Volunteering to help the park: A work crew installs a bench near Great Falls in 2016.
Supporting park projects: Catoctin Aqueduct after collapse in 1973
Supporting park projects: Catoctin Aqueduct after restoration effort in 2011
Exploring history and nature: Sideling Hill Creek Aqueduct as viewed from the Western Maryland Rail Trail.
Protecting the canal since 1954: The association opposes Georgetown University’s plan to build a large boathouse in the park
Protecting the canal since 1954: The association opposes Georgetown University’s plan to build a large boathouse in the park
Exploring history and nature: Hikers gather at Fifteen Mile Creek Aqueduct in 2018.
Protecting the canal since 1954: Justice Douglas and eight others pause during their famous hike, which publicized the canal in 1954
Exploring history and nature: Ranger provides interpretation for hikers at Seneca Stone Cutting Mill in 2020.
Exploring history and nature: Hikers marvel at a large specimen during a tree identification walk in 2012
Volunteering to help the park: Association volunteer attaches plaque to newly installed bench in 2018.
Exploring history and nature: Association members participate in the last day of the 2009 Thru Hike at Great Falls
Volunteering to help the park: Association member helps install an identification sign at Landers in 2011
Exploring history and nature: Hikers gather at Dam 5 in 2019.
Protecting the canal since 1954: Justice Douglas and others rally against replacing the canal with a highway.
Volunteering to help the park: Association members repaint picnic tables at Swains Lock
Volunteering to help the park: Association volunteers assemble picnic table in 2018.
What if you could unlock a world of adventure and connection for your family? Imagine riding bikes on the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park at Big Slackwater, off Dam 4 Road, in Williamsport, where the gentle flow of the Potomac River and lush greenery surround you. Your kids will thrive on the excitement of exploration, and you'll cherish the opportunity to forge lifelong memories with your loved ones. And, with breathtaking views and historic landmarks along the way, you'll be inspired to capture the moment in all its beauty! 🚴♀️📸 Make a weekend of it, and Reserve a Night in History! Fuel up with subs and snacks at Deliteful Dairy, and stay at a rustic restored C&O Canal/Potomac River Lock Keeper's Cottage (also known as the Dam 4 Canal House), an 1841 historic home located at Mile 84.6 - reserve your visit at: www.canaltrust.org/philanthropic/canal-quarters.
Photos from The Great Bicycle Tour's post
Hopefully someone will remove the stickers soon.