It's time for your C&O Canal #MomentOfZen! Check back next week for a beautiful picture or video of the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park. 📸: Monet in technicolor - Great Falls Overlook MD by Jeff Blander

Who? Who? Hopefully you! Will you be joining us for the Paw Paw Tunnel Hike on August 16th? During the hike, we will discuss how this project contributes to the safety and wellness of visitors to the C&O Canal National Historical Park (NHP). 📸: Greg Humes

Not all those who wander are lost, especially when you have the C&O Canal Trust’s Explorer App. One does not simply walk into Mordor, but with our app, one may begin their unexpected journey to the C&O Canal. Download the app: canaltrust.org/plan/explorer-… 📸:Vinod Thomas

The winner of our August Photo Contest is Leigh Scott with her picture Indigo Bunting on Sunflower, taken at the McKee-Besher Sunflower Field. Have you submitted your photos for the August photo contest? You can send them in now! More info canaltrust.org/co-canal-trust…

How did the very tall canal boat captain avoid a waterbridge when the canal was flooded? He aque-ducked. Happy National Tell a Joke Day! Tell us your best C&O Canal joke in the comments! 📸: Monocacy Morning by Jim Blair

It's time for your C&O Canal #MomentOfZen! Check back next week for a beautiful picture or video of the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park. 📸: Sunflower Sunset at McKee-Beshers by Craig Little

Picture this… Celebrate National Photography Day today by submitting your best canal photos for our September Photo Contest! Any photos submitted in 2024 will be automatically entered into submission for our annual calendar. More info: canaltrust.org/co-canal-trust… 📸:Jan Branscome

Okay, so hear me out. What if we met up for a weekend of painting and collecting..trash?! We need volunteers for our rescheduled Frederick Canal Community Days, coming to Brunswick on August 24. We hope to see you there! Register here: canaltrust.org/programs/volun… 📸: John Gensor

Extra! Extra! Read all about it! Our monthly e-newsletter, the Canal Connection, is the best place to find out about our upcoming events, new articles and news from the park. Sign up here: canaltrust.org/about-us/about… 📸: Hazy Sunset View from Anna’s Wall by Craig Little

It's time for your C&O Canal #MomentOfZen! Check back next week for a beautiful picture or video of the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park. 📸: Violettes Sunset by Kara McNulty

Taking your dog to the canal for National Dog Day, very cutesy. Cleaning up after your dog, very respectful, very rule abiding. Keeping your dog on a leash, very mindful, very demure. 📸: Tater the Doodle by Callie Fishburn

Members of Girls Who Hike Virginia joined us on Sunday for a beautiful, scenic walk at Great Falls. The nine participants, some new to the area, tackled the Billy Goat Trail C while discussing hiking and trail basics. Thank you for joining us! 📸: Girls Who Hike Staff

Join us on the evening of Saturday, September 21, as Great Falls Tavern once again embraces its storied tradition by hosting Park After Dark 2024! Purchase your tickets for this unique event under the stars by September 6: canaltrust.org/parkafterdark. 📸: Bill Walderman

Let's hit the Trails for National Trail Mix Day! Before you head out don’t forget to #PlanLikeAParkRanger. nps.gov/aboutus/news/p… What is your favorite snack to bring with you when you’re visiting in the Park? Let us know! 📸: PALS Programs

It's time for your C&O Canal #MomentOfZen! Check back next week for a beautiful picture or video of the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park. 📸: Scenic Boating At Rileys Lock & Seneca along the Potomac and C&O Canal, MD by Vinod Thomas

This National Wildlife Day, help keep wildlife wild! Remember within the park to always observe wildlife from a distance. Animals can be unpredictable, so for their safety and yours please keep a respectful distance when observing or photographing wildlife. 📸: Jan Branscome

Are you ready to Fall for the fall foliage? Plan your trip to the C&O Canal with Hahn’s Towpath Guide to the C&O Canal available on our website. canaltrust.org/product-catego…. Happy Read a Book Day!

Did you know that pawpaw season has begun? Pawpaw season runs through September and October. For more information on pawpaw and recipes to make with them check here canaltrust.org/recipes-to-try… 📸: Pawpaws by Ellen Kinzer

It's time for your C&O Canal #MomentOfZen! Check back next week for a beautiful picture or video of the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park. 📸: Sunset Symphony at Canal Place by William Kunis

Show your support for the C&O Canal Trust by shopping from our online gift shop! We have canal-themed apparel, as well as books to help you plan your visit. Each purchase benefits the C&O Canal Trust and the Park! Visit our store: canaltrust.org/gift-shop/ 📸: Nicholas Clements