Fun for Families with Kids
Feed the Birds
Patuxent River State Park 23222 Georgia Ave, Brookeville, MD, United StatesCreate a pine cone bird feeder to hang in Patuxent River State Park, or take it home to help feed the birds during the winter. Meet at the Nature Center.
Campfire and Craft
Patuxent River State Park 23222 Georgia Ave, Brookeville, MD, United StatesHave some time off for the holidays? Head to Patuxent River State Park for a craft and a campfire. Meet at the Nature Center.
First Day Hike
Seneca Creek State ParkGrab your friends and family and start the new decade with an easy, one-mile hike through Seneca Creek State Park. Warm up afterwards with a cup of hot chocolate or other hot beverage. R.S.V.P. encouraged by calling the park: (301) 924-2127 or emailing SPSCnaturalist@gmail.com. Meet at the Park Office – all ages are welcome!
First Day Hike
Patuxent River State Park 23222 Georgia Ave, Brookeville, MD, United StatesJoin Park Rangers, family and friends for a two-mile hike through the woods on New Year's Day. Stick around afterwards for some hot cocoa or hot tea. All ages and friendly pets welcome! Kindly R.S.V.P. at Patuxentriver.statepark@maryland.gov – meet at the Park Office.
B&O Station Open House
Silver Spring B&O Railroad Station 8100 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring, United StatesThe Silver Spring B&O Railroad Station open house features a special visitor this month: a feathered representative from the Agricultural History Farm Park. Also: real train spotting, a toy train play set, permanent model train display, kid's toy engine to ride, videos, gift shop, refreshments.
Nature Crafts
Seneca Creek State ParkFun crafts, games, and hands-on nature items – activities vary each week. Meet at the Park Office.
Reptile Encounter
Seneca Creek State ParkCome to Seneca Creek State Park for a fun, 30-45 minute program for all ages. Meet a living snake or turtle and examine shells and skins from reptiles living in the park. Meet at the Park Office.
Winter in Washington
National Capital Trolley Museum 1313 Bonifant Road, Colesville, MD, United StatesThis special exhibit celebrates the season with street cars in the Nation's Capital.
Reptile Feeding
Seneca Creek State ParkCheck out Seneca's resident snake at the park office. Learn some quick facts about reptiles of Maryland and watch the live corn snake eat its meal!
Nature Nook
Seneca Creek State ParkFun crafts, games, and hands-on nature items. Activities vary each week! Meet at the Park Office.