Paddle the Patuxent

Paddle the Patuxent

We had so much fun exploring Mattawoman Creek in August, we decided to do it again, but on a different body of water. Come explore the Patuxent River with Becky and Leah.

This time we will carry our lunch with us and will stop to eat at Mt. Calvert Historical & Archaeological Park. There may even be picnic tables there, but there is definitely a large grassy lawn if no tables.

The Patuxent River is the most important freshwater tidal estuary in the Chesapeake Bay region. Jug Bay has been designated an "Important Birding Area" by the National Audubon Society.

Beginner to advanced kayakers are all welcome!

Reservations are required; however this time, please indicate on your registration if you are bringing your own boat or will need a rental.

If renting, you will be asked to bring cash (either $25 or $30). Becky will then reserve a fleet of boats for the whole group. PFDs will be included with your rental. Taxes are already included in the above fees.

If bringing your own boat, be sure and also bring your own PFD and safety whistle. There is no launch fee if you bring your own boat.

PFDs are required for all paddlers and must be worn properly (not strapped on the deck of your kayak) throughout the entire trip.

This activity is open to members and non-members of Women Outdoors. Non-members are welcome to attend two WO events as guests. On your third event, we'll ask you to join the Mid-Atlantic Region of Women Outdoors. You can also join right now by clicking on this Join Us link.

Registration is limited to 12 participants and will close on Friday, September 9, whichever comes first.

Bring (if bringing your own boat):

• Paddle
• Safety whistle

Specific meeting location and inclement weather information. Your automatic confirmation email will provide the exact location where we will meet for the event. It will also provide information on possible cancellation if required by weather conditions. (Scroll all the way to the bottom of the email.)

The automatic confirmation email is the only email you will receive about this event. There is A LOT of important information in that email about this event. Be sure and save it or print it out.

COVID-19 Message 

Are you vaccinated? Please let us know when you register. Based on that response, we can tailor appropriate CDC safety protocols for this get-together.

• Read WO's COVID guidelines.

• WO members and guests must agree to our COVID-19 Safety Agreement & Assumption of Risk Statement during the registration process.

RSVP and Cancellation – IMPORTANT – PLEASE READ

Be sure to copy down the address and trip leader contact information from the confirmation email to bring with you as there might not be good cell service at the event location.

If you register but then are unable to attend, please cancel your registration. Events may be cancelled due to lack of attendance, as well as changes in weather or other circumstances. 

If you must cancel at the last minute, call or text the event host/trip leader (see your confirmation email for contact details) and let her know who it is who is calling/texting.

To Cancel: Go to your Registration List

• Click on this event in your list.
• Click on the Already registered link under the REGISTER button.
• At the next page that opens with your registration form, click on the CANCEL REGISTRATION button, and then again click on Cancel Registration on the pop-up form.
• Ignore the link to contact the administrator.