Fun for Families with Kids
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.
Weekday Hike
Seneca Creek State ParkThis is a chance to get some fresh air and exercise after work. Hike a loop of between 1.5 and 2 miles, with frequent stops for animal sightings, plant, animal and insect observations. Meet at the Park Office.
Migrations to Escape Winter: Monarchs
Patuxent River State Park 23222 Georgia Ave, Brookeville, MD, United StatesLearn about Monarch butterflies as they leave our area to migrate down to Mexico for the winter. Meet at the Nature Center.
Fall Scavenger Hunt
Seneca Creek State ParkJoin the park naturalist for a fall-themed scavenger hunt to see what can be found in the park during this beautiful season. Meet at the Nature Shack by the Tire Playground.
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 very unique animals. Meet at the Nature Center.
Stream Study
Patuxent River State Park 23222 Georgia Ave, Brookeville, MD, United StatesWhat's in the water? Look for crayfish, mayfly larvae, salamanders, and do some simple water quality tests in the Patuxent River. Closed-toe shoes or sturdy sandals that can get wet are recommended (no flip-flops, please). The activity will be cancelled if the water is high. Meet at the Nature Center.
Skulls and Skins: Bear Facts
Seneca Creek State ParkFor this special edition of "Skulls and Skins," the focus will be on a special creature: the bear. Learn the Bear Facts about Bears in Maryland and then learn about what bears eat. Act like a bear and gather "food" from the park. Meet at the Nature Shack by the Tire Playground.
Free Kids Activities at Glen Echo Park
Glen Echo Park 7300 MacArthur Boulevard, Glen Echo, United StatesBring your kids to Glen Echo Park for a variety of fun, free activities, including face painting, a sidewalk chalk artist, and more.
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.