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NOVA Trail Dogs Hiking Club

4.8•795 ratings

Alexandria, VA, US

1,600 members · Public group

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What we’re about

Promoting safe, responsible canine hiking in Virginia, Maryland, West Virginia and the District of Columbia! For anyone who enjoys hiking with dogs the DC metro area is a great place to explore. We hike trails in VA, MD, WV & DC. We try to have something here for every activity and fitness level but we do tend to lean towards a little more on the active rough-terrain side and away from strolls down paved trails. Most of our events are day hikes, but we'll have some over-nighters thrown in there too for the dog and owner who enjoy camping or backpacking. We also have on-leash and off-leash hikes to satisfy different puppy needs! We welcome new members to surf our site, check out our calendar or browse our dog hiking tips found in the link below; we hope you enjoy. And to our regular members, we'd like to extend our warmest thanks and appreciation to you for your support and friendship! Let's get out there and make a good impression as responsible K-9 owners and show the Northern Virginia and Washington Metropolitan area what it means to be 'trail dogs'!

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Upcoming events

3

Sat, Dec 13 · 6:00 PM EST
2025 Lights on the Lake (Harpers Ferry WV)
Lights on the Lake (Shannondale), 1329 Lakeside Drive, Harpers Ferry, WV, US
Light Junkie Series

https://www.lightsonthelakewv.com/TicketEvent/LightsOnTheLake/Register

#### Experience the Magic of the Season at Lights on the Lake 2025

A dazzling holiday light walkthrough in Harpers Ferry, WV - open select nights from November 29 - December 28.
Step into a winter wonderland at Lights on the Lake, the region’s most enchanting holiday light show located on the shores of Lake Shannondale in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia. Whether you’re making memories with your family, snapping the perfect holiday photo, or enjoying a cozy stroll with hot cocoa in hand, this festive light experience is a must-see holiday tradition.
Explore over 500,000 twinkling lights, themed displays, and the magical Community Trees – all in a walkthrough event that’s perfect for all ages.

#### 🎟 Ticket & Event Info

📅 Open: Select Nights from November 29 – December 28, 2025
⏰ Time: Gates open at 5:30pm each night; closing time varies by date. Select your time slot at checkout.
💵 Admission: $8 for guests 5 and up, $4 for little ones ages 3-4, and free for children under 2.
🚗 Parking: $5 per vehicle
🐾 Pets: Friendly dogs on leashes are welcome!
🦽 Accessibility: Please note that the main path is gravel and may not be suitable for wheelchairs or strollers.
1 attendee
Mon, Dec 15 · 7:00 PM EST
2025 Richmond Botanical Gardenfest Fido Nights - Field Trip
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, 1800 Lakeside Ave, Richmond, VA, US
Light Junkie Series

You must purchase timed ticket slot in advance. No walk up ticket sales. We (Rose and the corgis) are planning going Monday Dec 15.

https://www.lewisginter.org/visit/events/gardenfest-for-fidos/

Rules for bringing dogs - https://www.lewisginter.org/visit/dogs/

FYSA here at the other nights I suggest you get the $10 insurance in case the weather is a dud if you pick another night. Other nights are Nov 17 &24 and December 1 & 8. GardenFest is rain or shine. Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable unless you purchase the optional Ticket Insurance. You can purchase the optional Ticket Insurance at checkout. Please note: Insurance allows for tickets to be moved ONCE. All ticket sales are final. Ticket transfer insurance is available at time of purchase that allows you to transfer your ticket to an alternate date and/or time. Ticket Insurance is non-transferrable and all tickets, with or without insurance, are non-refundable. The cost of purchased tickets that are unused, will be donated to the general operating fund of the Garden.
GARDENFEST FOR FIDOS FOR THOSE OF YOU WHO WANT TO GO ANOTHER NIGHT.
- Monday, Nov. 24
- Monday, Dec. 1
- Monday, Dec. 8
- Monday, Dec. 15
- TICKETS FOR NON_MEMBER ADULTS ARE $25
1 attendee
Thu, Dec 18 · 5:00 PM EST
• 2025 York PA Bright Nights at Wellspan Park - Dog Nights
Wellspan Park, 5 Brooks Robinson Way,, York, PA, US
Light Junkie Series - this one is field trip

Official time is 6pm at the gate but you are encouraged to buy tickets that are good from 5 pm to 9pm.

This is a half mile light walk. Or if you are like my pack you'll turn this into a 3 hour walk until you drop.

Get ready to immerse yourself in the wonderland of Bright Nights presented by Traditions Bank, A Division of ACNB Bank!

Stroll through a holiday wonderland featuring over 3 million sparkling lights – it’s WellSpan Park like you’ve never experienced it.

Family fun and attractions for the young ones, including the polar bear slide, walk-in snow globe, ornament making, letters to Santa, character appearances, and more, each night of Bright Nights

A variety of festive food and beverage options.

With its enchanting atmosphere, exciting surprises, and heartwarming moments, Bright Nights presented by Traditions Bank is the perfect holiday outing that will create lasting memories for you and your family. Come experience the joy, the magic, and the fun—this is one event you won’t want to miss!

Tickets are $15 with the club or about $18 if bought online without promo code. I will share promo code once I confirm that they are able to extend the offer to everyone with a corgi.

For those of you who cannot attend this night Thursdays are dog nights. Otherwise only service dogs permitted.
1 attendee

Past events

331

Organizers

Alex and 8 others

Members

1,600

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