Women on the Water

Enjoy a day of serenity with other women, submersed in the peacefulness of nature. We will enjoy a  leisurely canoe paddle on the Patuxent River, where we will look for wildlife and flowering wetland plants along the shoreline. We will paddle in the morning and enjoy a catered lunch at the historic Mount Calvert House, located at the Patuxent River Park. Fee includes naturalist canoe guides, all canoe equipment, gourmet lunch, and park admission. A 4-5 mile nature hike/walk in the woods will be substituted if weather conditions do not allow for paddling. 

The Patuxent River is a relatively slow-moving river, but paddlers must be able to propel the canoe through the water. Participants must be able to:
•    Independently participate in all activities while maintaining an appropriate and safe body position.
•    Manage all personal care and personal mobility independently.
•    Effectively communicate with leaders and other participants.

For your safety you are required to have plenty of water, sunscreen, sun hat, sunglasses, closed toe shoes that can get wet and an extra set of dry clothes. If you lack any of these items, we can deny you participation! Prompt program start time so please arrive by 9:15 am. Ages: 18 and older. Fee: $45. No refunds after 5/6/26. Proceeds benefit the Friends of Jug Bay. Registration is required and is limited to 14 participants. Call 410-222-8006 or email rpgage00@aacounty.org with questions.