Join Terrapin Adventures and the Rams Head Tavern for a special Beer and Fear Tour. Spend two hours taking the Terrapin Challenge. Scale the 43' tower, traverse all 18 crossings on our High Ropes Challenge Course, glide through the forest on our 330' zip line and experience 2G's of force on our Giant Swing. Then reward yourself with a mouth watering menu of five small plates paired with hearty samples of five different Rams Head Tavern Beers or wine.
The food is great, the company better and the beer is superb. Bring your friends or meet new ones at this special event.$69.95 plus tax
Enjoy a 12 mile easy ride along the Little Patuxent River riding our comfortable mountain bikes over paved paths and hard packed dirt. Along with way we often see wildlife and learn about the history of the area. We arrive at beautiful Lake Elkhorn and travel around this lake for 2 miles enjoying the sites and sounds this park. Then we enjoy some wine, cheese, bread along the lake side before heading back to our base camp at Savage Mill. We provide bikes, helmet, instructions, wine, cheese, bread. Must be at least 5 ft. tall and 21 years old. $59.95 plus tax. Minimum of 4 people, maximum of 12.
For the more adventurous, strap on your helmet as we tackle the "Moab of the East", Patapsco Valley State Park. There are many miles of trails for all levels of riders. A great way to see Washington, D.C. is from the comfort of your bike as we take you on a tour of the monuments and sites of our Nations Capital. Our guides will share their knowledge of the history of D.C. and all its features.
Patapsco Valley State Park Mountain Bike Tour, 3 hours $79, minimum number for a tour is 4 guests, maximum group size is 12. For every two children under 14, an adult must accompany the children.
Join us as we pedal on local paths and trails. Explore Savage Park and the Patuxent Ridge Trail all the way to Lake Elkorn and back (12 miles round trip).
Patuxent Ridge Trail Tour, 2 Hours $49, minimum number for a tour is 4 and maximum is 12. For every two children under 14, an adult must accompany the children.
Clip in and take off on a high flying adventure.Try all 32 of our extreme elements. Balance high above the ground on our High Ropes Challenge Course. Glide through the forest on our 330 ft. Zip Line screaming all the way. Try the challenging routes of the Terrapin Tower including head first down! Defy gravity as you experience 2 G's of force on our Giant Swing! Learn about different climbing gear, how to tie knots, and how to reduce your carbon footprint and live impact free! Includes healthy snacks and drinks. 70 guests per session, must be at least 8 years old and 48 inches tall, 70 - 275 lbs, 3 hrs.
Local author and environmentalist, Ned Tillman will speak on the wonders of the Chesapeake Bay; what we can do to help out and save money.Light refreshments will be served and Ned will be signing copies of his book The Chesapeake Watershed. Free
You and two friends strap into your harness as our patented winch system pulls you back and up to almost 40 ft. Then you are released with 2 G's of force as you swing back and forth over the landscape.
Clip in and take off on a high flying adventure.Try all 32 of our extreme elements. Balance high above the ground on our High Ropes Challenge Course. Glide through the forest on our 330 ft. Zip Line screaming all the way. Try the challenging routes of the Terrapin Tower including head first down! Defy gravity as you experience 2 G's of force on our Giant Swing! Learn about different climbing gear, how to tie knots, and how to reduce your carbon footprint and live impact free! Includes healthy snacks and drinks. 56 guests per 3 hour session, must be at least 8 years old and 48 inches tall, 70 - 275 lbs.
Enjoy the rich history and beauty of the Appalachian Trail. Get away from the hustle and bustle and enjoy the Maryland section of the East Coast's signature hiking trail , the "AT", just 1 hour away from our base camp. TA's experienced guides will take you on a two day one night backpacking trip. There are plenty of stops along the trail with breath taking overlooks and we will provide hearty and delicious meals (2 lunches, 1 dinner and 1 breakfast). We will provide all the gear for your trip (tent, sleeping bag, thermarest pad, backpack, stoves or you can bring your own) so beginners are no problem . Each guest will be responsible for carrying their own gear and must be in good shape. We will hike 6- 10 miles per day. Our 4 to 1 guests to guide ratio ensures that you will always get personal attention. Must be at least 12 years old and 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult. $200 per person including all gear, food, and equipment. Minimum 4 guests, maximum 8.
The ultimate challenge course with three levels taking you up to 40 ft. in the air! Nothing like it in the Mid-Atlantic! Start out by approaching the course via a cable bridge. TA employs a continuous belay system, which means that you only have to secure your safety line once for each level, letting you focus on your next challenge with confidence.
Each of the 17 traverses is designed to entertain and challenge participants. Try our islands in the sky, vine walk, loop walk, heebie jeebie, or eagle walk to name a few. Conquer them all if you can! You can auto belay down or test yourself on the leap of faith.
Book Now! $49 for 2 hours of non-stop fun! Must be 48 inches tall to participate.
We will take you through Patapsco Valley State Park. The horses are well behaved and you will enjoy the views in the park as you ride through streams, forests, and overlooks.
Call for available times! $65 for 2 Hour Walking Trail Ride. Must be 10 years old. Minimum of 2 guests for tour. For every two children under 14, an adult must accompany the children.
Come join us as we explore the many waterways of the area. We take you to our destinations in our comfortable passenger van so you just relax and enjoy the ride. The Chesapeake Bay in Annapolis with its many tributaries is also only 30 minutes away.
Our guides will teach you the basics of kayaking and you will soon be one with your boat. We use very safe and stable boats that track well and are responsive to your paddling efforts. As we paddle, our guides will share their knowledge of the Chesapeake Bay watershed. We often see many different kinds of birds, fish and turtles as we meander quietly on the water. We will stop along the tour, stretch our legs and have a snack.
Your kayak is equipped with plenty of legroom, and dry storage for your personal belongings.
Book Now! 3 Hour Tour is $59.95. Must be 10 years of age or older and able to swim. Personal floatation device must be worn at all times. Minimum number for a tour is 4 guests. Maximum group size is 12.
Howl at the Moon!! Join us for some night time fun as we navigate the high ropes challenge course, zip line and giant swing for a couple hours under the stars and moon. The adventure center has a much different feel at night so come on out for some scary heart pounding fun. Afterward join us for some appetizers and drinks in our party room. Cost is $59.95 per person.
Murder Mystery November 5th 6:00-9:30pm A fun-filled evening of adventure while solving a murder mystery! The catch? You will have to zip, swing, and cimb to find the answers that will help solve this clue-based mystery! You night includes zany characters, yummy appetizers, savory dinner and drinks at Rams Head Tavern in the Historic Savage Mill, and prizes are awarded to the winners!
Kayak on the Chesapeake for three hours with our experienced guide. Enjoy seeing wildlife and the calm waters of the Bay. Then meet at Mikes Crab House for crabs and delicious seafood. Dinner is not included in price. $59.95
Nothing could be finer than to float down the river on a summer day. It is fun and relaxing, but you will get wet! Self-guided tours float down sections of the Patapsco River. We will provide map, tube and life vest.
$20 - Full day (up to 8 hours). If you would like us to drop you off and your tubes at the put in, the cost is $30 per tube with a minimum of 4 people. Then just deflate the tubes when you exit and put the tubes in your car at the put out & return to our base camp at Savage Mil by 5pm. Security deposit of $35 per tube required.
Must be 8 yrs. old, able to swim and all participants must wear personal floatation device at all times. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Once you've mastered our climbing tower, let us take you to some more challenging climbs in the area teaching you belaying, rappelling and climbing skills.
Book Now! $95 for an all day lesson including all equipment!
Enjoy bike riding along the Patuxent River, Lake Elkhorn, and through the forest at Savage Park using our hard tail mountain bikes over paved paths and hard packed dirt trails for about 14 miles. Challenge yourself on the single track ridge trails. Along the way we often see wildlife and learn about the history of the area. When you return to our base camp, enjoy 7 beer tastings and a choice of six entrees at Rams Head Tavern. We provide the bikes, helmet, instructions,beer and food. You provide the enthusiasm. Must be at least 5 ft. tall and 21 years old.
Come as often as you like between April and October. $299 for the zip line, giant swing, high ropes challenge course and terrapin tower. Please call ahead to make sure activity is available. Purchase this online and we will have it ready for you to pick up within 48 hours. Must show photo ID with each use.
On Sunday, May 6th 2012 from 8:00am to 11am come Run, Crawl, climb, jump and swing over nine obstacles through Savage Park. Join Terrapin Adventures in our goal to raise money for Playworks DC, a charity that supports learning by providing safe, healthy and inclusive play and physical activities to local low-income schools. Distance is 5K.
Cost to register $30 or $35 after April 14th. Plus a minimum donation of $25.
See the web site, www.terrapinmudrun.com for Registration and Donation information and forms.
Do it all in a four hour time slot of your choosing. Conquer all 32 elements of our Adventure Center. See how many ways you can traverse our High Ropes Challenge Course. Try Heebie Jeebie, Islands in the Sky, Raider Bridge and the The Leap of Faith. Scream with delight as you glide on our 330 ft. Zip Line. Try and master all the routes up and down on our Terrapin Tower. Catch your breath as you experience 2G's of force on our Giant Swing. You'll be tired but happy at the end.
$79.95 per person. Must weigh between 70 and 275 lbs. and be 48 inches high. Must be 8 years old.
See if you can scale the 12 routes up and down our 44 ft. high climbing tower. The views are great from the top where you can rest and relax under our canopy roof. You can see the Little Patuxent River from the top.
Each of the four sides can accommodate two climbers at a time. TA employs auto belay systems for beginning climbers so you are completely safe as you tackle the challenging ascents and thrilling descents.
For the more adventurous, TA has manual "just right" belay systems that it uses in its climbing lessons. We have flat routes for beginners and an overhang route for more advanced climbers. We have a vertical playpen with many interesting elements like the cargo net and dangle duo to enhance your climbing experience. For a unique descent, climb headfirst down the Rainbow Serpent or tube net.
Book Now! $35 for 2 hours of climbing time including climbing lesson.
Experience thrills at night on our zip line and giant swing. Then take a haunted ghost tour of Savage Mill to learn about its past. The enjoy delicious food and drink at Rams Head Tavern. Cost $38 not including food and drink at Rams Head Tavern.
Terrapin Adventures has a fresh camp with plenty of active fun. This five-day camp exposes kids 10-14 years old to all kinds of adventure including:
Climbing, Zip lining, Giant Swing, High Ropes Challenge Course, Rapelling, Mountain Biking, Geocaching & River Tubing
Just think of the stories they'll have to tell when they return to school! Adventure days will be under the guidance of the specially trained guides at Terrapin Adventures. Campers will learn climbing at Terrapin Adventures on the most amazing outdoor facility in Central Maryland.
Each day campers will be dropped off and picked up at Terrapin Adventures at Savage Mill.
Try a little romance with an adventurous twist. Enjoy our zip line, giant swing, climbing tower and high ropes challenge course for a three hours. Couples will also be eligible to win prizes from Savage Mill Merchants and enjoy sweets, hot chocolate, and each other having great fun. $79.95 per couple. As an option, enjoy a special meal at Rams Head Tavern afterward.
Experience the thrill of gliding through the trees 30 ft in the air at speeds up to 20 miles an hour as you travel on our 330 ft. long zip line. Guests glide along a suspended 1/2 inch steel cable using a pulley and comfortable climbing harness.
Our Terrapin Rangers will make sure you are safely secure before you step off and experience the thrill of seeing the forest from a different point of view. First you cross a cable bridge to get to zip platform. Then you clip in and take off using gravity as your source of propulsion. You end up safely on the ground asking can I go again.
We call it no sweat adrenaline! Book Now! $15 per zip line ride. Must weigh between 70 and 275 pounds.
Come prepare for the Zombie Apocalypse at Terrapin Adventures. Our trained guides will see if you have what it takes in the areas of Endurance, Agility, Strength, Courage, and Accuracy to survive the Zombie Apocalypse.
Strengthin your muslces and climbing skills on our tower.
Improve your agility on our obstacle course.
Learn to conquer your fear on our high ropes course.
Fine tune your accuracy while traveling down our zip line.
Since the Zombie Apocalypse is coming have fun while you can on our Giant Swing.
$75 per person, must be 8 years old and 70 lbs. and 48 inches tall.
October 2, 2011 10am-5pm.
We will be donated 10% of the proceeds to Family & Children's Services of Howard County.
Savage Mill | 8600 Foundry Street | Savage, MD 20763 | Email Us! | Tel. 301.725.1313
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