What we’re about
We are the premier Baltimore Hiking group with over 8,000 members.
This group is for all those who are dedicated to hiking, biking, camping, and any other fun outdoor activity in and around Baltimore whether in the natural areas or urban settings. We offer a range of activities at different times and locations, and encourage all members to make suggestions or plan and lead events.
All are welcome to join--see you on on hike!
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PARTICIPATION IN THIS GROUP IS SUBJECT TO THE LIABILITY WAIVER, INDEMNIFICATION, ASSUMPTION OF RISK, AND OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Z39AGebAVz9c-3S4zf3tj4Eb7V9k3PrH/view) (revision 12/1/22). PLEASE READ THIS AGREEMENT CAREFULLY BEFORE JOINING.
Upcoming events (3)
See all- Hike Antietam Battlefield! - 8 Moderate MilesAntietam Battlefield Visitors Center, Sharpsburgh, MD
Antietam is a moderate 8 mile hike around this sacred battle field. We travel up rolling fields, along a stream, and among gorgeous farmlands in addition to seeing various monuments along way.
This is approximately a 3 - 4 hour hike and it takes 90 minutes to get to Antietam from Baltimore. Please plan accordingly; we step off at 1030 sharp.
There is a $6 charge for cars to park at the visitors center. Please meet at flagpole at visitors center. Please bring plenty of water, wear comfortable shoes and bring some snacks. We will stop along the stream to eat our snacks. :)
No dogs please
The Bloodiest One Day Battle in American History
23,000 soldiers were killed, wounded or missing after twelve hours of savage combat on September 17, 1862. The Battle of Antietam ended the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia's first invasion into the North and led to Abraham Lincoln's issuance of the preliminary Emancipation Proclamation.Directions are located here:
http://www.nps.gov/anti/planyourvisit/directions.htm*** IMPORTANT ***
BY ATTENDING THIS EVENT, YOU AGREE TO THE LIABILITY WAIVER, INDEMNIFICATION, ASSUMPTION OF RISK, AND OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Z39AGebAVz9c-3S4zf3tj4Eb7V9k3PrH/view) (revision 12/1/22). PLEASE READ THIS AGREEMENT CAREFULLY BEFORE RSVP'ING.
## COVID-19 GUIDELINES
- This event is limited to members who have been vaccinated for COVID-19.
- If you don't feel well, have a cough or cold, or may have been exposed to any type of flu in the last 14 days, please stay home.
Thank you for your cooperation and please be safe!
- Walk Jones Point to National Harbor, Christmas Tree, Food & FireworksJones Point Park, Alexandria, VA
Let's walk to the Christmas Tree, Lights & Fireworks @ The National Harbor
Come join us on an easy-moderate approx 8-9+/- mile 243 ft elevation gain 2.5 mph walk from Alexandria, starting at Jones Point Park. We will walk along the water in Alexandria, then walk across the Woodrow Wilson Bridge to the National Harbor located in Maryland (Oxen Hill).
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We will eat dinner (bring your own or there are many take-out places) at the National Harbor (you can pick your own place to get food). I am bringing my own food and I plan on eating outside by the tree & harbor. You are welcome to join me. But if you are cold there are several restaurants with indoor dining.We will enjoy the daytime views of Alexandria, DC and the National Harbor from the bridge. Then we will enjoy the sunset, and the lights at the National Harbor. At 5:30 they light the 60 foot Christmas Tree adorned with over 2,000,000 twinkling Christmas lights. Following the lighting of the tree, there will be a fireworks show as well. When that is done, we will start to head back to our cars and enjoy the lighted views of the National Harbor, Alexandria and DC. We should be done and in our cars by 8pm (But plan for 9pm just in case we don't want to leave)
BRING WATER, & HEADLAMP OR FLASHLIGHT
WEAR SNEAKERS or any hiking shoes, your choice. (I am wearing sneakers)
DRESS WARM-BE PREPARED AS THE TEMPERATURE WILL DROP AS THE SUN SETS & AS WE WALK BACK ACROSS THE BRIDGE. And there is always wind as you walk across the bridge AND IT WILL BE COLD!!!
NO PETS
Cross posted with HAB, and MAO for a total of 50 participants
*** IMPORTANT ***
BY ATTENDING THIS EVENT, YOU AGREE TO THE LIABILITY WAIVER, INDEMNIFICATION, ASSUMPTION OF RISK, AND OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Z39AGebAVz9c-3S4zf3tj4Eb7V9k3PrH/view) (revision 12/1/22). PLEASE READ THIS AGREEMENT CAREFULLY BEFORE RSVP'ING.
