African American Adventure & Sports Group-Wash. DC

Join us for the 8th Annual #OptOutside Black Friday Collaborative Hike, a DMV tradition uniting hikers from across the region for a morning of connection, gratitude, and fresh air.

Date: Friday, Nov. 28, 2025
Time: 10:00AM–12:00PM (check-in opens 9:30AM)
Location: Watkins Regional Park – Spicebush Trail, Upper Marlboro, MD
Hosted by:

Soul Trak Outdoors • The Hike Crew • We Be Walkin’ • The Trail Chasers • Wisdom Walkers • Hiking with the BEAR • Honeydipped Hikers • Goombay Adventurers • Black Adventure Collective & Noir Outdoors

🥾 3-mile hike (easy/moderate)
📸 Group photo & gratitude moment
👟 Family-friendly, beginner-friendly
🌧️ Rain or shine

After the hike, join us for our Post-Hike Meet & Greet at The Grove Restaurant (600 Bowieville Manor Ln, Upper Marlboro, MD). Let’s share stories, eat good food, and celebrate community!

🎟️ Free event – RSVP required
Register today at www.BlackFridayHike.com

The Goombay Winter Campout & Campfire Kickback brings together adventurers, nature lovers, and friends for a cozy, festive getaway packed with good vibes and outdoor fun.

Weekend Highlights:
1. Winter Campout – Pitch your tent, light your lanterns, and enjoy the peaceful beauty of the great outdoors. Experience the crisp winter air, hot drinks, and campfire conversations that make Goombay camping unforgettable.

2.Annual Ugly Sweater Hike – Break out your wildest holiday sweater and hit the trail for our signature winter hike. Expect laughter, photo ops, and plenty of holiday spirit as we trek through the forest for a scenic 5-6 mile hike.

3. Campfire Gift Exchange Bonfire – We’ll close out the weekend with a festive bonfire celebration featuring music, hot cocoa, laughter, and our traditional Goombay Gift Exchange. Bring a wrapped gift ($20 max value) to join in the fun and spread some campfire cheer. We will have hot dogs to roast and s'mores to make so we're looking forward to a memorable event.

WINTER CAMP OUT
Friday, Dec. 12th - Sunday, Dec. 14th
*Early Camper Arrival-Thursday, Dec. 11th

$65 per campers ($40 deposit to hold your spot)
Includes: Group Campsites | Firewood for Group Fires | Campfire Kickback Refreshments
*Camping equipment such as tents, sleeping bag, and food is not included.

Location: Prince William Forest Park | 18170 Park Entrance Road, Triangle, VA | Turkey Run Ridge Camp Ground-SITES D, B and E

Early Camper Check In-Thursday: 2:00pm
Camper Check In-Friday: 9:00am
Camper Check Out-Sunday: 12:00pm
** Campers camping out from Saturday - Sunday may check in as early as 9:00am
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CAMPFIRE KICKBACK & GIFT EXCHANGE
Saturday, Dec. 13th
$40 per camper
Includes: White Elephant Gift Exchange/Firewood | Campfire Kickback Refreshments (s'mores, hotdogs and hot chocolate)

1:00pm-Campfire Kickback Begins
2:30pm-White Elephant Gift Exchange Begins
* The White Elephant Gift Exchange will take place at 2:30pm. If you would like to participate, please designate your interest during check out and bring a gift valued at a max of $20.

Please note, there maybe a $20 per car entrance fee for Prince William Forest Park. If you have a Annual Park Service Pass you can enter for free.

THIS IS A RAIN OR SHINE EVENT. ALL PAYMENTS ARE NON REFUNDABLE BUT TRANSFERABLE TO ANOTHER PARTICIPANT FOR THIS EVENT .

For more details contact Butch at (202)210-195