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May 2008
Park Program
Location: Fort Smallwood Park
Date/Time: 05/16/2008 8:00 PM - 05/17/2008 12:00 AM
Dusk till midnight. Attention Fishermen! Come join us for an evening of fishing until midnight. There is no advanced registration for this program, just be in the park by dusk as the front gate will close at the regular closing time. All vehicles must leave by midnight. No alcohol and no fires.
Park Program
Location: Downs Park
Date/Time: 05/17/2008 9:00 AM - 05/17/2008 1:00 PM
Maryland Safe Boating Course at Downs Park on Saturday, May 17 and Saturday, May 24. Students must attend both classes and pass a written test to receive their license. There is a non-refundable & non-transferable program fee of $25 per person. Registration must take place in person at the park office. Limited space is available, so enroll today!
Park Program
Location: Quiet Waters Park
Date/Time: 05/17/2008 10:00 AM - 05/17/2008 11:00 AM
Why throw away grass trimmings, raked leaves and kitchen scraps when you can turn them into rich compost in your backyard? Use these materials instead for mulching and soil amendment. Come to a training session given by Master Gardeners twice monthly. Receive a free composting unit or troubleshooting guide while supplies last. Meet at the composting demonstration site on Wildwood Trail. Canceled in the event of rain. Park fees apply.
Park Program
Location: Kinder Farm Park
Date/Time: 05/17/2008 1:00 PM - 05/17/2008 2:00 PM
Join Ranger Jessica as we explore the tasty world of herbs. We will learn the historical use of some popular cooking herbs and what health benefits are historically associated with them. Please meet at the comfort station. This program is intended for adults but interested children may attend with a parent or guardian. Program requires advance registration. Contact the park office at (410) 222-6115 for additional program information.
Park Program
Location: Fort Smallwood Park
Date/Time: 05/18/2008 8:00 AM - 05/18/2008 10:00 AM
Join the Fort Smallwood Park Bird Club and Ranger Matt for a walk in search of spring birds! Spring is a terrific time for birding, as lots of species are passing through. Take this opportunity to join our bird club as well! Bring binoculars, a pen and a notepad.
Park Program
Location: Kinder Farm Park
Date/Time: 05/21/2008 11:00 AM - 05/21/2008 12:00 PM
Flowers - A Closer Look! Join Ranger Jessica for education and fun as we learn about nature’s wonders. Program includes a related discussion, hike, and take-home craft. Ages 3-5. Pre-registration opens the first day of the month. $2 and a parent or guardian must attend. Program requires advance registration. Contact the park office at (410) 222-6115 for additional program information.
Park Program
Location: Kinder Farm Park
Date/Time: 05/21/2008 1:00 PM - 05/21/2008 2:00 PM
Flowers - A Closer Look! Join Ranger Jessica for education and fun as we learn about nature’s wonders. Program includes a related discussion, hike, and take-home craft. Ages 3-5. Pre-registration opens the first day of the month. $2 and a parent or guardian must attend. Program requires advance registration. Contact the park office at (410) 222-6115 for additional program information.
Park Program
Location: Fort Smallwood Park
Date/Time: 05/23/2008 8:00 PM - 05/23/2008 10:00 PM
Join Ranger Val for a campfire. Everyone will learn how to build a fire and contain it properly. Also, there will be campfire games. All ages welcome. Meet at the pier parking lot.
Park Program
Location: Downs Park
Date/Time: 05/23/2008 8:00 PM - 05/24/2008 12:00 AM
Fishing dusk through midnight. Downs Park is offering extended hours for fishermen who wish to use the pier during the night time hours. All participants must be in the park by dusk, as the park gates will close at the normal time. It gets fairly dark at Downs, so please bring flashlights or lanterns for your safety. Alcohol is strictly prohibited.
Park Program
Location: Anne Arundel County Trails
Date/Time: 05/24/2008 2:00 PM - 05/24/2008 3:00 PM
Come learn from Ranger Melissa how plants multiply and grow. Ever wondered what plants need to grow and how more are created. Discover these and many more answers. Use a leaf or use a stem. You’ll get a chance to propagate your own. You can even take it home to grow. This program is for adults and children ages 7 and up. Meet at the Earleigh Heights Ranger Station.
Park Program
Location: Fort Smallwood Park
Date/Time: 05/24/2008 2:00 PM - 05/24/2008 3:00 PM
Join Ranger Chris on a scavenger hunt to find nature’s treasures! Pinecones, leaves, twigs and more are waiting to be discovered and learned about! Appropriate for ages 6-10.
Park Event
Location: Downs Park
Date/Time: 05/25/2008 5:00 PM - 05/25/2008 7:00 PM
The Downs Park Bayside Concert Series is back! Help us kick off our summer concert series and the start of summer with this 60’s tribute band. Please remember: no tobacco use, bikes, skateboards, roller skates, or pets
in the concert area. Alcohol is prohibited at Downs Park.
Park Program
Location: Quiet Waters Park
Date/Time: 05/28/2008 12:00 PM - 05/28/2008 1:00 PM
Why throw away grass trimmings, raked leaves and kitchen scraps when you can turn them into rich compost in your backyard? Use these materials instead for mulching and soil amendment. Come to a training session given by Master Gardeners twice monthly. Receive a free composting unit or troubleshooting guide while supplies last. Meet at the composting demonstration site on Wildwood Trail. Canceled in the event of rain. Park fees apply.
Park Program
Location: Fort Smallwood Park
Date/Time: 05/30/2008 8:00 PM - 05/31/2008 12:00 AM
Dusk till midnight. Attention Fishermen! Come join us for an evening of fishing until midnight. There is no advanced registration for this program, just be in the park by dusk as the front gate will close at the regular closing time. All vehicles must leave by midnight. No alcohol and no fires.
Park Program
Location: Fort Smallwood Park
Date/Time: 05/31/2008 1:00 PM - 05/31/2008 4:00 PM
Join the Park Rangers on this important day as we restore and cleanup several areas of Weinberg Park. Please make sure you wear clothing that you don’t mind getting dirty. A good pair of work boots and some gloves are highly recommended. Please meet in the first parking lot at Fort Smallwood Park.
Park Program
Location: Anne Arundel County Trails
Date/Time: 05/31/2008 2:00 PM - 05/31/2008 3:00 PM
Join Park Ranger Chris to discover how and why plants move about in response to their environment. See the world’s fastest and shyest plants. Set up your own plant movement experiment. This program is for adults and children ages 7 years and up. Meet at the Earleigh Heights Ranger Station.
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