Fun for Families with Kids
Autumn Pontoon Tour
Seneca Creek State ParkTake a relaxing 45-minute afternoon boat ride on the pontoon boat "Blue Heron." Come see the beautiful shades of autumn as the leaves begin to change around Clopper Lake. There is a small fee per person in addition to the park entrance fee. Cash or personal check only; meet at the Boat Center.
Reptile Feeding
Seneca Creek State ParkCheck out Seneca Creek State Park's resident snake at the Park Office.
Nature Shack
Seneca Creek State ParkFun crafts, games, and hands-on nature items. Activities vary each week! Meet at the Nature Shack by the Tire Playground.
Recycled Craft
Seneca Creek State ParkReduce, reuse, recycle, and refuse! For this craft, reuse a variety of items that one might consider trash to create something new. Save the environment and create something to put on display in your home. You are encouraged to bring used egg cartons or plastic or glass bottles of your own, but materials will be […]
Foliage Fun
Seneca Creek State ParkSearch the park for beautiful fall leaves and use them to create a work of art using the glorious colors of autumn. Meet at the Nature Shack by the Tire Playground.
Autumn Rocks at the C&O Canal
Great Falls Tavern Visitor Center 11710 MacArthur Blvd, Potomac, United StatesThe first annual "Autumn Rocks" event will take place at the Historic Great Falls Tavern on Sunday, October 13. Highlights include blacksmith operations, dulcimer music, guest speakers, ranger-guided walks, and more.
Train Days
Gaithersburg Community Museum 9 South Summit Avenue, Gaithersburg, United StatesCelebrate Gaithersburg’s long and storied history with the railroad. View model train displays, explore a caboose and RDC, participate in train-related activities, and discover the hands-on learning centers in the museum. With any luck visitors can also enjoy the sights and sounds of the actual CSX & Amtrak trains that frequently rumble past the museum. […]
Meet the Reptiles
Patuxent River State Park 23222 Georgia Ave, Brookeville, MD, United StatesReptiles make up one of the most interesting groups of animals found in Patuxent River State Park. This will be a multimedia presentation to allow you to learn more about these varied and extraordinary creatures. Meet at the Nature Center.
Skulls and Skins
Seneca Creek State ParkExplore real-life skulls and pelts from mammal residents of the park, and learn how bones and hair can teach us what animals eat and how they live. Meet in the Nature Shack by the Tire Playground.
Nature Crafts
Seneca Creek State ParkFun Crafts, games, and hands-on nature items. Activities vary each week! Meet at the Nature Shack by the Tire Playground.