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Special Events 2008

Events are held at the National Wildlife Visitor Center unless otherwise noted and are FREE, with the exception of tram tours and events noted with $.

Wildlife Conservation Tram Tours
Mid-April through Mid-November
Saturday & Sunday. 11:30AM, 1:00PM, 2:00PM & 3:00PM
Weather permitting, $ see below.

Kids Fishing Day
AnglerSaturday, June 14th, 2008
9:00AM - 1:00PM
National Wildlife Visitor Center
Fish away the day! Learn how to cast a rod, identify and handle fish, practice your catch and release skills, and more in this fun - filled event! For kids 16 years old and younger!

Events are held at the National Wildlife Visitor Center unless otherwise noted and are FREE, with the exception of tram tours and events noted with $.  Call for details. If you have any special needs or requests, please advise us two weeks in advance by calling 301.497.5763 or TDD 301.497.5779.

$ Tram tickets are $3 for adults, $2 for senior citizens 55 and over, and $1 for children under 12.

The National Wildlife Visitor Center is located off of Powder Mill Rd. between the Baltimore-Washington Parkway and Rt. 197 south of Laurel. Hours Open. Driving Directions

The North Tract Visitor Contact Station is located off of Rt. 198 on Bald Eagle Drive, just east of the Baltimore-Washington Parkway. Hours Open.