Women Outdoors upcoming events

June 2026 Women's Weekend at Cardigan Lodge in New Hampshire (19 Jun 2026)

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 19:00:00 GMT

June Women's Weekend at AMC's Cardigan Lodge, NH:
Hiking and Paddling

Dates: Friday, June 19 - Sunday June 21, 2026

REGISTRATION is Closing Monday May 18

Location: AMC's Cardigan Lodge,
774 Shem Valley Rd, Alexandria, New Hampshire

Fee: $220 per person for 2 nights lodging (bunk rooms or camping) and 6 meals.

Join Women Outdoors for a hiking and paddling adventure based at AMC's Cardigan Lodge, at the base of Mt. Cardigan in Alexandria, NH.

You must be a paid member and logged in to be able to register.

Registration will close on May 18th to reserve our spots.

Limit 50 people in the lodge, 4 at the campsite.

Lodging includes Friday dinner through Sunday lunch (they feed well!). (We will be providing our own Sunday lunch, there will be a food survey coming out closer to the date.)

You can sleep in a bunk room, or, if you camp at their nearby campsites, meals are still included at the dining hall and showers are available.

Bunk rooms are available on the 2nd and 3rd floors. You can let us know with whom you would like to share a room, and indicate if you can sleep on a top bunk, and if you need a 2nd floor room.

We plan to offer a variety of hikes with experienced leaders on Saturday (low elevation easier trail loops and more strenuous hiking to one or two of the summits). On Sunday there can be hiking, and also guided paddling with us on a flat section of the Pemigiwasset River, 26 minutes drive to the east.

Potentially we can bring a variety of single kayaks for you to rent at $30 each (2 weeks advance notice required, payment on site), or bring your own.

Registration MUST be paid in full through our Wild Apricot website (AffiniPay) or by check to secure your reservation. You must be a Women Outdoors member in good standing at the time of the event to attend.

Cancellation fee of $25 prior to May 18th.
PLEASE NOTE: If you have to cancel after May 18th you will need to find a WO member to take your spot or not receive a refund. This is AMCs policy for group reservations.

Mid-Atlantic Region's 17th Anniversary Celebration (27 Jun 2026)

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT

17th anniversary hike and picnic

Join your Women Outdoors Mid-Atlantic friends as we celebrate our 17th anniversary of outdoor fun and friendship with a hike and potluck picnic at Fort Frederick State Park in Washington County, MD.

There's also an option to camp at the state park if you're interested. Camping will not be an official Women Outdoors event.

The hike will be fairly flat and easy. We'll walk about 3 miles and stop along the way to explore the historic fort, Captain Wort's store, and the old Civilian Conservation Corps headquarters.

From the Fort Frederick website: "The centerpiece of the Fort Frederick State Park is the only stone fort built by a British colony during the French and Indian War. In its three century history, the fort has seen activity in four military conflicts, is one of Maryland's first state parks, and was a Civilian Conservation Corps camp in the 1930s. Built in 1756, the fort's stone wall and two barracks have been restored to their 1758 appearance."

After the hike, we'll gather at the picnic pavilion for a potluck picnic. We'll fire up the grill for burgers and hot dogs. BYOburger, hot dog, not dog, veggie burger or grill item of your choice as well as a side dish or dessert to share.

Also bring your own mess kit, utensils and trash bag to carry out your trash and recyclables. Fort Frederick State Park is a trash-free park.

FYI - There are electrical outlets at the picnic shelter if you need to plug something in.

Not up for a hike? Join us around 11:30 a.m. for just the potluck picnic. When you register, just select the button saying you'll be there only for the picnic.

Doggies are welcome at this event and must be on leash at all times.

SPECIAL NOTE: There is a campground at Fort Frederick along the Potomac River. A few of our members have already decided to make a weekend out of it and will be camping at Fort Frederick. You will need to make your own reservations through parkreservations.maryland.gov. Campsites are all non-electric and cost $16/night + $6.25 reservation fee. Once again, camping will not be an official Women Outdoors event.

This activity is open to members and non-members of Women Outdoors. Non-members are welcome to attend two WO events as guests. On your third event, we'll ask you to join the Mid-Atlantic Region of Women Outdoors. You can also join right now by clicking on this Join Us link.

Registration will close on Thursday, June 25th.

Bring:

Cash for entry fee: $3/vehicle for MD residents; $5/vehicle all other states
Snacks and water for the hike
Hat, sun block, insect repellent
Something to grill for yourself
Side dish or dessert to share with everyone
Water or other non-alcoholic beverage (we don't have an alcohol permit)
Mess kit or your own plate(s), bowl, napkin and utensils
Trash bag - Fort Frederick State Park is trash free. Everyone must take their trash and recycling home with them.
Optional: camp chair

Specific meeting location and inclement weather information. Your automatic confirmation email will provide the exact location where we will meet for the event. It will also provide information on possible cancellation if required by weather conditions. (Scroll all the way to the bottom of the email.)

Please respect the trip leaders and other members and arrive on time - 10:00 a.m.

The automatic confirmation email is the only email you will receive about this event. Be sure and save it or print it out because there may not be good cell service at the event location.

RSVP and Cancellation – IMPORTANT – PLEASE READ

If you register but then are unable to attend, please cancel your registration. Events may be cancelled due to lack of attendance, as well as changes in weather or other circumstances.

If you must cancel at the last minute, call or text the trip leader (see your confirmation email for contact details) and let her know who it is who is calling/texting.

To Cancel: Go to your Registration List

Click on this event in your list.
Click on the Already registered link under the REGISTER button.
At the next page that opens with your registration form, click on the CANCEL REGISTRATION button, and then again click on Cancel Registration on the pop-up form.
Ignore the link to contact the administrator.

National Gathering 2026 (21 Aug 2026)

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Fees are $230 - $390 based on lodging choice and length of stay

Friday (8/21/26) noon to Sunday (8/23/26) 3 pm

This 3-day/2-night option includes 7 meals from Friday lunch to Sunday lunch - $230 (excludes Private Rooms)

Friday (8/21/26) noon to Monday (8/24/26) 3 pm

This 4-day/3-night option includes 10 meals from Friday lunch to Monday lunch - $330 (Cabins, RV, Tent) and $390 (Private Room)

Please review our Lodging Options BEFORE registering! You will need to decide what is important to you and select your housing accordingly! Some options are limited so register early!

You must be a paid member and logged in to be able to register and to view all of the lodging options.

Want to learn more? Click on these links:

Full Gathering Details | Activities | Resources | Campus Map

Registration Deadlines

Register and pay by July 31 to avoid a $25 late fee.
Registration Closes on August 17.
Scholarships are available to help you attend - application deadline July 17.

Cancellation Policy - if you cancel:

By July 20: Full refund
July 21 - July 31: $25 cancellation fee
August 1 - Aug 17: $50 cancellation fee only IF we are able to replace you with a new registration. Otherwise no refund.
August 18 or later: NO Refund

Note: Refunds for cancellations occurring August 1 or later will be processed after we return from the Gathering.