Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens Walk and Tour (11 Jul 2026)

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 13:30:00 GMT

One of the delights of mid-summer Washington is the exuberant display of water lilies and lotus flowers at Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens. If you've never seen them, you're in for a treat. If they're an annual pilgrimage for you, come with us this time.

The annual Lotus and Lily Festival is scheduled for the following weekend, July 18-19, but word has it the lilies and lotuses are already approaching their summer glory.

We will gather at the Visitors Center at 9:30 a.m. for introductions. Our plan is to piggyback on the ranger-led garden tour that begins at 10:00 a.m.

Here's a description of the tour from the park's website: "The talk will cover the history of the park, the water lilies and lotuses that are grown in the ponds, and the importance of the marshes that are connected to the ponds."

Bring your camera and binoculars on this picturesque walk as well as a brown bag lunch for afterwards.

Sorry, no doggies on this event.

This free 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 closes on Thursday, July 9.

Bring:

Water
Hat
Sunscreen/bug spray
Brown bag lunch
Binoculars (optional)
National Parks Passport (optional)

Please respect the trip leaders and other members and arrive on time - 9:30 a.m.

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National Gathering 2026 (21 Aug 2026)

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Fees are $230 - $390 based on lodging choice and length of stay

Friday (8/21/26) noon to Sunday (8/23/26) 3 pm

This 3-day/2-night option includes 7 meals from Friday lunch to Sunday lunch - $230 (excludes Private Rooms)

Friday (8/21/26) noon to Monday (8/24/26) 3 pm

This 4-day/3-night option includes 10 meals from Friday lunch to Monday lunch - $330 (Cabins, RV, Tent) and $390 (Private Room)

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Register and pay by July 31 to avoid a $25 late fee.
Registration Closes on August 17.
Scholarships are available to help you attend - application deadline July 17.

Cancellation Policy - if you cancel:

By July 20: Full refund
July 21 - July 31: $25 cancellation fee
August 1 - Aug 17: $50 cancellation fee only IF we are able to replace you with a new registration. Otherwise no refund.
August 18 or later: NO Refund

Note: Refunds for cancellations occurring August 1 or later will be processed after we return from the Gathering.

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Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens Walk and Tour (11 Jul 2026)

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