What we’re about
You can join our meetup group here and become an annual member for a small fee at https://www.mosaicmd.org/join-the-club or pay a nonmember fee for events that require it.
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
Release of Liability and Attendance Form
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.
I am aware that this is a release of liability between myself and Mosaic, including but not limited to its officers, directors, members, agents, leaders, instructors, guides, volunteers, employees, and representatives. I sign this of my own free will and am not under the influence of alcohol,drugs, or narcotics.
I agree to be solely responsible for my own safety and that of any minors in my charge. I represent and warrant any minors in my charge, and agree to make my own decisions regarding my own safety and the safety of those in my charge while participating in the activities of Mosaic. If I am not currently a member of Mosaic, I agree to pay the specified non-member fee, if required.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Champion Tree photography Series: BT-1940 + bonus tree (Sandy Spring)Sandy Spring Friends Monthly Meeting, Sandy Spring, MD
The spotlight is on a White Ash that is both a county & state champion tree. To see & photograph, one must embark on a flat & paved .7mi one-way walk from parking lot meeting spot. The tree pictured is NOT the featured specimen. A 'bonus tree' will also be viewable.
NOTES:
1. This event is open to all of the public (weather dep.). It may be posted elsewhere.
2. This Meetup event is cross-listed, RSVP w/ only 1 group.
3. Champion Tree Series [full schedule pdf] coming soon
A 'yes/ attending' RSVP is your digital signature that you've read, understood, & agreed to the Liability Wavier hyperlinked here.
- Nat'l Take a Hike day @ Lake Frank (Rockville)Avery Rd Trail Access Parking Lot, Rockville, MD
Celebrate the Day with a fantastic & photogenic fall foliage frolic! This 6mi hard loop has some steep slopes & 4 stream crossings (see picture for the major one). Warm-up 320p, hike @330p! Pace: ~2.5mph. The beginning of the circuit is a mixture of paved & dirt trails sandwiched by a remarkable rock formation. Latter of the trek is a classical hike through the woodland. Highlights include various viewpoints/ outstanding overlooks, an opt. ROPE SWING, & the serene Sunfish Pond. | MAP
NOTES:
1. Transition hike (mixed difficulty)
2. Opt. post-social @[location TBD]
3. This Meetup event is cross-listed, RSVP w/ only 1 group.
4. Details are tentative, check back for updates.A 'yes/ attending' RSVP is your digital signature that you've read, understood, & agreed to the Liability Wavier hyperlinked here.
- Chanukah Walk + Brunch @ Barking Mad Cafe (Mont. Village)Barking Mad, Gaithersburg, MD
Celebrate Chanukah with a walk through Montgomery Village! This 3mi easy loop is relatively flat & nearly all paved. Pace: 2.5-3mph. Warm-up 1035a, walk @1045a! The trek traverses new industrial, business, & residential areas. Highlights include a powerline pass-through & a puny park. Post-walk Brunch [MENU] follows. Trek trajectory & meeting time subject to change (weather dep.)
A 'yes/ attending' RSVP is your digital signature that you've read, understood, & agreed to the group's Liability Wavier hyperlinked here: Mosaic Activity Sign In sheet.pdf - Google Drive
