Rock Creek Park, running through the heart of D.C., has long been a local favorite. All four seasons offer new discoveries and hidden gems.
We'll hike an approximately 4-mile loop through woodlands and along the creek. This moderately strenuous hike features a few steep descents and ascents. We'll also hike right across the fall zone, a geologic transition zone where the Piedmont Plateau (harder rock) meets the Atlantic Coastal Plain (softer, sedimentary rock).
Doggies are welcome to join us on this hike. Per park regulations, pets must be on a 6' leash at all times and are not allowed in the creek. Owners must pick up after their pets.
After our hike, we'll plan on a picnic lunch near the Nature Center, but if it's just too cold, folks will have the option to head somewhere nearby for lunch.
This activity is open to members and non-members of Women Outdoors. Non-members are welcome to attend two WO events as guests. On your third event, we'll ask you to join the Mid-Atlantic Region of Women Outdoors. You can also join right now by clicking on this Join Us link.
Registration will close on Tuesday, February 3.
Bring:
- Snacks and brown bag lunch
- Water
- Walking/hiking shoes
- Layers for cold weather (wool or polypro - no cotton)
- Binoculars (optional)
- Hiking poles (optional)
Specific meeting location and inclement weather information. Your automatic confirmation email will provide the exact location where we will meet for the event. It will also provide information on possible cancellation if required by weather conditions. (Scroll all the way to the bottom of the email.)
Please respect the trip leaders and other members and arrive on time - 10:00 a.m.
The automatic confirmation email is the only email you will receive about this event. Be sure and save it or print it out because there may not be good cell service at the event location.
RSVP and Cancellation – IMPORTANT – PLEASE READ
If you register but then are unable to attend, please cancel your registration. Events may be cancelled due to lack of attendance, as well as changes in weather or other circumstances.
If you must cancel at the last minute, call or text the trip leader (see your confirmation email for contact details) and let her know who it is who is calling/texting.
To Cancel: Go to your Registration List
- Click on this event in your list.
- Click on the Already registered link under the REGISTER button.
- At the next page that opens with your registration form, click on the CANCEL REGISTRATION button, and then again click on Cancel Registration on the pop-up form.
- Ignore the link to contact the administrator.
