Reptile Encounter

Seneca Creek State Park 11950 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MD

Come 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! […]

Stream Study

Patuxent River State Park 23222 Georgia Ave, Brookeville, MD

What's in the water? Participants will look for crayfish, mayfly larvae, salamanders, and do some simple water quality tests in the Patuxent River at the state park. Close-toed shoes or […]

Pontoon Tours

Seneca Creek State Park 11950 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MD

Take 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 […]

Museum Jam

Sandy Spring Museum 17901 Bentley Road, Sandy Spring

Bring your stringed instrument and join a bluegrass jam at Sandy Spring Museum. Whether you are a relative newbie to jamming or a seasoned musician, you will enjoy the camaraderie […]

$5

Reptile Feeding

Seneca Creek State Park 11950 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MD

Check out Seneca Creek State Park's resident snake at the park office.

Nature Shack

Seneca Creek State Park 11950 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MD

Fun crafts, games, and hands-on nature items. Activities vary each week! Meet at the Nature Shack by the Tire Playground.

World Ranger Day: Ranger Roundup

Seneca Creek State Park 11950 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MD

In honor of World Ranger Day, learn about the Park Ranger life by joining a 30-45 minute program with a Park Ranger. Meet at the Nature Shack.

Free Outdoor Concert

The Mansion at Strathmore 10701 Rockville Pike, North Bethesda, MD

Live from the Lawn, Strathmore’s free outdoor concert series, is where summertime stands still as music and memories take center stage. Pack a picnic and settle onto a blanket to […]

Weekday Hike

Seneca Creek State Park 11950 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MD

This is your chance to get some fresh air and exercise after work! Hike a loop between 1.5 and 2 miles, with frequent stops for plant and animal sightings and […]

Moonlight Movies

Kentlands Mansion 320 Kent Square Road, Gaithersburg

Grab a blanket and your kids for Moonlight Movies at Kentlands Mansion. Tonight's movie, Spaceballs, starts at sunset. Light concessions, beer, and wine for purchase (cash only, please). The event is free.