Canal Community Days
The C&O Canal National Historical Park follows the Potomac River for 184.5 miles between Georgetown and Cumberland and is one of the most visited national park sites in the country. The C&O Canal Trust is the park’s official nonprofit partner, committed to supporting the park and local communities through fundraising initiatives, expanding accessibility and broadening support through programs that highlight the park’s historical, natural, and cultural heritage.
Great Falls Tavern – April 18, 2026
Anticipated Projects:
- Pulling Garlic mustard
- Painting
- Trimming vegetation around the parking lot
- Spreading mulch in the picnic area
- Filling potholes on the towpath
- Washing Tavern windows
Learn more about volunteering at Great Falls
When:
Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 9 am – 12 pm
Where:
C&O Canal National Historical Park
Great Falls Tavern Visitor Center
11710 Macarthur Blvd, Potomac, MD 20854
Map Link
Entrance Fees:
Entrance fees are waived for all volunteers. When you arrive at the fee booth, simply let them know you’re volunteering with the C&O Canal Trust today, and they’ll let you in.
All ages are welcome at Canal Community Days events, but parents must remain on-site and responsible for their children the entire time. No drop-offs. Student Service Learning (SSL) hours are available; just bring your forms from
school, and we’ll be happy to sign them.
Required Volunteer Forms:
Volunteer Service Agreement (VSA) and Media Release
- If you are registering your child under 18, a VSA form, along with instructions, will be emailed to you once your registration has been received. We will need these forms returned to us at least a week before the date of the event.
- Adults will sign a different form onsite.
Questions?
Please contact us at [email protected].
Photo credits: MJ Clingan and Francis Grant-Suttie