*more scheduling and registration info*
2025-05-01 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-06-01 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-07-01 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-08-01 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-01 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-01 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-11-01 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-01 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
*** SCHEDULE, AVAILABILITY and REGISTRATION INFORMATION***
If there is a class or adventure that you do not see listed, or you would like to arrange a group or private activity, or, you are curious about our schedule and availability, OR you are having trouble with registration, please call or text us at 301.667.3560… or email mtnjedi@gmail.com

Special
2025-07-26 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
Private event

Introduction to Outdoor Rock Climbing
2025-11-09 13:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
Have you ever been curious about one of the most popular sports in America?
Come out and join us for a casual afternoon of rock climbing !
All needed equipment is provided and basic instruction on safety and technique is included.
This is an inexpensive way to explore a new sport in the outdoors!
Great for singles, Great for couples, Great for families! (over 8 year old)

Take Shelter! (Shelter Basics)
2025-11-21 09:00 - 15:30 (America/New_York)
SHELTER BASICS… and how to rig them!

From tents… to tarps… to trash bags … to snow caves (quinzhees)…
They can all be amazing shelters… IF you know how to use them!
Many folks have tried tents (“they all leak”) with little success.
Most people have used tarps (“they suck”) with no knowledge of what it takes to make a tarp work ..
And camping in the snow has GOT TO BE cold… (its not!)
All of these shelter types have been used for thousands of years with great success, even without the modern materials available today… all it requires is the know how to use them properly.
… and, the knowledge of knots!
(All materials can be provided, however we strongly encourage participants to bring their own, to learn how to provide optimal shelter for themselves with their own gear.)
This class, a component of our outdoor leadership program, can be offered any time by request…

Rock Climbing
2026-06-22 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-06-23 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-06-25 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-06-27 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-06-29 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-06-30 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-07-02 09:00 - 15:00 UTC | Shenandoah National Park
Get that “aired-out” feeling, while climbing almost 3000’ above the Shenandoah Valley floor*. This is an unforgettable experience that will make your trip to Shenandoah National Park complete*… a full day of adventure for both young and young at heart. All necessary gear is provided. Advance registration isrequired. This is an introductory thru intermediate level climbing program.

The climbing programs are not extraordinarily physically demanding (for a person of average fitness), but they can be psychologically challenging.
All participants should bring a camera for this exciting day!
*For convenience, we have permits for guiding at climbing sites throughout the four state (PA, MD, VA and WV) region.
All climbing days are led by Andy Nichols, one of the top outdoor adventure educators in the country. Andy has been recognized as an “Outdoor Legend” by “Blue Ridge Outdoors” magazine, and has been featured in magazines including National Geographic Adventure and Southern Living. His students range from Tier 1 operators to Scouts, from corporate executives to family vacationers, from NPS Search and Rescue teams to foreign embassy staff. His more than 50 years of experience will guarantee that you will have an amazing time!
**If you have a day in mind for a climbing adventure, and it is not shown on the calendar, with sufficient advance planning we can probably arrange it.
Call us at 301.667.3560 or email mtnjedi@gmail for more information

Cascading 1 (mtn swimming)
2026-06-22 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-06-24 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-06-26 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-06-29 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-07-01 09:00 - 15:00 UTC | Various
There is nothing as sweet as a few laps in some of our mountain pools.. all spring fed, all bracingly cool, all dazzlingly crystal clear. These mountain treasures have been destinations for years… the hotter the midsummer day, the better! Add a few jumping rocks, a “waterfall jacuzzi”, a smooth waterslide, a stream to wade, and a waterfall to rappel through…. and it is the perfect getaway adventure day.. for families and friends.
Cascading is basically wet, very wet, canyoneering.
All cascading days are led by Andy Nichols, one of the top outdoor adventure educators in the country. Andy has been recognized as an “Outdoor Legend” by “Blue Ridge Outdoors” magazine, and has been featured in magazines including National Geographic Adventure and Southern Living. His students range from Tier 1 operators to Scouts, from corporate executives to family vacationers, from NPS Search and Rescue teams to foreign embassy staff. Andy and his team pioneered this sport in the East. His many years of experience will guarantee that you will have an amazing time!

In fact, Southern Living Magazine has declared our cascading program as “ the best summer adventure in the South”! Come see why!

*Unfortunately, cascading programs cannot run on weekends or holidays, but if you can get away to join us during the week, we think you’ll agree that it is the BEST adventure!*

Intro to Outdoor Survival/Basic Skills
2026-06-26 09:00 - 15:30 UTC | Various
When everything goes wrong, learn to not just survive, but to thrive!
If you are interested in preparing for the worst, this is a great place to start!
Highly experiential.. learn the skills to survive! Build your own survival kit.. This is fieldcraft and outdoor knowledge and wisdom at the next level.. learn about water acquisition, shelter, signalling, fire building, navigation and so much more.The first half is class the second half is in the field.
No one who enjoys the outdoors should be without this class!
This was developed by Teamlink for the Discovery Channel in support of their Bear Grylls series…
(Classes are offered in Shenandoah National Park, Virginia and the Catoctin Mountains of Maryland)
Maryland dates:
Friday, June 26, Saturday,August 29, Saturday, September 26, Saturday, October 24
*This class can be scheduled upon demand. It is not restricted to the dates indicated

*Private Adventure
2026-06-29 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-06-30 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-07-01 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-07-02 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-07-03 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
Sometimes, you just want to experience the exhilaration of adventure with just you, your special friends and a guide. This is for you! You can choose from any of our adventures and classes, or combine any of them into a custom trip. ( we can help you design the experience)
All trips are guided by Andy…
All Private Adventures are led by Andy Nichols, one of the top outdoor adventure educators in the country. Andy has been recognized as an “Outdoor Legend” by “Blue Ridge Outdoors” magazine, and has been featured in magazines including National Geographic Adventure and Southern Living. His students range from Tier 1 operators to Scouts, from corporate executives to family vacationers, from NPS Search and Rescue teams to foreign embassy staff. His more than 50 years of experience will guarantee that you will have an amazing time!

Cascading 2
2026-07-01 09:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
Ready to step up your adventure level?

Have you completed the level 1 adventure? Are you a swimmer? In pretty good physical condition?
Then… this is for you! This trip only runs a few times each year, but if you are lucky enough to go, you will NEVER forget it!
…with multiple waterfall rappels, exploring remote pools, and traveling WAY deep in the canyon, there are hardly words to fully convey the experience.
*strong swimming skills and comfort in deeper water are required for this adventure!
