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01/16/2016 – Weed Warriors at Elmhirst Parkway

Weed Warriors - Elmhirst Parkway 4700 Elmhirst Lane, Bethesda, MD, United States

Saturday 10:00am to 12:00 noon. Save the Trees! of this tributary of Rock Creek. This neighborhood park provides a stripe of green and a lovely pathway. Last year, persistent hard work took down some of the longest standing vines, but the summer those pesky plants have grown again.  Join the community (ceritfied Weed Warrior or … Continue reading 01/16/2016 – Weed Warriors at Elmhirst Parkway

Free

01/16/2016 – Volunteer at a MLK Jr. Day of Service Event this weekend!

Times & Locations Vary MD, United States

Montgomery Parks is excited to once again take part in the MLK Jr. Day of Service.  We're looking forward to another great 3-day weekend of volunteer service in our parks January 16-18, 2016! Last year, more than 500 volunteers joined us in celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy of service by cleaning up our parks … Continue reading 01/16/2016 – Volunteer at a MLK Jr. Day of Service Event this weekend!

01/16/2016 – Meet the Animals

Brookside Nature Center in Wheaton Regional Park 1400 Glenallan Ave., Wheaton, MD, United States

What animals live in and around Wheaton Regional Park and which animals actually live in the nature center?  Ages 2 & up  

Free

01/16/2016 – Raptor Enrichment

Meadowside Nature Center in Rock Creek Regional Park 5100 Meadowside Lane, Rockville, MD, United States

Raptors are smart! Come see Meadowside's resident raptors as they search for food, explore new objects, and encounter new experiences. All ages  

Free

01/16/2016 – Raptor Feeding

Meadowside Nature Center in Rock Creek Regional Park 5100 Meadowside Lane, Rockville, MD, United States

Observe Meadowside's resident raptors during their feeding time and hear some stories about the raptors on exhibit.   All ages  

Free

01/16/2016 – Outdoor Classroom Explor-a-thon

Black Hill Regional Park 20926 Lake Ridge Dr., Boyds, MD, United States

Want to jump like a frog? Dig a hole to China? Search for spineless wonders? Then join us in the outdoor classroom exploration areas at the Black Hill Visitor Center. Staff will guide children through a variety of activities that are sure to be fun and inspiring. Dress for the weather. Ages 5 to 12

Free

01/16/2016 – Wheaton Wanders

Brookside Nature Center in Wheaton Regional Park 1400 Glenallan Ave., Wheaton, MD, United States

Take a walk with a naturalist on nearby trails to discover what's happening in nature around Brookside Nature Center. One day we might learn how to identify trees in winter, another day we'll go birdwatching. The next week we may learn about animal tracks. You never know what nature will share, so be here each … Continue reading 01/16/2016 – Wheaton Wanders

Free

01/16/2016 – Easy Basketry

Brookside Nature Center in Wheaton Regional Park 1400 Glenallan Ave., Wheaton, MD, United States

Using willow staves and a round wooden base, we'll fashion a simple, cylindrical basket by applying basic basket weaving techniques.  The natural container we create will be ideal for holding pens, tools or other utensils. Ages 12 & up  

$12

01/16/2016 – Winter Campfire

Black Hill Regional Park 20926 Lake Ridge Dr., Boyds, MD, United States

Baby its cold outside! But don't let that stop you from enjoying a roaring campfire under the stars. Join a naturalist for a winter-inspired campfire followed by s'mores! Meet at the Visitor Center and bring a chair or blanket. Ages 1 & up  

$11

01/17/2016 – Harpists at the Visitor Center

Black Hill Regional Park 20926 Lake Ridge Dr., Boyds, MD, United States

Join us for an afternoon of beautiful harp music and the natural beauty of Black Hill all around you. No need to register; just come to the Visitor Center and enjoy.  All ages  

Free