Programs
held at the
North Tract
The North Tract is located on
Rt. 198 between the Baltimore-Washington Parkway and Rt.
32.
Owl Prowl
Saturday, June 7th, 8-9:30pm,
All Ages
Discover the nighttime world of the Refuge as you look and listen for owls, frogs, and other nocturnal animals on this guided walk.
Bird Walks
Saturday, June 7th,
8:15-10am,
Sunday, June 15th,
8:15-10am,
All Ages
Search for birds in several Refuge habitats on this guided hike. Field guides and binoculars recommended.
Butterflies: Nature’s Festival of Colours
Saturday, June 7th, 8:30am-11:00am,
Saturday, June 21st, 8:30am-11:00am,
Ages 10+
Discover the role that butterflies play in the ecosystem and learn to identify several common to Maryland on this guided 2.5 mile hike. Field guide recommended. Bring water and dress for the outdoors.
Wildflower Wanders
Sunday, June 8th, 9am-11am,
Saturday, June 21st, 9am-11am,
All Ages
Discover the role that wildflowers play in the ecosystem and learn to identify some common species on this guided walk. Field guide, water, and magnifying glass recommended.
Bird Tour
Friday, June 13th, 8:15am-11:15am,
Ages 16+
Identify birds in several Refuge habitats on this guided tour with short walks. Field guides and binoculars recommended.
Swamp Study
Sunday, June 29th,
1-2:30pm,
Ages 8-10
Get ready to romp through the swamp and learn about the importance of wetlands in this muddy hands-on program.
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Programs
held at the National Wildlife Visitor Center
The National Wildlife
Visitor Center is located on Powder Mill Road between the
Baltimore-Washington Parkway and Rt. 197, in Laurel, Maryland.
Slimy and Scaly Hike
Sunday, June 1st, 2-3:30pm,
Ages 8-10
A snake in the grass, a turtle on the log,
a frog in the pond…Join us to look for reptiles and amphibians in this fun, hands-on hike.
Bird Walks
Tuesday, June 10th, 7:30-9:30am,
Friday, June 27th, 7:30-9:30am,
Ages 16+
Search for birds in several Refuge habitats on these guided hikes. Field guides and binoculars recommended.
Nature Tots: Leapin’Lilypads
Friday, June 13th, 10:30-11:30am,
Ages 3-4
Peep! Croak! Ribbit! Introduce your preschooler to the watery world of frogs and toads through stories, songs, and a hike in this fun, hands-on program.
Dragonflies of Patuxent
Saturday, June 21st, 10:30am-12pm,
All Ages
Come learn about dragonflies—the ferocious predator of pond and meadow—and how to identify several common ones in this hands-on hike.
Refuge Walking Tour
Saturday, June 21st, 9am-10am,
Ages 16+
Discover the way Patuxent provides habitat and manages for wildlife on this guided walk.
Romp in the Swamp
Sunday, June 22nd, 2-3:30pm,
Ages 5-7
Take a walk on the wet and wild side to look for frogs, fish, insects, and more in this hands-on program about wetlands. Dress to get wet and muddy. |