Explore the waters of the Gunpowder Falls while searching for eagles above, beavers below, and the changing foliage all around! This is an approximately 4 mile round trip paddle; recommended for experienced kayakers. *Meet at Mariner Point Park
Discover the adaptations and importance of grasses while hiking. Finish the program with a fun meadow branch weaving craft and light snack.
Check out one of our live critters up close while discovering what makes that animal special. Sun, September 5 at 12:30 p.m. Sun., October 10 at 12:30 p.m. Sun., November 21 at 12:30 p.m.
Search the skies for this enthusiastic marsh bird and learn more about this excitable diving behavior.
There is nothing more quintessentially fall than telling scary stories by the fire! Listen to, create, and tell spooky stories while enjoying roasted treats around the warmth of a roaring fire. *Meet at Pontoon Pier
Log your miles while enjoying some beautiful scenery with fellow nature enthusiasts! All skill levels/paces welcome. The course is an out and back, single track, approx. 2 miles long (run it more than once if you choose).
What makes this ecosystem so unique? Paddle the channels of the marsh to learn about the diverse organisms that inhabit it.
Watch our turtles, amphibians and snakes eat while learning about these fascinating creatures. Sat., September 18 at 1:30 p.m. Sat., October 16 at 1:30 p.m. Sat., November 6 at 10:30 a.m.
Become part of a volunteer team of invasive plant removers and native plant restorers. Learn why non-native invasive plants are a threat to our ecosystem, how to identify problem plants, and removal and restoration strategies. Wear sturdy shoes, long sleeves, and work gloves for field work in the Reserve each meeting date, weather permitting.
Explore the Nature Discovery Area with a Naturalist! Each meeting will focus on a different theme of the season. Sun., September 19 at 1:00 p.m. Sun., October 17 at 1:00 p.m. Sun., November 14 at 1:00 p.m.
This National Estuaries Day, explore Otter Point Creek, a local link to the bay. Hike along the water’s edge in search of plants and animals and catch fish using a 100 foot seine net!
Kick off the first official weekend of fall with a night hike and a campfire! We’ll provide the toasty treats for you to enjoy while taking in the sights and sounds of the evening. *Meet at Pontoon Pier
