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!
Nature Journaling
Patuxent River State Park 23222 Georgia Ave, Brookeville, MDMaking 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, MDThis 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 EchoHead 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, MDCome 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, MDJoin 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, MDJoin 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.