Winter is Coming
Patuxent River State Park 23222 Georgia Ave, Brookeville, MD, United StatesWhile the weather is still warm and summer-like to us, plants and animals have to make some significant changes in order to survive the cold months ahead. Learn about some of these adaptations, play a bird migration game (try to survive the migratory challenges!) and turn natural items into artwork. Meet at the Nature Center.
Apple Cider Pressing Workshop
Seneca Creek State ParkCome try your luck at a hand crank cider press to make delicious, old-fashioned apple cider. Please bring your own washed apples and a container for the cider. Meet at the Park Office.
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 at the Nature Shack by the Tire Playground.
Campfire Stories
Patuxent River State Park 23222 Georgia Ave, Brookeville, MD, United StatesJoin Patuxent River State Park staff around the campfire for stories of native animals, farm history, maybe a song or two... and, of course, s'mores! Event is contingent upon weather. Meet at the Nature Center.
Tune Circle and Song Circle
Hyattstown Mill 14920 Hyattstown Mill Road, Hyattstown, MD, United StatesFounded in 2000, this group has struggled with ways to describe itself — a sing-along string band, a jam session with singing, a string and sing gang, a folk country musicale — but whatever it is, it's a pack of fun. Gatherings are open to the public and prospective members and visitors are encouraged to attend. […]
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.
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 Nature Shack by the Tire Playground.
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.