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Star gazing.  It is something that many DC/Baltimore area residents have to forego, the light from these major metropolitan cities, and the countless smaller cities and towns that surround them, can make true star gazing almost an impossibility in certain areas of this region. But not at ThorpeWood. The way our property is situated, it Read More »

At ThorpeWood, our mission is to provide the bounty of our natural resources to other non-profits and organizations, so that they might experience the wonder and beauty of spending time in nature. We work to achieve our mission in many different ways and this past Monday, we worked through the art of fly fishing. Now, Read More »

Remember the intense heat of mid-July?  I know, it seems like a lifetime ago now that we are enjoying such pleasant weather, but just over a week ago, things were HOT!  Record hot, as a matter of fact.  When the temps get that hot, most of us run for the air conditioning; but during that Read More »

As you know, ThorpeWood is hosting its sixth annual trail run on September 1st.  Many of you have participated in this event in the past, either as a runner or a walker.  Our event is encouraging of both runners and walkers, and we strive to make certain that each and every participant has a memorable Read More »

Equine Assisted Learning – you might not be aware of exactly what that means.  I mean, everyone loves a good horse activity, right?  So, you might have visions of brushing the horses, feeding them some carrots and apples, and maybe even taking them for a ride.  Great fun, to be sure, but no where close Read More »

Although July is only partly over, September 1 will be here before you know it – and do you know what September 1 is?  That’s right – the ThorpeWood Trails 5K Fun Walk/10K Run.  This year’s event looks to be spectacular! You can register, as always, by visiting this website and downloading the registration form.  Read More »

“What’s new at ThorpeWood?” you ask. So much! We have a new mission—to provide nonprofits and other organizations access to our wonderful natural resources (think hiking trails, campsites, streams, Icelandic horse herd, and more)—so that our natural bounty can help them to achieve their goals, both outreach and organizational. Our wedding and event business has Read More »