OUTDOOR ADVENTURES

Explore the parks and natural areas of Prince George’s County this May! Participate in a hike or bike ride. Enjoy new scenery and activities while reaping the benefits of exercising in nature.

Saturday, May 6, 8-10 am

Healthy Trails 5K Walk/Run for Armed Forces & Veterans

Whether you’re racing to beat your fastest time or taking a stroll with friends or family, this event is for everyone! A portion of the proceeds will support the Department of Parks and Recreation’s Healthy Minds Healthy Bodies program for veterans within Prince George’s County. Online registration closes April 30. Register at pgparksdirect.com. For more information, please visit wellness.pgparks.com or contact us at wellness@pgparks.com.

All ages

Fee: April 1-30: $25 (Resident); $33 (Non-Resident) On site registration May 6: $30 (Resident); $38 (Non-Resident)

In Person PARKS DIRECT: SPD-SPEC-GA-20230506

Virtual PARKS DIRECT: SPD-SPEC-GA-20230506A

Saturday, May 6, 9-10:30 am

White Marsh Fitness Hike

Hiking can calm the mind and relieve stress. To kick off Health and Fitness Month, participants will meet at Bowie Community Center for a hike on the 3-mile White Marsh Loop Trail (White Marsh Park). Loop trail is beginner friendly. Water and light snacks provided. Fitness shoes or hiking boots required.

Ages 13 & up; FREE Bowie Community Center bowiecc@pgparks.com

PARKS DIRECT: BCC-SPEC-GA-20230506

Saturday, May 6, 9-11 am

South Bowie Community Dog-Walk

Explore nature with your four-legged friends! Join us on a 1.5 mile walk with your pet from South Bowie Community Center to the Hansel and Gretel Community Park and back. Let it discover the sights and smells along the way. Strengthen your bond with your pet while improving your overall wellbeing. All dogs must have a current rabies vaccination and must remain on a max. 6-foot leash (nonretractable).

All ages; FREE South Bowie Community Center southbowiecc@pgparks.com

PARKS DIRECT: SBCC-SPEC-GA-20230506

Sunday, May 7, 1-2:30 pm

Bicycle Nature Tour: Mixed Ages

Hit the park trails with us! Enjoy the beauty of what nature and a guided bike tour offers you in the fresh air of the great outdoors! Improve your cardiovascular fitness, strengthen your bones, and increase your joint mobility! Begin your low impact adventure with us today by use of our bikes or trikes and helmet or bring your own!

Ages 8 & up; FREE Bladensburg Waterfront Park bladensburgwp@pgparks.com

PARKS DIRECT: 22652-208A

Tuesday, May 23, 10 am-12 noon

Old Maryland Farm Gardening Day

Come help the staff at Old Maryland Farm prepare our garden beds for the growing season and learn how to create your own garden to grow healthy foods at home. Participants may help with weeding the beds and planting seeds and seedlings.

Ages 10 & up; FREE Old Maryland Farm oldmarylandfarm@pgparks.com

PARKS DIRECT: OMF-SPEC-GA-20230523

Saturday, May 27, 9 am-12 noon

Cycle Through Aviation History

Discover 250 years of flight in a guided, bicycle tour along the Anacostia River Trail, from the first balloon flight in America to intriguing 20th century inventions and industry. The ride will be a flat, 10-mile ride. Advance registration is required. If you would like to participate, but do not have access to a bike, please call a week in advance to reserve a bike.

Ages 13 & up

(Ages 17 & under must be accompanied by adult.)

Fee: Resident $3; Non-Resident $4 College Park Aviation Museum collegeparkaviation@pgparks.com

PARKS DIRECT: CPAM-SPEC-GA-20230527