The River Jam is rescheduled for Sunday October 25. We're looking ahead to sunnier skies and warmer weather (and lower flow).
Potomac River Jam
Sunday, October 25,
8 am - 4 pm
River Center at Lockhouse 8, C&O Canal National Historical Park, Cabin John, MD
Join Potomac Conservancy for our first annual Potomac River Jam - a day-long celebration of the river and canal.
UPDATED schedule listed below.
Local musicians will play acoustic sets of Celtic, folk and indie music throughout the afternoon. Enjoy a little sample of the River Center events from this summer, such as a morning bird walk and nature photography session.
Canoe trips over to Minnie's Island will be offered. Bring the kids for face-painting and other activities. All events are free.
For additional information, contact Potomac Conservancy's River Center Coordinator Bridget Chapin, chapin@potomac.org, 301.608.1188, x206.
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Potomac River Jam Schedule
(as of 10/21/09)
ACTIVITIES
All Day
- Children’s activities
- Raffle
- Refreshments
Nature Walks along the C&O Canal
• 8-9 am: Join photographer Joanne Miller for some one-on-one pointers as you capture the sights along the C&O Canal. Bring your favorite camera and a good eye.
• 9-10 am: Catch a glimpse of this fall’s winged wildlife on a morning bird walk with Kelly Fox.
• 10-11 am: Learn about common tree species found in the Potomac River watershed on a “Tree ID” walk with Laura Miller.
• 11 am-12 pm: Hear the history and folklore of common trees, weeds and wildflowers on a medicinal plant walk with Randa Steblez.
Music
After the nature walks, join us from 11:30 am-4 pm for acoustic music sets with local musicians such as Kensington Station. The first set will include children’s songs.
- 11:30 am – 12:15 pm: Children’s songs with Rick & Audrey
- 12:45 – 1:30 pm: Irish Music with Tina Eck and Keith Carr
- 1:45 – 2:30 pm: Kensington Station
- 2:45 – 3:30 pm: Tom Verratti
Canoe Rides:
9 am, 12 pm and 2 pm: Take a canoe ride to Minnie’s Island. First come, first served-- sign up at event for a timeslot.
Sponsors
- Bethesda Co-op
- Kelley Campaigns
- Giant
- My Organic Market (MOM)