Take Me Fishing
Seneca Creek State Park 11950 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MD, United StatesJoin an expert angler for a beginner's house in fishing. The park supplies rods and reels, but you may bring your own. A non-tidal fishing license is required for ages 16+; however, the park does not offer these for sale. Meet at the Boat Center.
Roly-Poly Hunt
Patuxent River State Park 23222 Georgia Ave, Brookeville, MD, United StatesStarting at the Nature Center, participants will turn over nearby logs to find Roly-Polies or Pill Bugs – then examine them under the microscope and talk about what makes a good habitat for them.
Trash Clean Up – Volunteer Opportunity
Patuxent River State Park 23222 Georgia Ave, Brookeville, MD, United StatesHelp keep Patuxent River State Park clean and safe by removing some of the trash that has accumulated over the years. Please bring close-toed shoes, water, and work gloves. Ages 10 and over.
Pontoon Tours
Seneca Creek State Park 11950 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MD, United StatesTake a relaxing, 45-minute ride on the pontoon boat "Blue Heron." Learn about history of the area and search for the wildlife that call Clopper Lake home. There is a fee in addition to the park entrance fee. Tours begin at 2:00 and 4:00 p.m.
Nature Crafts
Seneca Creek State Park 11950 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MD, United StatesFun crafts, games, and hands-on nature items. Activities every week! Meet at the Nature Shack by the Tire Playground.
Reptile Encounter
Seneca Creek State Park 11950 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MD, United StatesCome to the 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.
Pontoon Tours
Seneca Creek State Park 11950 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MD, United StatesTake a relaxing 45 minute evening boat ride on the pontoon boat “Blue Heron.” Learnabout history of the area and search for wildlife who call Clopper Lake home. There is a small fee in addition to the park entrance fee. Tours leave at 2:00 and 4:00.
Reptile Feeding
Seneca Creek State Park 11950 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MD, United StatesCome to the Park Office and check out Seneca’s resident snake!
Nature Shack
Seneca Creek State Park 11950 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MD, United StatesFun crafts, games, and hands-on nature items. Activities vary each week! The Nature Shack is located by the Tire Playground.
Meet the Reptiles
Patuxent River State Park 23222 Georgia Ave, Brookeville, MD, United StatesReptiles make up one of the interesting groups of animals found in Patuxent River State Park. This multimedia presentation at the Nature Center will allow you to learn more about these varied animals.