What we’re about
Washington Women Outdoors (WWO) is a non-profit organization founded in the Fall of 1977 and recognized by the IRS as a 501(c)(3) in the Spring of 1979, that is run almost entirely by volunteers. We engage in outdoor activities in the Washington, DC area where women share skills, experience, strengths, and support to enhance and expand each woman's world. We welcome women of diverse ages, races, and lifestyles. WWO provides instruction by women for women. Activities are available for all skill levels to inspire the beginner and to challenge the more advanced.
WWO members are independent women who seek adventure in the outdoors. We have a passion for hiking, biking, rock climbing, caving, backpacking, kayaking, cross country skiing, horseback riding, hang gliding, and anything that tests our strength and broadens our horizons. We enjoy meeting new people who want to travel with us to beautiful places in the wilderness. If you are open to learning new things in a supportive environment and enjoy sharing the outdoors with other women, we invite you to join us.
WWO is different than typical Meetup groups. We scout our hiking and biking trips. Each trip is led by two leaders. One leader stays at the front of the group and the second leader is the sweep. Each participant is encouraged to participate at her own pace, and the sweep is there to ensure that no one is left behind. We want each participant to go at their own pace so that they enjoy their experience and come back to the outdoors.
Please visit our website: https://washingtonwomenoutdoors.org/ for more information and to register for events.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Western MoCo Agriculture Reserve Bicycle RideRiley's Lock, Seneca Creek, Poolesville, Md, Poolesville , MD
35 miles, 2000 feet elevation. Scenic rural roads with several challenging climbs. For Intermediate and Advanced riders.
Members $0; Non-members $15.
Register here: Western MoCo Agriculture Reserve Bicycle RideLeaving from Riley’s Lock, we will explore the western reaches of the Montgomery County Agriculture Reserve along low-traffic roads, passing working farms, cornfields and woodlands. The ride begins with two climbs that will get your heart pumping with a few more challenging hills for good measure before we end. But it’s well worth the effort! This ride is suitable for intermediate riders (who like hills) and advanced riders.
After the ride, we invite you to join us in collecting trash along Riley's Lock Road, the "Rustic Road" that WWO has adopted as part of the County's program to preserve historic and scenic roadways and keep them litter free.
- You must register and pay for this event on our website at this link: Western MoCo Agriculture Bicycle Ride. Although this ride is FREE for Members, please register! Register early on our website to reserve your spot!
- No further trip details will be provided on Meetup. Upon completion of registration and the waiver, trip information will be forwarded by email. If you do not see confirmation email from Washington Women Outdoors in your in-box, immediately check your spam folder.
If you're not ready to register for this event and would like more information, please email: bike@washingtonwomenoutdoors.org
Find out about WWO Member benefits at this link: WWO Membership Information
- Mason Neck State Park (Virginia)Mason Neck State Park, Lorton, VA
Register for this hike on our website at this link: WWO - Mason Neck Virginia State Park
$7 members; $10 non-membersThis hike is suitable for beginners and intermediate hikers.
Miles: 5.3
Rating: Level 3 (Hiking Rating Scales)Mason Neck is a diverse ecosystem of wetlands, forest, open water, ponds, and fields making it ideal for environmental study and wildlife observation. This park has an area of 1,814 acres is home to bald eagles, great blue herons, ospreys, and many other types of wildlife including deer, snakes, and turtles. Hopefully, we can spy some of these beautiful birds as we walk along the beach or out to marsh to a bird blind.
Although this hike is FREE for Premium Members, please register!
Find out about WWO Member benefits at this link:
Become a WWO MemberUpon completion of registration and the waiver, trip information will be forwarded by email. If you do not see confirmation email from Washington Women Outdoors in your in-box, immediately check your spam folder.
No further trip details will be provided on Meetup.
There is limited space on this event. Register early on our website to reserve your spot!If you're not ready to register for this event and would like more information, please email: hike@washingtonwomenoutdoors.org
- James River Face Wilderness Backpacking TripNeeds location
The James River Face Wilderness Area is a pristine natural sanctuary nestled within the Blue Ridge Mountains. This designated wilderness encompasses a rugged and picturesque landscape, characterized by steep slopes, dense forests, and the meandering James River. Hikers exploring this area can witness the breathtaking sight of the river cutting through the mountains, creating a geologic marvel known as a “water gap.” With its remote and unspoiled beauty, the James River Face Wilderness offers a serene and immersive experience for nature lovers seeking solitude and adventure.
This trip is for advanced backpackers.
Miles: 14.0 (roundtrip)
Rating: Level 12 (View Hiking Rating Scale)
$25 members; $30 non-members
Register for this event on our website here.
All trip details including equipment list, meetup spot, and driving directions will be provided by email the week prior to the trip.
NOTE: No further trip details will be provided on Meetup.
There is limited space for this event.
Register early on our website to reserve your spot! If you're not ready to register for this event but would like more information, please email: backpack@washingtontonwomenoutdoors.org.
Find out about WWO Member benefits here:
https://washingtonwomenoutdoors.org/membership-fees/. - Kent Island Ramble Bicycle RideStevensville, Stevensville, MD
35 miles – completely flat roads and bike path. This is a great ride for advanced beginners and above. Members - $0, Nonmembers - $15.00.
Register here: Kent Island Bicycle Ramble
Kent Island is the largest island in the Chesapeake Bay and was the location of the first European settlement in Maryland. From its earliest inhabitants (Matapeake Indians) to its present-day status as the gateway to the Eastern Shore, Kent Island has played a vital role in the history of Maryland.
Join WWO for a beautiful ride on Kent Island. We will travel on a paved bike path that traverses the island, detouring to see neighborhoods, water views, and a community fishing pier. There are multiple stops to admire the views. Moderate social pace, with a leader and a sweep. As with all our rides, no one will be left behind. To participate:- You must register and pay for this event on our website at this link: Kent Island Bicycle Ramble. Although this ride is FREE for Premium Members, please register! Register early on our website to reserve your spot!
- No further trip details will be provided on Meetup. Upon completion of registration and the waiver, trip information will be forwarded by email. If you do not see confirmation email from Washington Women Outdoors in your in-box, immediately check your spam folder.
If you're not ready to register for this event and would like more information, please email: bike@washingtonwomenoutdoors.org
Find out about WWO Member benefits at this link: WWO Membership Information
