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01/16/2016 – Raptor Enrichment
Meadowside Nature Center in Rock Creek Regional Park 5100 Meadowside Lane, Rockville, MD, United StatesRaptors are smart! Come see Meadowside's resident raptors as they search for food, explore new objects, and encounter new experiences. All ages
01/16/2016 – Raptor Feeding
Meadowside Nature Center in Rock Creek Regional Park 5100 Meadowside Lane, Rockville, MD, United StatesObserve Meadowside's resident raptors during their feeding time and hear some stories about the raptors on exhibit. All ages
01/16/2016 – Outdoor Classroom Explor-a-thon
Black Hill Regional Park 20926 Lake Ridge Dr., Boyds, MD, United StatesWant 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
01/16/2016 – Wheaton Wanders
Brookside Nature Center in Wheaton Regional Park 1400 Glenallan Ave., Wheaton, MD, United StatesTake 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
01/16/2016 – Easy Basketry
Brookside Nature Center in Wheaton Regional Park 1400 Glenallan Ave., Wheaton, MD, United StatesUsing 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
01/16/2016 – Winter Campfire
Black Hill Regional Park 20926 Lake Ridge Dr., Boyds, MD, United StatesBaby 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
01/17/2016 – Harpists at the Visitor Center
Black Hill Regional Park 20926 Lake Ridge Dr., Boyds, MD, United StatesJoin 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
01/17/2016 – Meet the Animals
Brookside Nature Center in Wheaton Regional Park 1400 Glenallan Ave., Wheaton, MD, United StatesWhat animals live in and around Wheaton Regional Park and which animals actually live in the nature center? Join this family friendly presentation and your chance to see the animals close up. Ages 2 & up
01/17/2016 – January Storytimes: Winter Weather
Brookside Nature Center in Wheaton Regional Park 1400 Glenallan Ave., Wheaton, MD, United StatesNow that the weather is colder, enjoy a tale about nature in the cozy comfort of the nature center. Join us in January by our cozy hearth to watch the weather from our big window while listening to a different story each week about the wonders of winter weather like snowflakes, crystals and ice. Ages … Continue reading 01/17/2016 – January Storytimes: Winter Weather
01/17/2016 – What Are You Missing?
Brookside Nature Center in Wheaton Regional Park 1400 Glenallan Ave., Wheaton, MD, United StatesLook around...listen...breath deep...touch! Our understanding of the world around us is based on what we can sense, and what we can imagine. As humans, we have limited senses of hearing and sight--and our sense of time also has an effect on what we understand. Join a Brookside naturalist to learn how to use different tools … Continue reading 01/17/2016 – What Are You Missing?