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Monday 9am - 5pm Tuesday 9am - 5pm Wednesday 9am - 5pm Thursday 9am - 5pm Friday 9am - 5pm

ThorpeWood

ThorpeWood reconnects humans and nature to promote mental health, wellness, and environmental stewardship.

ThorpeWood is a 155-acre mountain retreat located in the Catoctin Mountains near Thurmont, MD. Our beautiful setting of forests, meadows, an arboretum, wetlands, and native trout streams provides a tranquil location for our primary mission – to be the "natural resource" choice for area non-profits exploring nature, retreating, and learning with horses. Also, ideal for corporate retreats, wedding, anniversaries, birthdays, etc.

06/08/2026

Join us on Tuesday for our monthly Nature on Tap speaker series at RAK Brewing Co. in Downtown Frederick. Grab a bite and a beer with other nature lovers and get ready to learn!

This month's topic is "Night Sounds of Western Maryland" with Kevin Dodge, amateur comedian and Director of the Natural Resources and Wildlife Technology Program at Garrett College. Kevin is a knowledgable, passionate scientist and also loves audience participation, so prepare to laugh while learning about Maryland's noisy nocturnal animals!

This is a free event, though we recommend arriving early as seating is limited.

Programs like Nature on Tap are made possible through the generosity of our community. If you’d like to support Nature on Tap and ThorpeWood’s other free nature education programs, please consider making a donation: https://thorpewood.org/get-involved/donate/

We look forward to seeing you on Tuesday, June 9th at 6pm!

06/01/2026

If you or someone you know could benefit from our grief support programs, we'd love to connect. Reach out to learn more about available programs, resources, and upcoming opportunities for support.

05/22/2026

Please join us for our May Grief Support Group and Hike on Saturday, May 30th. We will meet at the ThorpeWood Lodge at 9am.

These monthly grief support groups and hikes are offered at no cost through the Umbrella Project. Facilitated by a professional grief counselor, each 90-minute support group is followed by an optional hour-long hike of moderate intensity.

We look forward to supporting you on the 30th.

Registration appreciated: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/3auw4me

05/09/2026

Step outside. Slow down. See differently.

Join us at ThorpeWood for a peaceful morning of nature photography with Master Naturalist, Melissa Chase. This workshop is all about learning to notice, and capture, the beauty that’s already around you.

Saturday, May 16th
9AM - 11AM

- Bring a digital camera (DSLR preferred, cell phones welcome!)
- Dress for the weather
- This workshop is offered at no cost, though donations to support our mission are always welcome: https://thorpewood.org/get-involved/donate/

Come for the photos - leave feeling grounded, inspired, and more connected to nature.

Space is limited! Register at the link below: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/7qnxcj4

05/08/2026

Join us for our monthly Nature on Tap speaker series at RAK Brewing Co. in Downtown Frederick. Grab a bite and a beer with other nature lovers and get ready to learn!

This month, environmental educator, Dr. Clare Walker, will present “Woodlands and Wildflowers: Finding Ways to Thrive in the Shade.” Explore the fascinating adaptations that allow woodland plants to flourish beneath the forest canopy - from spring ephemerals and native orchids to fungal partnerships and parasitic plants. Along the way, we’ll discover species like bluebells, columbine, and ghost pipes, and learn about some wonderful plant options for shady yards and gardens.

This is a free event, though we recommend arriving early as seating is limited. Programs like Nature on Tap are made possible through the generosity of our community. If you’d like to support Nature on Tap and ThorpeWood’s other free nature education programs, please consider making a donation: https://thorpewood.org/get-involved/donate/

We look forward to seeing you on Tuesday, May 12th at 6pm!

04/20/2026

We were out on the AT this past weekend, hiking a section our participants will soon traverse.

Shakedown hikes aren’t just an opportunity to survey the route, they’re an important training opportunity for new Trip Leaders. But the trail is just part of the story…

The real work happens behind the scenes- gear checks, meal prep, shuttle runs, slack packing and the logistics that make these trips possible.

We are heading into the 2026 backpacking season ready and grateful for the volunteers that step in and carry this work forward.

04/18/2026

Registration for our April Grief Support Group and Hike on Saturday, April 25th is now open. We will meet at the ThorpeWood Lodge at 9am.

These monthly grief support groups and hikes are offered at no cost through ThorpeWood's nature-based grief support program, The Umbrella Project. Facilitated by a professional grief counselor, each 90-minute support group is followed by an optional hour-long hike of moderate intensity.

We look forward to supporting you on the 25th. 💚

Registration appreciated: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/9842xms

04/09/2026

Garden season is waking up at ThorpeWood!

With the help of some amazing students from Hood College , our garden is getting a fresh start - beds prepped, seeds planted, and a new little greenhouse coming to life, generously donated by one of our incredible volunteers and built by these hardworking students. And of course, Scratch was on-site making sure quality control standards were… loosely followed!

There’s something powerful about getting our hands in soil, especially when it’s our own compost, coming full circle. At ThorpeWood, environmental stewardship isn’t just a value, it’s a responsibility. A commitment to tending the earth with intention, respect, and care so it can continue to support all who find healing here.

04/06/2026

We’re rolling up our sleeves for Earth Day!

On Wednesday, April 22nd at 11am, the ThorpeWood team will be cleaning up a large section of Catoctin Hollow Road.

Caring for the environment is a core part of our mission. We believe that when people feel connected to nature, they’re more likely to protect it. This is one simple, tangible way to do just that.

If you’d like to join us, we’d love the extra hands. *This opportunity is best suited for adult volunteers.

Email: [email protected] for more details.

Show up. Do good. Leave it better. 🌿

04/01/2026

Your mission, should you choose to accept it: join City Nature Challenge as a citizen scientist and capture photo evidence of local wildlife and plants. Help Mobilize Frederick and the DC Metro team climb the global leaderboard and turn your discoveries into real data that supports sustainability and conservation efforts in our community and around the world!

Using the iNaturalist app, we'll record plant and animal species at ThorpeWood, contributing to an international data collection effort that brings insight to the fight against climate change and its impact.

Bring:
- Walking shoes
- Smart phone
- Lunch, if you want to stay to enjoy a picnic!

This is a free event, but registration is required: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/sdah88c

Address

12805A Mink Farm Road
Thurmont, MD
21788

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+13012712823

Website

http://www.Thorpewood.org/

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