Upcoming Events….
*CANCLED* ASL Class F: ASL 1.0 (in person)
ASL I (4-Week Course)
This course will meet in person on Wednesdays, 3:30–5:00 PM EST, from October 1 to October 22, 2025. A make-up session will be scheduled the following week if needed.
Course Overview:
ASL I is designed for students with little to no prior knowledge of American Sign Language. In this course, you’ll build foundational conversational skills and vocabulary while learning how to communicate with Deaf and hard of hearing individuals in outdoor, recreation, and volunteer settings.
Our ASL I courses are taught by a native Deaf signer with experience in the outdoor field, ensuring lessons are engaging, accessible, and tailored to student needs. This 4-week class is a condensed version of our typical 5- or 10-week ASL courses, created to fit a variety of schedules.
What’s Included:
In-person weekly sessions
Opportunities to socialize with classmates
Access to a virtual ASL practice meetup
Cost: $100 per student
To register, please complete the Google Form below. After submitting your registration, you’ll receive an invoice via email with a link to complete payment. If the form does not load properly, please click here to access it directly.
Maryland ASL Festival
CorpsTHAT is excited to attend the Maryland ASL Festival on October 18th from 10 AM to 5 PM for a day full of Deaf community celebration, connection, and learning! Stop by our table to learn more about our programs that bridge the outdoors and the Deaf community through environmental education, recreation, and career development. Whether you're passionate about the environment, outdoor adventures, or just supporting, we’d love to meet you, share resources, and chat about how you can get involved. Come say hi and explore how CorpsTHAT is making the outdoors a place for everyone!
Free Admission
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In-person: Deaf Outdoors: An Introduction to Inclusion
In-person Workshop
In-person: Deaf Outdoors: An Introduction to Inclusion a 2.5 hour workshop. This workshop will meet in person on Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at 3:30–6:00 PM EST.
Workshop Overview:
This in-person workshop is designed to introduce participants to Deaf culture, American Sign Language (ASL), and inclusive practices in outdoor settings. It is ideal for individuals working or volunteering in outdoor education, recreation, or conservation who want to create more accessible and welcoming experiences for Deaf and hard of hearing communities.
The in-person workshop is led by native Deaf signers with experience in the outdoor field, ensuring the learning experience is engaging, accessible, and relevant. This one-day session is a condensed version of our full 4 week long ASL Course, designed to fit a variety of schedules while still offering meaningful and practical insights.
What’s Included:
During the 2.5-hour session, participants will:
Learn the basics of ASL, including key vocabulary and phrases useful in outdoor and group settings
Gain an understanding of Deaf culture and communication preferences
Explore how to work effectively with interpreters in outdoor programs
Develop strategies for inclusive communication and safety in nature-based environments
Engage in interactive activities and discussions led by a native Deaf outdoor professional
Cost: $25 per participant
To register, please complete the Google Form below. After submitting your registration, you’ll receive an invoice via email with a link to complete payment. If the registration form does not load properly, please click here to access it directly.
Give Back, Kick Back
Give Back, Kick Back: A Community Clean-Up & Social
CorpsTHAT and Friends of Herring Run Parks are excited to host a volunteer clean-up event for the local Deaf community! Join us for an afternoon of giving back to Herring Run Park through light cleanup and beautification projects, followed by a casual social gathering with light refreshments.
Afterward, keep the fun going with Baltimore City Association of the Deaf’s monthly ASL Night Out at 5:00 PM—an opportunity to meet new people, sign, and enjoy community time together.
Gloves, tools, and supplies will be provided. All are welcome—no experience needed. Families and groups are encouraged to join!
This event highlights local Deaf and outdoor organizations coming together to care for our community and green spaces. Whether you join for the clean-up, the social time, or both, we’d love to see you there!
Sign up today to let us know you’re coming—we’d love to see you there! If the form does not load properly, please click here to access it directly.