Calvert Nature Society - Ward Farm Master Plan

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Over 2 miles of natural surface paths suitable for walking, running, and biking
Intimate interpretative spaces
Pond pier Overlooks at ponds and wetlands
Access to Hall Creek, streams and Fox Den Pond

Future Plans

Variable Surface Trail 7100 lf (1.3 mi)
[Natural Surface, Gravel, Paved]
Paved Trail 11700 lf (2.2 mi)
Boardwalk 2400 lf (.45 mi)
Nature/Environmental Center
Covered campfire, group program area
Picnic Shelters/picnic area
Handicap access to stream or pond

Download the Master Plan

Final Master Plan map (5.9 MB pdf)

Full Report (43 MB pdf--large file)

Report without Appendices (9 MB pdf)

Calvert Nature Society is dedicated to the protection and preservation of Calvert County’s natural heritage and the creation of an environmentally literate and aware community. We provide opportunities for appreciation and understanding of our natural world through our outreach initiatives and in support of the mission of the Calvert County Natural Resources Division. The Society is a 501(c)3 organization.

Copyright Calvert Nature Society.

Mailing address: PO Box 122, Port Republic, MD 20676. info@calvertparks.org

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Ward Farm Recreation & Nature Park Master Plan

Highlights for the Nature Park

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