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Mosaic Outdoor Mountain Club of MD is a Jewish hiking/social club for the Washington Metropolitan Area, MD, Washington DC, VA. Our parent organization is Mosaic Outdoor Clubs of America.
If you're under 18, you must be accompanied by a responsible adult (parent or guardian).
Mosaic Outdoor Mountain Club of Maryland, Inc.
An affiliate of Mosaic Outdoor Clubs of America
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I am aware that the activities of the Mosaic Outdoor Mountain Club of Maryland (Mosaic) may be extremely hazardous and I am voluntarily participating in these activities with knowledge of the dangers involved. I hereby accept and assume any and all risks including but not limited to injury, damage, or death.
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Upcoming events (4+)
See all- A 'Movie- Set Meander' or 'Around the [Forest Glen] World' @Nat'l Pk SeminaryThe Castle At Forest Glen, Forest Glen, MD
This 3.6mile easy meander/ WALK is paved with some hills & stairs. Pace: 3mph. The trek aws at the architecture of surrounding grounds of the National Park Seminary (NPS). After a gander through a church & graveyard, the walk wanders by the Forest Glen Metro Station then saunters amongst suburbia. Latter of the circuit pitstops at the National Museum of Health and Medicine before traversing the NPS Historical District, which appears out of a movie- set or a self- globe trotting trek, such as a Japanese Pagoda and a Dutch Windmill (imagine domiciling here!). Highlights include "those two bridges" along Georgia Ave. that features carved creatures, columns of queens (aka the "Aloha Maidens"), & a quick railroad crossing. If timing works, we could witness a(n)/ the Amtrak train fly-by!
NOTES:
1. Trail Forecast= MAP | NO Dogs. Walk occasionally traverses residential roads w/o sidewalks. Metro commuting is possible via alighting from Forest Glen station (RD line); proceed West .7mi/ 17mins.
2. Post- social @Pacci's Trattoria (Italian)
3. Wanna play I-SPY™? Locate:
[a] military grave from 1700s
[b] Hiawatha statue
[c] twin lions
[d] graduate-class stones
[e] crooked- grin sculptorA 'yes/ attending' RSVP is your digital signature that you've read, understood, & agreed to the Liability Wavier hyperlinked here.
- Memorial day TIDAL BASIN TREK: Monuments, Memorials, & the Mall-- Oh My! (D.C.)Smithsonian Metro Mall Entrance, Washington, DC, DC
Honor & Celebrate Memorial Day on this ~6mile mostly easy walk that is paved & relatively flat... Albeit lots of stairs in the beginning. Pace: 3mph. The trek traverses the terrific Tidal Basin & the National Mall. After a gander in the Enid Haupt Garden the walk meanders over a crass converted (train) overpass, then tours magnificent monuments, memorials, & museums. Pauses will be taken to observe, reflect, or photograph. Latter of the circuit eyes an epic Einstein sculpture before passing the outdoors Sylvan Theater. Highlights include Earth Day Park, a handy Horse Stable, & lean- mean- green trees. A monstrous movement!
NOTES:
1. Trail Forecast= MAP | This WILL be a busy & crowded day, allow extra commute time to arrive on-time by 930AM. Walking shoes best. Water refill & restroom breaks available. | More/ Alt. maps here
2. The attendee limit for this event is strictly enforced. Any 'No-shows' WILL be blocked from future Meetups. If you can no longer attend, you must change your RSVP.
3. Post- social @TBD
4. Event may be hosted again here.A 'yes/ attending' RSVP is your digital signature that you've read, understood, & agreed to the Liability Wavier hyperlinked here.
- Hike: Ca$h Lake III w/ Berry Forage & Picnic (Bowie)Patuxent Research Refuge, Laurel, MD
This 3mile easy hike is flat with DOWNED TREES both above & below. Pace: 2- 3mph. The trek frolics through a forest then circumnavigates the lustrous lily padded- Lake, observing verdant viewpoints as well as winsome wildlife. Latter of the circuit traverses by possible (edible) blackberry vegetation before concluding through a pollinator garden. Highlights include a befitting boardwalk, a firm fishing pier, & the fantastic FLOATING BRIDGE. Bring some 'funny money' (i.e. monopoly; see attached/ uploaded photos of previous years) to flaunt for a flashy photo! Afterwards, stick around for a post-social Picnic.
NOTES:
1. Trail Forecast= MAP | Trail shoes advised due to rooty trails. Shade advisory. NO dogs.
2. Please consider bringing a dish to share. Tables, Receptacles, & Restrooms are available on-site.A 'yes/ attending' RSVP is your digital signature that you've read, understood, & agreed to the Liability Wavier hyperlinked here.
![A 'Movie- Set Meander' or 'Around the [Forest Glen] World' @Nat'l Pk Seminary cover photo](https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/f/4/9/event_526503913.webp "A 'Movie- Set Meander' or 'Around the [Forest Glen] World' @Nat'l Pk Seminary")
