https://www.nps.gov/choh News releases from Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park. en-us https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/a-new-vision-for-great-falls-starts-now.htm Thu, 05 Feb 2026 08:00:00 EST The National Park Service has completed the Great Falls Area (Maryland) Development Concept Plan, a major milestone that sets the long-term direction for stewardship, visitor experiences and education at one of Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park’s most visited places. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/a-new-vision-for-great-falls-starts-now.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2025_12_19-lander-bridge.htm Fri, 19 Dec 2025 04:28:00 EST Update (12/23/25): The Lander Lock Bridge has reopened with a reduced load rating of 5-tons. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2025_12_19-lander-bridge.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2025_09-byron-bridge-stairway.htm Tue, 16 Sep 2025 08:03:00 EST The National Park Service will begin construction on a new stairway connecting the Goodloe Byron Memorial Footbridge (Byron Bridge) to the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park towpath at mile 60.6. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2025_09-byron-bridge-stairway.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/national-park-service-completes-a-great-american-outdoors-project-along-the-c-o-canal-towpath.htm Fri, 11 Jul 2025 13:19:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) today celebrated the completion of the stabilization project of a historic drylaid stone wall at Mile 11 with funding from the Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA) Legacy Restoration Fund. This approximately 1,015 linear foot long wall historically called the “Log Wall” plays a critical role in supporting the towpath and the canal prism and protecting them from the waters of the Potomac River. The rehabilitated historic wall ensures future generations will continue to learn and enjoy the C&O Canal in its historical context. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/national-park-service-completes-a-great-american-outdoors-project-along-the-c-o-canal-towpath.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/georgetown-university-national-park-service-and-district-of-columbia-announce-agreement-to-increase-public-waterfront-access-along-the-georgetown-waterfront.htm Wed, 11 Jun 2025 05:00:00 EST Under the terms of the agreement, Georgetown will donate a parcel of land on the Potomac River to the National Park Service to be added to the boundary of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park. This parcel includes an easement along the Capital Crescent Trail, which would be extinguished when the land is donated. This will allow for uninterrupted use of the trail by the public. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/georgetown-university-national-park-service-and-district-of-columbia-announce-agreement-to-increase-public-waterfront-access-along-the-georgetown-waterfront.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/ideas-for-the-future-of-great-falls-maryland.htm Mon, 09 Jun 2025 07:46:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) invites the public to comment on their experiences and ideas for the future of the Great Falls (Maryland) area of Chesapeake & Canal National Historical Park. Everyone is invited to help shape the long-term vision for the area and provide feedback through July 28. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/ideas-for-the-future-of-great-falls-maryland.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/shad-casts-and-smiles-washington-d-c-children-celebrate-earth-day-at-fletchers-cove.htm Tue, 22 Apr 2025 09:46:00 EST Seventh graders from Washington, D.C. explored nature, history, and fishing at Fletchers Cove during an Earth Day event hosted by the National Park Service and Friends of Fletchers Cove. Hands-on activities fostered environmental awareness, sparked curiosity, and highlighted the value of accessible outdoor experiences in urban communities. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/shad-casts-and-smiles-washington-d-c-children-celebrate-earth-day-at-fletchers-cove.htm https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1465/national-parks-in-maryland-virginia-and-d-c-provide-more-than-42-000-meals-of-donated-venison-to-neighbors.htm Wed, 16 Apr 2025 10:00:00 EST Venison donations from national parks of the National Capital Region in 2025. https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1465/national-parks-in-maryland-virginia-and-d-c-provide-more-than-42-000-meals-of-donated-venison-to-neighbors.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2025_01-great-falls-dcp.htm Wed, 15 Jan 2025 05:07:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) invites the public to comment on their experiences and ideas for the future of the Great Falls (Maryland) area of Chesapeake & Canal National Historical Park. Everyone is invited to help shape the long-term vision for the area and provide feedback through March 7. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2025_01-great-falls-dcp.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2024_10-four-locks-boat-ramp.htm Tue, 01 Oct 2024 07:44:00 EST This fall, the National Park Service (NPS) will close the Four Locks (mile 108.9) boat ramp and adjacent parking lot at Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park for repairs starting in October through the winter. The closures will not affect the towpath or access along the adjacent public roadways. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2024_10-four-locks-boat-ramp.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2024_08_07-deputy-superintendent.htm Wed, 07 Aug 2024 11:59:00 EST Edward “Ed” Wenschhof has been named the new deputy superintendent of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park (C&O Canal). https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2024_08_07-deputy-superintendent.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/national-park-service-will-dredge-fletchers-cove.htm Sat, 13 Jul 2024 12:18:00 EST Fletchers Cove, a beloved part of Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park, is set for an important restoration funded by fees that park visitors pay for park entry, camping and special activities through the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (FLREA). The money is used for facilities and services that improve visitors’ experiences. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/national-park-service-will-dredge-fletchers-cove.htm https://www.nps.gov/cato/learn/news/national-parks-in-maryland-virginia-and-d-c-donate-venison.htm Wed, 05 Jun 2024 08:18:00 EST Eight national parks in Maryland, Virginia, and the District of Columbia have concluded this year’s annual operations to reduce overabundant white-tailed deer. These parks donated more than 13,000 pounds of venison to local nonprofit organizations that will serve approximately 55,000 meals to families in need.   https://www.nps.gov/cato/learn/news/national-parks-in-maryland-virginia-and-d-c-donate-venison.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/polly-pond-bridge-closed.htm Fri, 24 May 2024 09:55:00 EST The Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park has closed the Polly Pond Bridge at mile 134.3 because engineers found damage to its foundation, piers, and structure due to erosion. This bridge crosses Polly Pond Creek. Visitors should follow posted detour. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/polly-pond-bridge-closed.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2024-05_17-dam-5.htm Fri, 17 May 2024 10:55:00 EST Effective Dates: Week of May 20, 2024, through Fall 2025 (weather dependent) Affected Area: Mile 106 through 106.8 of the towpath, including the parking lot at Dam 5 Reason: Rehabilitation of the left abutment of the historic Potomac Dam No. 5 https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2024-05_17-dam-5.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2024_04_16-federal-advisory-commission.htm Tue, 16 Apr 2024 06:40:00 EST On May 6, 2024, at 9:30 a.m. the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park (NHP) will host a meeting of the park’s Federal Advisory Commission. This annual meeting will be held at the park Headquarters, 142 West Potomac Street Williamsport, MD 21795. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2024_04_16-federal-advisory-commission.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/prescribed-burn-planned-this-month-at-chesapeake-ohio-canal-national-historical-park.htm Tue, 19 Mar 2024 04:17:00 EST The National Park Service is preparing to conduct a prescribed burn at Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park in early spring, depending on weather conditions. The park plans to burn approximately 90 acres, in the former agricultural fields between rural Oldtown and Spring Gap, Maryland. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/prescribed-burn-planned-this-month-at-chesapeake-ohio-canal-national-historical-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/help-us-identify-suspect-who-assaulted-two-women-on-the-canal-towpath-trail-in-chesapeake-ohio-canal-national-historical-park.htm Mon, 11 Mar 2024 12:34:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) is continuing to seek tips from the public to aid in the ongoing investigation of an aggravated assault that occurred in the evening of March 6, 2024 and a related incident that occurred in the afternoon of March 10, 2024. Submit a tip: 888-653-0009, nps_isb@nps.gov, go.nps.gov/SubmitATip https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/help-us-identify-suspect-who-assaulted-two-women-on-the-canal-towpath-trail-in-chesapeake-ohio-canal-national-historical-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2023-03-07-nps-seeking-tip.htm Thu, 07 Mar 2024 12:54:00 EST NPS seeking tips to help identify suspect who assaulted a woman on the Canal Towpath Trail in Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2023-03-07-nps-seeking-tip.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2024_03_05-georgetown.htm Tue, 05 Mar 2024 06:54:00 EST On February 28, 2024, the National Park Service (NPS) notified Georgetown Heritage of the termination of its philanthropic partnership agreement effective April 29, 2024. This does not change the operation of the canal boat in Georgetown. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2024_03_05-georgetown.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2024_03_04-locks-and-walls.htm Mon, 04 Mar 2024 04:18:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) will carry out a large-scale $12.7 million preservation and rehabilitation project on the historic C&O Canal in Georgetown to protect key parts of our country’s early transportation history and reduce the risk of flooding during storms and high-water events. The project is expected to start mid-March and is anticipated to continue through Winter 2026, weather dependent. Construction activities will likely require intermittent towpath detours in Georgetown. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2024_03_04-locks-and-walls.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/harpers-ferry-road-reopened.htm Tue, 19 Dec 2023 04:54:00 EST Harpers Ferry Road between Hoffmaster Road and the school bus turnaround on Sandy Hook Road will reopen Tuesday, December 19. There will be a short work zone (approximately 200 feet) during the final phase of construction where traffic will alternate right of way. This traffic pattern will continue until all remaining construction work is complete this winter.  https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/harpers-ferry-road-reopened.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2023_12_13-georgetown-restoration.htm Wed, 13 Dec 2023 04:34:00 EST A historic preservation and maintenance project starting in 2024 will protect key parts of our country’s early transportation history and reduce the risk of flooding in Georgetown during storms and high water. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2023_12_13-georgetown-restoration.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2023_10_17-whites-ferry.htm Tue, 17 Oct 2023 05:52:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) has prepared a Development Concept Plan that outlines potential improvements within the Whites Ferry area. This concludes a year-long planning process, developed with stakeholder and public input, re-envisioning this part of the park. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2023_10_17-whites-ferry.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/share-your-ideas-for-the-future-of-great-falls-maryland.htm Mon, 28 Aug 2023 07:18:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) invites the public to comment on their experiences and ideas for the future of the Great Falls (Maryland) area of Chesapeake & Canal National Historical Park. Everyone is invited to help shape the long-term vision for the area and provide feedback through Sept. 29.  https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/share-your-ideas-for-the-future-of-great-falls-maryland.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2023_07_18-three-boat-ramps.htm Tue, 18 Jul 2023 08:05:00 EST his summer, the National Park Service (NPS) will close three boat-ramps at Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park to replace three vehicle bridges. The Edwards Ferry Boat Ramp (mile 30.8), Dargan Bend Recreation Area Boat Ramp (mile 64.9) and the Fifteen Mile Creek Campground Boat Ramp (mile 140.8) will close in phases starting July 2023 and depending on weather, could extend into the winter. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2023_07_18-three-boat-ramps.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2023_06_02-flood-prevention-project-completed.htm Fri, 02 Jun 2023 12:30:00 EST In honor of completing the largest restoration project in modern park history, Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park today received the Excellence in Historic Preservation and Sustainable Design award from the Maryland Historical Trust (MHT). https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2023_06_02-flood-prevention-project-completed.htm https://www.nps.gov/cato/learn/news/national-parks-in-maryland-virginia-west-virginia-and-d-c-provide-more-than-48-000-meals-of-donated-venison-to-neighbors.htm Thu, 20 Apr 2023 11:49:00 EST Seven national parks in Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia and the District of Columbia have concluded this year’s annual operations to reduce overabundant white-tailed deer. These parks donated more than 12,000 pounds of venison to local nonprofit organizations that will serve approximately 48,000 meals to families in need. https://www.nps.gov/cato/learn/news/national-parks-in-maryland-virginia-west-virginia-and-d-c-provide-more-than-48-000-meals-of-donated-venison-to-neighbors.htm https://www.nps.gov/rocr/learn/news/seven-ways-to-get-outside-around-d-c-this-national-park-week.htm Wed, 19 Apr 2023 12:59:00 EST Join national parks in the D.C. area for National Park Week! This annual celebration of the more than 400 national parks across the country starts April 22. https://www.nps.gov/rocr/learn/news/seven-ways-to-get-outside-around-d-c-this-national-park-week.htm https://www.nps.gov/cato/learn/news/reducing-deer-numbers-and-removing-invasive-plants-are-key-to-long-term-forest-health.htm Tue, 04 Apr 2023 07:20:00 EST Most forests in eastern United States national parks are at risk due to browsing by overabundant white-tailed deer and crowding by invasive plants, according to a National Park Service (NPS) study published in the journal Ecological Applications. https://www.nps.gov/cato/learn/news/reducing-deer-numbers-and-removing-invasive-plants-are-key-to-long-term-forest-health.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2023-03_22-animals-near-lock-34.htm Tue, 21 Mar 2023 07:33:00 EST Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park rangers have received reports of several racoons behaving abnormally near Lock 34 (mile 61.5) which may be a sign of rabies. Anyone who has had physical contact with raccoons in this area is advised to seek immediate medical evaluation. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2023-03_22-animals-near-lock-34.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2023-03_07-prescribed-fire.htm Tue, 07 Mar 2023 06:24:00 EST The National Park Service is preparing to conduct a prescribed burn at Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park in early spring, depending on weather conditions. The park plans to burn approximately 90 acres, in the former agricultural fields between rural Oldtown and Spring Gap, Maryland. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2023-03_07-prescribed-fire.htm https://www.nps.gov/nace/learn/news/eight-ways-to-celebrate-women-s-history-month-in-your-nearby-national-parks.htm Tue, 28 Feb 2023 11:30:00 EST Join the National Park Service (NPS) this March for eight Women’s History Month events. National parks in the D.C. area invite the public to visit, celebrate and learn about the many stories of women’s history that happened right here in the nation’s capital! https://www.nps.gov/nace/learn/news/eight-ways-to-celebrate-women-s-history-month-in-your-nearby-national-parks.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2023-02_23-repair-stone-wall.htm Thu, 23 Feb 2023 10:19:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) will begin construction on the Level 33 dry-laid stone wall just across the Potomac River from Harpers Ferry, WV this March. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2023-02_23-repair-stone-wall.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/fac-2023-02_16.htm Thu, 16 Feb 2023 05:17:00 EST The Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park (NHP) will host a meeting of the park’s Federal Advisory Commission on March 2 at 9:30 a.m. The meeting will be held at the park Headquarters, 142 W. Potomac St. Williamsport, Md. 21795. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/fac-2023-02_16.htm https://www.nps.gov/cato/learn/news/national-parks-in-maryland-virginia-and-west-virginia-to-reduce-white-tailed-deer-populations-this-winter.htm Wed, 18 Jan 2023 05:33:00 EST Catoctin Mountain Park, Antietam and Monocacy national battlefields, Manassas National Battlefield Park, and Chesapeake and Ohio Canal and Harpers Ferry national historical parks will conduct deer management operations in 2023 to protect and restore native plants, promote healthy and diverse forests, and preserve historic landscapes. Operations will take place from Jan. 30 to April 30, 2023. https://www.nps.gov/cato/learn/news/national-parks-in-maryland-virginia-and-west-virginia-to-reduce-white-tailed-deer-populations-this-winter.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2022-10_4-whites-ferry.htm Mon, 03 Oct 2022 09:33:00 EST WILLIAMSPORT, Md. – The National Park Service (NPS) is again seeking public input as we take next steps to improve opportunities for recreation at Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park. On Oct. 12, the NPS will host a public meeting and begin the second public comment period to continue the preparation of a Development Concept Plan for Whites Ferry. The public is invited to comment until Nov. 12. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2022-10_4-whites-ferry.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2022-09_12-pohe.htm Mon, 12 Sep 2022 10:44:00 EST National Park Service (NPS) Regional Director Kym Hall has named Jeri DeYoung as the new superintendent of Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail (NST). https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2022-09_12-pohe.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/fac-2022-8_11.htm Thu, 28 Jul 2022 04:44:00 EST On August 11, 2022 at 9:20 a.m. the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park (NHP) will host a meeting of the park’s Federal Advisory Commission https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/fac-2022-8_11.htm https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1465/national-park-tourism-in-maryland-creates-344-3-million-in-economic-benefit.htm Wed, 13 Jul 2022 10:36:00 EST A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that 6,675,119 visitors to national parks in Maryland spent $246.6 million in the state in 2021. That spending resulted in 2,940 jobs and had a cumulative benefit to the state economy of $344.3 million. https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1465/national-park-tourism-in-maryland-creates-344-3-million-in-economic-benefit.htm https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1465/national-park-tourism-in-west-virginia-creates-131-million-in-economic-benefit.htm Wed, 13 Jul 2022 10:11:00 EST A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that 2,187,125 visitors to national parks in West Virginia spent $108.9 million in the state in 2021. That spending resulted in 1,447 jobs and had a cumulative benefit to the state economy of $131 million. https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1465/national-park-tourism-in-west-virginia-creates-131-million-in-economic-benefit.htm https://www.nps.gov/nama/learn/news/national-park-tourism-in-d-c-creates-679-million-in-economic-benefit.htm Mon, 27 Jun 2022 05:27:00 EST A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that 28,599,634 visitors to national parks in the District of Columbia spent $600,600,000 in 2021. That spending resulted in 5,293 jobs and had a cumulative benefit to the District’s economy of $679,400,000.  https://www.nps.gov/nama/learn/news/national-park-tourism-in-d-c-creates-679-million-in-economic-benefit.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2022-06_17-sewer.htm Fri, 17 Jun 2022 10:52:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS), in partnership with DC Water, invites public review of a proposal to repair three segments of a sanitary sewer system adjacent to the Clara Barton Parkway between Lock 14 and the Chain Bridge in the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park. You’re invited to review the proposal and submit comments from June 17, 2022 through July 1, 2022. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2022-06_17-sewer.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2022-05_08-barges.htm Sun, 08 May 2022 17:00:00 EST On Saturday evening, a construction barge carrying an excavator and other equipment broke loose and was held in the Potomac River for a short time. This afternoon, a second barge broke loose as well. Both floated downriver toward Harpers Ferry, West Virginia. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2022-05_08-barges.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2020-05-02-white-s-ferry-public-comment-period.htm Mon, 02 May 2022 10:51:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking input as we take steps to improve opportunities for public recreation at Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park. The NPS is seeking public comments from May 11 through June 11 to aid the preparation of a Development Concept Plan for White’s Ferry. The public is invited to help shape the long-term vision for the area and provide feedback on an initial range of proposed concepts.  https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2020-05-02-white-s-ferry-public-comment-period.htm https://www.nps.gov/cato/learn/news/deer-in-dc-area-national-parks-test-positive-for-the-virus-that-causes-covid-19.htm Fri, 25 Feb 2022 07:37:00 EST During recent, routine white-tailed deer management operations and subsequent disease sampling at Catoctin Mountain Park, Rock Creek Park, Monocacy National Battlefield and Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park, USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) and Pennsylvania State University researchers found positive results for SARS-CoV2 (the virus that causes COVID-19) in the park deer population. https://www.nps.gov/cato/learn/news/deer-in-dc-area-national-parks-test-positive-for-the-virus-that-causes-covid-19.htm https://www.nps.gov/cato/learn/news/2021-2022-deer-management.htm Wed, 15 Dec 2021 09:59:00 EST Catoctin Mountain Park, Antietam and Monocacy national battlefields, and Chesapeake and Ohio Canal and Harpers Ferry national historical parks will conduct deer management operations in 2022 to protect and restore native plants, promote healthy and diverse forests, and preserve historic landscapes.  https://www.nps.gov/cato/learn/news/2021-2022-deer-management.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2021-rumsey-bridge.htm Wed, 01 Dec 2021 05:17:00 EST Maryland State Highway Administration is seeking public comment on proposed repairs to the James Rumsey Bridge (MD 34) over the Potomac River and C&O Canal between Sharpsburg, MD and Shepherdstown, WV for the next 15 days. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2021-rumsey-bridge.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2021-july-georgetown-canal-boat.htm Fri, 09 Jul 2021 13:40:00 EST A new canal boat is making its way to Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park in Georgetown. The boat will be delivered in two pieces to Canal Road and will require the closure of Canal Road from the Reservoir Road intersection to the Foxhall Road intersection from 7 p.m. on Friday, July 9 to 7 p.m. on Sunday, July 11. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2021-july-georgetown-canal-boat.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2021-july-federal-advisory-commission.htm Fri, 02 Jul 2021 07:49:00 EST On July 15, 2021 at 9 a.m. the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park (NHP) will host a virtual meeting of the park’s Federal Advisory Commission. The meeting agenda will include park updates and outline goals for the park and commission in fiscal year 2021 and beyond. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2021-july-federal-advisory-commission.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2021-06_09-knotweed.htm Wed, 09 Jun 2021 07:04:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) has tiered to an Environmental Assessment completed by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service for the environmental release of a biological control organism to suppress invasive Japanese knotweed. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2021-06_09-knotweed.htm https://www.nps.gov/cato/learn/news/2021-venison-donation.htm Wed, 05 May 2021 04:39:00 EST Seven national parks in Maryland, Virginia and the District of Columbia have concluded this year’s annual operations to reduce overabundant white-tailed deer. These parks donated more than 11,000 pounds of venison to local nonprofit organizations that will serve approximately 44,000 meals to families in need. https://www.nps.gov/cato/learn/news/2021-venison-donation.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2021-01_15-little-tonoloway.htm Fri, 15 Jan 2021 11:25:00 EST Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park has replaced the bridge span at Little Tonoloway Day Use and Recreation Area and will reopen the crossing over the canal to traffic in the afternoon on Friday, Jan. 15. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2021-01_15-little-tonoloway.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/edwards-ferry-bridge-closed-to-vehicles.htm Thu, 07 Jan 2021 11:02:00 EST On Thursday, Jan. 7, Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park will close the Edwards Ferry (Lock 25) Bridge to vehicle traffic. The bridge will remain open to bicyclists and pedestrians. During a recent inspection, engineers discovered the bridge‘s steel is in a state of advanced corrosion, and some parts of the support structure have rusted through. The bridge carries Edward’s Ferry Road over the historic stone lock and canal to a boat ramp located along the Potomac River. The park and amenities, such as the lock house and vault toilets, remain open to recreational use.  https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/edwards-ferry-bridge-closed-to-vehicles.htm https://www.nps.gov/cato/learn/news/national-park-service-to-reduce-white-tailed-deer-populations-in-six-maryland-virginia-and-west-virginia-national-parks.htm Wed, 16 Dec 2020 14:00:00 EST Catoctin Mountain Park , Antietam and Monocacy national battlefields, Manassas National Battlefield Park, and Chesapeake and Ohio Canal and Harpers Ferry national historical parks will conduct deer management operations in 2021 to protect and restore native plants, promote healthy and diverse forests and preserve historic landscapes. https://www.nps.gov/cato/learn/news/national-park-service-to-reduce-white-tailed-deer-populations-in-six-maryland-virginia-and-west-virginia-national-parks.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2020-11_25-paw-paw-tunnel.htm Wed, 25 Nov 2020 10:06:00 EST HAGERSTOWN, Md. — In order to protect visitors from falling rocks, the National Park Service (NPS) will close the northern approach to the Paw Paw Tunnel on Wednesday, Nov. 25. Through travelers on the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Towpath will be able to travel on the Tunnel Bypass Trail instead of through the tunnel. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2020-11_25-paw-paw-tunnel.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2020-11_17-little-tonoloway.htm Tue, 17 Nov 2020 08:21:00 EST HANCOCK, Md. — Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park will close the Little Tonoloway Bridge to vehicle, bicycle and pedestrian traffic on or about Thursday, Nov. 19. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2020-11_17-little-tonoloway.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/lowering-of-water-levels-in-cushwa-basin.htm Tue, 20 Oct 2020 12:31:00 EST Weather permitting, the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park will lower water levels in the Cushwa Basin in Williamsport the week of October 20 for the winter months. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/lowering-of-water-levels-in-cushwa-basin.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/national-park-service-invites-public-comment-on-proposed-combined-sewer-overflow-project.htm Fri, 02 Oct 2020 11:13:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) in coordination with the City of Cumberland invites public comment through October 31 on a proposed combined sewer overflow project that would affect a portion of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/national-park-service-invites-public-comment-on-proposed-combined-sewer-overflow-project.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/national-park-service-finalizes-plans-to-improve-visitor-safety-and-mitigate-rockfall-hazards-in-the-paw-paw-tunnel-hollow.htm Tue, 08 Sep 2020 01:39:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) has completed an Environmental Assessment to enhance visitor safety, improve visitor access at the Paw Paw campground parking lot, and prevent disruptions to towpath continuity that may result from future landslides in the Paw Paw Tunnel Hollow area. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/national-park-service-finalizes-plans-to-improve-visitor-safety-and-mitigate-rockfall-hazards-in-the-paw-paw-tunnel-hollow.htm https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1465/explore-dc-s-national-parks-with-a-new-free-app.htm Thu, 03 Sep 2020 09:20:00 EST Heading to a Washington, DC, national park this Labor Day weekend? Download the free DC Area National Parks App in the Apple and Google Play stores to find, explore and learn about parks in the Washington, DC, area. https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1465/explore-dc-s-national-parks-with-a-new-free-app.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/water-level-at-potomac-river-dams-4-and-5-to-be-lowered.htm Wed, 02 Sep 2020 06:05:00 EST Weather permitting, on September 14th through September 16th, 2020, the water level of the Potomac River reservoir impounded by Dam #4 and Dam #5 will be lowered approximately 6 inches to allow the National Park Service to conduct an annual visual inspection of the dams and photographic documentation. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/water-level-at-potomac-river-dams-4-and-5-to-be-lowered.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/c-o-canal-invites-public-comment-on-proposal-to-improve-safety-in-the-paw-paw-tunnel-hollow.htm Thu, 25 Jun 2020 00:16:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) invites public comment through July 25 on a proposal to improve visitor safety near the Paw Paw Tunnel Hollow in Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/c-o-canal-invites-public-comment-on-proposal-to-improve-safety-in-the-paw-paw-tunnel-hollow.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/information-sought-theft-of-government-property.htm Tue, 26 May 2020 22:05:00 EST National Park Rangers at the C&O Canal National Historical Park are seeking information regarding the theft of government property from 1609 Pearre Road, Hancock, Maryland. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/information-sought-theft-of-government-property.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/c-o-canal-selects-new-chief-of-interpretation.htm Tue, 28 Apr 2020 01:00:00 EST Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park welcomes Christiana Hanson as the new Chief of Interpretation, Education and Volunteer Operations along the 184.5 mile national park. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/c-o-canal-selects-new-chief-of-interpretation.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/hazardous-trees-and-vegetation-to-be-removed-in-swains-lock-area-april-21-may-15.htm Sun, 19 Apr 2020 22:45:00 EST Arborists will remove hazardous trees in the Swains Lock area of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park between April 21 and May 15. The park urges visitors to heed warning signs and barriers. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/hazardous-trees-and-vegetation-to-be-removed-in-swains-lock-area-april-21-may-15.htm https://www.nps.gov/nama/learn/news/national-park-service-approves-dc-water-s-potomac-river-tunnel-project-to-improve-water-quality.htm Tue, 14 Apr 2020 06:37:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) has completed an Environmental Assessment (EA) and approved DC Water’s proposal to move forward with construction of the Potomac River Tunnel project. The proposed project, primarily on NPS land in northwest D.C., will improve water quality and reduce combined sewer overflows (CSOs) to the Potomac River. The Potomac River Tunnel is part of DC Water’s Clean Rivers Project. https://www.nps.gov/nama/learn/news/national-park-service-approves-dc-water-s-potomac-river-tunnel-project-to-improve-water-quality.htm https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1465/national-parks-in-the-national-capital-area-modify-operations-to-implement-latest-health-guidance.htm Fri, 20 Mar 2020 09:47:00 EST WASHINGTON – National parks in the greater Washington area are modifying their operations to promote social distancing and implement the latest guidance from the White House, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and local and state authorities. https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1465/national-parks-in-the-national-capital-area-modify-operations-to-implement-latest-health-guidance.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/phase-1-of-c-o-canal-wall-stabilization-begins-in-georgetown.htm Thu, 05 Mar 2020 04:11:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) and Georgetown Heritage will begin work this month to assess and stabilize a Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park (C&O Canal) canal wall near Grace St. and Wisconsin Ave. in Georgetown. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/phase-1-of-c-o-canal-wall-stabilization-begins-in-georgetown.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/national-park-service-approves-georgetown-canal-plan.htm Wed, 26 Feb 2020 05:19:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) has approved a plan to revitalize the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park (C&O Canal NHP) through Georgetown. The Georgetown Canal Plan was prepared in partnership with Georgetown Heritage with support from the District of Columbia and the Georgetown Business Improvement District. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/national-park-service-approves-georgetown-canal-plan.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/national-park-service-approves-plan-for-transportation-upgrades-at-fletcher-s-cove.htm Tue, 11 Feb 2020 12:33:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) has approved a plan to improve access to Fletcher’s Cove in Washington, DC. The improvements will enable direct, safe travel between Canal Road and the Fletcher’s Boathouse. The NPS plans to build new entrance ramps, reconfigure and resurface existing parking lots and add new, marked pedestrian crossings. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/national-park-service-approves-plan-for-transportation-upgrades-at-fletcher-s-cove.htm https://www.nps.gov/cato/learn/news/white-tailed-deer-management-resumes-in-western-md-national-parks-in-february.htm Thu, 23 Jan 2020 08:58:00 EST Four national parks in western Maryland: Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park (NHP), Antietam and Monocacy National Battlefields and Catoctin Mountain Park will conduct deer management operations in Feb. and March 2020 to protect and restore native plants, promote healthy and diverse forests and preserve historic landscapes. https://www.nps.gov/cato/learn/news/white-tailed-deer-management-resumes-in-western-md-national-parks-in-february.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/new-superintendent-named-for-c-o-canal.htm Fri, 20 Dec 2019 09:51:00 EST Tina M. Cappetta, a committed team-builder and park manager with more than 31 years’ experience, will serve as the next superintendent of Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park, Md. She begins her assignment Jan. 21, 2020.  https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/new-superintendent-named-for-c-o-canal.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/great-falls-entrance-fees-to-increase-january-1.htm Wed, 18 Dec 2019 09:30:00 EST Entrance fees for the Great Falls area at both Chesapeake and Ohio Canal (Md.) and Great Falls Park (Va.) will increase on Jan. 1, 2020 as part of the National Park Service’s ongoing efforts to address infrastructure needs and improve future visitor experiences. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/great-falls-entrance-fees-to-increase-january-1.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/c-o-canal-approves-plans-for-new-headquarters-at-williamsport.htm Mon, 25 Nov 2019 07:44:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) has approved a plan to move the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park (C&O Canal) headquarters to the former Miller Lumber Company site in Williamsport, Md. Construction of the park headquarters will begin in 2020 and is projected to be completed in late 2021. The new headquarters will bring about 70 jobs with an annual payroll of about $5 million to Williamsport. The park held a ceremonial groundbreaking for the project in August. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/c-o-canal-approves-plans-for-new-headquarters-at-williamsport.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/national-park-service-wants-your-input-on-options-to-improve-road-safety-and-traffic-flow-at-fletcher-s-cove.htm Wed, 06 Nov 2019 10:19:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) is considering changing how visitors access the Fletcher’s Cove area in Washington, DC. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/national-park-service-wants-your-input-on-options-to-improve-road-safety-and-traffic-flow-at-fletcher-s-cove.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/share-your-feedback-on-the-georgetown-canal-plan.htm Wed, 16 Oct 2019 12:51:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) in partnership with Georgetown Heritage invites you to share feedback on two alternatives (a No Action and an Action Alternative) to revitalize the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park (C&O Canal NHP) through Georgetown. You’re invited to provide comments at a public meeting on Nov. 7, online or by mail through Nov. 16. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/share-your-feedback-on-the-georgetown-canal-plan.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/environmental-review-completed-for-proposed-columbia-gas-pipeline-under-chesapeake-and-ohio-canal-national-historical-park.htm Thu, 26 Sep 2019 11:05:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) has signed a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) for a Right-of-Way (ROW) permit request from Columbia Gas Transmission LLC (Columbia Gas). https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/environmental-review-completed-for-proposed-columbia-gas-pipeline-under-chesapeake-and-ohio-canal-national-historical-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/national-park-service-finalizes-plans-to-restore-land-in-bethesda.htm Fri, 13 Sep 2019 13:57:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) has completed an environmental assessment and selected a plan to restore national park land located between the Intelligence Community Campus-Bethesda (ICC-B) and the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park. The goals of the project are to improve the long-term health and drainage of two stream channels that flow into the Potomac River, stabilize an eroded stream channel and resolve sedimentation issues on NPS land downstream of the ICC-B. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/national-park-service-finalizes-plans-to-restore-land-in-bethesda.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/celebrate-completed-work-on-locks-3-and-4-of-the-c-o-canal-in-georgetown.htm Thu, 05 Sep 2019 05:10:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) and Georgetown Heritage invite the community to celebrate the completion of Locks 3 and 4 of Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park (C&O Canal) on Thursday, Sept. 12 at noon. You’re invited to celebrate this milestone and learn about the multi-year partnership with Georgetown Heritage to restore, revitalize and re-imagine this first mile of the C&O Canal through Georgetown. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/celebrate-completed-work-on-locks-3-and-4-of-the-c-o-canal-in-georgetown.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/calling-all-gongoozlers-experience-the-only-restored-operational-masonry-canal-aqueduct-in-north-america.htm Thu, 08 Aug 2019 17:16:00 EST For the first time in nearly 100 years, a canal boat crossed the Conococheague Aqueduct of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park today in Williamsport. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/calling-all-gongoozlers-experience-the-only-restored-operational-masonry-canal-aqueduct-in-north-america.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/national-park-service-completes-restoration-of-only-operational-masonry-canal-aqueduct-in-north-america-and-breaks-ground-for-new-visitor-center.htm Wed, 31 Jul 2019 04:00:00 EST Celebrate the completion of the restored Conococheague Aqueduct and the groundbreaking for a new park visitor center and headquarters on August 8 https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/national-park-service-completes-restoration-of-only-operational-masonry-canal-aqueduct-in-north-america-and-breaks-ground-for-new-visitor-center.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/public-invited-to-comment-on-environmental-assessment.htm Thu, 18 Jul 2019 07:01:00 EST Public invited to comment on Environmental Assessment July 23 - September 9 https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/public-invited-to-comment-on-environmental-assessment.htm https://www.nps.gov/nama/learn/news/national-park-service-offers-one-of-a-kind-business-opportunity-at-parks-across-greater-washington-area.htm Mon, 01 Jul 2019 09:37:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) is offering a unique business opportunity to provide quick food and beverage services at national parks throughout the National Capital Region, as well as temporary food and beverage services at some of the nation’s most famous events throughout greater Washington, D.C. https://www.nps.gov/nama/learn/news/national-park-service-offers-one-of-a-kind-business-opportunity-at-parks-across-greater-washington-area.htm https://www.nps.gov/nama/learn/news/tourism-at-greater-washington-area-national-parks-creates-1-58-billion-in-economic-benefit.htm Tue, 28 May 2019 06:29:00 EST A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that 54 million visitors to national parks in and around the nation’s capital spent nearly $1.1 billion in 2018. That spending resulted in 14,984 jobs and had a cumulative benefit to the regional economy of $1.58 billion. https://www.nps.gov/nama/learn/news/tourism-at-greater-washington-area-national-parks-creates-1-58-billion-in-economic-benefit.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/piscataway-conoy-native-american-presentation-at-great-falls-tavern-at-c-o-canal.htm Fri, 10 May 2019 05:45:00 EST Have you ever wondered what indigenous life along the Potomac River was like in the 17th and 18th centuries? https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/piscataway-conoy-native-american-presentation-at-great-falls-tavern-at-c-o-canal.htm https://www.nps.gov/cato/learn/news/national-parks-in-maryland-virginia-and-dc-provide-more-than-75-000-meals-to-neighbors-with-donated-venison.htm Mon, 29 Apr 2019 09:01:00 EST Six national parks in Maryland, Virginia and the District of Columbia have concluded annual operations to reduce overabundant white-tailed deer. The parks, ranging from Civil War battlefields to urban parks, donated more than 19,000 pounds of venison, equalling over 75,000 meals to local nonprofits. These nonprofits serve meals locally and across the region to families in need. https://www.nps.gov/cato/learn/news/national-parks-in-maryland-virginia-and-dc-provide-more-than-75-000-meals-to-neighbors-with-donated-venison.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/national-park-service-seeks-public-input-on-proposed-transportation-upgrades-to-fletcher-s-cove.htm Mon, 15 Apr 2019 07:53:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) wants to learn what you think about proposed transportation upgrades to Fletcher’s Cove, also known as the Fletcher’s Boathouse area, in Washington, DC. The NPS welcomes your feedback and suggestions about our proposal to construct a new entrance and upgrade park roads and parking lots. These improvements will provide a more direct and safe transportation connection between Fletcher’s Cove and Canal Road, the C&O Canal towpath, and the Capital Crescent Trail. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/national-park-service-seeks-public-input-on-proposed-transportation-upgrades-to-fletcher-s-cove.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/national-park-service-approves-plan-to-repair-raise-and-resurface-towpath.htm Mon, 15 Apr 2019 05:57:00 EST Nearly one mile of towpath near McMahon’s Mill in Washington County will see improvements https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/national-park-service-approves-plan-to-repair-raise-and-resurface-towpath.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/c-o-canal-park-rangers-investigate-graffiti-in-the-paw-paw-tunnel.htm Fri, 05 Apr 2019 10:37:00 EST Monetary reward offered for information https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/c-o-canal-park-rangers-investigate-graffiti-in-the-paw-paw-tunnel.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/the-national-park-service-and-georgetown-heritage-share-updated-concepts-for-the-georgetown-canal-plan.htm Thu, 04 Apr 2019 22:17:00 EST Public invited to share feedback through May 11. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/the-national-park-service-and-georgetown-heritage-share-updated-concepts-for-the-georgetown-canal-plan.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/c-o-canal-to-present-concept-designs-for-new-williamsport-headquarters.htm Fri, 29 Mar 2019 13:37:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) is working with local communities to facilitate the relocation of Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park’s (C&O Canal) headquarters from Hagerstown to Williamsport, Md. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/c-o-canal-to-present-concept-designs-for-new-williamsport-headquarters.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/save-the-date-georgetown-heritage-and-national-park-service-invite-the-public-to-view-and-comment-on-updated-design-concepts-for-the-georgetown-canal-plan.htm Tue, 05 Mar 2019 10:00:00 EST Georgetown Heritage and the National Park Service (NPS) invite you to a public workshop to give feedback on updated concepts for the Georgetown Canal Plan. The meeting will be held on Thursday, April 4 from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Canal Overlook room at Georgetown Park. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/save-the-date-georgetown-heritage-and-national-park-service-invite-the-public-to-view-and-comment-on-updated-design-concepts-for-the-georgetown-canal-plan.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/national-park-service-reopens-comment-period-on-proposal-to-repair-raise-and-resurface-towpath.htm Wed, 06 Feb 2019 11:31:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) is reopening the comment period on our proposal to stabilize a historic stone wall and raise parts of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal (C&O Canal) towpath, move it farther from the Potomac River and resurface it. The affected area is between McMahon’s Mill (milepost 88.1) and Lock 42 (milepost 89.0) in Washington County. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/national-park-service-reopens-comment-period-on-proposal-to-repair-raise-and-resurface-towpath.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/white-tailed-deer-management-resumes-in-western-maryland-national-parks-in-february.htm Tue, 05 Feb 2019 06:51:00 EST To protect and restore native vegetation, promote healthy and diverse forests and preserve historic landscapes, four western Maryland national parks are preparing to implement previously approved white-tailed deer management plans. The National Park Service (NPS) will donate all suitable meat from reduction activities to local food banks. Last year, national parks in western Maryland and the District of Columbia donated more than 14,000 pounds of venison to local food banks. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/white-tailed-deer-management-resumes-in-western-maryland-national-parks-in-february.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/c-o-canal-headquarters-meeting-in-williamsport-md-rescheduled.htm Tue, 29 Jan 2019 07:33:00 EST NPS invites community members and interested members of the public to an informational meeting on February 12, 2019, from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Williamsport Community Building located in Byron Memorial Park. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/c-o-canal-headquarters-meeting-in-williamsport-md-rescheduled.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/public-invited-to-learn-and-share-ideas-about-new-c-o-canal-headquarters-in-williamsport-md.htm Thu, 13 Dec 2018 23:00:00 EST The National Park Service invites community members and interested members of the public to an informational meeting on January 8, 2019, from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Williamsport Community Building located in Byron Memorial Park. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/public-invited-to-learn-and-share-ideas-about-new-c-o-canal-headquarters-in-williamsport-md.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/public-reminded-of-upcoming-fee-increases-at-great-falls.htm Sun, 09 Dec 2018 23:39:00 EST Fees would benefit parks in both Maryland and Virginia. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/public-reminded-of-upcoming-fee-increases-at-great-falls.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/c-o-canal-plans-to-relocate-headquarters-and-open-new-visitor-center-in-williamsport-md.htm Thu, 27 Sep 2018 01:57:00 EST Agreement with Maryland Economic Development Corporation will bring 75+ jobs to Williamsport and park management back to the park’s front lines for the first time in 16 years https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/c-o-canal-plans-to-relocate-headquarters-and-open-new-visitor-center-in-williamsport-md.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/fall-events-programs-at-c-o-canal.htm Thu, 30 Aug 2018 08:06:00 EST Come for a visit and bike or walk the towpath, stop by a visitor center, enjoy the arrival of fall colors and cooler days, or attend one of our special events. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/fall-events-programs-at-c-o-canal.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/meet-the-mules-in-georgetown.htm Wed, 25 Jul 2018 07:57:00 EST The Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park (C&O Canal) and its partner, Georgetown Heritage, invite the public to “Meet the Mules” this Saturday, July 28 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Fishmarket Square, the corner of Grace Street and Potomac Street NW. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/meet-the-mules-in-georgetown.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/wetlandsfonsi.htm Tue, 24 Jul 2018 04:58:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) recently completed a Wetland Restoration Action Plan that identities an approach to restore, enhance and protect 49.38 acres and 19,985 linear feet of wetlands and streams, respectively, in four national parks: Catoctin Mountain Park; Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park (NHP); Harpers Ferry NHP; and Monocacy National Battlefield. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/wetlandsfonsi.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/public-comment-to-improve-the-towpath-from-mcmahon-s-mill-to-lock-42.htm Mon, 09 Jul 2018 07:51:00 EST The National Park Service announces the open public scoping period for a project to improve the condition of the towpath between McMahon’s Mill to Lock 42 within the C&O Canal. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/public-comment-to-improve-the-towpath-from-mcmahon-s-mill-to-lock-42.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/spring-events-programs-at-c-o-canal.htm Thu, 01 Mar 2018 06:45:00 EST Come for a visit and bike or walk the towpath, stop by a visitor center, enjoy the arrival of spring birds or attend one of our special events. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/spring-events-programs-at-c-o-canal.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/submerged-potomac-river-water-supply-intake-approved.htm Tue, 06 Feb 2018 06:38:00 EST The National Park Service has approved a request from the Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC) to upgrade its Potomac River water supply intake along the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/submerged-potomac-river-water-supply-intake-approved.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/maintaining-the-flow.htm Mon, 04 Dec 2017 06:32:00 EST $6.7 Million in improvements coming to watered sections of the historic Chesapeake and Ohio Canal. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/maintaining-the-flow.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/winter-events-programs-at-c-o-canal-national-historical-park.htm Thu, 30 Nov 2017 06:16:00 EST Winter is a wonderful time to experience the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park (C&O Canal) on your own, with a friend, or by attending a special event or ranger program. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/winter-events-programs-at-c-o-canal-national-historical-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/sing-bike-walk-and-talk-with-rangers-on-the-c-o-canal.htm Mon, 23 Oct 2017 06:37:00 EST Fall is a wonderful time to discover the wonders of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park (C&O Canal). Join rangers for special talks, walks, a bike tour and a sing-along on Friday, October 27, and Saturday, October 28. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/sing-bike-walk-and-talk-with-rangers-on-the-c-o-canal.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/early-american-surveying-techniques.htm Wed, 18 Oct 2017 02:55:00 EST On Saturday, October 28, at 10 a.m., the (C&O Canal invites you to explore how our ancestors managed the new colonial landscape. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/early-american-surveying-techniques.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/proposed-fee-increases.htm Fri, 06 Oct 2017 06:22:00 EST The National Park Service proposes increasing entrance fees at both Great Falls Park (Va.) and Great Falls (Md.). https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/proposed-fee-increases.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/canal-invites-west-virginia-teachers-to-explore.htm Tue, 01 Aug 2017 05:55:00 EST Attention West Virginia 4th Grade Teachers! If you are interested in bringing your students to the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park (C&O Canal), we invite you to attend our teacher workshop Wednesday, August 16th in Williamsport, Maryland to learn about curriculum programs offered to students during the school year. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/canal-invites-west-virginia-teachers-to-explore.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/hazardous-tree-maintenance.htm Mon, 31 Jul 2017 02:45:00 EST Chesapeake and Ohio (C&O) Canal National Historical Park will be conducting hazardous tree pruning and removal at five locations in Montgomery County; these locations are Riley’s Lock, Marsden Tract, Violettes Lock, Great Falls, and Anglers. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/hazardous-tree-maintenance.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/olmsted-island-overlook-open.htm Fri, 28 Jul 2017 05:17:00 EST The Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park (C&O Canal) is pleased to announce that the Olmsted Island Trail to the Great Falls Overlook has been re-opened for access to the public seven days a week. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/olmsted-island-overlook-open.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/capital-crescent-trail-detour-due-to-repairs.htm Tue, 25 Jul 2017 07:07:00 EST The detour will be in effect the week of July 31 and is expected to last 16 weeks. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/capital-crescent-trail-detour-due-to-repairs.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/latino-conservation-week.htm Wed, 19 Jul 2017 06:43:00 EST Join the park’s Latino Heritage Internship Program (LHIP) interns for a day of activities on Thursday, July 20, 2017 from 11:00 a.m. until 4:15 p.m. at the Great Falls Tavern Visitor Center in Potomac, MD. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/latino-conservation-week.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/co-canal-summer-programs.htm Thu, 13 Jul 2017 22:07:00 EST The Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park invites the public to join our park interpreters to discover the canal’s fascinating, and sometimes overlooked, stories and history. All programs are free and suitable for visitors of all ages. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/co-canal-summer-programs.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/photography-talk-and-walk-with-steve-dean.htm Thu, 13 Jul 2017 10:38:00 EST Steve Dean, photographer extraordinaire for the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park, will be hosting a photography talk and walk on July 29th from 10 am -12 pm. The program will begin at the Bowles House Visitor Center in Hancock, Maryland. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/photography-talk-and-walk-with-steve-dean.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/olmsted-island-bridge-and-overlook-to-reopen-on-weekends.htm Fri, 07 Jul 2017 09:06:00 EST The C&O Canal is proceeding with a limited reopening of the previously closed Olmsted Island Trail to the Great Falls Overlook late afternoon on Friday, July 7, 2017. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/olmsted-island-bridge-and-overlook-to-reopen-on-weekends.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/conococheague-aqueduct-restoration-construction-detour.htm Thu, 29 Jun 2017 23:55:00 EST Construction is anticipated to begin in late July 2017 and extend approximately 18 months, weather dependent, until December 2018. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/conococheague-aqueduct-restoration-construction-detour.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/canal-myths-and-truths-save-them-both.htm Wed, 21 Jun 2017 07:28:00 EST Join Karen Gray, PhD, librarian and longtime park volunteer, on Saturday, June 24th at 2 pm at the Great Falls Tavern to learn more about the myths and truths of the 184.5 miles of the canal. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/canal-myths-and-truths-save-them-both.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/olmsted-bridge-and-overlook-closure-extended.htm Tue, 13 Jun 2017 00:24:00 EST The Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park (C&O Canal) anticipates reopening the previously closed Olmsted Island Trail and Great Falls Overlook in early July 2017. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/olmsted-bridge-and-overlook-closure-extended.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/canal-through-georgetown.htm Tue, 06 Jun 2017 21:12:00 EST Add your voice to shape the future of the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park (C&O Canal NHP) in Georgetown! The National Park Service (NPS) and Georgetown Heritage invite you to a hands-on workshop on Wednesday, June 14 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Canal Overlook room at Georgetown Park. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/canal-through-georgetown.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/101-years-101-culverts.htm Wed, 24 May 2017 21:05:00 EST Art comes in many shapes and forms and as they say, beauty is in the eye of the beholder! https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/101-years-101-culverts.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/civil-war-union-troops-guard-the-great-falls-tavern.htm Fri, 12 May 2017 09:29:00 EST This weekend, May 13th and 14th, the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park (C&O Canal) invites the public to explore this war story with the 20th Maine Volunteer Infantry at Great Falls Tavern in Potomac, Md. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/civil-war-union-troops-guard-the-great-falls-tavern.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/conococheague-aqueduct-restoration-groundbreaking-ceremony.htm Tue, 02 May 2017 05:54:00 EST The National Park Service, C&O Canal and Town of Williamsport, Maryland will host a groundbreaking ceremony rain or shine on Friday, May 5, 2017, 11:00 a.m. at the Cushwa Basin in Williamsport to celebrate the start of the restoration of the Conococheague Aqueduct in Williamsport, MD. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/conococheague-aqueduct-restoration-groundbreaking-ceremony.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/karen-gray-receives-award.htm Sat, 29 Apr 2017 12:15:00 EST C&O Canal historian, Karen Gray, received the “Outstanding Individual Leadership” award at the 2017 Maryland Preservation Awards. The Maryland Preservation Awards, presented annually by the Board of Trustees of the Maryland Historical Trust, are the highest level of recognition for historic preservation, heritage education and community development projects in the state. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/karen-gray-receives-award.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/celebrating-park-rx-day.htm Wed, 19 Apr 2017 22:21:00 EST Join us on Sunday, April 23, 2017 at 11:00 am at the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park’s (C&O Canal) Great Falls Tavern as we celebrate Park Rx day with a Volunteer-in-Parks speaker series presentation by Susan Howard, a seasoned international public health professional and PhD candidate in environmental science. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/celebrating-park-rx-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/co-canal-deer-management-plan.htm Mon, 17 Apr 2017 12:42:00 EST Communities are encouraged to share their comments on the deer management plan and environmental assessment now through May 16, 2017. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/co-canal-deer-management-plan.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/update-pawpaw-closure.htm Wed, 12 Apr 2017 08:47:00 EST The C&O Canal National Historical Park will close a portion of the towpath near the Paw Paw Tunnel around the beginning of June. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/update-pawpaw-closure.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/conococheague-aqueduct-groundbreaking.htm Wed, 05 Apr 2017 07:37:00 EST On May 5th, 2017 at 11:00 am, There will be a groundbreaking ceremony to kick off the restoration of the Conococheague Aqueduct! This ceremony is free and open to the public. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/conococheague-aqueduct-groundbreaking.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/canal-boat-excursions-season-opens-at-great-falls-tavern.htm Fri, 31 Mar 2017 01:15:00 EST Nineteenth-century mule-drawn canal boat excursions resume for the 2017 season at the Great Falls Tavern on Saturday, April 1, 2017. Come aboard the Charles F. Mercer, a reproduction packet boat to experience what it was once like to travel up and down this historic waterway. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/canal-boat-excursions-season-opens-at-great-falls-tavern.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/womens-work-on-the-canal.htm Thu, 23 Mar 2017 06:32:00 EST On Saturday, March 25, 2017, the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park invites the public to come explore the story of women’s lives and work on the canal. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/womens-work-on-the-canal.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/seneca-quarry-bike-ride.htm Tue, 21 Mar 2017 00:13:00 EST On March 26th, 2017, at 9:30 a.m. Ric Jackson, longtime volunteer with the C&O Canal, will share his knowledge of one of the park’s hidden gems. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/seneca-quarry-bike-ride.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/canal-vip-program-celebrates-centennial-achievements.htm Mon, 13 Mar 2017 01:33:00 EST Fifty volunteers at the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park (C&O Canal) qualified for the National Park Service’s Centennial Challenge Coin. Each of these dedicated volunteers contributed at least 201.6 hours to support the Park in 2016. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/canal-vip-program-celebrates-centennial-achievements.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/irish-history-and-music-at-the-great-falls-tavern.htm Fri, 10 Mar 2017 00:42:00 EST On Sunday, March 19, join us at the Great Falls Tavern located in the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park (C&O Canal) to discover the story and song of the Irish. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/irish-history-and-music-at-the-great-falls-tavern.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/low-water-at-the-cushwa-basin.htm Thu, 09 Mar 2017 05:34:00 EST The Chesapeake and Ohio Canal (C&O Canal) will be temporarily lowering the water level at the Cushwa Basin (MM 99.6) at Williamsport to perform repairs to Lock 44. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/low-water-at-the-cushwa-basin.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/dulcimer-music-at-great-falls.htm Tue, 07 Mar 2017 20:41:00 EST Have you ever wanted to learn to play a historical musical instrument? Come to the Great Fall Tavern in the Chesapeake and Ohio National Historical Park (C&O Canal) on Saturday, March 11 between 12:30 pm and 3:30 pm, and experience the music of the Mountain Dulcimers of Northern Virginia. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/dulcimer-music-at-great-falls.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/vip-speaker-series-eagles.htm Fri, 03 Mar 2017 03:32:00 EST On March 4th, 2017, at 10:00 a.m. Bud Cline, longtime volunteer with the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park (C&O Canal), will share his knowledge of resident Bald eagles and other birds. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/vip-speaker-series-eagles.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/abner-cloud-house.htm Thu, 02 Mar 2017 23:13:00 EST The Colonial Dames of America, Chapter III, will be hosting an open house at the Abner Cloud House this Sunday, March 5, from 12 PM until 5 PM. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/abner-cloud-house.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/park-announces-history-contest.htm Mon, 27 Feb 2017 22:01:00 EST The Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park (C&O Canal) and the C&O Canal Trust invites local high school students to participate in an upcoming history contest. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/park-announces-history-contest.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/repairs-close-olmsted-island-bridge-and-overlook.htm Thu, 23 Feb 2017 22:51:00 EST The Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park (C&O Canal) will temporarily close the Olmsted Island Trail and Great Falls Overlook on or about March 1, 2017. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/repairs-close-olmsted-island-bridge-and-overlook.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/temporary-closure-of-cumberland-visitor-center.htm Thu, 23 Feb 2017 05:49:00 EST The Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park and Allegany County Tourism Visitor Center will be closed to the public beginning Sunday, February 26, 2017 for approximately two weeks while major heating and air conditioning work is completed in the Western Maryland Railway Station. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/temporary-closure-of-cumberland-visitor-center.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/vip-speaker-series-the-underground-railroad.htm Wed, 22 Feb 2017 05:57:00 EST Carol Nase will be giving a presentation on the Underground Railroad and its role in the history of the C&O Canal on Saturday, February 25th at 10:00 a.m. at the Trolley Barn, located in Williamsport, MD. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/vip-speaker-series-the-underground-railroad.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/the-way-we-worked.htm Fri, 17 Feb 2017 00:17:00 EST The Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park (C&O Canal NHP) will offer special programming in conjunction with the Allegany Museum and the Smithsonian Institution’s traveling exhibit, “The Way We Worked.” https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/the-way-we-worked.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/co-canal-towpath-closure-paw-paw-tunnel.htm Wed, 15 Feb 2017 05:25:00 EST The C&O Canal NHP will be performing a rock scaling project along the towpath at the northern or downstream portal of the Paw Paw Tunnel. A portion of the tunnel and surrounding towpath will be closed during this project. A detour route is provided for through-hikers and bikers. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/co-canal-towpath-closure-paw-paw-tunnel.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/celebrate-george-washingtons-birthday.htm Fri, 10 Feb 2017 09:14:00 EST The Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park (C&O Canal) hosts Dr. Larry Keener Farley and his 19th-century dance ensemble for an afternoon of Civil War-era dance. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/celebrate-george-washingtons-birthday.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/repairs-close-olmsted-island.htm Tue, 31 Jan 2017 19:41:00 EST The C&O Canal will temporarily close the Olmsted Island Trail and Great Falls Overlook in early 2017 for repairs that will improve our visitor and staff safety and better protect park resources. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/repairs-close-olmsted-island.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/towpath-closure-mcmahons.htm Thu, 26 Jan 2017 23:52:00 EST A high water event in the Potomac River has caused the water to crest the Chesapeake and Ohio National Historical Park (C&O Canal) towpath in several locations along the canal from McMahon’s Mill (MM 88.1) to Burnside House (MM 89.5) https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/towpath-closure-mcmahons.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/100-years-101-culverts.htm Wed, 11 Jan 2017 19:54:00 EST Steve Deanwill be presenting a one-hour presentation on the culverts of the C&O Canal Saturday, January 28th at 10:00 a.m. at the C&O Canal in Cumberland, MD. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/100-years-101-culverts.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/canal-drains-water.htm Tue, 10 Jan 2017 09:12:00 EST On Tuesday, January 10, 2017, the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park (C&O Canal) began draining the watered canal section from Lock 20 (Towpath Mile 14) to Lock 23 (Towpath Mile 22). https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/canal-drains-water.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/towpath-closures-in-downsville.htm Wed, 04 Jan 2017 20:32:00 EST The Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park (C&O) will be conducting geotechnical testing between McMahon’s Mill (MM 81.1) and Lock 42 (MM 89.2) beginning January 9th, 2017. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/towpath-closures-in-downsville.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/first-day-hikes.htm Mon, 19 Dec 2016 04:16:00 EST Start the New Year and a new century for the NPS with a First Day Hike adventure on Sunday, January 1st, 2017. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/first-day-hikes.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/holiday-events-at-great-falls-tavern.htm Wed, 30 Nov 2016 22:52:00 EST Come on down to the Great Falls Tavern during the month of December to celebrate the holiday season! https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/holiday-events-at-great-falls-tavern.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/celebrate-the-holidays-on-the-canal.htm Sun, 27 Nov 2016 20:27:00 EST Come stop by the Canal in Western Maryland throughout the month of December for various park events! https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/celebrate-the-holidays-on-the-canal.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/cohill-station-bridge-replacement.htm Tue, 22 Nov 2016 23:40:00 EST The Cohill Station Pedestrian Bridge will be closed between November 29, 2016 and December 9, 2016. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/cohill-station-bridge-replacement.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/towpath-detour-at-lock-3.htm Tue, 15 Nov 2016 05:36:00 EST On Thursday, November 17, the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park (C&O Canal) will implement a towpath detour around the Lock 3 plaza located between 30th Street and Thomas Jefferson Street in Georgetown. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/towpath-detour-at-lock-3.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/federal-advisory-commission-meeting.htm Tue, 08 Nov 2016 04:33:00 EST The Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park is proud to announce the first re-scheduled meeting of the park’s re-authorized Federal Advisory Commission. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/federal-advisory-commission-meeting.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/canal-drains-water-from-lock-5-to-georgetown.htm Fri, 28 Oct 2016 04:55:00 EST On Thursday, October 27, 2016, the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park (C&O Canal) began draining the watered canal section from Lock 5 (Towpath Mile 5) to Georgetown (Towpath Mile 0). https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/canal-drains-water-from-lock-5-to-georgetown.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/williamsport-photography-hike.htm Tue, 11 Oct 2016 04:47:00 EST Come out and join park volunteer Steve Dean at the Cushwa Basin Visitor Center in Williamsport on Saturday, October 15 from 9:00 AM-12:00 PM, for a discussion of canal photography and a short walk in the area. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/williamsport-photography-hike.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/autumn-ranger-led-bike-tours-at-williamsport.htm Mon, 26 Sep 2016 05:44:00 EST C&O Canal National Historical Park invites you to enjoy the season along the Potomac River each Sunday afternoon this October! https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/autumn-ranger-led-bike-tours-at-williamsport.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/steve-dean-culvert-presentation.htm Mon, 19 Sep 2016 21:07:00 EST Steve Dean will be presenting a one hour presentation on the culverts of the C&O Canal NHP on Saturday, September 24th at 10:00 am in the Trolley Barn at the Cushwa Basin Visitor Center in Williamsport, MD. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/steve-dean-culvert-presentation.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/georgetown-co-canal-restoration-kicks-off.htm Sun, 18 Sep 2016 21:13:00 EST Georgetown Heritage and the Chesapeake and Ohio National Historical Park (C&O Canal NHP) are beginning a multi-year restoration of the first mile of the C&O Canal in Georgetown. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/georgetown-co-canal-restoration-kicks-off.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/federal-advisory-commission.htm Thu, 15 Sep 2016 23:46:00 EST The purpose of the Commission is to consult with the Secretary of the Interior, or her designee, on general policies and specific matters related to the administration and development of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/federal-advisory-commission.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/campsite-reservation-transition.htm Mon, 12 Sep 2016 00:37:00 EST The C&O Canal will now be moving towards an online reservation system for all of its drive in campgrounds. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/campsite-reservation-transition.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/nps-receives-grant.htm Fri, 09 Sep 2016 05:26:00 EST NPS receives field trip grant from the National Park Foundation. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/nps-receives-grant.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/paw-paw-tunnel-hill-trail-hike.htm Thu, 01 Sep 2016 22:15:00 EST The C&O Canal will be conducting a ranger led hike over top the Paw Paw Tunnel on Saturday, September 17. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/paw-paw-tunnel-hill-trail-hike.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/launch-boat-in-williamsport-schedule-changes.htm Tue, 30 Aug 2016 07:02:00 EST The Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park will offer launch boat tours in Williamsport through Labor Day Weekend (including Monday). https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/launch-boat-in-williamsport-schedule-changes.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/centennial-celebrations-in-williamsport.htm Tue, 23 Aug 2016 12:22:00 EST The National Park Service is turning 100 years old on August 25 and C&O Canal National Historical Park wants you to join the party! Come visit the Cushwa Basin in Williamsport, MD and celebrate with the following free events https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/centennial-celebrations-in-williamsport.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/centennial-celebration.htm Mon, 22 Aug 2016 11:58:00 EST The Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park Invites you to a Centennial Celebration for the National Park Service’s 100th Birthday! https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/centennial-celebration.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/nps-extends-public-comment-deadline.htm Thu, 11 Aug 2016 22:40:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) has extended the deadline for the public comment period for an Environmental Assessment (EA) for the Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC) to September 14, 2016. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/nps-extends-public-comment-deadline.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/water-level-at-potomac-river-dams-4-and-5.htm Thu, 04 Aug 2016 23:28:00 EST The lower water levels in the Potomac River will be maintained until Monday afternoon on August 8th in order to complete all required inspections. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/water-level-at-potomac-river-dams-4-and-5.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/celebrate-a-centennial-of-campfires.htm Thu, 04 Aug 2016 21:47:00 EST Sing songs and listen to stories from across America’s National Parks as well as night-time themed canal stories! https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/celebrate-a-centennial-of-campfires.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/georgetown-water-levels-temporarily-lowered.htm Thu, 28 Jul 2016 23:29:00 EST The Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park will begin draining the watered canal section for five days from Fletchers Cove (Towpath Mile 3) to Georgetown (Towpath Mile 0). https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/georgetown-water-levels-temporarily-lowered.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/vip-speaker-series-culverts.htm Sun, 24 Jul 2016 22:57:00 EST Steve Dean will be presenting a one hour presentation on the culverts of the C&O Canal NHP on Saturday, July 30th at 10:00 AM at the Ferry Hill Plantation House in Sharpsburg, MD. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/vip-speaker-series-culverts.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/water-level-at-potomac-river.htm Fri, 22 Jul 2016 09:35:00 EST On August 1 through August 5, 2016, the water level of the Potomac River reservoir impounded by Dam #4 and Dam #5 will be lowered. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/water-level-at-potomac-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/centennial-of-campfires.htm Fri, 15 Jul 2016 04:18:00 EST Celebrate a Centennial of Campfires at the C&O Canal Great Falls Tavern https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/centennial-of-campfires.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/strangers-along-the-canal-civil-war-encampment.htm Fri, 08 Jul 2016 09:46:00 EST Civil War living history weekend with the 1st Minnesota Volunteer Infantry at the C&O Canal Great Falls Tavern Visitor Center located at 11710 MacArthur Boulevard, in Potomac, Maryland. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/strangers-along-the-canal-civil-war-encampment.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/paw-paw-tunnel-evening-tour.htm Fri, 08 Jul 2016 02:52:00 EST Looking for the Light – A Night at the Paw Paw Tunnel will take visitors back and forth through time, meeting historic characters from the tunnel’s past, during a 2-mile roundtrip lantern-led program. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/paw-paw-tunnel-evening-tour.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/new-orleans-jazz-on-the-canal.htm Tue, 05 Jul 2016 02:32:00 EST Join us at the C&O Canal at Williamsport as we welcome the Centennial Band to Maryland with a family-friendly, free public concert. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/new-orleans-jazz-on-the-canal.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/independence-day-celebrations-at-the-co-canal-great-falls-tavern.htm Fri, 01 Jul 2016 02:15:00 EST The Chesapeake and Ohio Canal (C&O Canal) National Historical Park will celebrate the nation’s birthday on July 1st-4th at the Great Falls Tavern. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/independence-day-celebrations-at-the-co-canal-great-falls-tavern.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/summer-programs-at-great-falls-tavern.htm Thu, 30 Jun 2016 11:25:00 EST Summer Programs at Great Falls Tavern! https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/summer-programs-at-great-falls-tavern.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/nps-seeks-public-comment-on-potomac-submerged-channel.htm Thu, 30 Jun 2016 08:47:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking public comment on an Environmental Assessment (EA) for the Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC) to construct a proposed offshore submerged channel intake in the Potomac River. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/nps-seeks-public-comment-on-potomac-submerged-channel.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/modern-canal-history.htm Wed, 29 Jun 2016 11:57:00 EST After weeks of rising expectations, the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal (C&O Canal) National Historical Park is proud to announce the Western Maryland Railroad Lift Bridge at Williamsport, the only bridge of its kind along 184.5 miles of the C&O Canal, has been raised and secured in position. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/modern-canal-history.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/centennial-artwork-unveiled.htm Wed, 22 Jun 2016 11:39:00 EST The Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park (C&O Canal) was pleased to unveil an original painting by internationally known artist Mark Stutzman at the annual Heritage Days Festival in Cumberland, Maryland on Saturday, June 11th, 2016. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/centennial-artwork-unveiled.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/co-canal-great-falls-tavern-events.htm Wed, 15 Jun 2016 08:12:00 EST The Chesapeake and Ohio Canal (C&O Canal) National Historical Park will celebrate the “Good Old Days of the Canal Era” this weekend, June 18th-19th, at the Great Falls Tavern located at 11710 Macarthur Boulevard Northwest, Potomac, MD. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/co-canal-great-falls-tavern-events.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/co-canal-water-drainage.htm Thu, 09 Jun 2016 05:04:00 EST C&O Canal drains water from Fletchers Cove to Georgetown. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/co-canal-water-drainage.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/co-canal-celebrates-cumberland-heritage-days-and-100-years-of-nps.htm Mon, 06 Jun 2016 07:06:00 EST C&O Canal National Historical Park will be offering a series of programs on Saturday, June 11, 2016 as part of the annual Heritage Days Festival in Cumberland, Maryland. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/co-canal-celebrates-cumberland-heritage-days-and-100-years-of-nps.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/co-canal-in-western-maryland-provides-replica-launch-boat-tours-and-more.htm Thu, 26 May 2016 05:51:00 EST C&O Canal in Western Maryland Provides Replica Launch Boat Tours and More Visitor Services Beginning Memorial Day Weekend. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/co-canal-in-western-maryland-provides-replica-launch-boat-tours-and-more.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/biodiversity-events-at-the-co-canal.htm Thu, 19 May 2016 10:42:00 EST The C&O Canal is joining national parks across the country to celebrate biodiversity. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/biodiversity-events-at-the-co-canal.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/national-park-service-seek-comments-on-invasive-plant-management-plan-for-national-capital-region-parks.htm Tue, 10 May 2016 07:48:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) is accepting public comments on an Invasive Plant Management Plan and Environmental Assessment (plan/EA) for 15 national parks in the greater Washington D.C. region through June 9, 2016. Comments are accepted online or by mail. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/national-park-service-seek-comments-on-invasive-plant-management-plan-for-national-capital-region-parks.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/7th-pa-volunteer-infantry.htm Fri, 15 Apr 2016 11:33:00 EST On April 16 and 17, 2016, the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park will host a Civil War living history weekend with the 7th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/7th-pa-volunteer-infantry.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2016-canal-boat-excursion-season-begins.htm Wed, 06 Apr 2016 05:26:00 EST Nineteenth-century mule-drawn canal boat excursions have resumed for the Spring of 2016 at the Great Falls Tavern in Potomac, MD. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/2016-canal-boat-excursion-season-begins.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/george-washington-ball.htm Thu, 18 Feb 2016 04:11:00 EST On Sunday, February 21, 2016, from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m., the day before George Washington’s 284th birthday, the Great Falls Tavern will again ring with happy voices and the swish of waltzing hoop skirts, as the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park hosts Dr. Larry Keener Farley and his 19th-century dance ensemble for an afternoon of Civil War-era dance. Visitors will not only enjoy the music of Gilmore’s Light Ensemble, but will be encouraged to join in on the fun. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/george-washington-ball.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/co-canal-announces-centennial-funding.htm Mon, 08 Feb 2016 10:23:00 EST C&O Canal NHP Announces Conococheague Aqueduct Rehabilitation Funding Provided through the NPS Centennial Challenge Program https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/co-canal-announces-centennial-funding.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/winter-programs-at-the-great-falls-tavern.htm Fri, 05 Feb 2016 02:52:00 EST The Great Falls Tavern will be hosting several afternoon talks and presentations in the final weeks of winter. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/winter-programs-at-the-great-falls-tavern.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/co-canal-celebrates-african-american-history-month.htm Wed, 03 Feb 2016 10:38:00 EST The C&O Canal celebrates African American history month with events and classroom visits. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/co-canal-celebrates-african-american-history-month.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/greater-washington-area-snow-response-efforts.htm Sat, 23 Jan 2016 12:28:00 EST Plowing and emergency response efforts are far from over in national parks in and around the Nation’s Capital. All national park programs are canceled, and facilities will remain closed through at least Sunday. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/greater-washington-area-snow-response-efforts.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/cautions-visitors-during-snow.htm Thu, 21 Jan 2016 13:51:00 EST Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park (C&O Canal NHP) urges park visitors to use caution during the snow and ice event predicted for the park beginning on Friday, January 22. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/cautions-visitors-during-snow.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/temptowpathclosure.htm Wed, 20 Jan 2016 16:21:00 EST Temporary Closure of C&O Canal Towpath in Carderock Area https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/temptowpathclosure.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/towpath-repair-and-resurfacing.htm Wed, 30 Dec 2015 07:24:00 EST Towpath repair and resurfacing will be taking place between mile markers 117-123 starting January 4th. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/towpath-repair-and-resurfacing.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/newyearsday2016.htm Mon, 28 Dec 2015 08:28:00 EST C&O Canal NHP celebrates the 2016 Centennial Year with park events https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/newyearsday2016.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/chesapeake-and-ohio-canal-announces-new-chief-of-business-management.htm Fri, 18 Dec 2015 07:40:00 EST Dr. Daniel Filer, formerly the Partnerships Coordinator for the C&O Canal, will assume his new role as Chief of Business Management on December 27th. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/chesapeake-and-ohio-canal-announces-new-chief-of-business-management.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/entrance-road-improvement-project.htm Thu, 15 Oct 2015 04:46:00 EST Starting October 5, 2015 through January 12, 2016, safety improvement work will be performed on the entrance and access roads in the Great Falls Tavern area in Potomac, Maryland. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/entrance-road-improvement-project.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/rabid-deer-killed-after-charging-park-ranger.htm Fri, 18 Sep 2015 06:38:00 EST Visitors advised to report contact https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/rabid-deer-killed-after-charging-park-ranger.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/living-history-event-at-lock-38.htm Mon, 14 Sep 2015 07:30:00 EST C&O Canal NHP will be hosting a unique Living History event in the area around Ferry Hill Plantation and Lock 38 on the C&O Canal on Saturday and Sunday, September 19 and 20, just across the Potomac River from Shepherdstown, WV. This event will not only commemorate the 153rd Anniversary of the Battle of Shepherdstown, but will offer visitors a glimpse into the lives of African Americans at Ferry Hill and working the Canal during the Civil War years. The free event takes place over two days. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/living-history-event-at-lock-38.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/ferry-hill-events.htm Sat, 18 Jul 2015 05:42:00 EST The Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park (C&O Canal NHP) announces Ferry Hill Plantation House (Ferry Hill Place) in Sharpsburg will be hosting events on Saturday, July 18, 2015 and Saturday, July 25, 2015, in conjunction with the upcoming National Park Service Centennial. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/ferry-hill-events.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/fee-increase.htm Tue, 12 May 2015 12:27:00 EST Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park (C&O Canal) will charge increased entrance, amenity and camping fees beginning June 1, 2015, only in locations where fees currently are collected. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/fee-increase.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/ice-safety.htm Tue, 13 Jan 2015 04:24:00 EST The park cautions visitors regarding ice skating. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/ice-safety.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/c-and-o-canal-hiring-local-educators-at-great-falls-in-potomac-md.htm Wed, 17 Dec 2014 06:26:00 EST The Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park (C&O Canal) seeks local educators to assist with delivery of new park education programs in Montgomery County, Maryland. The C&O Canal Trust, the park’s official non-profit partner, will offer a daily stipend to educators. A training workshop will be held for new recruits in February 2015 at the C&O Canal Great Falls Tavern Visitor Center. Educators will work side-by-side with park staff to deliver outdoor education programs along the historic canal towpath and the Potomac Gorge area. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/c-and-o-canal-hiring-local-educators-at-great-falls-in-potomac-md.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/public-meeting-on-fletchers-cove-river-access.htm Fri, 12 Dec 2014 04:57:00 EST C&O Canal National Historical Park to host a public meeting to solicit input on Fletchers Cove river access https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/public-meeting-on-fletchers-cove-river-access.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/holiday-music-at-the-great-falls-tavern.htm Mon, 24 Nov 2014 07:36:00 EST Come and join in the festive mood of the holiday season at the Great Falls Tavern in the C&O Canal National Historical Park. On Sunday, December 7th at 1:00 pm, join the Gilmore’s Light Ensemble as they perform 19th century holiday music and carols at the Great Falls Tavern. The Gilmore’s Light Ensemble plays and sings traditional 19th century music using hammered dulcimer, guitar, banjo, mandolin, and accordion wearing clothing of the mid-1800’s. The concert lasts from 1:00 pm until 4:00 pm and is free. Light refreshments will be served. There is an entrance fee to the park of $5.00 per single vehicle. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/holiday-music-at-the-great-falls-tavern.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/towpath-restoration-at-chesapeake-and-ohio-canal.htm Tue, 14 Oct 2014 08:02:00 EST CABIN JOHN, MD – The Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park will be conducting towpath repairs from mile marker 5 (Lock 5) to mile marker 7 (Lock 7). Repairs include fixing eroded towpath areas, as well as resurfacing of the towpath. Work will take place during the hours of 6:30 A.M. to 5:30 P.M, Monday through Friday. Visitors can expect delays in this area of up to 15 minutes and are urged to use caution while visiting this area of the park. Repairs are expected to begin October 14, 2014 and take approximately 6 weeks. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/towpath-restoration-at-chesapeake-and-ohio-canal.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/c-and-o-canal-seeks-interested-parties-for-short-term-agricultural-lease-in-allegany-county.htm Fri, 26 Sep 2014 08:48:00 EST The Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park is seeking interested applicants for the agricultural use of two parcels of land in Allegany County: •61-acre parcel of land referred to as the “Paw Paw Farm”, located in Oldtown, Maryland •14-acre parcel of land referred to as the “Town Creek Farm”, located in Oldtown, Maryland. The land can be used for hay and/or pasture. Agricultural use permits will begin on April 15th, 2015 and will be issued for a one-year period. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/c-and-o-canal-seeks-interested-parties-for-short-term-agricultural-lease-in-allegany-county.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/c-and-o-canal-seeks-interested-parties-for-short-term-agricultural-lease-in-washington-county.htm Fri, 26 Sep 2014 08:41:00 EST The Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park is seeking interested applicants for the agricultural use of a 36-acre parcel of land in Washington County. The available parcel is referred to as the “Park Head Farm” and is located in Big Pool, Maryland. The land can be used for row crops and/or hay. Agricultural use permits will begin on April 15th, 2015 and will be issued for a one-year period https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/c-and-o-canal-seeks-interested-parties-for-short-term-agricultural-lease-in-washington-county.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/c-and-o-canal-national-historical-park-to-host-a-public-meeting-for-the-restoration-of-canal-operations-at-hancock-maryland.htm Mon, 22 Sep 2014 11:38:00 EST The National Park Service, Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park, is conducting a public meeting on the Restoration of Canal Operations at Hancock, Maryland, Environmental Assessment. The public is invited to an Open House on September 24, 2014 from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM at the Hancock Town Hall, 126 W. High Street, Hancock, MD, where the public can review information about the project and ask questions of staff specialists. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/c-and-o-canal-national-historical-park-to-host-a-public-meeting-for-the-restoration-of-canal-operations-at-hancock-maryland.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/c-and-o-canal-invites-public-to-comment-on-canal-restorations-at-hancock-maryland.htm Mon, 08 Sep 2014 09:58:00 EST The National Park Service, Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park, is conducting a public review of the Restoration of Canal Operations at Hancock, Maryland, Environmental Assessment, September 2014. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/c-and-o-canal-invites-public-to-comment-on-canal-restorations-at-hancock-maryland.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/c-and-o-canal-ramps-up-outdoor-education-for-montgomery-county-students-thanks-to-partner-support.htm Wed, 03 Sep 2014 10:14:00 EST On Wednesday, September 3, 2014 at 11:00, students from Chevy Chase, Maryland, were the first to experience the new curriculum-based canal boat ride aboard the Charles F. Mercer, a reproduction packet boat. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/c-and-o-canal-ramps-up-outdoor-education-for-montgomery-county-students-thanks-to-partner-support.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/chesapeake-and-ohio-canal-national-historical-park-receives-2014-ticket-to-ride-grant-from-the-national-park-foundation.htm Thu, 28 Aug 2014 11:14:00 EST – Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park is one of 65 national parks selected to receive a 2014 Ticket to Ride grant from the National Park Foundation, the official charity of America’s national parks. The Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park’s Canal Classrooms Education Program empowers student-driven discovery and learning along 184.5 miles of historic canal towpath. Engaging school aged students in science, math, history, engineering and technology, Canal Classrooms features opportunities to connect with tens of thousands of students across grade levels, content areas and school districts. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/chesapeake-and-ohio-canal-national-historical-park-receives-2014-ticket-to-ride-grant-from-the-national-park-foundation.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/sunday-circle-talk-at-ferry-hill-plantation-saving-history-in-the-national-park-service.htm Thu, 14 Aug 2014 11:46:00 EST The Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park (C&O Canal NHP) welcomes visitors to the Sunday Circle Talk at Ferry Hill Plantation (Ferry Hill Place) on Sunday August 17, 2014, from 1:00pm to 2:00pm. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/sunday-circle-talk-at-ferry-hill-plantation-saving-history-in-the-national-park-service.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/hiring-local-educators-at-great-falls.htm Thu, 31 Jul 2014 06:39:00 EST C&O Canal Hiring Local Educators at Great Falls in Potomac, MD https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/hiring-local-educators-at-great-falls.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/hire-local-educators.htm Thu, 31 Jul 2014 04:12:00 EST CUMBERLAND, MD – The Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park (C&O Canal) seeks local educators to assist with delivery of the new education programs in Allegany County for the fall. The C&O Canal Trust, the park’s official non-profit partner, will offer a daily stipend. A training workshop will be held for new recruits August 27-29, 2014 at the C&O Canal Classroom at Canal Place in Cumberland, Maryland. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/hire-local-educators.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/chesapeake-and-ohio-canal-national-historical-park-receives-2014-park-stewards-grant.htm Mon, 28 Jul 2014 09:10:00 EST Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park is one of 28 national parks selected to receive a 2014 Park Stewards grant from the National Park Foundation, the official charity of America’s national parks. The Park Stewards Grant will support the development of a Citizens Scientists Program at the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park developed in partnership with the Washington County Public Schools’ Claud E. Kitchens Outdoor School at Fairview and a South Hagerstown high school science teacher. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/chesapeake-and-ohio-canal-national-historical-park-receives-2014-park-stewards-grant.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/towpath-breach.htm Fri, 13 Jun 2014 09:08:00 EST Towpath breach below Dam No. 5 on the C&O Canal https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/towpath-breach.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/national-capital-region-park-area-closures.htm Fri, 16 May 2014 14:55:00 EST Due to flooding area National Park sites have short term closures. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/national-capital-region-park-area-closures.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/dc-water-investigating-possible-sanitary-sewer-overflow-in-c-and-o-canal-national-historical-park.htm Fri, 16 May 2014 11:58:00 EST DC Water is investigating a possible Sanitary Sewer Overflow (SSO) overnight in C & O Canal National Historical Park. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/dc-water-investigating-possible-sanitary-sewer-overflow-in-c-and-o-canal-national-historical-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/capital-crescent-trail-now-open-following-clean-up-and-repairs.htm Fri, 09 May 2014 05:32:00 EST Capital Crescent Trail Now Open Following Clean-up and Repairs https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/capital-crescent-trail-now-open-following-clean-up-and-repairs.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/big-slackwater-bridge-reopened.htm Wed, 30 Apr 2014 09:21:00 EST Replacement work completed https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/big-slackwater-bridge-reopened.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/c-and-o-canal-big-slackwater-bridge-replacement.htm Mon, 31 Mar 2014 11:26:00 EST Boat Ramp Closed while repairs to bridge are completed. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/c-and-o-canal-big-slackwater-bridge-replacement.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/repairs-slated-to-begin-on-towpath-near-cumberland.htm Tue, 18 Feb 2014 11:10:00 EST Towpath delays possible https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/repairs-slated-to-begin-on-towpath-near-cumberland.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/csx-to-perform-work-near-lock-74.htm Tue, 18 Feb 2014 11:01:00 EST Work near Lock 74 https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/csx-to-perform-work-near-lock-74.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/temporary-bridge-closure-near-fletchers-boat-house.htm Fri, 25 Oct 2013 05:45:00 EST The National Park Service is temporarily closing the small bridge leading to Fletcher’s Boat House located in the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/temporary-bridge-closure-near-fletchers-boat-house.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/visitor-safety-improvements-along-capital-crescent-trail.htm Tue, 18 Jun 2013 03:58:00 EST Capital Crescent Trail (CCT) hikers and bicyclists should anticipate construction on June 20th, 2013, as the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park makes improvements to the Water Street entrance following increasing concerns for public and visitor safety. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/visitor-safety-improvements-along-capital-crescent-trail.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/chesapeake-and-ohio-canal-celebrates-national-park-week-with-the-opening-of-track-trails-for-children.htm Fri, 26 Apr 2013 05:13:00 EST Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park dedicated two new TRACK Trails for children during a ribbon cutting ceremony at 9:30 a.m. on Friday, April 26. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/chesapeake-and-ohio-canal-celebrates-national-park-week-with-the-opening-of-track-trails-for-children.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/canal-trust-provides-donation-to-support-park-education-program.htm Wed, 24 Apr 2013 05:05:00 EST C&O Canal Trust donation helps support the development of park-wide curriculum-based education programs. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/canal-trust-provides-donation-to-support-park-education-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/paw-paw-tunnel-rock-slide-removed-towpath-reopens-to-the-public.htm Wed, 17 Apr 2013 12:55:00 EST Paw Paw Tunnel Rock Slide Removed, Towpath Reopens to the Public https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/paw-paw-tunnel-rock-slide-removed-towpath-reopens-to-the-public.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/paw-paw-tunnel-rockslide-update.htm Tue, 02 Apr 2013 09:37:00 EST Superintended Kevin Brandt announced today park crews began clearing stone debris off of the canal towpath just downstream of the Paw Paw Tunnel. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/paw-paw-tunnel-rockslide-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/paw-paw-tunnel-closed.htm Tue, 22 Jan 2013 04:47:00 EST A rock slide occurred sometime on January 20, 2013 and has blocked a 100 foot section of the towpath https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/paw-paw-tunnel-closed.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/anglers-towpath-repairs.htm Fri, 09 Nov 2012 08:37:00 EST Saturday November 17, 2012 C&O Canal National Historical Park to Host Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Anglers https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/anglers-towpath-repairs.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/explore-the-chesapeake-and-ohio-canal-during-national-park-week-in-april-2012.htm Thu, 19 Apr 2012 05:21:00 EST Stretching 184.5 miles from the hustle and bustle of Georgetown near Washington DC to the mountainous region of Western Maryland, the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park offers visitors endless opportunities to explore history, experience nature and enjoy recreation! https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/explore-the-chesapeake-and-ohio-canal-during-national-park-week-in-april-2012.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/spend-the-night-along-the-chesapeake-and-ohio-canal.htm Thu, 19 Apr 2012 05:14:00 EST Whether it's your first time to visit the C&O Canal or you are a regular visitor, a variety of year-round activities and programs appeal to all ages and interests! https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/spend-the-night-along-the-chesapeake-and-ohio-canal.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/canal-place-heritage-area-management-plan-update-public-open-house-and-agency-scoping.htm Wed, 11 Apr 2012 05:06:00 EST The scoping meeting will afford the public the opportunity to learn about potential plan components, comment on those elements, and suggest other components for consideration within the plan. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/canal-place-heritage-area-management-plan-update-public-open-house-and-agency-scoping.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/public-comment-being-sought-on-the-sharpsburg-water-intake-upgrade-environmental-assessment-march-2012.htm Fri, 16 Mar 2012 04:56:00 EST The National Park Service, Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park, is conducting a 30-day public review of the Sharpsburg Water Intake Upgrade Environmental Assessment/Assessment of Effect, March 2012. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/public-comment-being-sought-on-the-sharpsburg-water-intake-upgrade-environmental-assessment-march-2012.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/tugboat-recovered-from-potomac-river-near-big-slackwater-construction-site.htm Thu, 15 Mar 2012 04:45:00 EST The reconstruction of the towpath at Big Slackwater has been underway since late summer 2010.This project will restore a section of the C&O Canal towpath that was destroyed by flooding in 1996. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/tugboat-recovered-from-potomac-river-near-big-slackwater-construction-site.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/city-of-brunswick-joins-steward-program-at-chesapeake-and-ohio-canal-national-historical-park.htm Mon, 05 Mar 2012 03:37:00 EST The Canal Steward Program engages individuals and groups in a long-term relationship with the C&O Canal National Historical Park in which they become caretakers of a designated site within the park. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/city-of-brunswick-joins-steward-program-at-chesapeake-and-ohio-canal-national-historical-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/nps-seeks-public-comment-on-the-shepherdstown-battlefield-environmental-assessment.htm Mon, 13 Feb 2012 10:33:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) is conducting a special resource study of Shepherdstown Battlefield in West Virginia and Maryland, located near the town of Shepherdstown, West Virginia. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/nps-seeks-public-comment-on-the-shepherdstown-battlefield-environmental-assessment.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/battle-of-hancock-civil-war-commemoration.htm Fri, 06 Jan 2012 11:31:00 EST In early January of 1862, Confederate General Stonewall Jackson ordered the surrender of the town of Hancock. The Town was an important transportation site, on the C&O Canal and the National Road. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/battle-of-hancock-civil-war-commemoration.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/deer-killed-by-dogs-off-leash.htm Wed, 16 Nov 2011 11:26:00 EST Over the few past years, C&O Canal park staff have seen a number of problems stemming from dogs off leash, including people being bitten, dog fights, lost dogs, and other wildlife harassment incidents. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/deer-killed-by-dogs-off-leash.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/investigation-underway-for-vandalized-c-and-o-canal-restroom-facilities.htm Wed, 16 Nov 2011 11:22:00 EST A reward is offered for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for setting the fire. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/investigation-underway-for-vandalized-c-and-o-canal-restroom-facilities.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/towpath-to-be-repaired-at-anglers-breach-parking-affected.htm Wed, 16 Nov 2011 11:18:00 EST Repair work will require periodic closures of all parking areas across from the Old Angler's Inn on McArthur Boulevard, as well as the lower drop off lot. Alternative parking is available at Carderock (2 miles east) and Great Falls (2.2 miles west). https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/towpath-to-be-repaired-at-anglers-breach-parking-affected.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/paw-paw-tunnel-trail-dedication.htm Thu, 06 Oct 2011 13:14:00 EST The C & O Canal National Historical Park has recently installed a series of new wayside exhibits and directional signage along the 2 mile-long Paw Paw Tunnel Hill Trail. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/paw-paw-tunnel-trail-dedication.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/national-park-service-to-host-catoctin-aqueduct-ribbon-cutting-ceremony.htm Fri, 30 Sep 2011 11:50:00 EST The Catoctin Aqueduct, one of eleven aqueducts located along the 184.5 miles of the C&O Canal, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Catoctin Aqueduct was known as the most beautiful aqueduct on the Canal. On October 31, 1973, two of the three arches of the 139-year-old Aqueduct collapsed from frequent flooding. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/national-park-service-to-host-catoctin-aqueduct-ribbon-cutting-ceremony.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/c-and-o-canal-events-during-hancock-apple-festival.htm Wed, 14 Sep 2011 13:07:00 EST The Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park will feature a variety of programs during the Hancock Apple Festival, September 17 – 18, 2011, in Hancock, Maryland. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/c-and-o-canal-events-during-hancock-apple-festival.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/canal-family-reunion-during-williamsport-days.htm Tue, 23 Aug 2011 12:58:00 EST Have you ever wondered what life was like for families who lived and worked on the C&O Canal nearly 100 years ago? Along the 184.5 mile-long C&O Canal that extends from Georgetown to Cumberland there are families who trace their ancestry to the old waterway. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/canal-family-reunion-during-williamsport-days.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/bowles-house-feature-bluegrass-music.htm Tue, 12 Jul 2011 11:36:00 EST Bring a lawn chair and come enjoy the festive atmosphere along the canal. The event is free, open to the public and will feature live bluegrass music by local musicians and artwork by local artists who will bring their easels to paint and sketch during the afternoon. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/bowles-house-feature-bluegrass-music.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/highwaterforcesclosureofmanyparkareas.htm Thu, 19 May 2011 20:00:00 EST The C&O Canal responds to high water by closing park areas. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/highwaterforcesclosureofmanyparkareas.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/canaldiscoveriesatcandocanal.htm Thu, 07 Apr 2011 20:00:00 EST Learn about the C&O Canal on this new web-based site. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/canaldiscoveriesatcandocanal.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/closureatmccoysferry.htm Thu, 07 Apr 2011 20:00:00 EST Campground temporarily closed. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/closureatmccoysferry.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/canaldiscoveries.htm Tue, 05 Apr 2011 20:00:00 EST Learn about the canal with this new web-based site! https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/canaldiscoveries.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/mccoysferrycampgroundclosed.htm Tue, 05 Apr 2011 20:00:00 EST McCoys Ferry Temporarily Closed. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/mccoysferrycampgroundclosed.htm https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/monocacy-river-boat-ramp-temporarily-closed.htm Tue, 12 Oct 2010 07:13:00 EST Work underway to remove recent flood debris from the Monocacy Aqueduct arches and nearby boat ramp. https://www.nps.gov/choh/learn/news/monocacy-river-boat-ramp-temporarily-closed.htm