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February  Custom Walks
Feb
21
to Feb 25

February Custom Walks

February Custom Walks

Take ownership of your 2022. Commit to striking a balance. Commit to showing up as your most grounded, present, engaged self. Commit to getting outside and active. Imagine inhaling deep breaths of cold, crisp, fresh air. Connect with your pals in an authentic way.

Let Elements do the guiding so you can relax your noggin!

SCHEDULE AN OUTING:

  1. Email me, Margaret at mrietano@theelementsdc.com and tell me:

    1. the date(s) you are hoping to schedule

    2. how long an outing: 90 minutes, 2 hour, half day or full day

    3. how many friends you are hoping to include

    4. I’ll respond with date/time/location options.

    5. I’ll then set up a registration link for you and your friends to register.

    6. All registered will receive an email the day before the walk with any extra details.

For questions re our covid protocols etc, click here: FAQ’s

COST: starting at $40/walker for 90 minute +/- walk

For questions re our covid protocols etc, click here: FAQ’s

Minimum of 4 participants/max of 6’ish

LOCATION:

  • The skies the limit. Organizer and Elements Guide (Margaret) can decide where and when you and your pals want to ramble. Once details are determined, Elements will send out confirmation and logistical information.

  • Mileage & Trail Conditions: TBD


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more February  Custom Walks
Feb
14
to Feb 15

more February Custom Walks

February Custom Walks

Take ownership of your 2022. Commit to striking a balance. Commit to showing up as your most grounded, present, engaged self. Commit to getting outside and active. Imagine inhaling deep breaths of cold, crisp, fresh air. Connect with your pals in an authentic way.

Let Elements do the guiding so you can relax your noggin!

SCHEDULE AN OUTING:

  1. Email me, Margaret at mrietano@theelementsdc.com and tell me:

    1. the date(s) you are hoping to schedule

    2. how long an outing: 90 minutes, 2 hour, half day or full day

    3. how many friends you are hoping to include

    4. I’ll respond with date/time/location options.

    5. I’ll then set up a registration link for you and your friends to register.

    6. All registered will receive an email the day before the walk with any extra details.

For questions re our covid protocols etc, click here: FAQ’s

COST: starting at $40/walker for 90 minute +/- walk

For questions re our covid protocols etc, click here: FAQ’s

Minimum of 4 participants/max of 6’ish

LOCATION:

  • The skies the limit. Organizer and Elements Guide (Margaret) can decide where and when you and your pals want to ramble. Once details are determined, Elements will send out confirmation and logistical information.

  • Mileage & Trail Conditions: TBD


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February  Custom Walks  (reserved for LoCascio group)
Feb
9
11:00 AM11:00

February Custom Walks (reserved for LoCascio group)

  • Sooapstone Valley Trail to Rock Creek Park (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

February Custom Walks

Take ownership of your 2022. Commit to striking a balance. Commit to showing up as your most grounded, present, engaged self. Commit to getting outside and active. Imagine inhaling deep breaths of cold, crisp, fresh air. Connect with your pals in an authentic way.

Let Elements do the guiding so you can relax your noggin!

SCHEDULE AN OUTING:

  1. Email me, Margaret at mrietano@theelementsdc.com and tell me:

    1. the date(s) you are hoping to schedule

    2. how long an outing: 90 minutes, 2 hour, half day or full day

    3. how many friends you are hoping to include

    4. I’ll respond with date/time/location options.

    5. I’ll then set up a registration link for you and your friends to register.

    6. All registered will receive an email the day before the walk with any extra details.

For questions re our covid protocols etc, click here: FAQ’s

COST: $45/walker for 2 hour walk (min of 4 walkers or $180.00)

For questions re our covid protocols etc, click here: FAQ’s

Minimum of 4 participants/max of 6’ish

LOCATION:

  • The skies the limit. Organizer and Elements Guide (Margaret) can decide where and when you and your pals want to ramble. Once details are determined, Elements will send out confirmation and logistical information.

  • Mileage & Trail Conditions: TBD


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February  Custom Walks
Feb
7
to Feb 9

February Custom Walks

February Custom Walks

Take ownership of your 2022. Commit to striking a balance. Commit to showing up as your most grounded, present, engaged self. Commit to getting outside and active. Imagine inhaling deep breaths of cold, crisp, fresh air. Connect with your pals in an authentic way.

Let Elements do the guiding so you can relax your noggin!

SCHEDULE AN OUTING:

  1. Email me, Margaret at mrietano@theelementsdc.com and tell me:

    1. the date(s) you are hoping to schedule

    2. how long an outing: 90 minutes, 2 hour, half day or full day

    3. how many friends you are hoping to include

    4. I’ll respond with date/time/location options.

    5. I’ll then set up a registration link for you and your friends to register.

    6. All registered will receive an email the day before the walk with any extra details.

For questions re our covid protocols etc, click here: FAQ’s

COST: starting at $40/walker for 90 minute +/- walk

For questions re our covid protocols etc, click here: FAQ’s

Minimum of 4 participants/max of 6’ish

LOCATION:

  • The skies the limit. Organizer and Elements Guide (Margaret) can decide where and when you and your pals want to ramble. Once details are determined, Elements will send out confirmation and logistical information.

  • Mileage & Trail Conditions: TBD


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January Custom Walks
Jan
3
to Jan 13

January Custom Walks

January Custom Walks

Take ownership of your 2022. Commit to striking a balance. Commit to showing up as your most grounded, present, engaged self. Commit to getting outside and active. Imagine inhaling deep breaths of cold, crisp, fresh air. Connect with your pals in an authentic way.

Let Elements do the guiding so you can relax your noggin!

SCHEDULE AN OUTING:

  1. Email me, Margaret at mrietano@theelementsdc.com and tell me:

    1. the date(s) you are hoping to schedule

    2. how long an outing: 90 minutes, 2 hour, half day or full day

    3. how many friends you are hoping to include

    4. I’ll respond with date/time/location options.

    5. I’ll then set up a registration link for you and your friends to register.

    6. All registered will receive an email the day before the walk with any extra details.

For questions re our covid protocols etc, click here: FAQ’s

COST: starting at $40/walker for 90 minute +/- walk

For questions re our covid protocols etc, click here: FAQ’s

Minimum of 4 participants/max of 6’ish

LOCATION:

  • The skies the limit. Organizer and Elements Guide (Margaret) can decide where and when you and your pals want to ramble. Once details are determined, Elements will send out confirmation and logistical information.

  • Mileage & Trail Conditions: TBD


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DECEMBER Custom Walks between Dec. 20 and Dec 22
Dec
20
to Dec 22

DECEMBER Custom Walks between Dec. 20 and Dec 22

  • Google Calendar ICS

December Custom Walks

2021 have you feeling overwhelmed and exhausted? Miss seeing friends? Tired of covid and variants and vaccine debates? We are here for you and your friends.

Take ownership of your December. Cross the 2021 finish line with a smile. Commit to striking a balance. Commit to showing up as your most grounded, present, engaged self. Commit to getting outside and active. Imagine inhaling deep breaths of cold, crisp, fresh air. Connect with your pals in an authentic way.

Let Elements do the guiding so you can relax your noggin!

SCHEDULE AN OUTING:

  1. Email me, Margaret at mrietano@theelementsdc.com and tell me:

    1. the date(s) you are hoping to schedule

    2. how long an outing: 90 minutes, 2 hour, half day or full day

    3. how many friends you are hoping to include

    4. I’ll respond with date/time/location options.

    5. I’ll then set up a registration link for you and your friends to register.

    6. All registered will receive an email the day before the walk with any extra details.

For questions re our covid protocols etc, click here: FAQ’s

COST: starting at $40/walker for 90 minute +/- walk

For questions re our covid protocols etc, click here: FAQ’s

Minimum of 4 participants/max of 6’ish

LOCATION:

  • The skies the limit. Organizer and Elements Guide (Margaret) can decide where and when you and your pals want to ramble. Once details are determined, Elements will send out confirmation and logistical information.

  • Mileage & Trail Conditions: TBD


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DECEMBER Custom Walks between Dec. 13 and Dec 15
Dec
13
to Dec 15

DECEMBER Custom Walks between Dec. 13 and Dec 15

December Custom Walks

2021 have you feeling overwhelmed and exhausted? Miss seeing friends? Tired of covid and variants and vaccine debates? We are here for you and your friends.

Take ownership of your December. Cross the 2021 finish line with a smile. Commit to striking a balance. Commit to showing up as your most grounded, present, engaged self. Commit to getting outside and active. Imagine inhaling deep breaths of cold, crisp, fresh air. Connect with your pals in an authentic way.

Let Elements do the guiding so you can relax your noggin!

SCHEDULE AN OUTING:

  1. Email me, Margaret at mrietano@theelementsdc.com and tell me:

    1. the date(s) you are hoping to schedule

    2. how long an outing: 90 minutes, 2 hour, half day or full day

    3. how many friends you are hoping to include

    4. I’ll respond with date/time/location options.

    5. I’ll then set up a registration link for you and your friends to register.

    6. All registered will receive an email the day before the walk with any extra details.

For questions re our covid protocols etc, click here: FAQ’s

COST: starting at $40/walker for 90 minute +/- walk

Minimum of 4 participants/max of 6’ish

LOCATION:

  • The skies the limit. Organizer and Elements Guide (Margaret) can decide where and when you and your pals want to ramble. Once details are determined, Elements will send out confirmation and logistical information.

  • Mileage & Trail Conditions: TBD


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DECEMBER Custom Walks between Nov 30 and Dec 3
Nov
29
to Dec 2

DECEMBER Custom Walks between Nov 30 and Dec 3

December Custom Walks

2021 have you feeling overwhelmed and exhausted? Miss seeing friends? Tired of covid and variants and vaccine debates? We are here for you and your friends.

Take ownership of your December. Cross the 2021 finish line with a smile. Commit to striking a balance. Commit to showing up as your most grounded, present, engaged self. Commit to getting outside and active. Imagine inhaling deep breaths of cold, crisp, fresh air. Connect with your pals in an authentic way.

Let Elements do the guiding so you can relax your noggin!

SCHEDULE AN OUTING:

  1. Email me, Margaret at mrietano@theelementsdc.com and tell me:

    1. the date(s) you are hoping to schedule

    2. how long an outing: 90 minutes, 2 hour, half day or full day

    3. how many friends you are hoping to include

    4. I’ll respond with date/time/location options.

    5. I’ll then set up a registration link for you and your friends to register.

    6. All registered will receive an email the day before the walk with any extra details.

For questions re our covid protocols etc, click here: FAQ’s

COST: starting at $40/walker for 90 minute +/- walk

Minimum of 4 participants/max of 6’ish

LOCATION:

  • The skies the limit. Organizer and Elements Guide (Margaret) can decide where and when you and your pals want to ramble. Once details are determined, Elements will send out confirmation and logistical information.

  • Mileage & Trail Conditions: TBD


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One of my  favorite DC  routes: Tregaron Conservancy, Klingle Valley, Linnean Hill and beyond
Apr
15
9:30 AM09:30

One of my favorite DC routes: Tregaron Conservancy, Klingle Valley, Linnean Hill and beyond

  • 3030 Klingle Rd NW Washington, D.C., DC, 20008 United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

April Walk

Spring is in the air. Let’s break out in sync with the overstory and stride in style with Mama Nature. Join the Elements DC for a few hours of unique, local adventure. We will get outside, active and grounded and send you back ready to tackle the 'to do's'.

  • $25/walker -

Once registered you will receive an email the day before the walk with any extra details. Email me at mrietano@theelementsdc.com and I can share deets and answer any q’s that are not covered here: FAQ’s 

Thursday, April 15: DC route: Tregaron Conservancy, Klingle Valley and beyond

  • 9:30 - 11:00 am

  • Meet on Trail Head at end Klingle Road Please Note: Parking is typically plentiful on the side of a dead end road. For navigation purposes use this address: 3030 Klingle Road, NW

  • Route: Tregaron Conservancy, Klingle Valley, Linnean Hill. . . .

  • Mileage and Trail Conditions; 4 (+/-) miles round trip. Mostly woodland trails, hilly, single track trails. Rock scrambles and occasional stream crossings. Please wear shoes with a grippy sole!!!

  • In an effort to comply with the CDC’s best practices re the spread of virus, we will:

    • require masks

    • limit number of walkers to 8

  • BYO: Water, sunblock, bug spray, snack and walking poles (if desired)

  • Led by Margaret Rietano


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The Adventures of Turkey Run
Apr
7
9:30 AM09:30

The Adventures of Turkey Run

April Walk

Spring is in the air. Let’s break out in sync with the overstory and stride in style with Mama Nature. Join the Elements DC for a few hours of unique, local adventure. We will get outside, active and grounded and send you back ready to tackle the 'to do's'.

  • $25/walker -

Once registered you will receive an email the day before the walk with any extra details. Email me at mrietano@theelementsdc.com and I can share deets and answer any q’s that are not covered here: FAQ’s 

Tuesday, April 7: The Adventures of Turkey Run

  • 9:30 - 11:00 am

  • Meet on Trail Head at end of Turkey Run Road (For GPS plug in 800 Turkey Run Road, McLEan, VA 22101) Please Note: Parking is on the side of a dead end road and very limited. If there is no room, please park further up the road and walk down to trail head.

  • Route: Turkey Run to Potomac Heritage Trail loops and out and backs.

  • Mileage and Trail Conditions; 4 (+/-) miles round trip. Mostly woodland trails, hilly, single track trails. Rock scrambles and occasional stream crossings. Please wear shoes with a grippy sole!!!

  • In an effort to comply with the CDC’s best practices re the spread of virus, we will:

    • require masks

    • limit number of walkers to 8

  • BYO: Water, sunblock, bug spray, snack and walking poles (if desired)

  • Led by Margaret Rietano


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The Adventures of Turkey Run
May
27
2:30 AM02:30

The Adventures of Turkey Run

MAY Walks

Spring is in the air. Let’s break out in sync with the overstory and stride in style with Mama Nature. Join the Elements DC for a few hours of unique, local adventure. We will get outside, active and grounded and send you back ready to tackle the 'to do's'.

  • In recognition of all the heroes working tirelessly to heal our community, the proceeds from the Elements Spring OUTings will be donated to Families4FamiliesDMV

  • $25/walker -

  • or $40/family: maximum of 3 family members (teens and older)

Once registered you will receive an email the day before the walk with any extra details. Email me at mrietano@theelementsdc.com and I can share deets and answer any q’s that are not covered here: FAQ’s 

Wednesday, May 27: The Adventures of Turkey Run

  • 2:30 - 4:30 pm (90+ minutes) 

  • Meet on Trail Head at end of Turkey Run Road (For GPS plug in 800 Turkey Run Road, McLEan, VA 22101) Please Note: Parking is on the side of a dead end road and very limited. If there is no room, please park further up the road and walk down to trail head.

  • Route: Turkey Run to Potomac Heritage Trail loops and out and backs.

  • Mileage and Trail Conditions; 4 (+/-) miles round trip. Mostly woodland trails, hilly, single track trails. Rock scrambles and occasional stream crossings. Please wear shoes with a grippy sole!!!

  • In an effort to comply with the CDC’s best practices re the spread of the novel Corona virus, we will:

    • limit number of walkers to 5

    • maintain a distance from one another of at least 6’

    • Elements will no longer be able to provide walking poles so please consider BYO.

  • BYO: Water, sunblock, bug spray, snack and walking poles (if desired)

  • Led by Margaret Rietano


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(Stay tuned for new date): charity OUTing: Teddy Roosevelt's Rambles through Rock Creek Park
May
21
9:30 AM09:30

(Stay tuned for new date): charity OUTing: Teddy Roosevelt's Rambles through Rock Creek Park

  • 5200 Glover Road Northwest Washington, DC, 20015 United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

MAY Walks

Spring is in the air. Let’s stride in style with Mama Nature. Join the Elements DC for a few hours of unique, local adventure. We will get outside, active and grounded and send you back ready to tackle the 'to do's'.

Once registered you will receive an email the day before the walk with any extra details. Email me at mrietano@theelementsdc.com and I can share deets and answer any q’s that are not covered here: FAQ’s 

Thursday, May 21

9:30 – 11:30 am (2 hour) 

  • Meet at Rock Creek Nature Center Parking Lot; 5200 Glover Road, NW DC .  We’ll gather in parking lot.

  • Route: North via Fort De Russy area to  Ross Drive to Rapids Bridge to Valley Trail to Boulder Bridge and return via Western Ridge Trail

  • Mileage & Trail Conditions: 4+/- miles. Woodland. Single track a & horse trails.  Hilly ups and downs

  • Led by Margaret Rietano

  • BAD WEATHER PLAN: I will reschedule and if necessary, refund (less $10 credit card fee) if you are unable to join new date.


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(Stay tuned for new date): charity OUTing: Difficult Run + Great Falls = AMAZING
May
19
10:00 AM10:00

(Stay tuned for new date): charity OUTing: Difficult Run + Great Falls = AMAZING

MAY Walks

Spring is in the air. Let’s break out in sync with the overstory and stride in style with Mama Nature. Join the Elements DC for a few hours of unique, local adventure. We will get outside, active and grounded and send you back ready to tackle the 'to do's'.

Once registered you will receive an email the day before the walk with any extra details. Email me at mrietano@theelementsdc.com and I can share deets and answer any q’s that are not covered here: FAQ’s 

Tuesday, May 19th

  • 10:00 - 12:00 pm (2 hr) 

  • Meet at Difficult Run Parking Lot (GPS: Difficult Run Parking or 8801 Georgetown Pike, McLEan, VA 22102) Please Note: The name of the primary creek along this trail is called Difficult Run. This walk is a gorgeous walk (not a run)

  • Route: Great Falls (VA) woods/trail to Potomac River to Difficult Run route

  • Mileage and Trail Conditions; 5 (+/-) miles round trip. Mostly woodland trails, hilly, single and double track trails

  • In an effort to comply with the CDC’s best practices re the spread of the novel Corona virus, we will:

    • limit number of walkers

    • maintain a distance from one another of at least 6’

    • Elements will no longer be able to provide walking poles so please consider BYO.

  • BYO: Water, sunblock, bug spray, snack and walking poles (if desired)

  • Led by Margaret Rietano


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(Stay tuned for new date): charity OUTing: Creeks to Canal to River; Palisades, Brookmont & beyond
May
15
9:30 AM09:30

(Stay tuned for new date): charity OUTing: Creeks to Canal to River; Palisades, Brookmont & beyond

May Walks

April showers bring May flowers . . . Walk, watch and listen as the earth comes to life! Join the Elements DC for a few hours of unique, local adventure. We will get outside, active and grounded and send you back ready to tackle the 'to do's'.

Registered walkers will receive an email the day before the walk with any extra details. Email me at mrietano@theelementsdc.com and I can share deets and answer any q’s that are not covered here: FAQ’s 

Friday, May 15th

10:00 – 12:30 pm (2 hour) 

  • Meet at Potomac Avenue and Norton Place in Palisades neighborhood

  • Route: we will drop into the Brookmont woods and then ramble on down to the canal and river where we’ll wiggle along the single track trails to paddlers (and herons, eagles. . . ) paradise - ideally timing our walk to coincide with the sweetness of the bluebells fleeting bloom.

  • Mileage & Trail Conditions: 4+/- miles. Woodland. Mostly single track & a wee bit of time on neighborhood sidewalks and canal tow path. Some elevation loss at start and gain at end of walk.

  • In an effort to comply with the CDC’s best practices re the spread of the novel Corona virus, we will:

    • limit number of walkers

    • maintain a distance from one another of at least 6’

    • Elements will no longer be able to provide walking poles, sunblock or bug spray.

  • BYO: Water, sunblock, bug spray, snack and walking poles (if desired)

  • Led by Margaret Rietano

  • BAD WEATHER PLAN: I will reschedule and if. necessary, refund (less $10 credit card fee) if you are unable to join new date.


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(Stay tuned for new date): charity  OUTing: Hills and Dales of Tregaron, Klingle Valley, Mt Linnean and Soapstone Valley
May
12
1:00 PM13:00

(Stay tuned for new date): charity OUTing: Hills and Dales of Tregaron, Klingle Valley, Mt Linnean and Soapstone Valley

May Walks

April showers bring May flowers. . . Walk, watch and listen as the earth comes to life! Join the Elements DC for a few hours of unique, local adventure. We will get outside, active and grounded and send you back ready to tackle the 'to do's'.

Registered walkers will receive an email the day before the walk with any extra details. Email me at mrietano@theelementsdc.com and I can share deets and answer any q’s that are not covered here: FAQ’s 

Tuesday, May 12th

1:00 – 3:00 pm (2 hour) 

  • Meet at entrance to Tregaron Conservancy and the Klingle Valley Trail

  • Route: we will drop down into the Klingle Valley Trail to Rock Creek and then ramble the hills and dales of mid Rock Creek Park. We’ll wrap up our walk with a loop around the incredible trails and bridle paths of the historic Tregaron Conservancy.

  • Mileage & Trail Conditions: 4+/- miles. Woodland. Mostly single track. Some elevation loss at start and gain thoughout walk.

  • In an effort to comply with the CDC’s best practices re the spread of the novel Corona virus, we will:

    • limit number of walkers

    • maintain a distance from one another of at least 6’

    • Elements will no longer be able to provide walking poles, sunblock or bug spray.

  • BYO: Water, sunblock, bug spray, snack and walking poles (if desired)

  • Led by Margaret Rietano

  • BAD WEATHER PLAN: I will reschedule and if. necessary, refund (less $10 credit card fee) if you are unable to join new date.


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(Stay tuned for new date): OUTing: Walk and Birding on the Billy Goat Trail with  Elements & Betsy Lovejoy
May
7
6:15 AM06:15

(Stay tuned for new date): OUTing: Walk and Birding on the Billy Goat Trail with Elements & Betsy Lovejoy

Thursday, MAY 7th OUTing

Join Elements and Betsy Lovejoy for a sunrise guided walk and birding adventure along the Potomac River. We will lead you on a hike through loops A and B of the Billy Goat Trail so that we can enjoy both a good workout and the spring neotropical migrants that flock to the towpath habitat during their journey north. We will be listening for birdsong as we hike and pause long enough to catch sight of these vibrantly colored birds. Betsy will also give some advice along the way as to how to begin to identify birds using certain characteristics. After spending time exercising in the woods with a pair of binoculars you will never go on a trail run or hike again without feeling a deeper awareness, connection and gratitude for nature and all it has to offer.

Betsy’s interest in birds came later in life - after years of running trails and a life-long passion for conservation. Betsy has never officially studied ornithology, but the hours she spends running in Rock Creek Park and connecting with nature were the perfect introduction to train herself how to identify birds by both sight and sound. All it took was one Myrtle Yellow-rumped Warbler and she was hooked. 

Hopefully everyone will come away with their "first bird" that forever hooks them into a lifetime of birding.

  • Please meet at 6:15am at the the parking lot directly catty corner from the Old Anglers Inn on Macarthur Blvd.

  • Mileage; 4-6 miles of rooty and rocky paths.

  • Dress for the weather. We suggest you bring a pair of binoculars (but don’t worry if you don’t have any) and water. Elements will provide mid walk tea and snack, bug spray and sun block.

  • an effort to comply with the CDC’s best practices re the spread of the novel Corona virus, we will:

    • limit number of walkers

    • maintain a distance from one another of at least 6’

    • Elements will no longer be able to provide walking poles, sunblock or bug spray.

  • BYO: Water, sunblock, bug spray, snack and walking poles (if desired)

  • Led by Margaret Rietano and specialist, Betsy Lovejoy

 

 

$45


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(Stay tuned for new date)  Charity OUTing:  Scotts Run Beauty and Bounty
May
4
10:00 AM10:00

(Stay tuned for new date) Charity OUTing: Scotts Run Beauty and Bounty

May Walks

April showers bring May flowers. . . Walk, watch and listen as the earth comes to life! Join the Elements DC for a few hours of unique, local adventure. We will get outside, active and grounded and send you back ready to tackle the 'to do's'.

Registered walkers will receive an email the day before the walk with any extra details. Email me at mrietano@theelementsdc.com and I can share deets and answer any q’s that are not covered here: FAQ’s 

Monday, May 4th

10:00 – 12:30 pm (2 hour) 

  • Meet at Langley Forks Swim and Tennis Club Parking Lot

  • Route: we will ramble along the river passing Stubblefield Falls Overlook, Scott’s Run waterfall and the Burling Cabin Site - ideally timing our walk to coincide with the sweetness of the fleeting bloom.

  • Mileage & Trail Conditions: 4+/- miles. Woodland. Single track & at times rocky, steep trails.  Very hilly ups and downs

  • In an effort to comply with the CDC’s best practices re the spread of the novel Corona virus, we will:

    • limit number of walkers

    • maintain a distance from one another of at least 6’

    • Elements will no longer be able to provide walking poles, sunblock or bug spray.

  • BYO: Water, sunblock, bug spray, snack and walking poles (if desired)

  • Led by Margaret Rietano

  • BAD WEATHER PLAN: I will reschedule and if. necessary, refund (less $10 credit card fee) if you are unable to join new date.


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MARCH 20th OUTing: Roosevelt and a River Ramble
Mar
20
9:00 AM09:00

MARCH 20th OUTing: Roosevelt and a River Ramble

  • Meet: Roosevelt Island parking lot (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

MARCH Walks

Spring is in the air but trees are still in bud. Let’s break out in sync with the overstory and stride in style with Mama Nature as she breaks dormancy. Join the Elements DC for a few hours of unique, local adventure. We will get outside, active and grounded and send you back ready to tackle the 'to do's'.

  • $25/walker

  • $40/family (maximum 3 walkers)

Once registered you will receive an email the day before the walk with any extra details. Email me at mrietano@theelementsdc.com and I can share deets and answer any q’s that are not covered here: FAQ’s 

  • Friday, March 20: Roosevelt Island and a ramble along the river.

  • 9:00am - 12:00pm

    • Meet: Roosevelt Island parking area

      • Directions & Parking:

        • by car: Drivers can only reach Theodore Roosevelt Island from the northbound lanes of the George Washington Memorial Parkway. After Memorial Bridge, follow the sign to turn right into the parking lot.

        • by foot or bike: The northern terminus of the Mount Vernon Trail is at Theodore Roosevelt Island. A short connecting trail leads downhill from the downstream side of the Key Bridge in Virginia, across the parkway, and into the parking lot at Theodore Roosevelt Island. Bicycles are not allowed on the island but can be locked at bicycle racks located in parking lot

        • Parking: park in a parking lot.

    • Route: Loop the perimeter path, boardwalk, trails and monument of Roosevelt Island and then head upriver along the Potomac Heritage Trail to Windy Run spur trail and then return to parking area..

    • Mileage & Trail Conditions: 4- 5+ miles of single and double track trails. Some areas are scrambley.

    • Dogs not recommended for this walk

    • In an effort to comply with the CDC’s best practices re the spread of the novel Corona virus, we will:

      • limit number of walkers

      • maintain a distance from one another of at least 6’

      • Elements will no longer be able to provide walking poles so please consider BYO.

    • BYO: Water, sunblock, bug spray, snack and walking poles (if desired)

    • Led: Margaret Rietano & Fran Barnes


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December's Two Walks & a Hike:  a creek, a mountain and a river
Dec
10
to Dec 12

December's Two Walks & a Hike: a creek, a mountain and a river

  • Google Calendar ICS

December Walks & Hike

December can be full of holiday fun and bustling with activity but often times the month leaves us feeling overwhelmed and exhausted. There’s too much of everything; too much to do, too much spending, eating, drinking, time inside. . .

It doesn’t need to be that way. Take ownership of your December. Commit to striking a balance. Commit to showing up as your most grounded, present, engaged you. Commit to exploring, getting outside and active. Imagine inhaling deep breaths of cold, crisp, fresh air. Imagine the smell of wood fires burning.

Join the Elements DC for a few hours of unique, local and regional adventure. We will get outside, active and grounded and send you back ready to tackle the 'to do's'.

  • $35: ‘Walk A La Carte’: choose the individual walks/hikes that suit your schedule.

Walk & Hike Schedule

Once registered you will receive an email the day before the walk/hike with any extra details. Email me at mrietano@theelementsdc.com and I can share deets and answer any q’s that are not covered here: FAQ’s 

A Creek Walk: Tuesday, December 10

9:30 – 11:30 am (2 hour) 

  • Meet at Rock Creek Nature Center Parking Lot; 5200 Glover Road, NW DC .  We’ll gather in parking lot)

  • Route: North via Fort De Russy area to  Ross Drive to Rapids Bridge to Valley Trail to Boulder Bridge and return via Western Ridge Trail

  • Mileage & Trail Conditions: 4+/- miles. Woodland. Single track a & horse trails.  Hilly ups and downs

  • Led by Margaret Rietano assisted by Marianne Panke

A Mountain Hike: Wednesday, December 11

10:00am - 3:00pm (a day hike)

  • Meet: Sky Meadows State Park Delaplane, VA (11012 Edmonds Ln, Delaplane, VA 20144)

    • $7 parking fee

  • Route: meadows to woods to Appalachian Trail to mountain vistas, more woods and meadows circuit

  • Mileage & Trail Conditions: 6+ miles of single and double track trails

  • Led: Margaret Rietano

A River Walk: Thursday, December 12

  • 10:00 - 12:00 pm (2 hr) 

  • Meet at Difficult Run Parking Lot (GPS: Difficult Run Parking or 8801 Georgetown Pike, McLEan, VA 22102) 

    • Please Note: The name of the primary creek along this trail is called Difficult Run. This walk is a gorgeous walk (not a run)

  • Route: Woods to Potomac River to Difficult Run route

  • Mileage and Trail Conditions; 5 (+/-) miles round trip. Mostly woodland trails, hilly, single and double track trails

  • Led by Margaret Rietano


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Week of Walks Autumn 2019
Sep
29
to Oct 5

Week of Walks Autumn 2019

It’s YOU time!

You spoke and we listened. We are thrilled to offer refreshing new changes to our Autumn 2019 Week of Walks (formerly known as the reBOOT). Here’s what we have for ya:

  • See schedule overview below but for any walk over 60 minutes, we will have 2 Elements guides. Therefore those who want to move fast for heart pumping exercise, we got you and will lead the way. For those who want to slow down to ‘smell the roses’ we are all set for you too.

  • Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday we have scheduled 60, 90 and 120 minute walks. So if time is restricted join our shorter walk or unlimited, hoof along on a longer walk. You have options and room to roam. Full Week of Walkers can come on all the walks!

  • On Wednesday, we are offering an all day hike in the mountains of Virginia ( approx 60 minute drive time). We want to get farther afield and take advantage of the majesty of the Blue Ridge Mountains and Shenandoah River Valley.

  • And drum roll. . . .too busy to commit to the Full Week of Walks, than register for just the walks or hike that suit your schedule. We welcome you for one or all of our Week of Walks Autumn adventures.

  • Lastly, some things should never change.

    • We will always offer really unique, ‘off the beaten track’ routes

    • . . .and yet again, we are matching our Autumn Week of Walks schedule with Little Green for the Autumn seasonal, guided cleanse. So while moving your body on the Elements walks and reviving the spirit with lots of fresh air, you can nourish the body too with the support of Little Green. Register for Elements Week of Walks and receive your $20 discount code with Little Green.

This is our best Week of Walks yet and we can’t wait to share all the treasures of the trail and talents of our vibrant community with you.

We would love if you would encourage your friends to join but rest assured, whether solo or with your friends, you will leave each Elements experience stronger, wiser from the conversation (and quiet) and grounded.

Every day you will receive an Elements email with the nitty gritty details of the upcoming walks as well as wisdom and inspiration from the trail.

  • $125; Full Week of Walks (any or all of our 16 walks and hike)

  • $25: ‘Walk A La Carte’: choose the individual walks that suit your schedule.


Overview of Week of Walks Schedule

The below schedule is to whet your palate and give you a general idea as to where we venture. Once registered you will receive all the nitty gritty details, including the exact trail heads. If the curiosity is too much or you want further details before registering, just email me at mrietano@theelementsdc.com and I can share deets and answer any q’s that are not covered here: FAQ’s

Sept. 29: Sunday afternoon Woodland Walk

  • Neighborhood: Great Falls National Park, Potomac, MD

  • Time: 4:00 – 6:00pm

  • Mileage and Trail Conditions: 4 miles. Single track, flat with views of Potomac River

  • Lead by Margaret Rietano + Fran Barnes


Sept. 30: Monday Sunrise Woodland Walk

  • Neighborhood: NW DC: Cleveland Park area

  • Time: 6:10 – 7:00am

  • Mileage and Trail Conditions: 2.5 miles, hilly ups/downs, some single track, some city sidewalk

  • Lead: Margaret Rietano

 

Sept . 30: Monday Morning Woodland Walk

  • Neighborhood: Great Falls/McLean, VA

  • Time: 10:00 – 12:00am

  • Mileage & Trail Conditions: 5 miles. Woodland. Hilly ups and downs. Single Tracks.

  • Lead: Margaret Rietano + Elements Assistant

 

Sept 30: Monday Mid-Day Woodland Walk

  • Neighborhood: DC: Embassy Heights and Georgetown

  • Time: 2:00 – 3:30 pm

  • Mileage and Trail Conditions; 4.6 miles round trip. Mostly woodland trails, hilly, single and double track trails

  • Lead: Margaret Rietano + Elements Assistant


 Oct. 1: Tuesday Morning Woodland Walk

  • Neighborhood: NW DC: Cleveland/Woodley Park Neighborhood

  • Time: 9:15 – 10:45

  • Mileage & Trail Conditions: 4 miles (4+/-). Woodland trails and hills and dales

  • Lead: Margaret Rietano + Elements Assistant (possibly Clarissa Potter)

 

Oct 1: Tuesday Mid-Day Woodland Walk

  • Neighborhood: Virginia: McLEAN

  • Time: 1:30 – 3:30pm

  • Mileage & Trail Conditions: Hilly up/down, double track & single track and some steep ascents/descents along Potomac River banks. ~4+/- miles

  • Lead: Margaret Rietano + Fran Barnes

 

Oct 1: Tuesday Dusk Woodland Walk

  • Neighborhood: Wesley Heights

  • Time: 5:30 - 6:30 pm

  • Mileage & Trail Conditions: Hilly up/down, double track & single track & several stream crossings.

  • Lead: Margaret Rietano


Oct. 2: Wednesday Sunrise Woodland Walk

  • Neighborhood: Georgetown

  • Time: 6:10 – 7:00am

  • Mileage and Trail Conditions: 2 (+/-) miles, hilly ups/downs, some single track, some

  • Lead: Fran Barnes

 

Oct 2: Wednesday Full Day Hike

  • Neighborhood: Bluemont, Virginia: Blueridge Mountains and Shenandoah River Valley

  • Transportation NOT provided by Elements. Recommend carpooling.

  • Time: 10:00 – 4:00pm (+/-)

  • Mileage & Trail Conditions: 6.8 miles (+/-). There are steep ascents and descents on this section of the Appalachian Trail. It is not called the roller coaster as a joke but the trail is beautiful and the vistas make it worth the effort.

  • Lead: Margaret Rietano + Fran Barnes + Clarissa Potter


 
Oct 3: Thursday Morning Woodland Walk

  • Neighborhood: Palisades

  • Time: 9:30 – 11:30am

  • Mileage & Trail Conditions: 4+/- miles of trails, bridges, river bank and more.

  • Lead: Margaret Rietano + Clarissa Potter


Oct 3: Thursday Mid-Day Woodland Walk

  • Neighborhood: Chevy Chase/Forest Hills

  • Time: 1:30 – 3:00pm

  • Mileage and Trail Conditions: 4 +/- miles, single and double track trails

  • Lead: Celine Delany + Elements Assistant


Oct 3: Thursday Dusk Woodland Walk

  • Neighborhood: Wesley Heights and Palisades

  • Time: 5:30 – 6:30pm

  • Mileage & Trail Conditions: 2-3 miles. Double track path, Rooty, rocky and hilly.

  • Lead: Margaret Rietano


 Oct. 4: Friday Sunrise Woodland Walk

  • Neighborhood: NW DC: Cleveland Park neighborhood

  • Time: 6:10 – 7:00am

  • Mileage and Trail Conditions: 2 (+/-) miles, hilly ups/downs, some single track, some city sidewalk

  • Lead: Margaret Rietano

 

Oct. 4: Friday Morning Woodland Walk

  • Neighborhood: DC: Rock Creek Park Nature Center/Stable area

  • Time: 9:00 – 11:0am

  • Mileage and Trail Conditions: woodland paths, ups and downs. 4+/-mile loop

  • Lead: Margaret Rietano + Clarissa Potter

 

Oct. 4: Friday Mid-Day Woodland Walk

  • Neighborhood: DC: Chevy Chase: Forest Hills, NW

  • Time: 1:30 – 3:00pm

  • Mileage & Trail Conditions: 2+ miles. Hilly ups and downs. Stream crossings

  • Lead: Margaret Rietano + Clarissa Potter


Oct. 5: Saturday Morning: Woodland Walk

  • Neighborhood: Palisades neighborhood & Potomac River

  • Time: 9:00 - 10:030am

  • Description: woodland, hilly, single and double track trails, some stream crossings

  • Lead: Margaret Rietano + Elements Assistant

 

More details to be provided upon enrollment. Have additional questions in the meantime? Check out our FAQ and testimonials. And feel free to send us a question!


Elements Add-Ons 


Massage

Friend of The Elements D.C., Marianne Panke, is offering reBOOT participants 60-minute massage for $80 and 90 minute massages for $100. This is a discount of over 20%! Contact Marianne to schedule as this offer expires not long after the reBOOT program ends.

Mariannepanke.com
mariannepanke@gmail.com
202.834.0416


Sustenance

Friend of The Elements D.C., Little Green LLC, is offering reBOOT participants a 10-day Little Green Cleanse during the Autumn reBOOT. All Full reBOOTers will get a discount code after registering for The Elements DC reBOOT and can then apply the code when registering directly with Little Green. Visit their website for details.

Littlegreen.me
christy@littlegreen.me


Catering

Friend of The Elements D.C., KitchKat, is offering reBOOT participants 10% off her regular rates for the Little Green Cleanse meal prep and delivery during the reBOOT. Click here for a look-see at the 10 day meal plan, delivery & payment details. Kat and Christy have worked closely to create a 10 Day Little Green Meal Plan menu. Containers will be in eco-friendly, biodegradeable, compostable containers. Can’t get much better than that!

Kitchkat.com
info@kitchkat.com
202.630.9770


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RECESS: Hike & Yoga on Roosevelt Island
May
2
9:30 AM09:30

RECESS: Hike & Yoga on Roosevelt Island

  • Meet at Theodore Roosevelt Island parking lot (map)
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RECESS

This RECESS is the ultimate in sensory bliss. Walk, explore, breathe and move through the unique terrain of Roosevelt Island and awaken those walk-weary muscles (and your mind) with a rejuvenating yoga practice. Relish in the warmth of the sun, the sounds of the birds and the scents of Spring.

 

$25


SCHEDULE

  • 9:30: gather at Roosevelt Island parking lot (map)

  • 9:30 - 10:15: Elements guided hike of Roosevelt Island trails, boardwalks, scenic spurs and monuments.

  • 10:15 - 11:15; Yoga in the elements with Sarah Hummer.

  • 11:15 - 11:30: guided walk back to parking lot

FAQ's

  • Directions & Parking:

    • by car: Drivers can only reach Theodore Roosevelt Island from the northbound lanes of the George Washington Memorial Parkway. After Memorial Bridge, follow the sign to turn right into the parking lot.

    • by foot or bike: The northern terminus of the Mount Vernon Trail is at Theodore Roosevelt Island. A short connecting trail leads downhill from the downstream side of the Key Bridge in Virginia, across the parkway, and into the parking lot at Theodore Roosevelt Island. Bicycles are not allowed on the island but can be locked at bicycle racks located in parking lot

    • Parking: park in a parking lot.

  • What to Wear: Dress for a walk and then yoga. Dress for the elements of the day. If cold, Bundle up; stretchy, warm, wicking layers including hat & gloves. We will practice yoga barefoot unless weather is chilly in which case wear sticky socks or shoes.

  • What to Bring; yoga mat, water, sun block, bug repellant

  • Inclement Weather plan: Inclement weather date is Thursday, May 9 from 8:30 - 10:30.

INCLUSIONS

  • Elements Guide

  • Yoga Instruction and practice

 

 

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RECESS: 'Walk & Talk' with The Elements & Little Green
Apr
30
6:00 PM18:00

RECESS: 'Walk & Talk' with The Elements & Little Green

RECESS

A much deserved, apres-work, evening RECESS to get your exercise, explore, commune and learn with  Margaret Rietano (founder of The Elements DC) and Christy Halvorson Ross (founder of Little Green).

SCHEDULE:

  • 6:00: gather at The Sphere at Montrose Park (see map)

  • 6:00 - 7:30: Enjoy an Elements guided walk on the trails of Montrose Park and Dumbarton Oaks Park. Mid route Margaret and Christy will share the “What is the WHY behind Elements and Little Green”.

    • Margaret will touch on “the Daily Dose: How, Where, Why and When to get your Nature Groove On”

    • Christy will be discussing foods that are helpful to have on hand to eat more healthily, and how to assemble bowls to maximize your time AND your nutrients. She'll also be handing out mini double chocolate cleanse-friendly muffins!!”.

COST: $25

We’d love if you would tell your friends to register for this RECESS too!

 

FAQs

  • Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter this RECESS? We ask that participants be 16 or over.

  • What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the RECESS? There is 2 hour, Zone 2 parking on the Georgetown side streets but allow a bit of extra time to find a spot. Closest metro stop is at the red line Dupont Station.

  • What can I bring to the RECESS?

    • Running/exercise shoes recommended. Trails are mostly double track, sometimes rooty, rocky with hills.

  • Leashed and friendly dogs allowed on this RECESS.

  • How can I contact the organizer with any questions? email mrietano@theelementsdc.com or christy@littlegreen.me

 


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Spring reBOOT 2019
Apr
28
to May 4

Spring reBOOT 2019

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It’s YOU time!

This is our best reBOOT yet and we can’t wait to share all the treasures of the trail and talents of our vibrant community with you. We have over 20 hikes for reBOOTers to pick and choose from, options for unique RECESSes and awesome Elements add-ons. Read on, register and populate your calendar with as many walks, talks, yoga, massage, Little Green recipes as your heart desires.

We would love if you would encourage your friends to join but rest assured, whether solo or with your friends, you will leave each Elements reBOOT activity richer for the conversation and quiet.

Every day you will receive an Elements email with the nitty gritty details of the upcoming reBOOT walks as well as wisdom and inspiration from the trail.

$125; Full reBOOT + 2 RECESSes + discounted Add Ons

$80: 8 reBOOT walks that suit your schedule. (Yoga RECESS can be registered for a la carte).


Overview of reBOOT Schedule

All registered, reBOOTers will receive an email with exact details of hikes, locations one week prior to start of reboot and then daily email inspiration and updates.

Sunday afternoon Woodland Walk

  • Neighborhood: Potomac River and Palisades area

  • Time: 4:30 - 6:00pm

  • Description: woodland, hilly, single and double track trails, some stream crossings

  • Lead: Fran Barnes


Monday Sunrise Woodland Walk

  • Neighborhood: NW DC: Cleveland Park area

  • Time: 6:00 – 6:45am

  • Mileage and Trail Conditions: 2.5 miles, hilly ups/downs, some single track, some city sidewalk

  • Lead: Margaret Rietano

 

Monday Morning Woodland Walk

  • Neighborhood: Great Falls/McLean, VA

  • Time: 10:00 – 11:30am

  • Mileage & Trail Conditions: 4 miles. Woodland. Hilly ups and downs. Single Tracks.

  • Lead: Margaret Rietano

 

Monday Mid-Day Woodland Walk

  • Neighborhood: DC: Chevy Chase: Forest Hills, NW

  • Time: 1:30 – 3:00 pm

  • Mileage and Trail Conditions; 4.6 miles round trip. Mostly woodland trails, hilly, single and double track trails

  • Lead: Celine Delany

 

Monday Dusk Woodland Walk

  • Neighborhood: NW DC: Wesley Heights neighborhood

  • Time: 5:30 – 6:30pm

  • Mileage & Trail Conditions: 2+ miles of hilly, single track and double track trails

  • Lead: Fran Barnes


Tuesday Sunrise Woodland Walk

  • Neighborhood: NW DC: Georgetown

  • Time: 6:00 – 6:45am

  • Mileage & Trail Conditions: Hills, single and double track trails. approx. 1.7 miles

  • Lead: Fran Barnes

 

Tuesday Morning Woodland Walk

  • Neighborhood: NW DC: Cleveland & Woodley Park Neighborhood

  • Time: 9:15 – 10:45

  • Mileage & Trail Conditions:4 miles. Woodland trails and hills and dales

  • Lead: Margaret Rietano

 

Tuesday Mid-Day Woodland Walk

  • Neighborhood: Virginia: McLEAN

  • Time: 1:30 – 3:00pm

  • Mileage & Trail Conditions: Hilly up/down, double track & single track and some steep ascents/descents along Potomac River banks. ~4+/- miles

  • Lead: Margaret Rietano

 

Tuesday Dusk: RECESS: ‘Walk & Talk’ with The Elements & Little Green

  • Neighborhood: Georgetown

  • Time: 6:00 - 7:30 pm

  • Elements reBOOters & RECESSers will walk the trails of Montrose and Dumbarton Oaks Park. After exploring all the magical nooks and crannies of these spectacular urban treasures, we’ll stop for brief introductions Margaret Rietano of the Elements and Christy Halvorson Ross of Little Green.

  • Lead: Margaret Rietano & Christy Halvorson Ross


Wednesday Sunrise Woodland Walk

  • Neighborhood: NW DC: Cleveland Park area

  • Time: 6:00 – 6:45am

  • Mileage and Trail Conditions: 3 miles, hilly ups/downs, some single track, some city sidewalk.

  • Lead: Margaret Rietano

 

Wednesday Morning Woodland Walk

  • Neighborhood: Palisades neighborhood

  • Time: 9:30 – 11:00am

  • Mileage & Trail Conditions: Single track trails along stream, river and neighborhood sidewalks: 4 mile

  • Lead: Margaret Rietano

 

Wednesday Mid-Day Woodland Walk

  • Neighborhood: Maryland: Chevy Chase

  • Time: 1:30 –3:00pm

  • Mileage & Trail Conditions: 2.5 miles. Woodland. Single track a & horse trails. Hilly ups and downs

  • Lead: Margaret Rietano

 

Wednesday Dusk ‘Shinrin Yoku’ (Forest Bathing) Woodland Walk

  • Neighborhood: Cathedral area and Cleveland Park

  • Time: 5:45 - 7:00pm

  • Mileage & Trail Conditions: 2 to 3 miles. We will take a slower pace and take time to savor all the woods have to offer.

  • Lead: Margaret Rietano


 Thursday Sunrise Walk 

  • Neighborhood: NW DC: Georgetown

  • Time: 6:00 – 6:45am

  • Mileage & Trail Conditions: 1.6 miles. Double track paths. Rooty, rocky and hilly in some parts.

  • Lead: Fran Barnes


Thursday Morning RECESS: Roosevelt Island Walk & Yoga

  • Neighborhood: Roosevelt Island

  • Time: 9:30 – 11:30am

  • Mileage & Trail Conditions: 2 miles of trails and boardwalks

  • Lead: Margaret Rietano, Fran Barnes and Sarah Hummer Yoga


Thursday Mid-Day Woodland Walk

  • Neighborhood: Kalorama and Georgetown

  • Time: 1:30 – 3:00pm

  • Mileage and Trail Conditions: 3.5 miles, single and double track trails

  • Lead: Margaret Rietano


Thursday Dusk Woodland Walk

  • Neighborhood: Wesley Heights and Palisades

  • Time: 5:30 – 6:30pm

  • Mileage & Trail Conditions: 2-3 miles. Double track path, Rooty, rocky and hilly.

  • Lead: Fran Barnes


 Friday Sunrise Woodland Walk

  • Neighborhood: NW DC: Cleveland Park neighborhood

  • Time: 6:00 – 6:45am

  • Mileage and Trail Conditions:3 miles, hilly ups/downs, some single track, some city sidewalk

  • Lead: Margaret Rietano

 

Friday Morning Woodland Walk

  • Neighborhood: DC: Georgetown

  • Time: 10:00 – 11:15am

  • Mileage and Trail Conditions: woodland paths, ups and downs. 3+/-mile loop

  • Lead: Fran Barnes

 

Friday Mid-Day Woodland Walk

  • Neighborhood: DC: Chevy Chase: Forest Hills, NW

  • Time: 1:30 – 3:00pm

  • Mileage & Trail Conditions: 2+ miles. Hilly ups and downs. Stream crossings

  • Lead: Margaret Rietano


Saturday Morning: Woodland Walk

  • Neighborhood: Potomac, MD

  • Time: 9:00 – 10:30am

  • Mileage and Trail Conditions: 4 miles. Single track, flat with views of Potomac River

  • Lead: Margaret Rietano

 

More details to be provided upon enrollment. Have additional questions in the meantime? Check out our FAQ and testimonials. And feel free to send us a question!


Elements Add-Ons 


Massage

Friend of The Elements D.C., Marianne Panke, is offering reBOOT participants 60-minute massages for $80 and 90 minute massages for $100. This is a discount of over 20%! Contact Marianne to schedule as this offer expires not long after the reBOOT program ends.

Mariannepanke.com
mariannepanke@gmail.com
202.834.0416


Yoga

Friend of the Elements DC, Sarah Hummer  is offering reBOOT participants a one hour private or small group yoga session for $60 through 2018.

SarahHummerYoga.com

sarah@sarahhummeryoga.com


Sustenance

Friend of The Elements D.C., Little Green LLC, is offering reBOOT participants a 10-day Little Green Cleanse during the program. All reBOOTers will get a discount code after registering for The Elements DC reBOOT and can then apply the code when registering directly with Little Green. Visit their website for details.

Littlegreen.me
christy@littlegreen.me


Catering

Friend of The Elements D.C., KitchKat, is offering reBOOT participants 10% off her regular rates for the Little Green Cleanse meal prep and delivery during the reBOOT. Click here for a look-see at the 10 day meal plan, delivery & payment details. Kat and Christy have worked closely to create a 10 Day Little Green Meal Plan menu. Containers will be in eco-friendly, biodegradeable, compostable containers. Can’t get much better than that!

Kitchkat.com
info@kitchkat.com
202.630.9770


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RECESS; Walk and Talk with Elements & Dumbarton Oaks Park Conservancy
Feb
25
4:15 PM16:15

RECESS; Walk and Talk with Elements & Dumbarton Oaks Park Conservancy

  • Dumbarton Oaks Park Rose Garden (map)
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RECESS

Join Elements and Liza Gilbert of the Dumbarton Oaks Park Conservancy for a guided walk and talk. Discover the natural and designed treasures of Dumbarton Oaks Park. Liza will share all that has been done by DOPC and the National Park Service to revive the original designs of Beatrice Farrand and why this land is considered an urban oasis for all.  

"As a “naturalistic,” but intensely designed landscape of meadows, woodlands, bulbs and wildflowers, paths and ponds, and constructed waterfalls, Dumbarton Oaks Park offers recreation as well as restorative quiet, beauty, and inspiration for Washington, DC residents and visitors from beyond."

  • Please meet at 4:15 at the Rose Garden directly across from the Jackson Arts Center on R Street in Georgetown.

  • Mileage; 2 (+/-) miles/27 acres of hilly terrain and at times rooty and rocky paths.

  • Dress for the weather

 

 

$25

Proceeds from this RECESS will be donated by Elements to the Dumbarton Oaks Park Conservancy


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Recess: Hike & Changing of Guard/Arlington National Cemetery
Nov
7
10:30 AM10:30

Recess: Hike & Changing of Guard/Arlington National Cemetery

  • Meet at Arlington Cemetery Visitors Center (map)
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RECESS

Join an Elements RECESS for a unique and powerful excursion through the grounds of Arlington National Cemetery. Whether it’s your first time or 50th, visits to this hallowed property are always meaningful.

Let’s take advantage of all our city has to offer!

$25


SCHEDULE

  • 10:00 -12:30: We will meet outside the visitors center. Once through the security screening, we will have time to peruse the visitors center and then head out to the grounds. We will make stops at John F Kennedy gravesite, Arlington House, Memorial Amphitheater, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and witness the 11:00 Changing of the Guard Ceremony.

LOGISTICS

  • Getting There:

    • By Car: enter ‘Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VA 22211’ to your navigation and follow signs to the parking garage. Cars cost $2 per hour and payment is credit card only.

    • By foot or bike (from Georgetown area) Follow trails to cross Memorial Bridge and meet RECESSers at Visitors Center

    • By metro: Blue Line Arlington Cemetery stop: meet recessers outside Visitors Center

  • There is a security checkpoint. Recommend bringing minimal to no bags to expedite screening. Random ID checks so please bring ID

  • What to Wear: Dress for the weather and bundle up; warm, wicking layers & hat & gloves.

  • What to Bring; your ID & water.

  • No Dogs allowed on this RECESS

  • Estimated mileage: 4+/- miles

  • Weather Plan & Refund Policy: Inclement weather date is Tuesday, November 13th from 10:00 - 12:30.

INCLUSIONS

  • Elements Guide

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RECESS: Field Trip; Day Hike out in the Blueridge Mountain region of VA
Oct
24
10:30 AM10:30

RECESS: Field Trip; Day Hike out in the Blueridge Mountain region of VA

  • Meet at Bluemont General Store (map)
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RECESS (FIELD TRIP)

Prepare to be gobsmacked by the incredible beauty just one hour west of DC. Join me and let’s take advantage of Wednesday’s forecast for cool temps, sunshine and a kaleidoscope of autumn leaf color all while tackling a section of the infamous ‘roller coaster’ on the Appalachian Trail.

SCHEDULE:

  • 10:30: meet at Bluemont General Store in Bluemont, VA (One hour west of NW DC) Pit stop, provision-up at the Bluemont General Store and drive 10 minutes on over to the trail head for Ravens Rock.

  • 10:45 - 4:00(+/-): Pine Grove trail Head to Ravens Rock: This is an up and down route that gives us lots of variety and vistas.

    • 5.8 miles out and back with 1530’ elevation gain and loss.

  • 4:00 - 5:00(+/-) - Hustle on back to DC hopefully before traffic (which shouldn’t be bad as we will be going against it).

COST: $45

FAQs

  • What are my transportation options for getting to and from the RECESS (Field Trip)? Feel free to pull together your own carpool or crank your playlist and enjoy getting out of town and some time alone!

  • Drive Time: I suggest that you cross check with WAZE but typical drive time is 1 hour from NW DC to Bluemont, VA.

  • What can I bring to the RECESS?

    • Hiking shoes/boots with Vibram (sticky soles) recommended. Trails are mostly single track, rooty and rocky.

    • 1- 2 liters of water

    • What to wear: LAYERS!! Stretchy, warm and wicking (especially layer next to your skin). Be sure to have wind/rain pants and jacket in case weather changes. HATS and GLOVES recommended.

    • Your own PICNIC lunch

    • Bring your $ or credit card in case you want to buy something en route.

  • What will Elements Bring:

    • First aid kit

    • Trail guide (Margaret), map and trail intel

  • Well behaved Dogs allowed on this RECESS. Please note - the trail can be rocky so consider first aid for pup paws and water/food.

  • How can I contact the organizer with any questions? email mrietano@theelementsdc.com or christy@littlegreen.me

 


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RECESS: 'Walk & Talk with The Elements and acclaimed author/adventurer, Florence Williams
Oct
20
9:00 AM09:00

RECESS: 'Walk & Talk with The Elements and acclaimed author/adventurer, Florence Williams

  • We will walk the trails of Great Falls Park (MD). Plan to park and gather at Rockwood Manor (map)
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RECESS

You will not want to miss the chance to walk the trails of Great Falls Park with Elements guides and acclaimed author and adventurer extraordinaire, Florence Williams. Let’s practice what she preaches in The Nature Fix: Why Nature makes us Happier, Healthier and More Creative.

SCHEDULE:

  • 9:00: We will park and gather at the parking lot for Rockwood Manor Park (see map)

  • 9:15 - 10:30: Walk the trails of Great Falls Park where you can commune with fellow reBOOTers, RECESSers and get to know Florence. Mid route, we will gather at a scenic spot to hear a casual presentation from Florence on The Nature Fix and more (Outside podcasts and upcoming projects). After talk, together we will loop back to starting spot while enjoying our signature Elements ‘Quiet Mile’.

COST: $25

 

FAQs

  • What if the weather is yucky? We will proceed in a drizzle but either re-schedule or cancel and refund (less $10 admin/credit card fee) RECESSers if the weather is awful.

  • Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter this RECESS? We ask that participants be 16 or over.

  • What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the RECESS? There is typically plenty of parking at Rockwood Manor but we do ask that RECESSers and reBOOTers carpool if possible.

  • What can I bring to the RECESS?

    • Running/exercise shoes recommended. Trails are mostly double track, sometimes rooty, rocky with hills.

    • Water

  • To learn more about Florence and her work, click here www.FlorenceWilliams.com

  • How can I contact the organizer with any questions? email mrietano@theelementsdc.com or see FAQ’s

 


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