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Hard Struggle Homestead

30 acre mountain side farm right outside of Frederick MD. We are a small startup farm raising pigs and poultry looking to incorporate some camping. We have a set up campsite with a bell tent, luggable loo, and outdoor shower available along with a handful of sites for primitive camping.  We look forward to hosting you. 

Fort Meade

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Button Farm

The Button Farm Living History Center is a hands-on education facility dedicated to preserving the history of the Underground Railroad.

 It is operated by the Menare Foundation through a long term lease agreement with the Maryland Department of Natural Resources.

Several of us who work for the non-profit live in the Button Farm house and share the land with our pigs, geese, chickens and lots of wildlife.

 We're a close drive to Germantown and all the basic amenities of modern life, but when you come down our drive, you enter a world of natural beauty and rural quiet.

When booking, keep in mind that all persons--regardless of age or whether or not they intend to spend the night--must be paid for.

Our restroom includes hand sanitizer.

Sunset over the Big Field (disclaimer:  we cannot guarantee every sunset will be this spectacular)

The surrounding field is full of grasses, clover and other habitat for birds and animals.

Plenty of wildlife in and around the farm.  Great for bird watching.

Honey Bee Campsite | Site 1 - closest campsite to the parking area. 

Let your Adventure Start Today

Lacy Oasis is a land that encompasses the history of a woman who loved nature and family, who had a heart of gold, and who wanted to share her property with others to embrace the benefits of nature and the clarity of life - Julia Beatrice Carter Lacy.

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Our space is a private property within a friendly, tight-knit, and family-oriented neighborhood. We encourage our guests to wave on their way in and out of the space. It truly means a lot to our neighbors. 

All parking is provided on our property - not at our neighbor's house or within the community - including a drive-up option to some of our campsites for you and your guest(s). 

Amenities

Lodging: capacity for 500  tents  

Dining: TBA ( local food vendors) - We are currently creating partnerships with local food vendors, specifically minority-owned.

Outdoor Areas:  9 large campsites for camping, various group games and activities, 2 Full-Size playground areas, 3 hiking trails,  9 fire rings,  4 picnic tables, 6 fire pits,  1 porta potty, and 1 outhouse. 

On-Site Activities (Upon Request): arts & crafts, mindfulness activities, and nature and science-based workshops.

Nearby Places: Chesapeake Beach, North Beach, Swann Farm, Fridays Creek Winery, and Bayfront Park.

We look forward to seeing you soon.

Camp area set up at Honey Bee Campsite #1

Hiking Trail near Napperville Campsite # 5

Driving Through the trails from Bohemian Campsite #2 heading to MaCart Campsite # 3

Napperville Campsite (Site 5 ) Movie Night

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Maple Grove Farm

Maple Grove farm is a twenty acre preserved livestock and hay farm in Harford County Maryland.  It is home to sheep, alpaca, an old horse, chickens , dogs, and a cat or two. 

The world headquarters for Remsberg Inc Photo Studios is in the older farmhouse on the property and we lead photo safaris and workshops in Africa and England through the year.

Our crack team of Border Collies are here to assist you with all your outdoor activity needs from frisbee tossing to ball throwing. Gather around the fire under the stars and listen to the sounds of sheep doing whatever it is sheep do with one of our loaner dogs at your feet and horses grazing in the sunset on the hill. 

When the weather is nice we occasional show movies by the barn drive in style and try to have one or two outdoor concerts each season. 

We are only three miles from W42 (Fallston Airport) if you are flying in. Nearby there are hiking trails and a swimming hole at Gunpowder Falls State Park one mile away.  Boordy Vinyards down the road has a farmers market Thursdays and wine tastings other days or get homemade ice cream at Prigel Creamery just past it. Take your canoe up to Eden Mill or Bike on the Ma & Pa and NCR trails nearby.

The Series 2A Station wagon has the classic Breakfast headlight set up (2 eggs on the grill)

Cooking equipment

Maryland Health Society

Maryland Health Society (MAHESO) is closing for the season 9/30/24.

One of the oldest Clothing Optional Health Resort in the USA. We were established in 1934 and have been on the same property since 1936. We are 100% Not-for-Profit and 100% Volunteer. We are 45 min from Downtown Washington DC. Come out and leave all of your stress and worries behind.

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We are the Maryland Health Society, one of the oldest clothing optional resorts and campgrounds in the USA.  Established in 1934, we are 100% not-for-profit and 100% volunteer run.  We have 98 secluded acres of wooded beauty, including cabins, RV sites with 50amp service, tent sites, swimming pool, clubhouse with kitchen and full restrooms, BBQ pit, 5 outdoor showers, 7 miles of hiking trails.  Bordering the Patuxent River, we are 10 minutes from Washington, DC. We host many large fundraising events every year. We are in a rustic setting and our offer total acceptance. We are a 100% AANR Club.

Our Welcome Sign as you Enter our Grounds

Our old Natural Spring house Soon to be our Natural Spring Bath. 50 degree Spring water on a Hot Day, Refreshing

Bald Eagle Farm on the Patuxent

Bald Eagle Farm has been in our family for three generations. Today two generations still live and operate the family farm. We once raised tobacco and cattle and have now converted to growing hay and grain. My family wants to share the views and the experience of sleeping under the stars

on our beautiful secluded farm. You will hear nothing but the wind, birds, frogs and insects while you doze off or enjoy the dark sky and camp fire.

We live on the farm so we are always here to help you out if needed. We can provide you with the firewood you need and water from our deep well. We are here to make your stay as comfortable as possible and provide a restroom in the case of an "emergency".

Recently named a finalist for 'Best Hipcamp in Maryland'! Thank you SO much for your support and we look forward to hosting you in 2022.

There are three campsites on the farm, one by the pond and two by the river. Very secluded and all sites include , firepit, log bench,

and a picnic table that seats 3-4 people. PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN FIREWOOD. AT THIS TIME WE ARE OUT FOR THE SEASON. 

The original river campsite has been moved to a more remote spot so that all campers can access the pond and pier to the river.

Farm encompasses nearly 300 acres on the Patuxent River. There is access to the river on high tide via our private creek (must bring your own canoe or kayak) and 150 acres of marshland. Over 100 acres of woods to walk through and a pond for wildlife watching.

Local Spots to Visit:

Canoe/Kayak/Fishing: Clyde Watson Boating Area, Patuxent River Park, Patuxent Wetlands Park, Cedar Haven Fishing Area

Hiking: Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary, Patuxent River Park, Cedarville State Forest, Rosaryville State Park, Merkle Wildlife Sanctuary, Maxwell Hall Park

Places to Eat: Hardesty Haven Cafe, Moreland's Produce & Market, Cedarville Grocery. 

(Highly recommend packing well, we are approx. 20 minutes from a grocery store)

Places to Drink: Robin Hill Farm & Vineyards, Romano Vineyard & Winery, Janemark Winery & Vineyard

Winter View - Shows pond and proximity to the Patuxent River. 

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