP
Join a Gunpowder SP knowledgeable guide to learn about the history of the Northern Central railroad and Torrey C. Brown Rail Trail.
Cockeysville, MDJune 28, 2017
All the President’s Gardens at Sotterley Plantation
Both history buffs and gardeners will revel in the fascinating tidbits about the gardens of Presidents from Washington to Obama.
Hollywood, MDThursday, June 29, 2017
June 29, 2017
Dog Walking at Adkins Arboretum
Join Arboretum staff, volunteers, and other dog lovers each Thursday for a walk along the Arboretum's best paths for dog walking.
Ridgely, MDJune 29, 2017
Paddle Raccoon or Plantation Creek
Head over to the Eastern Shore Wildlife Refuge and put in at Raccoon Creek for a paddle around the refuge
Cape Charles, VAJune 29, 2017
“Is My Sandwich a Dinosaur?”
Find out all about dinosaurs and what fossils (and chicken sandwiches!) can teach us about these incredible animals at the Virginia Living Museum.
Newport News, VAJune 29, 2017
Birding for Beginners at Powhatan
Enjoy a guided hike to experience the popular pastime of birding and learn about common birds in the park.
Powhatan, VAJune 29, 2017
Naturally Speaking: “We Love Bugs!”
Don't get bugged about bugs -- come learn about them at the Virginia Living Museum!
Newport News, VAJune 29, 2017
Bats Above Us at Lake Anna
Join naturalists at Lake Anna State Park and discover how you can help local bat populations and even entice natures "bug zappers" to come to your yard.
Spotsylvania, VAFriday, June 30, 2017
June 30, 2017
Pier Fishing at Kiptopeke State Park
A park ranger will be on hand to assist new anglers and providing bait and rods.
Cape Charles, VAJune 30, 2017
Geocaching 101 at Powhatan SP
Learn how to use a GPS unit and become a pro at this modern-day treasure hunt at this special Powhatan State Park event.
Powhatan, VAJune 30, 2017
First Landing Swamp Stomp
Walk down the Bald Cypress Trail at First Landing State Park and try your luck scooping up amphibians and any other denizens of the swamp water.
Virginia Beach, VAJune 30, 2017
“Is My Sandwich a Dinosaur?”
Find out all about dinosaurs and what fossils (and chicken sandwiches!) can teach us about these incredible animals at the Virginia Living Museum.
Newport News, VAJune 30, 2017
Meditative Walk at Tuckahoe SP
Free your mind by walking contemplatively focusing on your breathing and intention.
Queen Anne, MDJune 30, 2017
Leesylvania Wetland Walk
Explore the wet side of the park on this guided hike into the tidal wetlands along Bushey Point.
Woodbridge, VAJune 30, 2017
Shenandoah River Eco-Kayak Tour
Enjoy the beauty of the Shenandoah River and learn about its flora and fauna using single kayaks on a gentle stretch of the river,
Bentonville, VAJune 30, 2017
Sunset Kayak Tour of the DC Monuments
REI Outdoor School Instructors will be your guide on this incredible paddling tour departing from Gravelly Point and up river to Columbia Island for a catered box dinner.
Arlington, VAJune 30, 2017
Crabbing at First Landing
Find out about the Chesapeake Bay blue crab and why it is so important to the bay while learning how to catch a few on your own.
Virginia Beach, VAJune 30, 2017
Independence Fireworks at Mount Vernon
Enjoy a patriotic evening filled with dazzling nighttime fireworks, mansion tours, musical performances, and games on George Washington’s beloved estate!
Mount Vernon, VAJune 30, 2017
Friday Night by Firelight at Belle Isle SP
Friends, family, and fun can be found at the Belle Isle State Park weekly ranger-led campfire.
Lancaster, VASaturday, July 1, 2017
July 1, 2017
Independence Day Festivities at Great Falls Tavern
Celebrate Independence Day the way Americans did in the nineteenth century! Join us for boat rides and live ice cream making demonstration.
Potomac, MDJuly 1, 2017
Battle of Gettysburg Anniversary
Join National Park Service Rangers, living historians, and Licensed Battlefield Guides for special anniversary hikes, walks, and talks.
Gettysburg, PAJuly 1, 2017
Jug Bay Bird Walk
Learn the skills of identifying the birds of Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary by sight and sound.
Lothian, MDJuly 1, 2017
REI Introduction to Outdoor Rock Climbing Class at C&O Canal
This REI class teaches basic climbing skills and technique including specialized equipment use, proper fit of specialized equipment, site safety, knot tying, belay technique, basic climbing technique.
Carderock, MDJuly 1, 2017
SUP Morning Nature Tour at Pohick Bay
A stunning and picturesque SUP exploration of wildlife on the marsh wetlands at Pohick Bay Regional Park.
Lorton, VAJuly 1, 2017
Leight Park Shoreline Breakfast Stroll
Wake up early to hike the shoreline of Otter Point Creek at low tide before enjoying a delicious breakfast by the water.
Abingdon, MDJuly 1, 2017
Free Family Fishing Days at Codorus SP
Discover just how much fun fishing can be when you do it together at this Free Family Fishing Program in Hanover, PA.
Hanover, PAJuly 1, 2017
Malvern Hill Anniversary Weekend
Join park rangers, historians, and living history demonstrators for the annual commemoration of the 1862 battle of Malvern Hill at Richmond National Battlefield.
Richmond, VAJuly 1, 2017
Get to Know Your Monticello Trails
Join a Monticello Trail Ranger for this informal ramble along one of the park’s many rustic woodland paths.
Charlottesville, DEJuly 1, 2017
Caledon Express
Climb aboard the hay wagon and hitch a ride to Caledon Marsh, Boyd's Hole, and Jones Pond.
King George, VAJuly 1, 2017
Morning Float at Twin Lakes SP
Takes a relaxing and easy paddle around Prince Edward Lake in search of wildlife and to discover the history of the park.
Green Bay, VAJuly 1, 2017
Turtle Census at the VLM
Help the Virginia Living Museum collect, clean and identify the turtle they have netted.
Newport News, VAJuly 1, 2017
Marsh Ecology by Canoe, Jug Bay
Paddle up some of the smaller branches of the Patuxent River to look for beavers, birds, and flowering wetland plants.
Lothian, MDJuly 1, 2017
“The Fort is Pretty Full”, Fort Frederick
Celebrate the 4th of July at Fort Frederick with musket firing demonstrations, hearth cooking demonstrations, and military drills.
Big Pool, MDJuly 1, 2017
“Is My Sandwich a Dinosaur?”
Find out all about dinosaurs and what fossils (and chicken sandwiches!) can teach us about these incredible animals at the Virginia Living Museum.
Newport News, VAJuly 1, 2017
Dino on the Loose! at the VLM
Don't miss the walking T-rex at the Virginia Living Museum's Dinosaur Discovery Trail.
Newport News, VAJuly 1, 2017
Invasive Plant Removal at Greenbelt Park
Help remove invasive plants from the park each first Saturday of the month.
Greenbelt, MDJuly 1, 2017
Pride of Baltimore Homecoming and Deck Tours
Welcome Pride of Baltimore II home from her two month, 2,700+ nautical mile summer voyage.
Fells Point, MDJuly 1, 2017
Kayak Into the Past at Caledon
Take a leisurely paddle down the historic Potomac River, and learn about the amazing stories and tales that make up the 400 year history of Caledon State Park.
King George, VAJuly 1, 2017
The Farmer’s Forge at Sky Meadows SP
Stop by the Blacksmith Shop and see blacksmiths fashion iron into helpful tools and kitchen items used on the farm.
Delaplane, VAJuly 1, 2017
The Settle’s Kettle at Sky Meadows
Watch as a Sky Meadows enactor cooks delicious dishes using seasonal foods and 19th century cooking methods.
Delaplane, VAJuly 1, 2017
Historic Landscape Tour of Montpelier
Llearn how the grounds of Montpelier became a trove of champion trees and unique plantings
Montpelier Station, VAJuly 1, 2017
Dino on the Loose! at the VLM
Don't miss the walking T-rex at the Virginia Living Museum's Dinosaur Discovery Trail.
Newport News, VAJuly 1, 2017
Sail on the Skipjack Nathan of Dorchester
Enjoy a 2-hour sail on a Chesapeake Bay Skipjack on the beautiful Choptank River, from Long Wharf in Cambridge MD.
Cambridge, MDJuly 1, 2017
Shenandoah River Eco-Kayak Tour
Enjoy the beauty of the Shenandoah River and learn about its flora and fauna using single kayaks on a gentle stretch of the river,
Bentonville, VAJuly 1, 2017
Gunpowder Canoe
Experience the mysterious marshes of the Gunpowder River as you paddle the shores near Mariner Point Park.
Abingdon, MDJuly 1, 2017
Stream to Sea Stroll at York River SP
Take a walk to and discover life in four different aquatic ecosystems within York River State Park.
Williamsburg, VAJuly 1, 2017
Independence Fireworks at Mount Vernon
Enjoy a patriotic evening filled with dazzling nighttime fireworks, mansion tours, musical performances, and games on George Washington’s beloved estate!
Mount Vernon, VAJuly 1, 2017
Presidents and Indians at the National Mall
Come learn about American Indian-European American relations in this nation's history through the interactions of U.S. Presidents and First Americans.
Washington, DCJuly 1, 2017
Big Band Night at Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum
Enjoy The Shades of Blue Orchestra for a live performance followed by the St. Michaels fireworks after dusk.
St. Michaels, MDJuly 1, 2017
Maryland Symphony Orchestra’s Salute to Independence Concert
The Salute to Independence Concert begins at 7:30 and will be followed by fireworks at Antietam National Battlefield.
Sharpsburg, MD
