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International Dev't, Affairs & NGOs Networking HourS
This Happy Hour is devoted to professionals in the International Affairs and Development community, to grow, interact, and learn from each other. It is designed to provide a professional environment to meet other International Affairs professionals to broaden one's career. It is also for those interested in International Affairs and Development careers and are studying or intend to enter the dynamic world of global development.
HOW IT WORKS : We will try to assign tables for each represented INDUSTRIES/SECTORS/SPECIALIZATIONS and will direct attendees to their respective tables accordingly. All industries are welcome! However we don't guarantee the availability of a partner in that particular field, you would like to exchange experience. PLEASE BRING YOUR SOFT/HARD COPY BUSINESS CARDS.
Rules to abide :
1\. Event is 21\+ \(bring ID\)\.
2\. Be respectful to your counterparts and give them a chance to exchange with others as well\.
3\. We all specialize in one or two fields and be willing to engage others and try to accommodate as much as possible\.
4\. If you don't specialize in the other person's required discipline\, LEAVE THEM ALONE\.
5\. Rude or aggressive members are removed from the group at an organizers discretion\.
6\. This is a face\-to\-face event\. DO NOT try to arrange an online meeting\, by using the comment box or direct message\.
7\. Most of our members complained about people writing in the comment box\. Since it sends notification to all attendees\. If you have any questions\, send a message to the organizers\. Don't write in the comment box\.
8\. We have ZERO TOLERANCE for solicitation\. We don't allow anyone to run their own agenda at the Event\. If you are interested to promote/sponsor/collaborate; contact us via \(info@merevents\.com\)\.
9\. When you get there\, we greet you and take you to your respective group\.
10\. Don't be shy of your specializations\. We have diplomates assigned to different countries\, who would love to learn more from your experience\.
11. ***Please be patient for the first 30 minutes, up until we form a group with your respective industry/sector.***
***AFTER THE SOCIAL, WE HIT THE DANCE FLOOR! BRING YOUR DANCING SHOES, WE WILL DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY!***
***N.B. : We have ZERO TOLERANCE for solicitation. We don't allow anyone to run their own agenda at the Event. If you are interested to promote/sponsor/collaborate; contact us via ([info@merevents.com](http://info@merevents.com/)).***
International Development, Affairs & NGOs Networking
This Happy Hour is devoted to professionals in the International Affairs and Development community, to grow, interact, and learn from each other. It is designed to provide a professional environment to meet other International Affairs professionals to broaden one's career. It is also for those interested in International Affairs and Development careers and are studying or intend to enter the dynamic world of global development.
HOW IT WORKS : We will try to assign tables for each represented INDUSTRIES/SECTORS/SPECIALIZATIONS and will direct attendees to their respective tables accordingly. All industries are welcome! However we don't guarantee the availability of a partner in that particular field, you would like to exchange experience. PLEASE BRING YOUR SOFT/HARD COPY BUSINESS CARDS.
Rules to abide :
1\. Event is 21\+ \(bring ID\)\.
2\. Be respectful to your counterparts and give them a chance to exchange with others as well\.
3\. We all specialize in one or two fields and be willing to engage others and try to accommodate as much as possible\.
4\. If you don't specialize in the other person's required discipline\, LEAVE THEM ALONE\.
5\. Rude or aggressive members are removed from the group at an organizers discretion\.
6\. This is a face\-to\-face event\. DO NOT try to arrange an online meeting\, by using the comment box or direct message\.
7\. Most of our members complained about people writing in the comment box\. Since it sends notification to all attendees\. If you have any questions\, send a message to the organizers\. Don't write in the comment box\.
8\. We have ZERO TOLERANCE for solicitation\. We don't allow anyone to run their own agenda at the Event\. If you are interested to promote/sponsor/collaborate; contact us via \(info@merevents\.com\)\.
9\. When you get there\, we greet you and take you to your respective group\.
10\. Don't be shy of your specializations\. We have diplomates assigned to different countries\, who would love to learn more from your experience\.
11. ***Please be patient for the first 30 minutes, up until we form a group with your respective industry/sector.***
***AFTER THE SOCIAL, WE HIT THE DANCE FLOOR! BRING YOUR DANCING SHOES, WE WILL DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY!***
***N.B. : We have ZERO TOLERANCE for solicitation. We don't allow anyone to run their own agenda at the Event. If you are interested to promote/sponsor/collaborate; contact us via ([info@merevents.com](http://info@merevents.com/)).***
Winter on the Cusp of Spring
Winterās on the wane and signs of spring are popping up, making now a perfect time to appreciate the intermingling of the best of both seasons. Experience the beauty of bare tree architecture and the welcome sight of early bloomers on a stroll abounding with sensory delight at Green Spring Gardens, a local treasure.
Tuning in with our senses, weāll combine slow strolling with attentive pauses to deepen our connection with nature. Green Spring offers space for quiet enjoyment throughout the seasons, and is particularly noted for its collection of dozens of cultivated varieties of witch hazels of many colors. Their unusual flowers are among the earliest to open, often blooming amidst snow and ice, and they are in bloom now. Thereās pussy willow (pictured) too.
The health benefits of slowing down in quiet company among trees and plants with senses alert and aware are scientifically documented, but the best way to understand these benefits is to experience them yourself, preferably on a regular basis.
IMPORTANT! The size of the group is limited! Please be sure to update your status asap on either the āgoingā or āwait listā if you sign up and find you canāt make it!
Walking under 2 miles is mostly on natural, somewhat uneven surfaces, with a few short hills. Wear good walking shoes, a hat and sunscreen, and bring water (or tea) to drink.
Park and meet near the open gate on Witch Hazel Rd at Green Spring Gardens
38.82428° N, 77.15808° W
4500-4504 Witch Hazel Rd, Alexandria, VA
Please arrive by 8:45 to sign the required SCPRO waiver. SCPRO welcomes a $2. Donation.
Add questions to comments, or contact the leader 7037725401
Open Shop Hours
We will have open shop hours for anyone to bring their bikes to work on or need help fixing your own bike.
We will also have bikes that need to be fixed so you can learn if you like.
We will need everyone to sign in when arriving and sign out when leaving so we can keep track of volunteer hours and shop times.
Suggested donation of $15 per hour for use of tools and space would be appreciated. Thank you!
Science Happy Hour
Join us before the lecture for a casual get together to mingle and chat about science! You can get excited about the lecture, talk about previous lectures, indulge in completely unrelated science, whatever tickles your fancy!
We'll hang out at Afterwords Cafe (part of Kramers Books) for about an hour and a half then make our way to the Powell Auditorium. There's plenty of good food and beverages, so it should be a grand time.
D.A.D.S. Workout
If youāre a dad over 35, you probably feel it:
* Your energy isnāt what it used to be.
* Work stress drains you before you even get home.
* The weight has crept on around the middle.
* Your kids still have endless energy, but keeping up with them feels harder every year.
And deep down, you know your family looks to you as the example. If youāre running on empty, short on patience, and out of shape, thatās the standard you set at home.
The **D.A.D.S. Program (Dads Achieving Discipline & Strength)** was built for men like you. Ordinary guys with jobs, families, and full schedules who want to:
* **Reclaim strength** so you feel capable, athletic, and confident again.
* **Boost energy** so youāre sharp at work and fully present with your family.
* **Drop the aches, stiffness, and sluggishness** that make you feel older than you are.
* **Find balance and accountability** by training alongside other dads in the same fight.
* **Crush male loneliness** by connecting with men who āget itā and have your back.
Hereās the best part: You donāt need to be a seasoned gym rat. This is designed for **beginner to intermediate exercisers**ādads who may have been out of the gym for years or have never had a structured program, but know itās time to get serious.
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings, weāre hosting **Meet-Up Workouts from 6:00ā6:45 AM.** No strings attached. Just one powerful hour that could be the turning point in your health, energy, and family life.
There are only **8 spots available**, and once theyāre gone, theyāre gone.
Location: Revolutionary Fitness - 215 N. Payne St., Alexandria, Va 22314
Every Monday, Wednesday, & Friday from 6:00ā6:45 AM
To claim your spot, call/text 703-783-2316 or email sign up directly at [https://go.thefitrevolution.com/dads](https://go.thefitrevolution.com/dads)
Stop putting yourself last. Take this hour, and give your family the stronger, sharper, healthier version of you.
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Ascend Greater Washington Lunar New Year Celebration
Join us on **Saturday, Mar. 7th** at **Hong Kong Pearl** in **Falls Church, VA** for our 2026 Annual Lunar New Year Celebration. Enjoy a delicious multi-course dinner, grab a refreshing beverage, try your luck at multiple exciting raffles, watch spectacular cultural performances, and more!
Our coveted 2026 Lunar New Year celebration is set to be a truly extraordinary event. Space is limited, so be sure to buy your ticket soon.
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When: Saturday, Mar. 7 (doors open at 5:00PM, dinner served at 6:00PM)
š Where: Hong Kong Pearl (Falls Church, VA)
Dress Code: Smart Casual or International Dress
Follow along on our website or social media to learn more event details, sponsorship opportunities, and more about this canāt-miss event.
For large group purchases, please reach out to Ascend Chapter President Steven Lazo [stevenlazo@ascendgw.org](mailto:stevenlazo@ascendgw.org) and VP of Membership, Alizabeth Cho [alizabethcho@ascendgw.org](mailto:alizabethcho@ascendgw.org)
Letās ring in the Lunar New Year together in unity and celebration!
VSDC Monthly Vegan Potluck
Please join us for our fun and friendly monthly VSDC Vegan Potluck in NW DC, near (but not at) Hip City Veg on 7th St, on Sunday, March 8th. It will start at 12 pm and go until 3 pm. There is no charge to attend the event but you will be expected to bring vegan food or drink to share.
***\*\*Note: you must provide your 1st and last name plus your contact email to receive the specific location. If you do not, then you will not be provided the location and allowed to this event - NO EXCEPTIONS.\*\****
**Items to bring to the potluck:**
\- Vegan potluck dish \(no animal products of any kind\) to share\. For food quantity\, please bring 4 to 6 times the number of servings times the number in your party\.
\- A serving utensil for your dish
\- Ingredients list or recipe for your dish \- ***Please print or write it out in advance***
\- Beverage for yourself or one to share
\- To help reduce waste\, bring your reusable plate\, cup\, and utensils
[VSDC will provide drinking water.]
Please Note:
\- Be sure to help leave the space clean before leaving the potluck and take the containers and utensils you brought with you\.
*\- Vegans do not consume any animal products or byproducts \(no meat\, chicken/poultry\, fish/sea animals\, eggs\, milk or dairy products\, honey\, etc\)\.*
**LOCATION**
Near the Capital One Arena in NW DC. The exact location will be provided to Attendees who follow the directions above about 2 days before the event. The host prefers not to make the location public - only for registered attendees.
**PARKING**
Yes, there should be free street parking on Sundays in this area. *Please read and follow all parking signs.*
**METRO**
This location is accessible by public transport. It is within 1 block of the Gallery Place - Chinatown metro station on the Red, Green, and Yellow lines.
***Please plan your trip in advance and ask any questions the day prior. The organizers will do their best to answer questions but ones on the day of the event will be difficult for responses.***
Email potluck@vsdc.org for questions or to help plan future potluck events.
VSDC Thanks our host for arranging this wonderful space!
***Don't be a no show! If your plans change, update your RSVP.***
**VSDC: More Than A Meetup**
We are delighted to have you as part of The Veg Society of DC Vegan Meetup group, and we look forward to seeing you at our events. Did you know that [VSDC](https://vsdc.org/%20) is a nonprofit organization with membership benefits?
With VSDC membership, you will save money at area restaurants and businesses, attend VSDC member-only events, and, most importantly, support us as a clear and consistent voice for improving the lives of all beings through community building and education centered on the benefits of a vegan diet and lifestyle.
The membership fee is minimal, but the impact is significant! [Join today](https://vsdc.org/membership/)!
**Ways to Stay In Touch with Us**
Thank you for being part of our Meetup presence and bringing like-minded people together. We invite you to:
* Become a [VSDC member](https://vsdc.org/membership/) to save money at area restaurants and support us in being a clear and consistent voice for improving the lives of all beings through community building and education centered on the benefits of a vegan diet and lifestyle.
* Sign up for our[ monthly e-newsletter](https://vsdc.org/about/newsletter/) to hear more about our activities.
* Follow us on [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/vegsocietydc/) or [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/vegsocietydc/) to engage with us.
**Interested in Volunteering with VSDC?**
VSDC offers many events each month, thanks to the dedication of our event planning team. Would you consider volunteering? To learn more and get started, [please visit our website](https://vsdc.org/volunteer/).
**Only Vegan Food, Please**
While VSDC welcomes people wherever they are on the path to an all-plant, vegan diet and lifestyle, it is our policy that only vegan food be served and consumed at our events. If you would like to [explore a vegan diet or get support in making lifestyle changes, consider these resources](https://vsdc.org/exploringvegan/).
**Liability Waiver and Code of Conduct**
When you sign up to attend, you automatically acknowledge [VSDC's Liability Waiver](https://vsdc.org/activity-waiver/) and commit to follow the code of conduct found at [Policies - VSDC - Veg Society of DC](https://vsdc.org/policies/).
**VSDC. Creating communities. For your health, the animals, and the planet.**
The Confidence Seminar for Job Seekers
Confidence is essential for most QUALITY jobs.
Often, when we lose our employment, we lose our confidence.
The employment process can be brutal at times.
We will talk about true confidence vs arrogance vs false humility.
We hope to help our attendees find more factual confidence in themselves
At the end of this seminar/webinar, there will be a brief Christian story.
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IF YOU ARE NEW TO Career-Confidence.org and want to learn about us via our team, here are some videos that we have done. PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to our channel and LIKE our videos.
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Career-Confidence.org, Laura Hamilton and Robert Brandau both long-time recruiters give you an overview.
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R20iMmWWsas](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R20iMmWWsas)
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Bruce, Silvia, and Mary Beth talk about the impact of Career-Confidence.org on their job search.
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EYtFRWzhKLo](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EYtFRWzhKLo)
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Tim Jack, one of our current volunteers and attendees
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uq-qfaDVDMU](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uq-qfaDVDMU)
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Doris McMillon of our Board of Directors
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JNmOi9TsYGs&t=10s](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JNmOi9TsYGs&t=10s)
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Kim DeWitt Succinctly Talks about our Team
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SSHCEK11jD0](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SSHCEK11jD0)
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Cecilia and Nate ā 2 of our Alumni give an overview of Career-Confidence.org. perspective.
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uNstYHVnfAA](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uNstYHVnfAA)
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Sara's Experience with Career-Confidence.org - Surprise Ending ā Pre-Covid
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fEuKuvZyEYE&t=51s](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fEuKuvZyEYE&t=51s)
**9AM**Greenbelt Beach Volleyball!!
Standard rally scoring to 15. Skill level should BB and up. See you out there!
Only 1 court
135 Crescent Rd greenbelt Md
Use St. Hughes Churches parking lot
Bring a ball if you have one and water to stay hydrated.
Rachel Carson Greenway and Northwest Branch Trail
Join the Sierra Club Potomac Region Outings (SCPRO) on **Sunday, March 8** for a scenic **7-mile loop** trail following the Northwest Branch of the Anacostia River. The hike will proceed north from **Burnt Mills West Special Park** (Burnt Mills Reservoir) on the Rachel Carson Greenway Trail looping back on the Northwest Branch Trail.
Hiking conditions will be on **uneven muddy terrain** with elevation gains of 250 feet, offering nice views of the Northwest Branch of the Anacostia River.
We will rendezvous at the parking lot of the **Burnt Mills West Special Park** at **8:45 am** (north side of Columbia Pike - route 29). The hike will go on [light] rain or shine. Meetup page will be updated with weather forecast the night before. Bring water, snacks, comfortable hiking shoes, and dress for the weather. Park entrance is free.
**\*\*\* FIRST DAY OF DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME--PLAN ACCORDINGLY \*\*\***
Note: All participants must sign a liability waiver at the start.
Sierra Club requests a voluntary $2/person donation to support our many volunteer-led activities. You can become a Sierra Club member by clicking "join" on the Virginia Sierra Club's site: http://www.sierraclub.org/virginia
Leaders: Sean McCartney & Bob Mathis
Resources:
[All Trails - Rachel Carson Greenway and Northwest Branch Trail](https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/maryland/rachel-carson-greenway-and-northwest-branch-trail)
[Rachel Carson Greenway](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rachel_Carson_Greenway)
[Northwest Branch Trail](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Northwest_Branch_Trail)
SOLD OUT-Profs & Pints Northern Virginia: Ireland's Fight for Freedom
**This talk has completely sold out in advance and no door tickets will be available. It also is being staged at Penn Social in DC on March 17th, and tickets remain available then.**
[Profs and Pints Northern Virginia](https://www.profsandpints.com/washingtondc) presents: **āIrelandās Fight for Freedom,ā** with Kevin Matthews, assistant professor of history at George Mason University and former London correspondent for Vatican Radio reporting on British and Irish news.
[Advance tickets: $13.50 plus sales tax and processing fees. Available at [https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/profsandpints/northern-virginia-ireland-freedom](https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/profsandpints/northern-virginia-ireland-freedom) .]
After centuries of struggle, Irish men and women won their freedom from Great Britain after waging a war that set the pattern for all other independence struggles of the 20th century. But there was a priceāthe partition of their country, a split setting the stage for the Northern Ireland āTroublesā that didnāt end until 1998.
Gain a deeper understanding of Ireland and its history with Professor Kevin Matthews, a historian and frequent Smithsonian Associates speaker who had served as a journalist covering the last stages of the Troubles in Ireland in the early and mid 1990s.
Heāll discuss in depth how the Irish won independence in a two-year war between 1919 and 1921, covering topics as the role women played in the conflict, the life and tactics of the revolutionary leader Michael Collins, and the Irish development of āurban guerilla warfareā using small, highly mobile armed units called āflying columns.ā
Most important, this talk will examine how the conflict between Irish nationalists and Irish unionists led to Irelandās division and later conflict. From the Easter Rising to the Good Friday Agreement, from Bloody Sunday to Brexit, this conflict has never quite gone away.
As the Irish poet, William Butler Yeats once wrote:
Now and in time to be,
Wherever green is worn,
Are changed, changed utterly:
A terrible beauty is born.
Professor Matthews will explore how the Irish fought to a standstill what was then the mightiest empire in the world and how, more than he could have known, Yeatsā prediction still rings true today. (Doors: $17, or $15 with a student ID. Listed time is for doors. Talk starts 30 minutes later.)
Image: Members of the Irish Republican Armyās West Connemara Flying Column in 1921. (Public Domain photo.)
SATURDAY International Development, Affairs & NGOs Networking
This Happy Hour is devoted to professionals in the International Affairs and Development community, to grow, interact, and learn from each other. It is designed to provide a professional environment to meet other International Affairs professionals to broaden one's career. It is also for those interested in International Affairs and Development careers and are studying or intend to enter the dynamic world of global development.
HOW IT WORKS : We will try to assign tables for each represented INDUSTRIES/SECTORS/SPECIALIZATIONS and will direct attendees to their respective tables accordingly. All industries are welcome! However we don't guarantee the availability of a partner in that particular field, you would like to exchange experience. PLEASE BRING YOUR SOFT/HARD COPY BUSINESS CARDS.
Rules to abide :
1\. Event is 21\+ \(bring ID\)\.
2\. Be respectful to your counterparts and give them a chance to exchange with others as well\.
3\. We all specialize in one or two fields and be willing to engage others and try to accommodate as much as possible\.
4\. If you don't specialize in the other person's required discipline\, LEAVE THEM ALONE\.
5\. Rude or aggressive members are removed from the group at an organizers discretion\.
6\. This is a face\-to\-face event\. DO NOT try to arrange an online meeting\, by using the comment box or direct message\.
7\. Most of our members complained about people writing in the comment box\. Since it sends notification to all attendees\. If you have any questions\, send a message to the organizers\. Don't write in the comment box\.
8\. We have ZERO TOLERANCE for solicitation\. We don't allow anyone to run their own agenda at the Event\. If you are interested to promote/sponsor/collaborate; contact us via \(info@merevents\.com\)\.
9\. When you get there\, we greet you and take you to your respective group\.
10\. Don't be shy of your specializations\. We have diplomates assigned to different countries\, who would love to learn more from your experience\.
11. ***Please be patient for the first 30 minutes, up until we form a group with your respective industry/sector.***
***AFTER THE SOCIAL, WE HIT THE DANCE FLOOR! BRING YOUR DANCING SHOES, WE WILL DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY!***
***N.B. : We have ZERO TOLERANCE for solicitation. We don't allow anyone to run their own agenda at the Event. If you are interested to promote/sponsor/collaborate; contact us via ([info@merevents.com](http://info@merevents.com/)).***
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Park Club at the Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve
Welcome to the first Park Club of 2026!
Drake Khazal has recommended Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve in Loudon County, saying "It's not a very demanding hike because it's mostly flat land, so it's a nice leisurely stroll. Also lots of water and open meadow, when I was there lots of wild flowers but since we'll be heading there in mid march and it'll still be a bit cold they may only just be starting to pop up out of the soil. Also it's a nature preserve so lots of wildlife we may not get a chance to see elsewhere in NoVa, assorted birds and even some larger fauna (if we're lucky but they're very shy)"
As in the past, we'll be meeting up and taking a look around, walking a trail, and enjoying nature and conversation. A nice chill activity for anyone to join whether you are a member of CCAN, a passionate environmentalist, or simply a person who loves nature.
If you have any questions, feel free to ask.
Career Success Group Job Seeker Accountability & Networking
Hybrid registration links at https://greatcareers.org/events-calendar/career-success-group-job-seeker-accountability-networking-26/
The Career Success Group is a networking meeting held on the 2nd Monday and a hybrid meeting 4th Thursday of each month from 9:30-10:30 AM ET with [Kevin Keene](https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinekeene/).
Join us if you are looking for a new opportunity, to grow your career, or if you are in a job transition.
1. Practice your elevator pitch in a safe space
2. Check-in for accountability
3. Set goals for your job search for the week
4. Meet others to build your LinkedIn network
5. Learn about upcoming events
6. Ask questions
**CHAPTER LEADER**
[Kevin Keene](https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinekeene/)
kekeene@comcast.net
C & O Canal Towpath N & S of Pennyfield Lock (ODH Training Hike)
Strenuous 19-mile, out-and-back, go-at-your-own pace, hike on one of the prettiest stretches of the towpath, with a 15-mile, out-and-back, option. Both hikes begin at Pennyfield Lock (mile 19.6). The 19-mile hikers go north, turn around at Mile Post 26, pass Pennyfield Lock, hike south to mile 16.6 (.4 miles past the Mile Post 17), turn around, and return to Pennyfield Lock. The 15-mile hikers go north, turn around at Mile Post 25, pass Pennyfield Lock, turn around at mile 17.5, and return to Pennyfield Lock.
Bring water, lunch or snacks, and sun protection. Dress for the weather. All participants must sign a liability waiver at the start. SCPRO requests a voluntary donation of $2 per person to help support our all-volunteer program.
Although open to all, this hike is part of a series of Saturday training hikes leading up to the [One Day Hike](https://www.meetup.com/sierrapotomac/events/304791832/) (ODH)āa 100 or 50 km hike along the C&O Canalāon May 2, 2026. See SCPROās [Meetup page](https://www.meetup.com/sierrapotomac/) for other training hikes as they are posted. If you would like to support the ODH, see [volunteering opportunities](https://www.meetup.com/sierrapotomac/events/304792694/) and/or contact Mike Darzi ([mike.darzi@gmail.com](http://mike.darzi@gmail.com/)). For official updates regarding training hikes, registration, and other information, join the ODH discussion group by sending a blank email to [onedayhike+subscribe@groups.io.](http://onedayhike+subscribe@groups.io./)
Other training hikes will be posted on SCPROās [Meetup page](https://www.meetup.com/sierrapotomac/). If you would like to support the ODH, see [volunteering opportunities](https://www.meetup.com/sierrapotomac/events/304792694/) and/or contact Mike Darzi ([mike.darzi@gmail.com](http://mike.darzi@gmail.com/)). For official updates regarding training hikes, registration, and other information, join the ODH discussion group by sending a blank email to [onedayhike+subscribe@groups.io.](http://onedayhike+subscribe@groups.io./)
You need not be a Sierra Club member to participate, but if you'd like to join, go to: [http://www.sierraclub.org/virginia](http://www.sierraclub.org/virginia) .
Leaders: Russ Norfleet & Dave Torraca
Paws, Pines and Pints
Join the [Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy](https://www.loudounwildlife.org/) and [A Fighting Chance Foundation](https://www.afightingchancefoundation.org/about) for a special fundraising event at Lost Rhino Brewing in Ashburn VA on Friday, March 13th. Come out to enjoy a fun Friday night of music, friendship, and great food and drinks, all for two great causes!
**Special musical guests** ā The Outpatients (Northern VA band well known for their Americana musical mayhem).
**Tickets: $10** at the door, with all proceeds benefiting Loudoun Wildlife and A Fighting Chance.
Lost Rhino is also graciously donating **10%** of all sales to both organizations.
Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy is a volunteer-powered nonprofit working to protect, preserve, and restore wildlife habitat while shaping a Loudoun where people and wildlife thrive together. Learn more at: [https://www.loudounwildlife.org](https://www.loudounwildlife.org/)
A Fighting Chance is ensures that all pets are given the best chance possible to recover from a life-threatening medical condition or accident regardless of the financial circumstances of their caregivers. Learn more at: [https://www.afightingchancefoundation.org/about](https://www.afightingchancefoundation.org/about)
In Person Job Search Workday and Open Discussion
Please join Robert Brandau, our Founding Director, for coffee, conversation, job search assistance and just the ability to get out of the house and be with others as we look for **QUALITY** Employment.
Bring your laptop, (if you need a new one, please let [Career-Confidence.org](http://career-confidence.org/) know.) there will be plenty of time for us to work seperately.
Occassionally we have "on the spot" interviews with others at Fairfax Coffee.
Often times some of us will go out to lunch or a simple dinner afterwards.





















