Chart New Paths. Share Great Discoveries.

The Explorers Club Washington Group is a community of adventurers, scholars, and storytellers dedicated to exploring the world and preserving its wonders. From mountain peaks to ocean depths, we seek knowledge, connection, and discovery.

Chart New Paths. Share Great Discoveries.

The Explorers Club Washington Group is a community of adventurers, scholars, and storytellers dedicated to exploring the world and preserving its wonders. From mountain peaks to ocean depths, we seek knowledge, connection, and discovery.

Upcoming Expeditions
& Gatherings

  • HAPPY HOUR – DEC 18TH

    December 28th, 2025

    Join the Explorers Club Washington Group for our December Happy Hour on Thursday, December 28th at 6:30 PM at MadHatter in DuPont Circle, Washington, D.C….

  • ANNUAL GALA – DEC 6TH

    December 6, 2025

    Join the Explorers Club Washington Group for our Annual Gala on Saturday, December 6 at 6:00 PM at the historic Cosmos Club in Washington, D.C….

  • HAPPY HOUR – NOV 20TH

    November 20, 2025

    Join the Explorers Club Washington Group for our November Happy Hour on Thursday, November 20 at 6:30 PM at Bronson Bierhall in Arlington, Virginia. Event…

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Our Journeys,
Our Stories

ECWG In Memoriam Don Gerson FE’78

May 30, 2026

In Loving Memory of a Lifelong Explorer and Friend Don Gerson Remembrance of Don Gerson, FE’78 Presented by the ECWG Chair L. Jen Shaffer FN’22 on May 30, 2026 Good afternoon, everyone. As the current Chair of the Explorers Club Washington Group, it is a profound honor to stand here today and celebrate the life…

Explorers Club Flag Awarded: 2026 Prince William Sound Glacier Expedition

May 13, 2026

The Explorers Club Washington Group extends its warmest congratulations to Dr. Bruce F. Molnia, FN’80, on being awarded an official Explorers Club Flag for the 2026 Prince William Sound, Alaska, Glacier Expedition. The Explorers Club Flag represents a long tradition of scientific exploration, field research, and discovery in some of the world’s most challenging and…

A New ECWG Website Coming This Spring

November 30, 2025

We are excited to share that the Explorers Club Washington Group’s new website is nearly complete and scheduled to launch in late April, pending final beta testing. This redesigned platform will offer a more modern, accessible, and visually engaging experience—featuring member photography, improved event listings, streamlined navigation, and expanded resources for our community. This launch…

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Who We Are

Founded to foster curiosity and courage, The Explorer’s Club brings together people who believe in discovery as a way of life. Our members are hikers, scientists, historians, photographers, and lifelong learners.

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