Night Hike/Owl Prowl
Seneca Creek State Park 11950 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MD, United StatesJoin us on a night walk through the woods to search for signs of owls and other animals. Many types of animals are more likely to be seen at night, so this is a great opportunity to catch a glimpse of some. Bring a flashlight if you have one!
Nature Journaling
Patuxent River State Park 23222 Georgia Ave, Brookeville, MD, United StatesMaking and keeping a nature journal or notebook is a fun way for kids and adults to study nature and record their experiences with the natural world. Participants will make simple nature journals and practice using them together. Meet at the Nature Center.
Weekday Hike
Seneca Creek State Park 11950 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MD, United StatesThis is a chance to get some fresh air and exercise after work. We will hike a loop of between 1.5 and 2 miles, with frequent stops for animal sightings, plants, and praying mantis egg case searches. Meet at Kingfisher Overlook (overflow parking is available in Chickadee).
Free Summer Concert
Glen Echo Park 7300 MacArthur Boulevard, Glen Echo, United StatesHead to Glen Echo Park for an evening of live music as BG and the Mojo Hands plays a versatile mix of Blues, Swing, and Rockabilly. The Bumper Car Pavilion is covered and has bench seating. Concert will be held rain or shine – come out to listen, or dance, or both!
Patuxent River Canidae
Patuxent River State Park 23222 Georgia Ave, Brookeville, MD, United StatesCome to the Nature Center to learn about the habitat and lives of foxes and coyotes.
Intro to Disc Golf
Seneca Creek State Park 11950 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MD, United StatesJoin a Seneca Creek State Park ranger to learn how to play disc golf. All skill levels are welcome, and discs will be provided. Meet at the Disc Golf Course!
Camping 101
Seneca Creek State Park 11950 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MD, United StatesJoin Seneca Creek State Park staff to learn basic campfire building, how to set up a tent, and even get the opportunity to roast a marshmallow and create your own S'mores.
Take Me Fishing
Seneca Creek State Park 11950 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MD, United StatesJoin an expert angler for a beginner’s course in fishing. The park supplies rods and reels, or you may bring your own. A non-tidal license is required for ages 16+ however, these are not sold in the park. Meet at the Boat Center.
Nature Scavenger Hunt
Patuxent River State Park 23222 Georgia Ave, Brookeville, MD, United StatesWhat's out there??? Use self-guided scavenger hunt sheets to discover an amazing variety of natural gems. Three different difficulty levels area available at the Nature Center.
Pontoon Tours
Seneca Creek State Park 11950 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MD, United StatesTake a relaxing 45 minute boat ride on the pontoon boat “Blue Heron.” Learn about history of the area and search for that wildlife that call Clopper Lake home. Tours are at 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. – meet at the Boat House. There is a small fee in addition to the park entrance fee.