Washington County Pathfinder

100 Miler Walking Group
2019-03-23 09:00 - 10:00, 2019-03-16 09:00 - 10:00 UTC | Fairgrounds Park, 532 North Cannon Avenue, Hagerstown, MD, 21740, United States
Hosted by Mary McPherson, with the Washington County Health Department, the walking group will meet outside of the Fit Room (532 N.Cannon Avenue, Hagerstown) and walk the 1 mile loop around the perimeter of Fairgrounds Park.
Spaces are free and unlimited, but we encourage everyone to register here
Questions? Email: ariley@hagerstownmd.org

In case of inclement weather, check the Hagerstown Parks and Recreation Facebook Page for updates & cancellations.

St. Patrick's Day Run Fest
2019-03-16 | MD
Join the Washington County Recreation and Fitness Department and the City of Hagerstown in supporting the Washington County Community Free Clinic on March 16th at the Saint Patrick’s Day Run Fest.
The Saint Patrick’s Day Run Fest is a Fitness Event Extravaganza, for all ages, in honor of Dan McDougal, M.D. The event consists of five running events: the Clover Kid’s Run, the One Mile Shamwalk, a 5K Run, an 8K Run, and a Half Marathon.
Be sure to join us for this great running event and the spirited “After Party” in Downtown Hagerstown to begin your St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations.

For more information and to register visit: www.imathlete.com/events/spdrunfest/

March Saturday Walking Group
2019-03-02 09:00 - 10:00 | MD
Saturday Walking Group with Mary McPherson, Wash Co Health Dept

Saturday: March 2, 9, 16, 23 at 9:00am at Fairgrounds Park

Led by Mary McPherson, with the Washington County Health Department, the walking group will meet outside of the Fit Room (532 N.Cannon Avenue, Hagerstown, Fairgrounds Park) and walk the 1 mile loop around the perimeter of Fairgrounds Park.

Register now for Saturday!

TEAM Cycle 2019
2019-01-19 06:00 - 12:00 | Robinwood Professional Center, 11110 Medical Campus Rd, Hagerstown, MD, 21742, United States
TEAM Cycle will be held on January 19, 2019 at Robinwood Professional Center (blue/silver entrance).
This is an indoor cycling fundraiser where the area’s top instructors come together to teach 6 individual hours of cycling. This event is designed for all fitness levels. Each class is approximately 45 minutes in length.
Regular registration cost is $30/person until December 31. Late registration is $35 from January 1 to noon on January 18. Onsite registration will be available based on bike availability.
REGISTER BY December 21 to guarantee your shirt size.
A Health Fair will also be conducted to provide resources and raise awareness about healthy lifestyles
Pick your class/instructor:
6am – Renee Schuckman (Hagerstown Sports Club & Fitness)
7am – Amy Howard Barnette (Fit in BoonsBoro)
8am – Kathy Nally (Fit in BoonsBoro, 4 Star Athletic Complex)
9am – Melissa Fountain (Hagerstown YMCA)
10am – Beginner’s Hour – Jane Schmidt (Hagerstown YMCA)
11am – Brooke Johnson (4 Star Athletic Complex, Hagerstown YMCA)

Hub City 100 Miler Challenge
2019-01-18 | Fairgrounds Park, 532 North Cannon Avenue, Hagerstown, MD, 21740, United States
Registration Opens: November 24, 2018
Program begins: January 18 – April 27
We challenge you to complete one mile a day for 100 days! Choose to complete your miles by walking, running, biking, and/or doing any type of activity that gets your body moving for 20 minutes or more a day! Weekly prizes awarded as well as Grand Prizes. $10 or $20 with a t-shirt. 301-793-8577 x 170 for more info. www.hagerstownmd.org/hubcity100
Come to the kickoff event on Friday, January 18 from 4:30pm-6:30pm in the Fit Room at Fairgrounds Park!
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First Day Hike: South Mountain State Battlefield: Following the Footsteps of Civil War Soldiers
2019-01-01 13:00 - 14:00 | Old South Mountain Inn, 6132 Old National Pike, Boonsboro, MD, 21713, United States
Time of Event: 1 p.m.
Meeting Location: Appalachian Trail Parking Lot adjacent to the Old South Mountain Inn (6132 Old National Pike, Boonsboro, MD 21713)
Degree of Difficulty: Easy to moderate hike for all ages
Length of Hike: 2 miles round trip
Things to Bring: Participants are asked to wear clothes and shoes appropriate for the weather and bring water for drinking
RSVP: Call Greenbrier State Park at 301-791-4767 to register
Additional Information: Join a Park Ranger for a guided hike through history. Learn about important and stirring events from the Battle of South Mountain, while you hike along a road trace used by thousands of soldiers during the September 14, 1862 battle. The guided hike begins at Turner’s Gap and ends at Fox’s Gap. Participants will have the option to spend additional time exploring Fox’s Gap and hike back to the parking area on their own. Pets on a leash are welcome. There are no restroom facilities at this location. Hike is not stroller friendly.

First Day Hike: Greenbrier State Park: A Winter Hike around the Lake
2019-01-01 11:00 - 14:00 | Greenbrier State Park, 21843 National Pike, Boonsboro, MD, 21713, United States
Time of Event: Self-guided First Day Hike available from 10 a.m.- 2 p.m.; Ranger led-hike at 11 a.m.
Meeting Location: Meet at the Greenbrier Visitor Center
Degree of Difficulty: Easy hike
Length of Hike: Approximately 1.5 miles
Things to bring: Participants are asked to wear clothes and shoes appropriate for the weather (rain, snow or shine), and bring water for drinking, and a camera (optional).
RSVP: Reservations are recommended. Call Greenbrier State Park at 301-791-4767
Additional Information: There will be a self-guided hike available from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. which will take you around the lake. There will also be a ranger-led hike around the lake at 11 a.m. For a stroller friendly experience or a walk on a level surface, there is also a self-guided “measured mile” that is available starting at the visitor center. Pets on a leash are welcome. Large groups may be directed to the self-guided hike.

First Day Hike: Fort Frederick State Park: Vistas of Fort Frederick
2019-01-01 11:00 - 12:00 | Fort Frederick State Park, 1100 Fort Frederick Rd, Big Pool, MD, 21711, United States
Time of Event: 11:00 a.m.
Meeting Location: Fort Frederick Visitor Center- 1100 Fort Frederick Rd. Big Pool, MD 21711
Degree of Difficulty: Moderate hike for families
Length of Hike: approximate round trip 3 miles
Things to Bring: Please wear hiking shoes or boots, dress for the weather, bring water, camera, and binoculars
RSVP: 301-842-2155
Additional Information: This hike will encompass a variety of terrains and there will be hot drinks and refreshments following the hike! Dogs welcome on a leash. Not stroller accessible.

18th Annual Turkey Trot
2018-11-22 09:00 - 12:00 | Athletic, Recreation, and Community Center (ARCC), 20175 Scholar Dr, Hagerstown, MD, 21742, United States
Hagerstown Community College’s 18th annual Turkey Trot will be held on Thanksgiving day, Thursday, November 22 at 9am. This event features a 5K run/walk, kids’ races, food, and a toy drive. All proceeds benefit student athlete scholarships. To register visit, www.imathlete.com
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56th Annual JFK 50 Mile
2018-11-17 06:30 | Boonsboro, Maryland
Join us for the 56th Annual JFK 50 Mile presented by Altra Footwear on Saturday, November 17, 2018! Race is limited to 1,200 entrants.

Walking for Wellness
2018-10-24 09:00 - 12:00, 2018-10-10 09:00 - 12:00 | South Mountain State Park, 21843 National Pike, Boonsboro, MD, 2171, United States
Do you like to walk but do not have walking partners? Would you like to improve your health and wellbeing? Then these programs are for you! These hikes are designed to introduce new hikers to the physical and mental benefits of hiking and enjoyment of nature. Join us in a series of Appalachian Trail day hikes. We will walk to our destination using a leisurely pace, and after resting and enjoying the wonderful views, we will walk back to our departure site. 9 a.m. to noon.Hikes range from 3.7 to 6.0 miles round trip.
Bring snacks/lunch, plenty of water, sunscreen, insect repellent and wear comfortable walking shoes.
10/10
From High Rock to Raven Rock Hollow (MD rt. 491)
5.6 miles round trip
10/24
From US alt Route 40 A.T. parking lot (South Mountain inn) to Rocky Run Shelter
4.0 miles round trip
For further information, please call 301-791-4767 or e-mail steve.robertson@maryland.govEvent CostfreeEmailcecilia.melton@maryland.govPhone1-301-791-4767

Walk for Freedom
2018-10-20 10:00 - 12:00 | Discovery Station, 101 W Washington St, Hagerstown, MD, 21740, United States
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This is the third annual A21 Walk for Freedom in Hagerstown to raise awareness of human trafficking. It is an international event. Thousands from around the world in many cities are walking on this same day! It is a walk of silence. Participants wear black and walk single file as a group.

A21’s mission is to end modern day slavery. A21 is “a nonprofit organization fueled by radical hope that human beings everywhere will be rescued from bondage and completely restored. They are the abolitionists of the 21st century who work to free slaves and disrupt the demand. Human trafficking is destroying lives, but freedom will have the final word.”

The local goal this year is to raise $3000. All funds raised go to A21. Registration can be done on-line in advance or on the day of the walk at the Discovery Station, 101 West Washington Street, beginning at 9am. (No donation is required to join the walk. Donations can be made by check payable to A21.)

For more information about A21, please checkout their web site: a21.org

Ghost Tours of Historic Hagerstown
2018-10-19 19:00 - 21:00 | University Plaza, 50 W. Washington St., Hagerstown, MD, 21740, United States
By foot or by hay wagon, listen to spooky stories about some of City Center Hagerstown’s most haunted sites. From the mysterious noises surrounding City Hall to the vanishing horse steps in the old firehouse to the unearthed skeleton at the Maryland Theatre, history comes alive as tour guides regale stories from Hagerstown’s eerie past.
All tours depart from University Plaza, 50 W. Washington Street, Hagerstown, MD.
Walking tours leave University Plaza at 7:00 pm and 8:00 pm.
$3.00 (ages 12 and up)
$1 (ages 6-12)
Free (ages 5 and under)
Hay wagon tours leave University Plaza at 7:00, 8:00, and 9:00 pm. (Limited seats)
$6/hayride seat (children on laps free)

2018 Hagerstown Out of the Darkness Walk
2018-10-13 08:30 - 12:00 | Hagerstown City Park, 501 Virginia Ave, Hagerstown, MD, 21740, United States
Join us for the 6th annual Hagerstown Out of the Darkness Walk, taking place on Saturday, October 13th at City Park in Hagerstown.
Suicide is the 3rd leading cause of death for ages 10 to 35 in Maryland and every suicide affects at least 100 people in our community. However, suicide is preventable. With your support, we’ll be one step closer to achieving our bold goal of reducing the suicide rate 20% by 2025.
Funds raised from The Out of the Darkness Walks allow us to fund research, create educational programs, advocate for public policy, and support survivors of suicide loss.

Monster Dash 5k & 1k Trick or Treat Trail
2018-10-13 07:00 - 10:00 | Marty Snook Park, 17901 Halfway Blvd, Hagerstown, MD, 21740, United States
In partnership with Racine MultiSports, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Washington County, MD, Inc. (BBBS) is hosting the Monster Dash 5K & 1K Trick-or-Treat Trail to raise funds for mentoring kids in our community. The mission of BBBS is to provide children facing adversity with strong and enduring, professionally supported one-to-one relationships that change their lives for the better, forever. Your participation in our event directly supports our mission! Please join us on Saturday, October 13 at Marty Snook Memorial Park in Hagerstown. Participation is open to all ages!
This is a SUPER fun, SPOOKTACULAR family event as runners challenge themselves and support the strong, trusting one-to-one friendships BBBS is helping to create. All proceeds are used locally to brighten the future of children in neighborhoods and communities throughout Washington County.
Costumes are STRONGLY encouraged (cannot interfere with other runners), and there will be prizes awarded to the top 5K winners and best costumes. T-shirts are guaranteed until September 30, so register early to ensure you receive one. Participants will also receive a Monster Dash 5K & 1K Trick-or-Treat Trail race bib as a memento!
New this year is the 1K Trick-or-Treat Trail! People of all ages are invited to run or walk the 1K, trick-or-treat and enjoy the other fun activities planned along the way. The top three finishers will receive ribbons.
The event will take place at Marty Snook Memorial Park (17901 Halfway Blvd., Hagerstown).
Click here for more information.

Walk Maryland Day
2018-10-10 12:00 - 12:30 | Hagerstown Cultural Trail, 36 W Antietam St, Hagerstown, MD, 21740, United States
Come take a walk on the Hagerstown Cultural Tail at lunch time! The walk starts at noon at the Antietam St. trail entrance. All participants will receive a miniature Maryland flag! The walk will take about 30 minutes.
Walk Maryland Day Flyer

View the route here

Walk with Ease
2018-10-08 14:00 - 15:00 | Fairgrounds Park, 532 North Cannon Avenue, Hagerstown, MD, 21740, United States
Free program meets three times a week to encourage, support, and facilitate walking with ease for those in need of low-impact movement routine and encouragement. This program is supported by Arthritis Foundation, and provided by Meritus Medical Center, free. Meets in the Fit Room at Fairgrounds Park, 532 North Cannon Avenue, Hagerstown. 301-793-8577 x 170 for more info. https://www.hagerstownmd.org/fitforyou
Monday, Tuesdays, Thursdays, 2pm-3pm
Oct. 8- Nov. 15, 2018

Bike for Disabled Vets
2018-09-30 08:00 - 17:00 | Western Maryland Rail Trail, Fort Frederick State Park 11100 Fort Frederick Road, Big Pool, MD, 21711, United States
Welcome to our 1st Annual Bike for Disabled Vets Fundraiser
Help us raise money to provide disabled vets and their family members sporting opportunities that will help them heal. All services for disabled vets and their family members are free. In the winter we provide skiing and snowboarding and in the summer we provide waterskiing and cycling.
Visit bikefordisabledvets.org to learn more.

Bike Your Park - C&O Canal - Hancock
2018-09-29 09:30 - 12:00 | MD
Ride with a ranger on the C&O Canal towpath, which is packed dirt and small gravel. The public is invited! Fat tire and hybrid bikes recommended. Rain or shine. Suitable for beginners who can ride 16-miles, the towpath is fairly flat and the ride will be entirely off-road and away from motor vehicle traffic. Ride will start at the C&O Canal Little Tonoloway parking area at 9:30 am, Saturday, Sept. 29. If you would like to learn more about the Park before the ride, visit www.nps.gov/choh/

Mileage: 16

2018 Color Splash 5K Fun Run/Walk
2018-09-29 09:00 - 11:00 | Fairgrounds Park, 351 N. Cleveland Avenue, Hagerstown, MD, 21740, United States
HEAL’s Color Splash 5K Run/Walk is a unique family event where participants get “splashed” with an array of powder colors through the course. This “fun run” is geared towards all fitness levels. There will be a clock but no timing chips. There will be several different waves starting a few minutes apart.
After the race, enjoy healthy snacks and mingle with our sponsors in our After Party area.
IMPORTANT PARTICIPANT INFO:
Registration Cost:

Donate at least $25 during Washington County Gives on May 1st and receive a free promo code!
$30 from May 7th to September 8.
$40 from September 9 to September 28.

Online registration will close at noon on Friday, September 28th. Email shelbyd@ymcahagerstown.org for more information about family and group discounts.
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Walk with a Cop
2018-09-14 17:30 - 18:00 | Hagerstown Cultural Trail, 36 W Antietam St, Hagerstown, MD, 21740, United States
Join the Washington County Health Department and the Hagerstown Police Department for a walk on the Hagerstown Cultural Trail
Talk with a Hagerstown police officer and learn about safety in Hagerstown
Friday September 14, 2018
5:30 PM
Meet on the steps of the District Courthouse
36 West Antietam Street
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HARC Hike
2018-09-08 | Shepherd’s Spring Outdoor Retreat Center, 16869 Taylors Landing Road, Sharpsburg, MD, 21782, United States
Proceeds benefit HARC & Micah’s Backpack
Saturday, September 8, 2018
Hike distances: 4K (2.5 miles),10K (6.2 miles), orHalf marathon (13.1 miles)
Check in: 7 am, 9 am or 10:30 am depending on hike distance
Beautiful setting, walk/run, music, food and fun!
HARC Hike for Hunger & Hope is a non-competitive fundraising event open to all ages. This fully supported hike on the beautiful C&O Canal towpath. You can look forward to snacks, water & Gatorade refills along the way. All hikes will be along the C&O Canal in Maryland and will end at the beautiful Shepherd Springs Retreat Center with a very short hike through the woods. All hikes will end at our “Celebration” pavilion where participants can relax and enjoy a delicious lunch and friendships.
This year’s hike will include two levels of “photo scavenger hunt,” one for younger children to give them a fun activity while enjoying the outdoors, and the other for older youths and adults with prizes for the winners.
All hike groups are fully supported with “sweepers” to ensure everyone makes it back safely.
We will all meet at Shepherd’s Spring Outdoor Retreat Center and you will be driven to your start point. Start points on C&O Canal towpath are Taylor’s Landing, Snyder’s Landing, and Antietam Aqueduct. Walk or run back to Shepherd’s Spring while enjoying water & Gatorade refills and snacks along the way. Children can participate in a nature scavenger hunt or photo scavenger hunt. Youth teams are eligible to compete in the photo scavenger hunt challenge. Following your hike, enjoy a picnic, music, and fellowship.

Washington Goes Purple joins Walk with a Cop
2018-08-31 17:30 - 18:00 | Hagerstown Cultural Trail, Hagerstown Cultural Trail W. Antietam Street, Hagerstown, MD, 21740, United States
Click here to see the event on Facebook
Walk on the Hagerstown Cultural Trail with a cop! The walk will end at the Washington Goes Purple Kickoff at City Park.
Washington Goes Purple joins Walk with A Cop flyer
Come ready to:
1. Learn information about substance use and what to do if you witness an overdose from a Hagerstown Police officer.
2. Learn about the safety in the city of Hagerstown.
3. Learn what you should do to keep yourself safe if you want to take a walk in downtown Hagerstown.
4. Enjoy an evening stroll that supports your community!
Where: The walk will start at the corner of West Baltimore and Hood Street on the Hagerstown Cultural Trail (near the Mural of Unusual Size). We will walk to City Park for a candlelight vigil to shine a light on the opioid crisis happening in Washington County.
When: Friday, August 31, 2018
Time: 5:30 PM
Who: Bring your friends and family!
Make sure to wear purple!

Walking Movement Leader Training
2018-08-28 17:30 - 20:30 | Washington County Health Department Behavioral Health, 925 N Burhans Blvd, Hagerstown, MD, 21742, United States
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WALKING MOVEMENT LEADER TRAINING
Do you enjoy walking, connecting to your neighbors, learning about your community?
Do you have a passion such as art, music, fitness, history, food, etc. and are interested in learning how to shape your passion into a connection-focused walking experience to share with your community?
Join our FREE life@3mph movement by attending this training opportunity!
Become a Walking Movement Leader and learn how to facilitate walks, reach the community, and enjoy the many benefits of moving by foot. Please register and attend a walk event in your area!
Tuesday, August 28th 5:30-8:30 PM
Washington County Health Department Behavioral Health Services
925 North Burhans Blvd., Hagerstown, MD 21742
For more information & to RSVP go to one of the following:
Web: Walk2Connect.com/WalkMaryland
Facebook: @WalkMaryland
Email: Ana@walk2connect.com

Coffee Walk and Talk Walk
2018-08-28 10:00 - 11:00 | Robinwood Professional Center, 11110 Medical Campus Rd, Hagerstown, MD, 21742, United States
Fill up your coffee mug and taste some french pastries with us. We will walk to Safron Bakery, fill our mugs, get some pastries (participants will receive 10% discount at the bakery) and back.
See the flyer
RSVP at walk2connect.com/walkmaryland

Cultural Trail Exploration Walk
2018-08-27 17:00 - 18:00 | Hagerstown Cultural Trail, Hagerstown Cultural Trail W. Antietam Street, Hagerstown, MD, 21740, United States
Wander along the Cultural Trail with us as we explore our community. Monday 8/27 at 5pm.
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RSVP at walk2connect.com/walkmaryland

Walk to School Safely Walk
2018-08-27 14:00 - 15:00 | Bester Community of Hope, 370 Mill St, Hagerstown, MD, 21740, United States
Get ready for back to school by walking to Bester Elementary! Monday the 27th at 2pm.
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RSVP at walk2connect.com/walkmaryland

Senior Steppers Walk
2018-08-27 09:30 - 10:30 | Washington County Commission on Aging, 535 E Franklin St, Hagerstown, MD, 21740, United States
Join in for a gentle morning walk at the Washington County Commission on Aging. Come out & share your story as we stroll around the senior center. This is a community walk to get to know you & your neighbors a bit better. This will be a relaxed walk so everybody is welcome. So please, grab a buddy, neighbor or family & join the walk together! Monday the 27th at 9:30am.
See the flyer
Please RSVP at walk2connect.com/walkmaryland
