Adventure Trips

Location: Great Falls Park - McLean, VA
Pre-Trip Meeting: Thursday, June 7, 7:30-8:30 PM
Cost: $25
 
Join us on the Virginia side of the Potomac River as we scale the rock cliffs above the river. Adventure Program trip leaders will accommodate your skill level whether this is your first time climbing or you are a regular at our climbing wall. Spend the day pushing your limits on the rock and be rewarded with breathtaking views of the Potomac River rushing by. 
 
Amenities: Indoor restroom facilities available
Travel Time: Approximately 45 minutes one way

Location: Shenandoah River State Park - Bentonville, VA
Pre-Trip Meeting: Thursday, June 7, 7:30-9:00 PM
Cost: $55
 
Spend the weekend canoeing a section of the beautiful South Fork of the Shenandoah River while enjoying the scenery and splashing through rapids and ripples.  After a day of paddling, you’ll make camp on the banks of the river in George Washington National Forest where you’ll enjoy a backcountry dinner and be in awe of the star filled sky.
 
Amenities: Indoor restroom facilities available at end of trip
Travel Time: Approximately 2 hours one way

Location:  Harpers Ferry, WV
Pre-Trip Meeting:  Thursday, June 28, 7:30-8:30 PM
Cost:  $25
 
Harpers Ferry is a historic and beautiful town located at the confluence of the Shenandoah and Potomac Rivers. On this day hike, you will enjoy the natural scenery as well as learn about all of the historical events and people that made Harpers Ferry such an American landmark. 
 
Amenities: Indoor restrooms available at beginning and end of hike
Travel Time: Approximately 1 hour, 15 minutes one way

Location:  Janes Island State Park – Crisfield, MD
Pre-Trip Meeting: Thursday, June 28, 7:30-9:30 PM
Cost: $60
 
Enjoy a weekend on the Eastern Shore at Janes Island State Park. Janes Island offers a tranquil setting to explore the wildlife of the Chesapeake Bay including birds, fish, crabs, and other saltmarsh dwellers. The park has over 30 miles of water trails for us to explore by kayak as well as pristine beaches and saltwater marshes. Once at camp, we’ll relax during dinner and enjoy the comforts of a campfire.
 
Amenities: Indoor restroom and shower facilities available in campground
Travel Time: Approximately 3 hours one way

Location: Nanjemoy, MD 
Pre-Trip Meeting: Thursday, July 5, 7:30-9:00 PM
Cost: $25
 
Spend a summer day exploring the Ghost Fleet of Mallows Bay!  You’ll paddle the beneath the cliffs along the Potomac River and explore the ancient relics of the largest shipwreck fleet in the Western Hemisphere. 
 
Amenities: Portable toilets available at boat ramp
Travel Time: Approximately 1 hour, 30 minutes one way

Location: Rosaryville State Park - Upper Marlboro, MD 
Pre-Trip Meeting: Thursday, July 12, 7:30-9:30 PM
Cost: $25
 
Have you always wanted to try your hand at mountain biking but don’t know where or how to start? If so, this trip is for you! Our Intro to mountain biking trip is designed to give first-time mountain bikers the knowledge and skills necessary to confidently ride beginner level mountain bike trails. We will start the day with a lesson on mountain biking basics before heading out on the beginner's loop at Rosaryville State Park. Over the course of this 8-mile ride, you will have the opportunity to put your newly learned skills into practice! Bike and helmet rental are included in the price of the trip.
 
Amenities:  Park has a public restroom and drinking fountain near the parking lot
Travel Time:  Approximately 45 minutes one way

Location: Sheperdstown, WV
Pre-Trip Meeting: Thursday, July 19, 7:30-8:30 PM
Cost: $30
 
Escape the summer heat and head underground to experience Mother Nature’s natural cooling system! You’ll explore the unique features and formations that Whitings Neck Cave has to offer.  Crawl through the “Birth Canal” and get turned around in the “Milkshake Room.” No previous caving experience is necessary, just an adventuresome spirit and a willingness to get muddy!
 
Amenities: Portable toilets available at parking location
Travel Time: Approximately 1 hour, 45 minutes away

Location: Gunpowder Falls State Park - Chase, MD
Pre-Trip Meeting: Thursday, July 19, 7:30-8:30 PM
Cost: $25
 
Join us for a relaxing day on the water at Gunpowder Falls State Park, which is one of the largest state parks in Maryland! Enjoy the summer sunshine as we explore Dundee Creek by stand up paddle board. 
 
Amenities: Restrooms available at the marina
Travel Time: Approximately 1 hour, 15 minutes one way

Location: Potomac, MD
Pre-Trip Meeting: Thursday, August 2, 6:30-8:30 PM
Cost: $20
 
Join the Adventure Program for an adventurous day on the water! This is an introductory trip so no previous whitewater experience is necessary. You’ll start off learning the basics in the pool at the pre-trip meeting and trained trip leaders will have you running some class II rapids on the Potomac by the end of the trip. Expect to get your adrenaline pumping, learn paddling skills, and meet some new people!
 
Amenities: Indoor restroom facilities at beginning of trip
Drive Time: Approximately 45 minutes one way

Location: Shenandoah National Park, VA
Pre-Trip Meeting:  Thursday, August 9, 7:30-9:00 PM
Cost: $65
 
Don’t miss out on this Adventure Program classic! You will scale Old Rag Mountain in the dark hours of the early morning while the rest of the world is still asleep. After some hiking and rock scrambling under a starry sky, you’ll be rewarded with a memorable sunrise on the summit of Old Rag and one of the East Coast’s most incredible panoramic views.
 
Amenities: Portable toilets available at beginning and end of trip
Travel Time: Approximately 2 hours, 15 minutes away