About us
Welcome to the Frederick Hiking Group for people in their 20's and 30's!
Our group is perfect for those looking to explore the beautiful outdoors, get some exercise, and make new friends in Frederick, MD. We organize hikes of varying difficulty levels and distances, from easy nature walks to more challenging summit hikes.
Our members are in their 20's and 30's and come from diverse backgrounds, but we all share a love of nature and adventure. We welcome hikers of all skill levels, from beginners to experienced hikers, and encourage everyone to challenge themselves and try new trails.
In addition to hiking, we also organize social events and other outdoor activities, such as kayaking, picnics, and post hike breweries and winery meetups. These events provide an opportunity to connect with other outdoor enthusiasts in a relaxed, fun setting.
Check the discussion board to see events planned for the current month.
We prioritize safety and environmental responsibility on our hikes and ask that all members follow Leave No Trace principles to minimize our impact on the environment.
So if you're looking for a fun and active way to explore the great outdoors and meet new people in Frederick, MD, join us for our next hike!
Many of our events have waitlists on them and as a result if you are a no show at an event you may be automatically moved to the waitlist on the next event. Repeated no shows can result in expulsion from the group.
Upcoming events
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Scenic but Short Hike w/ Off-Trail Trekking @ Camp Seneca pk
Lodge At Little Seneca Creek, 14500 Clopper Rd # A, Boyds, MD, USThis scenic scamper is a ~2mile moderate hike that has uneven terrain & is relatively flat. Pace: 2mph. The trek traverses Camp Seneca park, home to the Lodge at Little Seneca Creek which hosts various social gatherings, as well as a charming corridor of a Creek sharing the same name.
After egressing from the Lodge the circuit STEEPLY ascends a hill, disappearing off-trail into the wilderness. Summiting this proud plateau offers vacuous views of the surrounding landscape. The hike then follows a faint fire road, occasionally obstructed by downed trees, revealing a small stream. Navigating away from the stream and towards little Seneca Creek traverses through viny thorns & brambles!
Latter of the circuit parallels the creek, at times CAUTIOUSLY cliff side, featuring a delightful Beaver Dam & creek cascade (pictured) before eventually concluding back at the Lodge via lollygagging across a lavish lawn. Terrific lean-mean-green trees along the way too!
NOTES:
1. Trail Forecast= AllTrails MAP | Boots & Trek Poles advised!
2. Consider "thicker- wear" for the thorns/ brambles.
3. Post- social @Chicken Pocha | menu (Korean fried chicken/ bbq)8 attendees
St. Patty's day HIKE & Happy Hour @ Green Farm park
Green Farm Conservation Park, 8711 Snouffer School Rd, Gaithersburg, MD 20879, Gaithersburg, MD, USWear Green on St. Patrick's day for this festive fling via a 4.8mile easy hike that has soft, rolling hills & several, small stream hops. Pace: 3mph. The trek traverses a former Farmstead with mellow meadows & peaceful ponds.
After gandering through a green butterfly garden the circuit frolics through an emerald forest before spurring across
celadon fields. The trek spurs again, looping through a jade neighborhood.Latter of the circuit embarks through an erect evergreen easement, eventually viewing a verdant viridian environment, before concluding by an Airport Runway... Wait a moment, and a plane may fly directly above! Hopefully that won't make you turn green!
NOTES:
1. Trail Forecast= MAP | Boots & Shade- wear (hat, sunglasses) advised-- anticipate MUD! SLOW DOWN as park entrance is easy to miss!
2. Post- social @Sasun's Cafe (Mediterranean)
3. Footnote: Hosted here last year on April Fool's day.8 attendees
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