Trash Clean Up – Volunteer Opportunity
Patuxent River State Park 23222 Georgia Ave, Brookeville, MDHelp 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, MDTake 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, MDFun 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, MDCome 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, MDTake 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, MDCome to the Park Office and check out Seneca’s resident snake!
Nature Shack
Seneca Creek State Park 11950 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MDFun 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, MDReptiles 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.
Invasive ID Hike
Seneca Creek State Park 11950 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MDLearn what plants are beneficial to the native wildlife of Maryland, and learn how to identify plants that are considered “invasive.” Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a plant identification guide (optional). Meet at the Blue Jay Pavilion.
Night Hike/Owl Prowl
Seneca Creek State Park 11950 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MDJoin 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!