Riverbend Park
Riverbend Park offers over 10 miles of hiking trails, as well as excellent opportunities for nature observation, including bald eagles, and is less than 30 minutes from GWG.
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Good Wolf Gathering: Spring Hiking with a NaturalistGood Wolf Gathering: Spring Hiking with a Naturalist
SPRING HIKING WITH A NATURALISTWednesday, March 26th from 6:30-8:30PM Come join Joe, our resident Master Naturalist, to learn about springtime in Northern Virginia! He’ll share his favorite plants and animals...
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Native plants: Do I smell spring?Native plants: Do I smell spring?
Skunk cabbage has the dual distinction of having one of the least-appealing names and the earliest blooms of our local spring wildflowers. The flowers do have an unpleasant smell that...
Joe Steiner |
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Raven Rocks and Bear's DenRaven Rocks and Bear's Den
The Raven Rocks and Bear's Den trailheads are the closest Appalachian Trail access to GWG and offer excellent hiking.
Joe Steiner |
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A Lighting Epiphany: Rechargeable LightsA Lighting Epiphany: Rechargeable Lights
I've had an epiphany about the benefits of rechargeable lights, which allow you to start every trip with a full charge and offer the option to recharge if necessary.
Joe Steiner |
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Elizabeth Furnace Recreation AreaElizabeth Furnace Recreation Area
Elizabeth Furnace Recreation Area is about an hour and 15 minutes west of GWG and offers trails to Signal Knob, a year-round campground, and many backpacking opportunities on Massanutten Mountain.
Joe Steiner |
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Trout Pond and (Good) Wolf GapTrout Pond and (Good) Wolf Gap
Trout Pond and Wolf Gap Recreation Areas are located just across the W.V. line, less than 2 hours from Good Wolf Gear. Hike to Big Schloss and Tibbet Knob, or...
Joe Steiner |
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Sky MeadowsSky Meadows
Sky Meadows is an hour from Good Wolf Gear and is popular for day hiking. It is one of the best destinations for beginning backpackers and provides access to the...
Joe Steiner |
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Catoctin Mountain ParkCatoctin Mountain Park
Catoctin Mountain Park is located in Maryland, about 80 minutes north of GWG, and is managed by the National Park Service. The park features popular trails on the east side,...
Joe Steiner |
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Food: Grocery Go-TosFood: Grocery Go-Tos
I enjoy the convenience of freeze-dried dinners after a long day of hiking, especially if I add some spices, but I also have my budget-friendly favorites from the supermarket that...
Joe Steiner |
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Native plants: Pick up a PawpawNative plants: Pick up a Pawpaw
On a warm fall day, there is nothing like the sweet taste of a ripe Pawpaw (also paw-paw or paw paw) that is still cool from the morning. The flavor...
Joe Steiner |
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Gear: Stop Bugging Me!Gear: Stop Bugging Me!
It isn't summer without bugs, and you don't want to be on their menu. Hopefully these tips will keep you outside all summer and off of the menu!
Joe Steiner |
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Travel: Tips for Village-to-Village hiking in EuropeTravel: Tips for Village-to-Village hiking in Europe
You can hire a company to arrange logistics, including baggage transport; Trails are generally more developed than US trails; You will avoid the crowds and see the local culture; Enjoy...
Joe Steiner |
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Shenandoah: Backcountry PermitsShenandoah: Backcountry Permits
Did you know that Shenandoah National Park now requires permits for overnight stays in the backcountry? Permits for Old Rag parking have been required since 2022, and the backcountry permits...
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