The 2025 Patuxent River Conference's theme: Our River, Our Livelihood, is centered in exploring the status, stressors, and use of the many River resources, as well as their protection for future generations. Join us as experts, thought leaders, and passionate individuals converge to share their insights, ideas, and stories. This event promises a dynamic lineup of presenters. Attendees can interact with presenters, exchange ideas, and connect with participants who share a common goal: a healthier Patuxent Watershed.

Additional Details will be posted here and on http://www.paxcon.org

Location: Patuxent Research Refuge (National Wildlife Visitor Center)
Address: 10901 Scarlet Tanager Loop, Laurel, MD 20708
There is limited parking, we encourage carpooling. Please park in the far right of the Visitor Center parking lot.
There is no Wifi or Internet access at the facility. Cell service is limited.

Watch the recordings from the 2020 Pax Con

The Patuxent River, considered “Maryland’s River”, is the longest river entirely in the state of Maryland. Home to over 100 species of fish and a staggering variety of resident and migratory birds, the Patuxent River is a jewel of the Maryland natural world. Archaeological artifacts dating back to 7,200 B.C.E. suggests the River has been an essential lifeline for humans for thousands of years.

The Patuxent River Conference (PAXCON) is the premier forum uniting scientists, environmental educators, natural resource managers, and anyone passionate about the health and future of the Patuxent River. To know and understand the Patuxent River is to take one more step towards its protection.

Join us for a lively and intellectually stimulating day and to network with new and old colleagues!

Consider being a Sponsor of the Conference: With a sponsorship of $100 your organization will receive one complimentary conference registration, your logo on the conference website and materials, as well as being able to share materials with conference attendees.

Registration Fee: (includes lunch) 

• Registration fee: $45
• Student Attendees: $15 
• Committee: $15 
• Poster Presenters $15

Thank you to EQR for their generous sponsorship by EQR to cover the registration fees for Presenters.

Contact Karyn Molines for the registration code for the following Registration Types.

• Presenters: Free

Scholarships are available. Contact Karyn Molines for information

Registration closes on January 30. No walk-ins or late registrations will be accepted.

For agencies that require a W-9 for processing payments: Calvert Nature Society is the Payee: Download the W-9 form for your records.