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NorthBay Education The nation’s largest outdoor education campus and premier retreat destination. NorthBay is a non-profit, tax-exempt, 501(c)(3) organization.
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A premiere educational facility engaging students in environmental & character education while offering a first-rate retreat center, which supports our education programs. Our mission is to Challenge people through transformative educational and retreat experiences to realize their attitudes and actions have a lasting impact on their lives, communities, and the environment. As a multi-faceted facility, NorthBay offers a variety of adventure activities for you to participate in: 2 zip lines that go to the ground, 2 zip lines that go directly into the Chesapeake Bay, high and low ropes courses, the GIANT swing, indoor and outdoor rock walls, swimming pool, bon fires on the beach, canoeing, kayaking, 40 foot passenger boat and more all located on a mile of beachfront! We are interested in spreading the word about NorthBay to as many people as possible! In combination with the school program we run during the school year - we open up our magnificent facility for rental to outside groups looking for a premiere location to accommodate their needs. We host expos, weddings, corporate team building events, and church ministry weekends and week-long retreats. We can provide overnight accommodations for up to 550 people in our comfortable, air-conditioned and carpeted cabins, our hotel style private rooms and our Guest House Lodge. NorthBay is also proud to be home to one of the most technologically advanced meeting rooms in the mid-atlantic region. With seating available in the upwards of 600 people on our comfortable, double-padded ampitheater seating, Dolby-Digital 5.1 surround sound, LCD video and powerpoint projection, 24 stage sound inputs, fixed and intelligent lighting, we have everything you need to take your meeting to the next level! Our state-of-the-art campus and retreat center located on the upper Chesapeake Bay. Conveniently located just one hour from Baltimore and Philadelphia, NorthBay offers all-inclusive packages featuring overnight accommodations, meeting facilities, meals, and high-adventure activities. All of this is situated within the Elk Neck State Park and with full access to the Chesapeake Bay from our mile-long private beach. At NorthBay we offer our guests unparalleled service, high adventure, and state-of-the-art facilities in a pristine setting. Our professional staff partners with each group's mission and strives to foster a fun and comfortable atmosphere where life-changing decisions can be made.

10/31/2026

Wanna ride the giant swing, zip line or jump off the rope course drop down now’s your chance

Some of the best stories from NorthBay are told through the smiles, laughter, and moments captured along the way! This w...
10/30/2026

Some of the best stories from NorthBay are told through the smiles, laughter, and moments captured along the way!

This week, E.R. Martin, Hampden, Maree G. Farring, and Wheatland added their own chapter to the NorthBay experience! Now it's time to look back at all the fun!

📸 Flickr: Browse and download your favorite photos for FREE!

🎥 Vimeo: Watch and download your school's Play of the Week video for FREE!

🔗 Everything is just a click away through the link in our bio!

Thanks for making NorthBay part of your school year! 💙

Shoutout to Jackson, Lincoln, Reynolds, and Thomas Johnson for bringing so much energy and enthusiasm to campus! It was ...
10/28/2026

Shoutout to Jackson, Lincoln, Reynolds, and Thomas Johnson for bringing so much energy and enthusiasm to campus! It was a week full of learning, laughter, and memories to take home!

📸 Want to relive the fun? Find and download your photos for FREE on our Flickr page, and download your Play of the Week video for FREE on Vimeo!

🔗 Click the link in our bio to access your photos and video!

Thank you to citybiz for highlighting our upcoming Rising Tide Farm Harvest Festival! We look forward to welcoming our c...
10/26/2026

Thank you to citybiz for highlighting our upcoming Rising Tide Farm Harvest Festival!
We look forward to welcoming our community and supporters to NorthBay for an afternoon filled with hands-on activities, fresh ingredients from the farm, live music, and opportunities to see our mission in action!
Check out the article to learn more about this free event and how you can join us on October 29 from 4–6 PM!
We hope to see you there!

www.citybiz.co/article/920934/northbay-education-to-host-rising-tide-farm-harvest-festival/

NorthBay Education will host its Rising Tide Farm Harvest Festival on Thursday, October 29, from 4 to 6 p.m. at... Read More

We had an amazing time welcoming Hampstead Hill, Monarch, and Washington Jesuit to NorthBay!From the forest to the Chesa...
10/23/2026

We had an amazing time welcoming Hampstead Hill, Monarch, and Washington Jesuit to NorthBay!

From the forest to the Chesapeake Bay, every day brought something different for these students as they experienced learning in a whole new environment.

📸🎥 Want to relive the memories? Find your school's photos on Flickr and download your Play of the Week video for FREE on Vimeo!

🔗 Click the link in our bio, search for your school, and enjoy!

Until next time! 👋💙

We're excited to have The Honey Badgers to NorthBay's Rising Tide Farm Harvest Festival! Join us for this FREE community...
10/22/2026

We're excited to have The Honey Badgers to NorthBay's Rising Tide Farm Harvest Festival! Join us for this FREE community event where you can gather fresh ingredients from the farm, enjoy hands-on activities, and hear inspiring stories connecting food, land, and learning, all while enjoying live music from The Honey Badgers!

Come experience a piece of NorthBay's outdoor education mission firsthand and see how Rising Tide Farm helps students connect with the environment around them.

📅 Thursday, October 29, 2026
⏰ 4–6 PM
📍 NorthBay's Rising Tide Farm
🎟️ FREE to attend!

Bring your friends and family, enjoy the fall atmosphere, and celebrate the season with us!

🔗 Learn more and register today here: northbayeducation.org/fall-farm-festival/

We had an amazing time welcoming students from Holabird, Hurlock, Sandy Hill, South Dorchester, and Vienna to NorthBay!T...
10/21/2026

We had an amazing time welcoming students from Holabird, Hurlock, Sandy Hill, South Dorchester, and Vienna to NorthBay!
They explored the outdoors, discovered new things and built connections, all while making lasting memories! These students made the most of their time on the Bay!

📸 Want to relive the fun? Check out your school's photos on our Flickr page and watch your Play of the Week on Vimeo. And download all for free!

🔗 Click the link in our bio, find your school, and enjoy the memories!

Until next time! 👋💙

10/20/2026

NorthBay Directors Rick Garber and Dana Lewis recently sat down with WJZ Baltimore to discuss NorthBay’s lasting impact on young people and communities through outdoor education, while also sharing what’s ahead at our Rising Tide Farm Harvest Festival!
Join us for this FREE community event and get a firsthand look at how Rising Tide Farm plays a role in NorthBay’s mission! Guests can gather fresh ingredients from the farm, participate in hands-on activities, and hear inspiring stories connecting food, land, and learning.
📅 Thursday, October 29, 2026
⏰ 4–6 PM
📍 NorthBay’s Rising Tide Farm
🎟️ FREE to attend!
Check out the interview and get a glimpse of the impact NorthBay continues to make!
A special thank you to the reporters, Tim Williams, Janay Reece and the entire WJZ team for welcoming us and giving us the opportunity to share our mission and upcoming Harvest Festival!
Click the link to learn more about the Harvest Festival! northbayeducation.org/fall-farm-festival/

10/19/2026

The night may be over, but the memories and impact of Beyond the Bay live on!
A huge THANK YOU to our sponsors, speakers and everyone who joined us and continues to support our mission of transforming the lives of young people!

Check out our Beyond the Bay video recap for a look back at some of the evening’s highlights. Be sure to see the photos from our event on our Flickr album here: 23157080@N02/albums/72177720336195283" rel="ugc" target="_blank">www.flickr.com/photos/23157080@N02/albums/72177720336195283

Shoutout to Midtown Academy, Lakeland, Thomas Johnson, Two Rivers, and Roland Park for joining us for an incredible Nort...
10/15/2026

Shoutout to Midtown Academy, Lakeland, Thomas Johnson, Two Rivers, and Roland Park for joining us for an incredible NorthBay experience! From exploring the outdoors and discovering new things to making memories with friends, these students brought so much energy and excitement to campus!

📸 Want to relive the memories? Download your favorite photos from our Flickr albums, watch your school's Play of the Week on YouTube, or download the video for FREE on Vimeo!

🔗 Click the link in our bio to find your school's photos and videos!

Until next time! 🤙

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11 Horseshoe Point Lane
North East, MD
21901

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