Patuxent River State Park
Let’s Talk Turtles
Patuxent River State Park 23222 Georgia Ave, Brookeville, MD, United StatesParticipants will talk about the largest and smallest turtles found in Maryland and the threats they face. Compare the life cycle of a land and a sea turtle, then explore different challenges turtles face to survive through hands-on activities. Meet at the Nature Center.
Crafts With Nature
Patuxent River State Park 23222 Georgia Ave, Brookeville, MD, United StatesMake something to take home using items gathered at Patuxent River State Park, like twigs and pinecones. Meet at the Nature 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Meet the Birds
Patuxent River State Park 23222 Georgia Ave, Brookeville, MD, United StatesCome to the Nature Center for multimedia introduction to some of the commonly seen birds in Patuxent River State Park.
Trail Maintenance – Volunteers Needed!
Patuxent River State Park 23222 Georgia Ave, Brookeville, MD, United StatesCome help maintain Patuxent River State Park's current trail systems. Participants will walk the trails and cut back anything intruding upon our trails and note any major issues. Please bring close-toed shoes, water, and work gloves. Meet at the Nature Center.