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  • Candy Canes and Compasses

    • 12/22/2024
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Biscoe Gray Heritage Farm
    • 6
    Register

    For children ages 8 & up. Adults must accompany children under 16.

    Children will learn basic compass skills and use what they have learned to find candy canes hidden in the park.

    Location: Biscoe Gray Heritage Farm

    Advanced Reservations are required - Please register by: December 21

    Program Fee

    Free for Society members
    $8 per family for nonmembers

    Naturalist in charge: Kim Curren

    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.

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  • Teen Birding: Winter Raptor Survey

    • 12/30/2024
    • 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Battle Creek Cypress Swamp, Prince Frederick
    • 0
    • 6 registrants
    Join waitlist

    For Children 12-16 years old. Adults not required.

    As part of our raptor research, staff are conducting surveys of wintering hawks and falcons to better understand their survivability. Join us as we conduct roadside raptor banding surveys throughout Calvert County to collect more data for this study. We will meet at Battle Creek and travel in the county van to various areas.

    For more information on the research project: Winter Raptor Research 


    Naturalist in charge: Gene Groshon

    Location: Battle Creek Cypress Swamp

    Program Fee is per child:

    • Free for Society members
    • Nonmembers pay $8 per person.

    Please register by: Thursday, December 26,2024

    Advanced Reservations are required - Please register each teen separately


    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.



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  • Last Day Hike

    • 12/31/2024
    • 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
    • Biscoe Gray Heritage Farm
    • 17
    • 3 registrants
    Register

    All ages

    Bid 2024 a fond farewell with one last hike, this one at Biscoe Gray Heritage Farm. All ages are welcome as we explore the history and trails of the park. The hike will last about two hours and will involve walking over uneven terrain. Participants under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

    Location: Biscoe Gray Heritage Farm, 2695 Grays Road, Prince Frederick, MD 20678

    Program Fee: Free for Society members; $8 per family for nonmembers

    Naturalist in charge: Amy Werking

    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    read our full policy statement and waiver

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  • First Day Hike at Kings Landing Park

    • 01/01/2025
    • 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    • Kings Landing Park
    • 10
    Register

    All Ages

    Ring in the new year with a guided hike at Kings Landing Park. A naturalist will share information about the park as the group enjoys being outdoors on the first day of 2025.

    Location: Kings Langing Park

    Advanced Reservations are required - Please register by: December 26, 2024


    Program Fee

    Free for Society members
    $8 per family for nonmembers

    Naturalist in charge: Paige Stevens

    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.

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  • First Day Hike at Flag Ponds Nature Park

    • 01/01/2025
    • 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    • Flag Ponds Nature Park
    • 17
    Register

    Suitable for all ages

    Ring in the new year with a guided hike at Flag Ponds Nature Park. A naturalist will share information about the site as the group enjoys being outdoors on the first day of 2025. 

    This hike will be approximately 2 miles over uneven terrain and is not stroller-friendly.

    Location: Flag Ponds Nature Park

    Program Fee

    Free for Society members
    $8 per family for nonmembers

    Naturalist in charge: Kim Curren

    COVID Policies and Procedures 

    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.

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  • Recycled Bird Feeders (Session A)

    • 01/08/2025
    • 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
    • Flag Ponds Nature Park
    • 2
    Register

    For Ages 3 to 5 years
    Adult participation is required

    Winter is a great time to help feed the birds. We will make bird feeders for you to take home and learn about what birds may visit your feeder and what they like to eat.

    Location: Flag Ponds Nature Park

    Naturalist in charge: Gene Groshon

    Reservations are required.

    Registration Deadline: Monday, January 6, 2025

    Program Fee:
    Free for members
    $8 per family for nonmembers


    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.


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  • Recycled Bird Feeders (Session B)

    • 01/08/2025
    • 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Flag Ponds Nature Park
    • 1
    Register

    For Ages 3 to 5 years
    Adult participation is required

    Winter is a great time to help feed the birds. We will make bird feeders for you to take home and learn about what birds may visit your feeder and what they like to eat.

    Location: Flag Ponds Nature Park

    Naturalist in charge: Gene Groshon

    Reservations are required.

    Registration Deadline: Monday, January 6, 2025

    Program Fee:
    Free for members
    $8 per family for nonmembers


    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.


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  • Homeschool Friday - Botany Series - AM session

    • 01/10/2025
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Flag Ponds Nature Park
    • 0
    • 10 registrants
    Join waitlist

    Ages 4-12, with adult

    This homeschool series will be a study of the plants around us with each month focusing on something different. January’s class will focus on those easy to overlook plants like mosses and lichens as well as some basic plant classification.


    Location: Flag Ponds Nature Park

    Advanced registration required.

    Program Fee  

    Free for Society members
    $8 per family for nonmembers

    Program fees are per family. Please register all your children on one entry. 

    Naturalist in charge: Tania Gale

    Homeschool Fridays is a series of environmental education programs developed especially for homeschoolers ages 4 to 12. These classes are a great way to get hands-on science and nature lessons and network with other homeschooling families. Each two-hour program will consist of indoor and outdoor hands-on learning

    There is no charge for parents since they are expected to participate as mentors and teachers. Staff will provide guidance for parents on how to assist.

    Siblings younger than 4 are welcome, but must be under the care of a parent/guardian at all times and should not distract the program participants.

    Older and younger students will be grouped by age to allow for age-appropriate topic exploration (parents will stay with the younger group).


    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.

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  • Homeschool Friday - Botany Series - PM session

    • 01/10/2025
    • 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
    • Flag Ponds Nature Park
    • 0
    • 10 registrants
    Join waitlist

    Ages 4-12, with adult

    This homeschool series will be a study of the plants around us  with each month focusing on something different. January’s class will focus on those easy to overlook plants like mosses and lichens as well as some basic plant classification.

    Location: Flag Ponds Nature Park

    Advanced registration required.

    Program Fee  

    Free for Society members
    $8 per family for nonmembers

    Program fees are per family. Please register all your children on one entry. 

    Naturalist in charge: Tania Gale

    Homeschool Fridays is a series of environmental education programs developed especially for homeschoolers ages 4 to 12. These classes are a great way to get hands-on science and nature lessons and network with other homeschooling families. Each two-hour program will consist of indoor and outdoor hands-on learning

    There is no charge for parents since they are expected to participate as mentors and teachers. Staff will provide guidance for parents on how to assist.

    Siblings younger than 4 are welcome, but must be under the care of a parent/guardian at all times and should not distract the program participants.

    Older and younger students will be grouped by age to allow for age-appropriate topic exploration (parents will stay with the younger group).


    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.

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  • New date - Creative Campfire Cooking

    • 01/11/2025
    • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • Kings Landing Park
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    This is the new date for this program


    For ages 8 and up, with adult participation

    Most everyone knows how to make s’mores over a fire, but campfire cooking can be so much more. Explore tasty treats beyond s'mores as you whip up delicious snacks and meals over an open flame. Dress for the weather - and bring your appetite for this culinary adventure.

    No children under 8 years old allowed for safety.

    Location: Kings Landing Park  Meet at Pavillion 1, park by the barn

    Fee is per family. Free for members
    $8  for nonmembers

    Naturalist in Charge: Tania Gale 



    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.


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  • Amazing Evergreens

    • 01/12/2025
    • 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    • Flag Ponds Nature Park
    • 6
    Register

    For children ages 5 years & up, Adults are required to attend.

    Most of the trees in the woods have lost their leaves – but not the evergreens! We will use our senses to explore our local evergreens. How do they feel? How do they smell? We will also look to see how different animals use these trees in the winter. Be sure to dress appropriately for this entirely outdoor adventure!

    Location: Flag Ponds Nature Park

    Naturalist in Charge: Kim Curren

    Program Fee:  Free for Society members
    $8 per family for nonmembers

    Advanced Reservations are required. Please register by January 8


    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant is ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns. 

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.

     
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  • Teen Homeschool Botany Series

    • 01/15/2025
    • 03/12/2025
    • 3 sessions
    • Flag Ponds Nature Park
    • 1
    Register

    For students ages 12-16 years old. No parent needed.

    In this 3-part series teens will discover the incredible diversity of the plant kingdom. We will explore different plant species, their unique adaptations, and how they survive in various environments, from the beach to the forest.

    We expect teens to attend all 3 sessions.

    Location: Flag Ponds Nature Park

    Program Fee per teen

    Members: $10

    Nonmembers: $20 

    Naturalist in Charge: Tania Gale

    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.

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  • Teen Birding: Winter Raptor Survey

    • 01/20/2025
    • 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Battle Creek Cypress Swamp, Prince Frederick
    • 1
    • 5 registrants
    Register

    For Children 12-16 years old. Adults not required.

    As part of our raptor research, staff are conducting surveys of wintering hawks and falcons to better understand their survivability. Join us as we conduct roadside raptor banding surveys throughout Calvert County to collect more data for this study. We will meet at Battle Creek and travel in the county van to various areas.

    *When signing up multiple children under the same account please use the Add Guest option to register the additional child*

    For more information on the research project: Winter Raptor Research 


    Naturalist in charge: Gene Groshon

    Location: Battle Creek Cypress Swamp

    Program Fee is per child:

    • Free for Society members
    • Nonmembers pay $8 per person.

    Please register by: Thursday, January, 16 2025

    Advanced Reservations are required - Please register each teen separately


    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.



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  • Sugar Bush Trail Installation at Kings Landing Park

    • 01/20/2025
    • 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • Kings Landing Park
    • 8
    • Be the first
    Register

    Join park staff and volunteers on this National Day of Service to help us install the seasonal Sugar Bush Trail, an interpretive trail that teaches visitors about the history and process of maple syrup making. Volunteers will assist with cleaning equipment, clearing and marking the trail, installing temporary signs, and placing maple taps. This event is outdoors  and will involve physical lifting, walking up to 1 mile or more and standing on steep and uneven terrain and possible cold or damp weather. Volunteers should come prepared to be outside for the entire duration of the event. This volunteer opportunity is appropriate for youth ages 12 and up, adults. Youth under age 18 must have adult supervision. 

    For more information contact Jessy Oberright, Volunteer Coordinator at jessy.oberright@calvertcountymd.gov

    Calvert Stewards volunteers may register for this opportunity at https://calvertstewards.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=1026939

    Location: Kings Landing Park

    Program Fee: No charge

    Staff in charge: Jessy Oberright, Volunteer Coordinator

    COVID Policies and Procedures 

    The Calvert Nature Society has developed policies and procedures for public program operations based on state and CDC guidelines.

    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Prior to participation in any Society sponsored program, we will ask each individual, if under 18 a parent, to agree to the participant waiver. The waiver agreement needs to be completed for each in-person program.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.

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  • Winter Adventurers Overnight

    • 01/25/2025
    • 9:00 AM
    • 01/26/2025
    • 9:00 AM
    • Flag Ponds Nature Park
    • 4
    • 6 registrants
    Register

    Welcome to Camp letter and packing list is available here in mid-December

    For children in grades 3-5

    Winter is a great time for outdoor adventures! Starting the day at 9 a.m. we will explore the woods and the beach playing games, building forts, and following our sense of adventure. After sunset, we will head out into the quiet winter woods for a night walk, followed by a campfire and s'mores. Don't worry about getting too cold - this camp will include indoor, as well as, outdoor activities and plenty of hot chocolate. Parents will pick children up the next morning at 9 a.m. after we serve a hearty breakfast.

    Dinner, breakfast, and snacks included.

    Location: Flag Ponds Nature Park

    Naturalist in charge: Tania Gale

    Advanced registration required. Please register by January 3, 2025

    Program fee per child

    $50 for Society members
    $80 for nonmembers

    We will be sleeping indoors with a cozy fire in the fireplace with the campers in tents - 2 campers per tent.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.

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  • Winter Greens

    • 01/25/2025
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Gatewood Preserve, Prince Frederick
    • 20
    Register
    Ages 16 years through adult

    Learn to identify some of our evergreen plants. We’ll explore the forests in search of the ferns, herbaceous plants, and trees that are green in the winter. 

    Wear warm clothes for standing around outside (we won't be moving very fast). Bring a snack or lunch if you think you'll get hungry.

    Optional but useful to bring 10x hand lens, binoculars, field guides.

    Co-sponsored by the Maryland Native Plant Society and Wild Ones Chesapeake Chapter

    Location: Gatewood Preserve (directions to be provided to those who register)

    Naturalist in charge: Karyn Molines

    This is a free program.

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  • The Nose Knows

    • 01/29/2025
    • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Kings Landing Park
    • 1
    Register

    3-5 years old, Adults are required

    This interactive class will delve into the wonders of animal noses. Children will learn how different animals use their noses to smell, find food, and navigate their environment through games, experiments, and crafts.

     Location: Flag Ponds Nature Park

    Advanced Reservations are required - Please register by 1/24

    Fee is per family

    Program Fee

    Free for Society members
    $8 per family for nonmembers

    Naturalist in charge: Tania Gale

    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.


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  • Teen Birding: Winter Raptor Survey

    • 01/31/2025
    • 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Battle Creek Cypress Swamp, Prince Frederick
    • 0
    • 6 registrants
    Join waitlist

    For Children 12-16 years old. Adults not required.

    As part of our raptor research, staff are conducting surveys of wintering hawks and falcons to better understand their survivability. Join us as we conduct roadside raptor banding surveys throughout Calvert County to collect more data for this study. We will meet at Battle Creek and travel in the county van to various areas.

    *When signing up multiple children under the same account please use the Add Guest option to register the additional child*

    For more information on the research project: Winter Raptor Research 


    Naturalist in charge: Gene Groshon

    Location: Battle Creek Cypress Swamp

    Program Fee is per child:

    • Free for Society members
    • Nonmembers pay $8 per person.

    Please register by: Monday, January, 27 2025

    Advanced Reservations are required - Please register each teen separately


    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.



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  • Winter Tree Identification

    • 02/01/2025
    • 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    • Kings Landing Park
    • 2 registrants
    Register

    For adults, although teens 16 years and older may attend.

    All trees do not look alike in winter! We'll learn the basics of plant identification using winter keys and field guides, then take a hike to use our knowledge (so make sure you bring outdoor weather clothes). This program is designed for those with little or no experience and will focus on twigs, buds, and bark. Geared for adults, but teens 16 or older may attend.

    Co-sponsored by the Maryland Native Plant Society  and Wild Ones Chesapeake Chapter

    Optional: field guides, hand lens

    Bring: Hand lens, binoculars, camera

    Wear comfortable walking shoes & dress for the weather.

    Rain or shine.

    Location: Kings Landing Park

    Fee: $5 per person

    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.

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  • Amazing "Herps" Pizza Party

    • 02/01/2025
    • 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    • Flag Ponds Nature Park
    • 9
    Register

    For all ages

    Enjoy an evening filled with fascinating herps and delicious pizza!

    Start the evening with a pizza dinner then learn about the unique behaviors, habitats, and vital roles of reptiles and amphibians (a.k.a. "herps") in our ecosystems. Learn about the importance of protecting herp habitats and how you can help.

    A large cheese pizza, drinks and chips for a each family are included in registration fee. You will have the option of ordering a second large pizza during registration. 

    Location: Flag Ponds Nature Park

    Advanced Reservations are required - Please register by:  1/24/25

    Program Fee Per Family:  $30 for members, $45 for nonmembers

    Naturalist in charge: Tania Gale

    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.

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  • Patuxent River Conference: Our River, Our Livelihood

    • 02/06/2025
    • 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
    • Patuxent Research Refuge (National Wildlife Visitor Center)
    • 31 registrants
    Register
    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.

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  • Teen Birding: Winter Raptor Survey

    • 02/11/2025
    • 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Battle Creek Cypress Swamp, Prince Frederick
    • 6
    • Be the first
    Register

    For Children 12-16 years old. Adults not required.

    As part of our raptor research, staff are conducting surveys of wintering hawks and falcons to better understand their survivability. Join us as we conduct roadside raptor banding surveys throughout Calvert County to collect more data for this study. We will meet at Battle Creek and travel in the county van to various areas.

    *When signing up multiple children under the same account please use the Add Guest option to register the additional child*

    For more information on the research project: Winter Raptor Research 


    Naturalist in charge: Gene Groshon

    Location: Battle Creek Cypress Swamp

    Program Fee is per child:

    • Free for Society members
    • Nonmembers pay $8 per person.

    Please register by: Friday, February 7, 2025

    Advanced Reservations are required - Please register each teen separately


    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.



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  • Animal Valentines

    • 02/14/2025
    • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Kings Landing Park
    • 7
    Register

    Ages 3-5

    How do animals show love? This Valentines Day learn about animals, their loved ones and leave with a handmade Valentine's Day card.

    Location: Kings Landing Park

    Advanced Reservations are required - Please register by: February 6, 2025

    Program Fee:

    Free for Society members
    $8 per family for nonmembers

    Naturalist in charge: Paige Stevens

    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.

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  • Homeschool Friday - Botany Series - AM session

    • 02/14/2025
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Flag Ponds Nature Park
    • 0
    • 10 registrants
    Join waitlist

    Ages 4-12, with adult

    This homeschool series will be a study of the plants around us with each month focusing on something different.

    February’s class will focus on the evergreens – those plants that keep their leaves through the winter and their importance to the local animal community during this challenging time of year.

    Location: Flag Ponds Nature Park

    Advanced registration required.

    Program Fee  

    Free for Society members
    $8 per family for nonmembers

    Program fees are per family. Please register all your children on one entry. 

    Naturalist in charge: Tania Gale

    Homeschool Fridays is a series of environmental education programs developed especially for homeschoolers ages 4 to 12. These classes are a great way to get hands-on science and nature lessons and network with other homeschooling families. Each two-hour program will consist of indoor and outdoor hands-on learning

    There is no charge for parents since they are expected to participate as mentors and teachers. Staff will provide guidance for parents on how to assist.

    Siblings younger than 4 are welcome, but must be under the care of a parent/guardian at all times and should not distract the program participants.

    Older and younger students will be grouped by age to allow for age-appropriate topic exploration (parents will stay with the younger group).


    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.

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  • Homeschool Friday - Botany Series - PM session

    • 02/14/2025
    • 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
    • Flag Ponds Nature Park
    • 0
    • 10 registrants
    Join waitlist

    Ages 4-12, with adult

    This homeschool series will be a study of the plants around us with each month focusing on something different.

    February’s class will focus on the evergreens – those plants that keep their leaves through the winter and their importance to the local animal community during this challenging time of year.

    Location: Flag Ponds Nature Park

    Advanced registration required.

    Program Fee  

    Free for Society members
    $8 per family for nonmembers

    Program fees are per family. Please register all your children on one entry. 

    Naturalist in charge: Tania Gale

    Homeschool Fridays is a series of environmental education programs developed especially for homeschoolers ages 4 to 12. These classes are a great way to get hands-on science and nature lessons and network with other homeschooling families. Each two-hour program will consist of indoor and outdoor hands-on learning

    There is no charge for parents since they are expected to participate as mentors and teachers. Staff will provide guidance for parents on how to assist.

    Siblings younger than 4 are welcome, but must be under the care of a parent/guardian at all times and should not distract the program participants.

    Older and younger students will be grouped by age to allow for age-appropriate topic exploration (parents will stay with the younger group).


    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.

    Show details

  • Owl Pellet Dissection

    • 02/16/2025
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Flag Ponds Nature Park
    • 9
    Register

    For adults and families with children ages 8 & up. Adults are required to attend with children under the age of 16.

    You can learn a lot about an animal by what it eats. Join us as we dissect and identify the contents of Barn Owl pellets. We will learn about owl pellets and the many things they can teach us, and we will identify the different prey items the owls ate.

    Location: Flag Ponds Nature Park

    Naturalist in charge: Kim Curren

    Advanced Reservations are required - Please register by: October 18

    Program Fee: Free for members, $8 per family for nonmembers

    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.

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  • Teen Birding: Winter Raptor Survey

    • 02/17/2025
    • 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Battle Creek Cypress Swamp, Prince Frederick
    • 6
    • Be the first
    Register

    For Children 12-16 years old. Adults not required.

    As part of our raptor research, staff are conducting surveys of wintering hawks and falcons to better understand their survivability. Join us as we conduct roadside raptor banding surveys throughout Calvert County to collect more data for this study. We will meet at Battle Creek and travel in the county van to various areas.

    *When signing up multiple children under the same account please use the Add Guest option to register the additional child*

    For more information on the research project: Winter Raptor Research 


    Naturalist in charge: Gene Groshon

    Location: Battle Creek Cypress Swamp

    Program Fee is per child:

    • Free for Society members
    • Nonmembers pay $8 per person.

    Please register by: Thursday, February 13, 2025

    Advanced Reservations are required - Please register each teen separately


    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.



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  • Toddler Hike

    • 02/20/2025
    • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Kings Landing Park
    • 10
    Register

    For ages 18 months - 3 years

    Hiking with toddlers is always an adventure! Join us as we flip over rocks, pick up sticks, and hike through the woods at a toddler's pace.

    Location: Kings Landing Park

    Advanced Reservations are required - Please register by: February 7, 2025.

    Program Fee

    Free for Society members
    $8 per family for nonmembers

    Naturalist in charge: Amy Werking

    COVID Policies and Procedures 

    The Calvert Nature Society has developed policies and procedures for public program operations based on state and CDC guidelines.

    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Prior to participation in any Society sponsored program, we will ask each individual, if under 18 a parent, to agree to the participant waiver. The waiver agreement needs to be completed for each in-person program.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.

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  • Nature's Trivia Family Challenge

    • 02/22/2025
    • 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
    • Flag Ponds Nature Park
    • 30
    Register

    For ages 12 and up

    Think you are a nature expert? Gather with your family and friends and come test your skills at Nature Trivia while helping benefit your local nature programs.

    There is a prize for the team finishing in first as well as door prizes.

    When you register you can opt to purchase dinner including pizza, drink and snacks for the evening.  You are welcome to bring your own dinner and snacks too!

    Check-in will start at 4:30 p.m. and  Pizza dinner and Trivia will start promptly at 5:00 p.m.

    Location: Flag Ponds Nature Park

    Advanced registration required. Please register by February 13, 2023

    Program Fee: $20 per team (Fee must be paid to be considered registered).

    The registration fee supports all of our education programs.

    Don't know who will be on your team? Not a problem. Register anyway, and we can add team members later.

    Max team size: 6

    Naturalist in charge: Gene Groshon 

    Rules

    • Must be 12 years or older. 
    • Team must have a team name.
    • Up to 6 people (physically present) per team. Minimum team size is one person.
    • Every person at the team table will be counted as part of your maximum team size.
    • No cell/smartphone or other outside information source. We will have a cell phone parking lot in the room. You may not use your cell phone during a round until your team’s answers are turned in to the judge.
    • There is no partial credit for an answer.
    • The quiz master will be the final arbiter of correct answers and scoring. 
    • Any rule not listed here may be made up on the spot by the quiz master, Gene Groshon.
    • Current employees of Calvert County Natural Resources, members of the Calvert Nature Society Board of Directors, or their families, may not be a team member.

    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.


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  • The Eyes Have It

    • 02/26/2025
    • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Kings Landing Park
    • 7
    Register

    3-5 years old, Adults are required

    Discover the fascinating world of animal eyes. Explore how different animals see, their unique eye shapes, and colors in this fun, interactive preschool class.

     Location: Kings Landing Park

    Advanced Reservations are required - Please register by

    Fee is per family

    Program Fee

    Free for Society members
    $8 per family for nonmembers

    Naturalist in charge: Tania Gale

    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.


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  • Woodsy Family Walk

    • 03/01/2025
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Ward Farm Recreation and Nature Park
    • 6
    Registration is closed

    Ages 6 and up with adults

    Grab your family and come on down for our woodsy family walk. Explore nature trails, learn about local plants and wildlife, and enjoy quality family time in the great outdoors.

    This will be a moderately strenuous hike on uneven surfaces. Not suitable for strollers and children younger than 6.

    Location: Ward Farm Recreation and Nature Park 

    Program Fee  

    Free for Society members
    $8 per family for nonmembers

    Program fees are per family. Please register all your children on one entry.

    Naturalist in charge: Tania Gale



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  • Homeschool Friday - Botany Series - AM session

    • 03/07/2025
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Flag Ponds Nature Park
    • 10
    Registration is closed

    Ages 4-12, with adult

    This homeschool series will be a study of the plants around us with each month focusing on something different. March’s class will focus on the giants of the plant world - trees! Discover tree anatomy, their ecological importance, and how they grow.

    Location: Flag Ponds Nature Park

    Advanced registration required.

    Program Fee  

    Free for Society members
    $8 per family for nonmembers

    Program fees are per family. Please register all your children on one entry. 

    Naturalist in charge: Tania Gale

    Homeschool Fridays is a series of environmental education programs developed especially for homeschoolers ages 4 to 12. These classes are a great way to get hands-on science and nature lessons and network with other homeschooling families. Each two-hour program will consist of indoor and outdoor hands-on learning

    There is no charge for parents since they are expected to participate as mentors and teachers. Staff will provide guidance for parents on how to assist.

    Siblings younger than 4 are welcome, but must be under the care of a parent/guardian at all times and should not distract the program participants.


    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.

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  • Homeschool Friday - Botany Series - PM session

    • 03/07/2025
    • 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
    • Flag Ponds Nature Park
    • 10
    Registration is closed

    Ages 4-12, with adult

    This homeschool series will be a study of the plants around us with each month focusing on something different. March’s class will focus on the giants of the plant world - trees! Discover tree anatomy, their ecological importance, and how they grow.

    Location: Flag Ponds Nature Park

    Advanced registration required.

    Program Fee  

    Free for Society members
    $8 per family for nonmembers

    Program fees are per family. Please register all your children on one entry. 

    Naturalist in charge: Tania Gale

    Homeschool Fridays is a series of environmental education programs developed especially for homeschoolers ages 4 to 12. These classes are a great way to get hands-on science and nature lessons and network with other homeschooling families. Each two-hour program will consist of indoor and outdoor hands-on learning

    There is no charge for parents since they are expected to participate as mentors and teachers. Staff will provide guidance for parents on how to assist.

    Siblings younger than 4 are welcome, but must be under the care of a parent/guardian at all times and should not distract the program participants.



    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.

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  • Going Green for St. Patrick's Day! (session A)

    • 03/14/2025
    • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Flag Ponds Nature Park
    • 10
    Registration is closed

    For children ages 3-5, Adult participation is required.

    Did you know that green is the easiest color for our eyes to see? Get ready for St. Patrick's Day by learning all about why green is so common in nature, and take a short hike to see all the green that nature has to offer us this time of year!

    Location: Flag Ponds Nature Park

    Naturalist in Charge: Kim Curren

    Program Fee per family:

    Free for Society members

    $8 per family for nonmembers

    Reservations are required


    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.


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  • Going Green for St. Patrick's Day! (session B)

    • 03/14/2025
    • 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • Flag Ponds Nature Park
    • 10
    Registration is closed

    For children ages 3-5, Adult participation is required.

    Did you know that green is the easiest color for our eyes to see? Get ready for St. Patrick's Day by learning all about why green is so common in nature, and take a short hike to see all the green that nature has to offer us this time of year!

    Location: Flag Ponds Nature Park

    Naturalist in Charge: Kim Curren

    Program Fee per family:

    Free for Society members

    $8 per family for nonmembers

    Reservations are required



    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.

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  • Spotted Salamander Celebration

    • 03/16/2025
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Flag Ponds Nature Park
    • 10
    Registration is closed

    For all ages. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

    Every spring, Spotted Salamanders can be found making their way toward fresh water to mate and lay their eggs. In this program we will learn about and search for these incredible amphibians. Please note that this program includes a one mile hike on uneven terrain and is not stroller-friendly.

    Location: Flag Ponds Nature Park

    Advanced Reservations are required - Please register by: March 15


    Program Fee

    Free for Society members
    $8 per family for nonmembers

    Naturalist in charge: Kim Curren

    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.

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  • Spring has Sprung

    • 03/21/2025
    • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Kings Landing Park
    • 10
    Registration is closed

    Ages 3-5 

    Celebrate the first day of spring by learning what changes will come as the weather gets warmer. Explore the park to find clues of spring and complete a spring inspired craft.

    Location: Kings Landing Park

    Naturalist in charge: Paige Stevens

    Advanced Reservations are required - Please register by: March 15, 2024

    Program Fee

    Free for Society members
    $8 per family for nonmembers

    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.

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  • Spring Kickoff- Sock Burning!

    • 03/22/2025
    • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Flag Ponds Nature Park
    • 20
    Registration is closed

    Appropriate for all ages

    There is no better way to welcome the Spring than to get rid of your old winter socks and take a barefoot walk on the beach. Join us for this quirky Maryland tradition where we will gather around the campfire to celebrate the coming Spring by burning our socks.

    Location: Flag Ponds Nature Park

    Program Fee

    Free for Society members
    $8 per family for nonmembers

    Naturalist in charge: Kim Curren

    COVID Policies and Procedures 

    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.

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  • All the Better to H(ear) You With

    • 03/26/2025
    • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Kings Landing Park
    • 8
    Registration is closed

    3-5 years old, Adults are required

    Tune in to explore world of animal ears. Children will play games and do experiments to help them discover how various animals use their ears to hear, communicate, and navigate.

     Location: Kings Landing Park

    Advanced Reservations are required - Please register by

    Fee is per family

    Program Fee

    Free for Society members
    $8 per family for nonmembers

    Naturalist in charge: Tania Gale

    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.


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  • Eagle Hike

    • 03/29/2025
    • 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
    • Flag Ponds Nature Park, Lusby
    • 10
    Registration is closed

    This program is for adults as well as children 10 years and older (adult required for those under 18)

    Flag Ponds Nature Park is one of the best areas in Calvert to view nesting Bald Eagles. We will hike to a viewing point from one of our trails to get an up close view of the nestlings through our spotting scope. Along the way we will discuss these amazing birds.

    We will be hiking about 2-3 miles so be sure to wear sturdy hiking shoes and dress for the weather.

    Location: Flag Ponds Nature Park

    Advanced Reservations are required - Please register by: Wednesday March 26

    Program Fee

    Free for Society members
    $8 per person for nonmembers

    Naturalist in charge: Gene Groshon

    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.

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  • Homeschool Friday - Botany Series - AM session

    • 04/04/2025
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Flag Ponds Nature Park
    • 10
    Registration is closed

    Ages 4-12, with adult

    This homeschool series will be a study of the plants around us with each month focusing on something different. This month is a continuation of our winter/spring “botany” theme.  April’s class will focus on the plants of early spring – the “spring ephemerals” including wildflowers and ferns.

    Location: Flag Ponds Nature Park

    Advanced registration required.

    Program Fee  

    Free for Society members
    $8 per family for nonmembers

    Program fees are per family. Please register all your children on one entry. 

    Naturalist in charge: Tania Gale

    Homeschool Fridays is a series of environmental education programs developed especially for homeschoolers ages 4 to 12. These classes are a great way to get hands-on science and nature lessons and network with other homeschooling families. Each two-hour program will consist of indoor and outdoor hands-on learning

    There is no charge for parents since they are expected to participate as mentors and teachers. Staff will provide guidance for parents on how to assist.

    Siblings younger than 4 are welcome, but must be under the care of a parent/guardian at all times and should not distract the program participants.



    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.

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  • Homeschool Friday - Botany Series - PM session

    • 04/04/2025
    • 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
    • Flag Ponds Nature Park
    • 10
    Registration is closed

    Ages 4-12, with adult

    This homeschool series will be a study of the plants around us with each month focusing on something different. This month is a continuation of our winter/spring “botany” theme.  April’s class will focus on the plants of early spring – the “spring ephemerals” including wildflowers and ferns.

    Location: Flag Ponds Nature Park

    Advanced registration required.

    Program Fee  

    Free for Society members
    $8 per family for nonmembers

    Program fees are per family. Please register all your children on one entry. 

    Naturalist in charge: Tania Gale

    Homeschool Fridays is a series of environmental education programs developed especially for homeschoolers ages 4 to 12. These classes are a great way to get hands-on science and nature lessons and network with other homeschooling families. Each two-hour program will consist of indoor and outdoor hands-on learning

    There is no charge for parents since they are expected to participate as mentors and teachers. Staff will provide guidance for parents on how to assist.

    Siblings younger than 4 are welcome, but must be under the care of a parent/guardian at all times and should not distract the program participants.



    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.

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  • Friday Night Frogs

    • 04/11/2025
    • 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    • Flag Ponds Nature Park
    • 10
    Registration is closed

    For adults and children ages 8 & up. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

    Take a night hike through the swamps and around the ponds of Flag Ponds to look and listen for frogs and other nighttime animals. We will learn some frog calls before we set out to see who we can hear and possibly see along the trail. The hike is approximately 1.5 to 2 miles over uneven terrain.

    Location: Flag Ponds Nature Park

    Advanced Reservations are required - Please register by: April 10

    Program Fee

    Free for Society members
    $8 per family for nonmembers

    Naturalist in charge: Kim Curren

    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.

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  • Mud Monsters Spring Adventure

    • 04/14/2025
    • 04/15/2025
    • 2 sessions
    • Flag Ponds Nature Park
    • 10
    Registration is closed

    For Children in Grades 3-5

    Please register each child separately. 

    Feel like you've been stuck inside all winter? Get outdoors and enjoy the spring!  Each day will be full of adventures -- we will wade into the swamp, use nets to look for amphibians, and, of course, play in the mud.

    Welcome letter and packing list will be posted here in mid- March and emailed to participants.

    Available as a 2-day session only. 

    Registration deadline: April 4

    Location: Flag Ponds Nature Park

    Naturalist in charge: Tania Gale

    Fee per child:
    Society members pay : $45
    Nonmembers pay : $75


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  • Migratory Bird Hike

    • 04/15/2025
    • 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Battle Creek Cypress Swamp, Prince Frederick
    • 10
    Registration is closed

    For all ages

    Every spring many species of birds will be migrating to their breeding grounds and pass through our parks. We will go on a hike to see what warbler species are stopping by along their journey. Birders of all ages and experience are welcome!

    Location: Battle Creek Cypress Swamp

    Walk ins allowed but registration preferred by 4/14/2025


    Program Fee

    Free for Society members
    $8 per family for nonmembers

    Naturalist in charge: Gene Groshon

    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.


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  • Amphibian Adventures Overnight

    • 04/17/2025
    • 12:30 PM
    • 04/18/2025
    • 9:00 AM
    • Flag Ponds Nature Park
    • 10
    Registration is closed

    For children in grades 6-8

    Please register each child separately.

    Wrap up spring break with an epic overnight nature adventure. Grab your friends and explore the woods and swamps in search of all kinds of critters, including at night. For thrill-seekers who don’t mind a bit of mud, this is your chance to uncover nature's spring-time secrets.

    With a mix of indoor and outdoor activities, we’ve got an unforgettable adventure lined up – including a night-time swamp wade in to look for spring peepers and salamanders. Campfire dinner, Thursday snack, s'mores, and breakfast are included. We will be sleeping indoors.

    Naturalist in charge: Tania Gale

    Location: Flag Ponds Nature Park

    Program Fee is per teen: $25 for members; $55 for nonmembers

    Reservations are required.

    Registration deadline: April 4

    Welcome Letter and packing list can be found here in mid-March.


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  • iNaturalist Workshop: Exploring your Backyard and Beyond with iNaturalist and the City Nature Challenge

    • 04/18/2025
    • 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • Kings Landing Park
    • Be the first
    Register

    Adults; Teens are welcome with adult participation

    Exploring your Backyard and Beyond with iNaturalist and the City Nature Challenge

    Location: Kings Landing Park

    Free Program

    In this workshop, you'll learn how to use iNaturalist to photograph and map your observations in a few easy steps. You'll learn about the City Nature Challenge and other projects that can use your observation, how to verify other observations, and other basic features of the iNaturalist app.

    We'll go over the basic functions found in the app, then head out to make observations. We'll spend time identifying the things we find--and maybe even identify other iNat users' observations.

    Whether you're a current iNaturalist user or brand new to the technology, join us for this fun learning opportunity.

    When you respond, include your iNaturalist handle, if you have one.

    Tutorials: https://www.inaturalist.org/pages/video+tutorials

    To prepare for the training, please bring a fully charged smart phone with the iNaturalist app installed. Don't forget to sign up for an account (remember your password!)

    To download the app:

    • Android
    • https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.inaturalist.android
    • Apple
    • https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/inaturalist/id421397028?mt=8

    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.

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  • Night Hike

    • 04/18/2025
    • 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    • Kings Landing Park
    • 5
    Registration is closed

    All Ages. Children must be accompanied by adult.

    This family-friendly guided hike will take you through the park's trails as we explore the wonders of nature at night. Discover the sights, sounds, and secrets of nocturnal wildlife, and enjoy a memorable experience with your loved ones.

    The hike will be approximately 1 mile, Trails may have exposed tree roots and be slippery, so strollers not recommended.

    Location: Kings Landing Park

    Advanced Reservations are required - Please register by: April 12, 2024

    Program Fee

    Free for Society members
    $8 per family for nonmembers

    Naturalist in charge: Paige Stevens

    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.

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  • Migratory Bird Hike

    • 04/22/2025
    • 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Battle Creek Cypress Swamp, Prince Frederick
    • 10
    Registration is closed

    For all ages

    Every spring many species of birds will be migrating to their breeding grounds and pass through our parks. We will go on a hike to see what warbler species are stopping by along their journey. Birders of all ages and experience are welcome!

    Location: Battle Creek Cypress Swamp

    Walk ins allowed but registration preferred by 4/21/2025


    Program Fee

    Free for Society members
    $8 per family for nonmembers

    Naturalist in charge: Gene Groshon

    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.

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  • Teen Homeschool Kayak Series

    • 04/22/2025
    • 06/03/2025
    • 3 sessions
    • Kings Landing Park
    • 6
    Registration is closed

    For students ages 12-16 years old

    Our spring Teen Homeschool classes will be a 3-part series on kayaking and the ecology of the Patuxent River and its tributaries. Each month we will go out in kayaks to explore the river and the areas around it. We will use nets, water quality equipment, and our senses to learn more about the river and the plants and animals that call it home.

    We expect the teen to attend all three sessions.

    No parent needed, participants must be AT LEAST 12 years old

    During registration, you will be asked to agree to our kayak waiver. https://www.calvertparks.org/waiver.html/

    Location: Kings Landing Park

    Naturalist in charge: Tania Gale

    Program Fee are per teen: Please register each teen separately.

    $30 for Society members
    $45 for nonmembers

    No refunds for missed session, unless canceled by CNS or CCNRD

    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.


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  • Earth Day Nature Play

    • 04/23/2025
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Battle Creek Cypress Swamp
    • 10
    Registration is closed

    For children ages 3-5 with adult.

    Celebrate Earth Day with some outdoor nature play. Drop in any time between 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. to discover how you can take better care of our beautiful planet. Program will include a craft and several hands-on learning activities.

    Location: Battle Creek Cypress Swamp

    Advanced Reservations are required - Please register by: April 22

    Program Fee

    Free for Society members
    $8 per family for nonmembers

    Naturalist in charge: Kim Curren

    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.

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  • Migratory Bird Hike

    • 04/29/2025
    • 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Battle Creek Cypress Swamp, Prince Frederick
    • 10
    Registration is closed

    For all ages

    Every spring many species of birds will be migrating to their breeding grounds and pass through our parks. We will go on a hike to see what warbler species are stopping by along their journey.  Birders of all ages and experience are welcome!

    Location: Battle Creek Cypress Swamp

    Walk ins allowed but registration preferred by 4/28/2025


    Program Fee

    Free for Society members
    $8 per family for nonmembers

    Naturalist in charge: Gene Groshon

    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.


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  • Homeschool Friday - Botany Series - AM session

    • 05/02/2025
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Flag Ponds Nature Park
    • 10
    Registration is closed

    Ages 4-12, with adult

    This homeschool series will be a study of the plants around us - with each month focusing on something different. May’s class will focus on wetland plants as well as some basic plant classification.

    Location: Flag Ponds Nature Park

    Advanced registration required.

    Program Fee  

    Free for Society members
    $8 per family for nonmembers

    Program fees are per family. Please register all your children on one entry. 

    Naturalist in charge: Tania Gale

    Homeschool Fridays is a series of environmental education programs developed especially for homeschoolers ages 4 to 12. These classes are a great way to get hands-on science and nature lessons and network with other homeschooling families. Each two-hour program will consist of indoor and outdoor hands-on learning

    There is no charge for parents since they are expected to participate as mentors and teachers. Staff will provide guidance for parents on how to assist.

    Siblings younger than 4 are welcome, but must be under the care of a parent/guardian at all times and should not distract the program participants.


    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.

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  • Homeschool Friday - Botany Series - PM session

    • 05/02/2025
    • 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
    • Flag Ponds Nature Park
    • 10
    Registration is closed

    Ages 4-12, with adult

    This homeschool series will be a study of the plants around us - with each month focusing on something different. May’s class will focus on wetland plants as well as some basic plant classification.

    Location: Flag Ponds Nature Park

    Advanced registration required.

    Program Fee  

    Free for Society members
    $8 per family for nonmembers

    Program fees are per family. Please register all your children on one entry. 

    Naturalist in charge: Tania Gale

    Homeschool Fridays is a series of environmental education programs developed especially for homeschoolers ages 4 to 12. These classes are a great way to get hands-on science and nature lessons and network with other homeschooling families. Each two-hour program will consist of indoor and outdoor hands-on learning

    There is no charge for parents since they are expected to participate as mentors and teachers. Staff will provide guidance for parents on how to assist.

    Siblings younger than 4 are welcome but must be under the care of a parent/guardian at all times and should not distract the program participants.


    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.

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  • Warbler Walk

    • 05/04/2025
    • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Battle Creek Cypress Swamp
    • 10
    Registration is closed

    All Ages

    Every spring many species of birds will be migrating to their breeding grounds and pass through our parks. We will go on a hike to see what warbler species are stopping by along their journey. Birders of all ages and experience are welcome!

    Location: Battle Creek Cypress Swamp

    Advanced Reservations are required - Please register by: Thursday, May 1, 2025

    Program Fee

    Free for Society members
    $8 per family for nonmembers

    Naturalist in charge: Gene Groshon

    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.

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  • Creek Investigation

    • 05/04/2025
    • 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
    • Battle Creek Cypress Swamp, Prince Frederick
    • 10
    Registration is closed

    For children ages 8-10 years old.

    Creeks are homes for many different animals. We will jump right in and explore with dip nets to see who we find living under the surface. Be prepared to get wet!

    Location: Battle Creek Cypress Swamp

    Advanced Reservations are required - Please register by: Thursday May 1, 2025


    Program Fee

    Free for Society members
    $8 per family for nonmembers

    Naturalist in charge: Gene Groshon

    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.

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  • Migratory Bird Hike

    • 05/06/2025
    • 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Battle Creek Cypress Swamp, Prince Frederick
    • 10
    Registration is closed

    For all ages

    Every spring many species of birds will be migrating to their breeding grounds and pass through our parks. We will go on a hike to see what warbler species are stopping by along their journey. Birders of all ages and experience are welcome!

    Location: Battle Creek Cypress Swamp

    Walk ins allowed but registration preferred by 5/5/2025


    Program Fee

    Free for Society members
    $8 per family for nonmembers

    Naturalist in charge: Gene Groshon

    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.


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  • Superb Snakes

    • 05/10/2025
    • 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Flag Ponds Nature Park
    • 15
    Registration is closed

    All ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

    Snakes are often misunderstood, so come meet and get to touch our real life our Ambassador Animals -- snakes. Learn why these slithering creatures are important in nature, then, complete a snake scavenger hunt and craft or take it home. 


    This is a walk-in program that requires registration. You may come anytime between 11a.m. and 1p.m. once registered. 


    Location: Battle Creek Cypress Swamp

    Advanced registration required. Please register by May 3, 2025.

    Program Fee

    Free for Society members
    $8 per family for nonmembers


    Naturalist in charge: Paige Stevens

    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.

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  • Migratory Bird Hike

    • 05/13/2025
    • 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Battle Creek Cypress Swamp, Prince Frederick
    • 10
    Registration is closed

    For all ages

    Every spring many species of birds will be migrating to their breeding grounds and pass through our parks. We will go on a hike to see what warbler species are stopping by along their journey.  Birders of all ages and experience are welcome!

    Location: Battle Creek Cypress Swamp

    Walk ins allowed but registration preferred by 5/12/2025


    Program Fee

    Free for Society members
    $8 per family for nonmembers

    Naturalist in charge: Gene Groshon

    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.

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  • Fabulous Frogs (session 1)

    • 05/14/2025
    • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Battle Creek Cypress Swamp
    • 10
    Registration is closed

    For children ages 3-5 with adult participation.

    Frogs are fabulous! Learn about the different types of frogs that live in our area, make a fun craft, and see what frog friends we can find throughout the park!

    Location: Battle Creek Cypress Swamp

    Advanced Reservations are required - Please register by: May 10

    Program Fee

    Free for Society members
    $8 per family for nonmembers

    Naturalist in charge: Kim Curren

    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.

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  • Fabulous Frogs (session 2)

    • 05/14/2025
    • 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • Battle Creek Cypress Swamp
    • 10
    Registration is closed

    For children ages 3-5 with adult participation.

    Frogs are fabulous! Learn about the different types of frogs that live in our area, make a fun craft, and see what frog friends we can find throughout the park!

    Location: Battle Creek Cypress Swamp

    Advanced Reservations are required - Please register by: May 10

    Program Fee

    Free for Society members
    $8 per family for nonmembers

    Naturalist in charge: Kim Curren

    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.

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  • Beachcombing Bonanza

    • 05/17/2025
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Flag Ponds Nature Park
    • 10
    Registration is closed

    For all ages. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

    Explore the beach at Flag Ponds Nature Park and see what nature has left behind. We will identify any fossils, shells, and other items we find.

    Location: Flag Ponds Nature Park

    Advanced Reservations are required - Please register by:

    Program Fee

    Free for Society members
    $8 per family for nonmembers

    Naturalist in charge: Kim Curren

    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.

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  • Heritage Kayak Trip

    • 05/18/2025
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Kings Landing Park
    • 6
    Registration is closed

    for ages 9 and up, with adult

    Paddle through history on this heritage themed kayak tours along the Patuxent River.  Tours will be guided by local archaeologist and historic preservationist Chris Sperling and will explore how the dynamic environment molded how people utilized and interacted with the landscape and how they change the landscape to suit their needs. This trip will focus on the pre-colonial time period.

     Will include a quick lesson on basic kayak skills.

    If bringing your own kayak, you will need to arrive 30min early to off-load your boat and park.  Parking space is limited.

    Ages 9 years to adult - Participants must be at least 9 years old to accompany an adult in a double kayak, and at least 12 years old to paddle themselves in a single kayak. Those under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult.

    Location: Kings Landing Park

    Reservations and payment are required in advance - by 

    Program Fee (per person)

    $15 for Society members

    If you bring your own kayak $5 per person

    Due to the limited number of kayaks, we may not be able to accommodate your kayak preference. There is a chance that the demand for kayaks exceeds our capacity. If we are unable to fit you into the trip, you will receive a full refund.

    Naturalist in charge: Tania Gale
    Co-leader: Chris Sperling



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  • Horseshoe Crab Campout

    • 05/23/2025
    • 7:00 PM
    • 05/24/2025
    • 9:00 AM
    • Flag Ponds Nature Park
    • 10
    Registration is closed

    For teens and adults, ages 13 & up. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

    Experience the magic of a beachfront overnight campout while searching for horseshoe crabs during their peak spawning season. Roam the shoreline, encounter these ancient creatures, and uncover their remarkable history. It's sure to be a thrilling and educational journey under the stars that you won't want to miss.

    Location: Flag Ponds Nature Park

    Advanced Reservations are required - Please register by: 5/18

    Program Fee:
    $25 per person for members
    $45 per person for nonmembers

    Naturalist in charge: Kim Curren

    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.

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  • Migratory Bird Hike

    • 05/27/2025
    • 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Battle Creek Cypress Swamp, Prince Frederick
    • 10
    Registration is closed

    For all ages

    Every spring many species of birds will be migrating to their breeding grounds and pass through our parks. We will go on a hike to see what warbler species are stopping by along their journey.  Birders of all ages and experience are welcome!

    Location: Battle Creek Cypress Swamp

    Walk ins allowed but registration preferred by 5/26/2025

    Program Fee

    Free for Society members
    $8 per family for nonmembers

    Naturalist in charge: Gene Groshon

    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.

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  • One Fish, Two Fish

    • 05/28/2025
    • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Kings Landing Park
    • 8
    Registration is closed

    3-5 years old, Adults are required

    Get ready for a splashy adventure by the river! In this hands-on class, little explorers will team up to use a seine net to catch and observe small fish and other river critters. We’ll learn how the net works, practice working together to catch fish gently, and get an up-close look at the amazing creatures we find before we release them back into their home. It's a fun, safe, and exciting way to discover who lives in the river.

     Location: Kings Landing Park

    Advanced Reservations are required - Please register by May 23

    Fee is per family

    Program Fee

    Free for Society members
    $8 per family for nonmembers

    Naturalist in charge: Tania Gale

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  • M.A.P.S. Bird Banding

    • 06/05/2025
    • 7:30 AM - 11:30 AM
    • Gatewood Preserve
    • 6
    Registration is closed

    This program is for adults and families with children ages 12 and up

    Visit our Monitoring Avian Production and Survivorship (MAPS) bird banding station. You will learn why bird banding is an important part of bird research and get to see some birds up close and in the hand of our banders during the banding process. We will be hiking 4-5 miles on natural surface trails while checking the nets sometimes at a fast pace with limited chances to rest if it's busy.

    Location: Gatewood Preserve

    Advanced Reservations are required - Please register by: Monday, June 2 

    Program Fee

    Free for Society members
    $8 per person for nonmembers

    Naturalist in charge: Gene Groshon

    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.

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  • Homeschool Friday - Botany Series - AM session

    • 06/06/2025
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Flag Ponds Nature Park
    • 10
    Registration is closed

    Ages 4-12, with adult

    This homeschool series will be a study of the plants around us - with each month focusing on something different. June’s class will focus on wild edibles as well as some basic plant classification.

    Location: Flag Ponds Nature Park

    Advanced registration required.

    Program Fee  

    Free for Society members
    $8 per family for nonmembers

    Program fees are per family. Please register all your children on one entry. 

    Naturalist in charge: Tania Gale

    Homeschool Fridays is a series of environmental education programs developed especially for homeschoolers ages 4 to 12. These classes are a great way to get hands-on science and nature lessons and network with other homeschooling families. Each two-hour program will consist of indoor and outdoor hands-on learning

    There is no charge for parents since they are expected to participate as mentors and teachers. Staff will provide guidance for parents on how to assist.

    Siblings younger than 4 are welcome, but must be under the care of a parent/guardian at all times and should not distract the program participants.



    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.

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  • Homeschool Friday - Botany Series - PM session

    • 06/06/2025
    • 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
    • Flag Ponds Nature Park
    • 10
    Registration is closed

    Ages 4-12, with adult

    This homeschool series will be a study of the plants around us - with each month focusing on something different. June’s class will focus on wild edibles as well as some basic plant classification.

    Location: Flag Ponds Nature Park

    Advanced registration required.

    Program Fee  

    Free for Society members
    $8 per family for nonmembers

    Program fees are per family. Please register all your children on one entry. 

    Naturalist in charge: Tania Gale

    Homeschool Fridays is a series of environmental education programs developed especially for homeschoolers ages 4 to 12. These classes are a great way to get hands-on science and nature lessons and network with other homeschooling families. Each two-hour program will consist of indoor and outdoor hands-on learning

    There is no charge for parents since they are expected to participate as mentors and teachers. Staff will provide guidance for parents on how to assist.

    Siblings younger than 4 are welcome, but must be under the care of a parent/guardian at all times and should not distract the program participants.



    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.

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  • Heritage Kayak Trip

    • 06/07/2025
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Kings Landing Park
    • 5
    Registration is closed

    For ages 9 and up, adults required

    Members Only

    Paddle through history on this heritage themed kayak tours along the Patuxent River.  Tours will be guided by local archaeologist and historic preservationist Chris Sperling and will explore how the dynamic environment molded how people utilized and interacted with the landscape and how they change the landscape to suit their needs. This trip will focus on the Colonial time period.

     Will include a quick lesson on basic kayak skills.

    If bringing your own kayak, you will need to arrive 30min early to off-load your boat and park.  Parking space is limited.

    Ages 9 years to adult - Participants must be at least 9 years old to accompany an adult in a double kayak, and at least 12 years old to paddle themselves in a single kayak. Those under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult.

    Location: Kings Landing Park

    Reservations and payment are required in advance - by May 26

    Program Fee (per person): $15 for Society members. If you bring your own kayak $5 per person

    Due to the limited number of kayaks, we may not be able to accommodate your kayak preference. There is a chance that the demand for kayaks exceeds our capacity. If we are unable to fit you into the trip, you will receive a full refund.

    Naturalist in charge: Tania Gale
    Co-leader: Chris Sperling

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  • Happy Helpful Horseshoe Crabs

    • 06/11/2025
    • 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • Flag Ponds Nature Park
    • 10
    Registration is closed

    For children ages 3-5 with adult

    Explore the enchanting world of horseshoe crabs. We'll search for these remarkable creatures while uncovering their fascinating history and unique features. Join us for a fun, educational beach adventure like no other!

    Location: Flag Ponds Nature Park

    Advanced Reservations are required - Please register by: June 10

    Program Fee

    Free for Society members
    $8 per family for nonmembers

    Naturalist in charge: Kim Curren

    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.

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  • Turtle Time!

    • 06/14/2025
    • 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Flag Ponds Nature Park
    • 15
    Registration is closed

    All ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

    Registration required.

    Come meet and feed some of our Ambassador Animals - the turtles.  You will then be given a turtle scavenger hunt and a fun turtle craft to complete during your visit or to take home.

    This is a walk-in program that requires registration. You may come anytime between 11a.m. and 1p.m. once registered.

    Location: Battle Creek Cypress Swamp

    Advanced registration required. Please register by June 5, 2025.

    Program Fee

    Free for Society members
    $8 per family for nonmembers


    Naturalist in charge: Paige Stevens

    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.

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  • Sunrise Horseshoe Crab Walk

    • 06/15/2025
    • 5:00 AM - 7:00 AM
    • Flag Ponds Nature Park
    • 20
    Registration is closed

    For adults ages 18 & up

    Enjoy a peaceful morning on the beaches of Flag Ponds Nature Park. We will watch the sun rise during peak spawning time for Atlantic Horseshoe Crabs and gain a new appreciation for the beauty of nature and all its creatures.

    Location: Flag Ponds Nature Park

    Advanced Reservations are required - Please register by: June 14

    Program Fee

    Free for Society members
    $8 per person for nonmembers

    Naturalist in charge: Kim Curren

    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.

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  • Life's a Beach Summer Camp

    • 06/23/2025
    • 06/27/2025
    • 4 sessions
    • Flag Ponds Nature Park
    • 12
    Registration is closed

    For children entering grades 3-5 in fall 2025

    Campers will wade through waves to seine for fish, dip-net in tidal ponds, and search for shells and fossils along the shore. They’ll explore sandy dunes and discover cool marine adaptations with hands-on science activities. From sandcastle engineering to creating ocean art, it’s the ultimate beach adventure where science meets sandy fun!

    Registration deadline: June 1

    Naturalist in Charge: Tania Gale

    Registration Fee per camper: 
    Society members: $ 250
    Nonmembers: $350

    Daily Schedule: Location: Flag Ponds Nature Park

    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday - 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

    Thursday-Friday - camp begins at 6:00 p.m. Thursday with a cookout for campers AND their families and goes overnight (overnight is for campers ONLY) to 9:00a.m. Friday. 

    No camp after 9:00 a.m. Friday or before 6:00 p.m. on Thursday.

    NOTE: Campers will be sleeping in tents outside, 2 to a tent.

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  • Birding Adventures Summer Camp

    • 06/23/2025
    • 9:00 AM
    • 06/27/2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • Varies, see description
    • 8
    Registration is closed

    For children entering grades 6-8 grade in fall 2025

    Take your interest in birds to the next level with this camp. From the forest to the shore we will be learning about the many species of birds that call our area home. We will teach you how to identify birds by their song and appearance as well as learn about their behaviors and places they call home. This year we will be visiting a bird banding station, and going on a trip out of the county to expand the numbers of species we can see! Bring your binoculars and your camera for a fun adventure. 

    Calvert Nature Society reserves the right to modify and/or change camp program activities and structure based on health, safety, and other variable factors.

    Advanced Reservations are required

    Please Register By: Friday May 25,2025

    Naturalist in Charge: Gene Groshon

    Registration Fee per camper: 
    Society members: $250
    Nonmembers: $350

    Location and times vary by day. The schedule below could be subject to change due to weather but we will do our best to maintain with the original plan.

    Daily Schedule:

    Monday 6/24: Flag Ponds Nature Park 9:00am-3:00pm

    • Special activity: Beach Hike

    Tuesday 6/25: Battle Creek Cypress Swamp 9:00am-3:00pm

    • Special Activity: Prothonotary Warbler Surveys

    Wednesday 6/26: Gatewood Preserve 5:30am-11:30am

    • Special Activity: Field research bird banding project

    Thursday 6/27: Location: Kings Landing Park Time: 6:00am-3:00pm

    • Special Activity: Hart Miller Island Trip

    Friday 6/28: Location: Flag Ponds Nature Park Time: 5:00pm-10:00pm

    • Special Activity: Campfire Dinner and Night Hike
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  • Great American Campout

    • 06/28/2025
    • 5:00 PM
    • 06/29/2025
    • 10:00 AM
    • Kings Landing Park
    • 10
    Registration is closed

    For adults and families with children ages 5 & up

    The Great American Campout is part of the National Wildlife Federation's efforts to get people outdoors and in touch with nature. Spend an evening with us participating in fun campground games, cook dinner and s'mores over a campfire, and enjoy a cozy night under the stars.

    Location: Kings Landing Park

    Advanced Reservations are required - Please register by: June 14

    Program Fee per family

    $50 for Society members
    $80 for nonmembers

    Naturalist in charge: Kim Curren

    Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

    Please read our full policy statement and waiver.

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  • Wet & Wonderful Water Summer Camp

    • 06/30/2025
    • 9:00 AM
    • 07/03/2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • varies, see description
    • 12
    Registration is closed

    For children entering 3rd-5th grades in fall 2025

    If you love everything the water has to offer in the hot summer months then this camp is for you! We will splash and play the week away, exploring different natural bodies of water every day and learning what makes each place special. Campers should be comfortable entering natural bodies of water up to their waist. We will be wading into local creeks, swamps, ponds, and the Chesapeake Bay.

    Calvert Nature Society reserves the right to modify and/or change camp program activities and structure based on health, safety, and other variable factors.

    "Welcome to Camp" letter and packing list will be sent out and posted online in June.

    Naturalist in Charge: Kim Curren

    Registration Fee per camper:  
    Members: $195
    Nonmembers: $285

    Advanced Reservations are required

    Please Register By: June 9

    Location: Varies, see below for daily schedule

    Monday: Kings Landing Park
    Tuesday: Battle Creek Cypress Swamp
    Wednesday: Flag Ponds Nature Park
    Thursday: Flag Ponds Nature Park
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  • Wildlife Research Teen Summer Camp

    • 07/07/2025
    • 9:00 AM
    • 07/11/2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • Battle Creek Cypress Swamp
    • 12
    Registration is closed

    For children entering 9th-12th grades in fall 2025

    A career in the natural resources field can include many different jobs, including important research and conservation projects. This camp will allow you to get a hands-on, behind the scenes look at several wildlife research projects that are currently active in Calvert County and other parts of the state. This is your chance to talk to staff in the field, collect valuable data, and learn more about the animals in your backyard! Come prepared to get up close with wildlife and see things from an all new perspective.

    Note: This camp includes an overnight experience on Thursday, where we will learn about wildlife research projects that happen after the sun goes down. Then we will sleep in tents at one of our Calvert County Parks to prepare for an early day of bird research on Friday morning.

    Calvert Nature Society reserves the right to modify and/or change camp program activities and structure based on health, safety, and other variable factors.

    "Welcome to Camp" letter and packing list will be sent out and posted online in June.

    Naturalist in Charge: Kim Curren

    Fee per camper:  
    Members: $250
    Nonmembers: $350

    Advanced Reservations are required

    Please Register By: June 9

    Location: Drop-off and pickup daily at Battle Creek Cypress Swamp

    Times vary, see below for daily schedule

    Monday: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
    Tuesday: 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
    Wednesday: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
    Thursday: 4:00 p.m. - overnight to Friday
    Friday: Pickup at 12:00 p.m.
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  • Creepy Crawlies Summer Camp

    • 07/08/2025
    • 9:00 AM
    • 07/11/2025
    • 2:00 PM
    • Flag Ponds Nature Park
    • 12
    Registration is closed

    For children going into grades 1-2 in fall 2025

    Discover the world of Creepy Crawlies. This camp dives into the fascinating lives of worms, insects, and other often overlooked creatures. Through hands-on exploration, critter hunts, and nature crafts, campers will learn about habitats, life cycles, and the importance of these creatures in our world.

    Registration deadline: June 1

    Registration Fee per camper:
     Members: $130
    Nonmembers: $190

    Naturalist in Charge:  Tania Gale 

    Tuesday - Friday (no camp on Monday)

    9:00am - 2:00pm each day

    Location:

    Tuesday and Wednesday: Kings Landing Park

    Thursday and Friday: Flag Ponds Nature Park

    "Welcome to Camp" letter and packing list can be found here in June

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  • River Runners Summer Camp

    • 07/14/2025
    • 9:00 AM
    • 07/18/2025
    • 12:00 PM
    • Kings Landing Park
    • 6
    Registration is closed

    For children entering grades 6-8 in Fall 2024

    This week we will explore all things aquatic while learning the basics of getting around on the water safely.  We will use kayaks and canoes to get us out onto and INTO these wild water habitats - investigating with nets, water quality testing equipment – and our senses. The last 2 days of the week will be an overnight adventure to a paddle-in campsite on the Patuxent River.

    Campers should be comfortable on and in the water and should be competent swimmers.

    Registration fee includes camp water bottle, camp duffle bag, all camping fees and equipment needed, Thursday snacks, dinner and campfire with s'mores, and Friday breakfast. 

    Registration deadline: June 1

    Naturalist in Charge: Tania Gale

    Registration Fee per camper: 
    Society members:  $250
    Nonmembers: $350

    Daily Schedule

    Location: Kings Landing Park

    Monday-Wednesday: 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

    Thursday: 9a.m. meet for camping overnight at Milltown Landing campsite 

    Friday: camper pick up at 12:00p.m.

    No camp on Friday after 12 noon.

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  • Creature Feature Summer Camp

    • 07/15/2025
    • 9:00 AM
    • 07/18/2025
    • 2:00 PM
    • Flag Ponds Nature Park
    • 15
    Registration is closed

    For children entering 1st-2nd grades in fall 2025

    Do beavers live on the beach? Do snakes live in the swamp? Find out during this wild week of fun and discovery! Campers will explore a variety of wild animal habitats and see who lives where, and why.  Unearth the amazing world of wild animals through games, crafts, and hands-on activities, including a chance to meet and interact with turtles, snakes, and many more! 

    Calvert Nature Society reserves the right to modify and/or change camp program activities and structure based on health, safety, and other variable factors.

    "Welcome to Camp" letter and packing list will be sent out and posted online in June.

    Advanced Reservations are required

    Please Register By: June 9

    Naturalist in Charge: Kim Curren

    Registration Fee per camper:
     Members: $130
    Nonmembers: $190

    Location: Flag Ponds Nature Park

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  • Outdoor Adventure Skills Summer Camp

    • 07/21/2025
    • 9:00 AM
    • 07/24/2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • Varies, see description
    • 8
    Registration is closed

    For children entering grades 5-6 grade in fall 2025

    The outdoors has plenty of adventures to offer!  From kayaking to hiking to campfire cooking we will travel around various parks throughout Calvert County to learn outdoor survival skills and enjoy the great outdoors.  **Locations and times will be finalized and listed before registration opens.**

    Calvert Nature Society reserves the right to modify and/or change camp program activities and structure based on health, safety, and other variable factors.

    Advanced Reservations are required

    Please Register By: Friday June 27,2025

    Naturalist in Charge: Gene Groshon

    Registration Fee per camper: 
    Society members: $130
    Nonmembers: $190

    Location and times vary by day. The schedule below could be subject to change due to weather but we will do our best to maintain with the original plan.  

    Daily Schedule:

    Monday 7/21: Location: TBD 9:00am-3:00pm

    Tuesday 7/22: Location: TBD 9:00am-3:00pm

    Wednesday 7/23:  Kings Landing Park Time: 9:00am-3:00pm

    Thursday 7/24: Location: Flag Ponds Nature Park Time: 9:00am-3:00pm
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  • Little Explorers Summer Camp

    • 07/29/2025
    • 9:00 AM
    • 08/01/2025
    • 12:00 PM
    • Flag Ponds Nature Park
    • 10
    Registration is closed

    For children ages 4-5 years old by time of camp

    Children must be bathroom independent

    Little campers will spend this week taking a close look at the plants and animals that live at Flag Ponds Nature Park. Each day we will go on mini adventures throughout the park to explore our natural world. We’ll use our senses and scientific tools like hand lenses and nets to explore. Nature-related games, songs, and crafts round out our days.

    Is your camper nervous about being on their own at camp?  Come for our optional "Meet the Naturalist" day at Flag Ponds Nature Park on July 23 at 10am. More information will be sent to registered participants.  

    Registration deadline: June 1

    Naturalist in Charge:  Tania Gale 

    Tuesday - Friday (no camp on Monday)

    9:00am - 12:00pm each day

    Location: Flag Ponds Nature Park

    Fee per camper: Members: $120; Nonmembers: $175

    "Welcome to Camp" letter and packing list can be found here in early July

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Registration Opening Dates

Programs have staggered registration dates. We advertise programs before registration opens which is why you may see that registration is closed, yet there are spaces available.  See details >

Registration, Cancellation, Refunds

The schedule of events is subject to changed based on the status of the coronavirus response, weather, staffing, and other situations that may arise. If Calvert Nature Society or Calvert County Natural Resources Division cancels a program, a full refund will be issued. 

 Cancellation and Refund Policies

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