Welcome the summer solstice with some fun outdoor activity, whether it’s a hike with man’s best friend in Wheaton or a kayak tour of the lake in Boyds.
My Dog & Me Hike
June 21, 9:30-10:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. to noon | Brookside Nature Center
1400 Glenallan Ave., Wheaton, MD 20902
Calling all dog parents! Lace up your hiking boots or sneakers for a leisurely stroll with your pooch. The earlier hike is reserved for large dogs — over 25 pounds — and the later hike is for small dogs and their owners. The large-dog event is for adults only. Free | visitmontgomery.com
55-Plus Lake Tour by Kayak
June 22, 8-10 a.m. | Black Hill Discovery Center
20926 Lake Ridge Drive, Boyds, MD 20841
Enjoy a peaceful Sunday paddle on the lake with other 55-plus participants. Spot wildlife along the way, including beavers, herons and perhaps even a bald eagle. Participants must have basic paddling experience. $30 | montgomeryparks.org
DIY Pressed Wildflower Frame
June 22, 3-5 p.m. | Hammer & Stain Rockville
107 Gibbs St., Rockville, MD 20851
Make your very own nature-inspired pressed wildflower frame at this 90-minute adults-only workshop. Craft a custom frame and floral design with friends and loved ones. $55 | hammerandstainrockville.com
