Join the 40+ Days of Wellness Challenge! 

Explore organic, farm-to-table cuisine, participate in wellness events, and discover the best places to get fit, all in Howard County!

Social wellness 🖤
Refers to the relationships we have and how we interact with others. Social wellness involves building healthy, nurturing and supportive relationships as well as fostering a genuine connection with those around you.

Physical wellness ❤
Promotes proper care of our bodies for optimal health and functioning. There are many elements of physical wellness that all must be cared for together. Overall physical wellness encourages the balance of physical activity, nutrition, and mental well-being to keep your body in top condition.

Emotional wellness 💙
Inspires self-care, relaxation, stress reduction and the development of inner strength. It is important to be attentive to both positive and negative feelings and be able to understand how to handle these emotions.

Intellectual wellness 💚
Refers to active participation in scholastic, cultural, and community activities. It is important to gain and maintain intellectual wellness because it expands knowledge and skills in order to live a stimulating, successful life.

Spiritual wellness 💜
Hope, positive outlook, acceptance of death, forgiveness, self-acceptance, commitment, meaning, and purpose. It also includes clear values, a sense of worth, peace, worship, prayer, and meditation. Benefits of Spiritual Wellness. There are various physical, mental benefits of spiritual wellness.

Environmental wellness 💛
Inspires us to live a lifestyle that is respectful of our surroundings. This realm encourages us to live in harmony with the Earth by taking action to protect it. Environmental well-being promotes interaction with nature and your personal environment.

Occupational wellness 🧡
 The potential to attain equilibrium between work and leisure time, handling workplace stress and fostering good relationships with coworkers through team building activities.

🖤- Social ❤ - Physical 💙 - Emotional 💚 - Intellectual 💜 - Spiritual 💛 - Environmental 🧡 - Occupational

Embark on a transformative journey of wellness in Howard County, Maryland, as we guide you through 40+ days of rejuvenation, exploration, and self-discovery. Uncover the county's hidden gems, from serene yoga havens to adrenaline-pumping adventures, all while supporting local businesses and immersing yourself in the vibrant community.

Day 1-5: Nourishing the Body and Mind

• Start your wellness journey with a peaceful workout at Yoga Haven. 🖤❤
• Indulge in a relaxing overnight stay at Turf Valley Resort, with the option to join rejuvenating yoga classes. 🖤❤💙
• Unleash your creativity at Busboys and Poets 3rd Thursdays Open Might Night. 💚🖤
• Bond with friends over Charcuterie Boards and Milkshakes at Crazy Mason Milkshake Bar. 🖤💙
• Immerse yourself in theater, dance, music, film, and visual arts at the Horowitz Visual and Performing Arts Center.💚💜💙

Explore Howard County's biking paths and trails during your 40+ Days of Wellness.

Day 6-15: Explore Nature's Wonders

• Hike through Patapsco Valley State Park, visiting Cascade Falls, the Swinging Bridge, and Thomas Viaduct. ❤💛
• Experience treetop adventures at Terrapin Adventures and dine at Dive Bar overlooking the Little Patuxent River. 🖤❤💛🧡
• Learn about land preservation at Howard County Conservancy. ❤💚💛
• Take a wellness workshop at Mary's Land Farm. 💚
• Play tennis at Columbia Athletic Club's indoor tennis facility, and discover nature along Columbia's 100 miles of paved pathways. ❤💛

Day 16-23: Indulge in Relaxation and Learning

• Spend a night at the Merriweather Lakehouse, enjoying lakeside views and exploring Lake Kittamaqundi. ❤💙💜
• Try aerial flow or aqua flow classes at  THE pearl wellness spa + boutique. ❤💙💜
• Enjoy an award-winning live theater show at Toby's Dinner Theater. 💚💙
• Explore the preserved land surrounding the Robinson Nature Center.❤💛💚 
• Take a break from event planning with Moments Made Simple. 🖤🧡

Howard County's gyms and fitness centers offer a variety of classes.

Day 24-36: Fitness, Fun, and Creativity

• Join Kids' Fest with Parks and Rec. 💙❤
• Play mini-golf at Monster Mini Golf.🖤💚🧡💙
• Visit Western Regional Park and enjoy the new pickleball courts. ❤
• Nourish your creative side at the Makerspace at Glenwood Branch of the Howard County Library System. 💚💙
• Pamper yourself at Envy Salon, Gloss Hair Studio, and Ooh La Lal Hair Salon. 💙
• Participate in a winemaking experience with Tin Lizzie Wineworks. 🖤💚
• Climb the stairs to Courthouse Hill in historic Ellicott City for acupuncture or massage therapy with Erin E. Devlin & Co. ❤
• Take classes at The Yoga Center of Columbia and That's Dancing Ballroom & Dancesport Center ❤

Visiting spas will help you relax and recharge during your visit to Howard County.

Day 37-40: Retreats and Adventurous Endings

• Relax at Heron's Meadow Farm with on-site grown tea and outdoor yoga sessions. 💙💛💜
• Stroll the labyrinth, peace garden, or reflecting pond at Bon Secours Retreat and Conference Center. 💙💜
• Wrap up your wellness journey with Columbia Skate Park. ❤

Cap off your 40+ days of wellness by turning your adventure into a weekend getaway. Book a stay at one of Howard County's inviting hotels and continue exploring the plethora of activities that make this community a haven for wellness seekers. Check out more things to do around Howard County and discover the endless possibilities for rejuvenation and self-care. Your journey to holistic well-being awaits!