Events

EVENT: 50 HIKES WITH KIDS

Monday, July 15th, at 5pm

Join us in-store as author and educator Alison Humphreys presents the 50 most kid-friendly hikes in the mid-Atlantic states, with a focus on VA and MD! The latest edition of her 50 Hikes with Kids series incorporates maps, scavenger hunts, and fun facts to help us explore seaside dunes, lakes, and mountain trails. Kids are welcome, and activities will follow the presentation. This event is offered in partnership with our friends at Scrawl Books.
 
Please RSVP to howl@goodwolfgear.com to save a spot for yourself, your child, and friends! Light refreshments will be served.

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PAST EVENTS:

BACKPACKING BASICS

Wednesday, May 15th 6:30-8:00PM

Our dynamic duo of Doug and Joe are back with their third Backpacking Basics clinic! This informative evening will help you plan your first backpacking trip, or make your third more comfortable, more scenic, or lighter. The discussion will address apparel, gear, food, and hygiene, and will focus on considerations unique to backpacking.

Please RSVP to howl@goodwolfgear.com to save a spot for yourself and your adventure buddy! Refreshments will be served, with an optional pay-by-slice pizza dinner.

SELL OR SWAP: CLIMBING GEAR SWAP

Sunday, March 24th 11:00AM-1:00PM

Calling all climbers! Bring your bags, carabiners and your QuickDraws to Good Wolf Gear's inaugural Climbing Gear Swap! Chaney, Leigh, and Matias will host this event in our parking lot, so reserve one of our tables or tarps, or bring your own.

For event details (including rules) and to RSVP, click here. Snacks will be provided.

SPRING HIKING WITH A NATURALIST

Sunday, March 10th 4:30-6:00PM

Come join Joe, our resident Master Naturalist, to learn about springtime in Northern Virginia. He’ll share his favorite plants and animals to look for and his favorite places to go.
 
Seats are limited for Joe's well-attended events. Kindly RSVP to howl@goodwolfgear.com by Wednesday, March 6th.

POTOMAC APPALACHIAN TRAIL CLUB

Sunday, October 29th 1:00-4:00PM

Representatives from the PATC--Trail Guardians for over 1,000 miles of trails in MD, PA, VA & WV--will be in the shop to speak about their organization and discuss some of their incredible resources: PATC Maps and Cabins! Stop by their table to ask questions and share memories.
 

FALL-O-WEEN WITH A NATURALIST

Sunday, October 29th 5:30-7:00PM

Prepare for the fall hiking season with naturalist and GWG employee Joe! He'll discuss fall color, birds and migration, dead trees, and which local outdoor spaces we can visit to enjoy them.
 
Seats are limited for Joe's well-attended events. Kindly RSVP to howl@goodwolfgear.com by Thursday, October 26th.

EVERYTHING YOU WANTED TO KNOW ABOUT THE APPALACHIAN TRAIL BUT WERE AFRAID TO ASK

Saturday, June 24th 6:30-8:00PM

Did you know the legendary Appalachian Trail is less than an hour from Good Wolf Gear? Whether you want to enjoy "the footpath for the people" for an afternoon or overnight, or you're just curious about its history and culture, come learn about this destination with Joe! (He spent the last 4 years hiking the entire Appalachian Trail!)

Please email us at howl@goodwolfgear.com to save your spot! Light refreshments will be provided.

 

WOMEN IN THE OUTDOORS

Thursday, May 11th 6:30-8:00PM

Come hang out with Caroline and Isabel to discuss the nuances of being a woman in the outdoors! We have different needs in the outdoors, and we'd like a safe and friendly space to share our experiences and help find solutions. We'll swap tips, tricks, and traumas surrounding hygiene, safety, nutrition, and gear on the trail and in the backcountry.
 
Please email us at howl@goodwolfgear.com to save a spot for yourself and a gal pal! Light refreshments will be provided.
 

SCOUTS: PHILMONT CLINIC

Wednesday Apr 12th 6:00-7:30PM

Attention Scouts, Scouters, parents and friends of Scouting! Bring your packing list and any questions so our staff (a former Scoutmaster, and a Philmont Ranger!) can outfit you for 12 days of high adventure! Doug and Chris know about the desert climate and rugged terrain of the Rockies and will find the best combination of new and broken-in gear to get you prepared.

Please RSVP to howl@goodwolfgear.com to save your spot. Snacks and light refreshments provided.

BACKPACKING BASICS

Sunday Apr 23rd 5:00-6:30PM

Back by popular demand is our Backpacking Basics clinic hosted by hiker and GWG employees Joe and Doug! From gear demos to pack fittings to stories about life on the trail, this informative event will help you prepare for your first backpacking adventure, or help you gather tips to make your third even better.
 
Please RSVP to howl@goodwolfgear.com to save your spot. Snacks and light refreshments provided.