Join us for our monthly speaker series at RAK Brewing in Downtown Frederick. Grab a bite and a beer with other nature-lovers and get ready to learn about the Crocodiles with Drew Roderuck, Herpetologist for The National Aquarium! This is a free event, but we recommend you arrive early as seating is limited. 6-7pm
A quiet winter reset with reflection, connection, and restorative outdoor experiences for adults over the age of 30 who are grieving the death of a loved one. This program is offered at no cost to participants, but registration is required.
Join us for our monthly speaker series at RAK Brewing Company in Downtown Frederick. Grab a bite and a beer with other nature lovers and get ready to learn about Maryland birds and birding with Mikey Lutmerding, a biologist with the North American Breading Bird Survey. This is a free event, but we recommend you […]
Your mission, should you choose to accept it: join City Nature Challenge as a citizen scientist and capture photo evidence of local wildlife and plants. Help Mobilize Frederick and the DC Metro team climb the global leaderboard and turn your discoveries into real data that supports sustainability and conservation efforts in our community and around […]
Join us for our monthly speaker series at RAK Brewing Company in Downtown Frederick. Grab a bite and a beer with other nature lovers and get ready to learn about wildflowers with environmental educator, Dr. Clare Walker. This is a free event, but we recommend you arrive early as seating is limited. These free events […]
This guided backpacking trip follows the Appalachian Trail in Maryland, offering a no-cost, beginner-friendly experience with all gear, food, and optional transportation provided. Led by Wilderness First Aid–certified trip leaders alongside grief counselors and mental health professionals, the program creates a safe, supportive space for healing in nature. Participants travel in small groups, camping under […]
Step outside. Slow down. See differently. Join us at ThorpeWood for a peaceful morning of nature photography with Master Naturalist Melissa Chase. This workshop is all about learning to notice, and capture, the beauty that’s already around you. Bring a digital camera (DSLR preferred, cell phones welcome!) Dress for the weather This workshop is offered […]
Please join us for our May Grief Support Group and Hike on Saturday, May 30th. We will meet at the ThorpeWood Lodge at 9am. These monthly grief support groups and hikes are offered at no cost through the Umbrella Project. Facilitated by a professional grief counselor, each 90-minute support group is followed by an optional hour-long […]
This guided backpacking trip follows the Appalachian Trail in Maryland, offering a no-cost, beginner-friendly experience with all gear, food, and optional transportation provided. Led by Wilderness First Aid–certified trip leaders alongside grief counselors and mental health professionals, the program creates a safe, supportive space for healing in nature. Participants travel in small groups, camping under the stars, […]
Join us for our monthly speaker series at RAK Brewing Company in Downtown Frederick. Grab a bite and a beer with other nature lovers and get ready to learn about Night Sounds of Western Maryland with Kevin Dodge, amateur comedian and Director of the Natural Resources and Wildlife Technology Program at Garrett College. This is […]
Join us for an introductory session on how to get the most out of your time outdoors. We’ll cover basic hiking etiquette and simple best practices for staying safe and comfortable on the trail. We’ll also go over what to bring (and what to leave behind) so you can feel confident and prepared for your […]
Join us June 18th from 10am–1pm for a fun and free day for the whole family! We’re partnering with Frederick County Public Libraries to bring you a magical morning, starting with story time in our Pine Cathedral. After that, enjoy time with our animals, play in our mud kitchen, take peaceful nature walks, and explore […]
