Celebrate International Observe the Moon Night at Gaithersburg's Observatory Park. Hands-on activities and tours of the International Latitude Observatory will be available. The park will be dark, but please do not bring a flashlight; bring a red light as it will be less intrusive to other watchers. Red cellophane will be available to cover any […]
Come out and celebrate the 2nd annual Heritage Harvest Weekend! Take a drive through the countryside along the county’s historic Rustic Roads and enjoy autumn splendor amidst forests, fields and farms – some of which have been in operation since the 1700s. More than 25 farms throughout Montgomery County will be open with FREE admission for farm tours, hikes, […]
Fun crafts, games, and hands-on nature items. Activities vary each week! Meet at the Nature Shack by the Tire Playground.
Come 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.
Take 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.
Check out Seneca Creek State Park's resident snake at the Park Office.
Fun crafts, games, and hands-on nature items. Activities vary each week! Meet at the Nature Shack by the Tire Playground.
Reduce, 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 […]
Search 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.
This is a chance to get some fresh air and exercise. Hike a loop of between 1.5 and w miles, with frequent stops for animal sightings, plant, animal and insect observations. Meet at the Park Office.