Little Nature Explorers
Little Nature Explorers
Children and caregivers explore our natural world through stories, songs, movement, crafts and up close experience with critters!
Children and caregivers explore our natural world through stories, songs, movement, crafts and up close experience with critters!
Experience the wonders of water! Through 8 class sessions, explore the chemical and physical properties of water, solutions chemistry, water within organisms and what makes water a valuable habitat. There will be extensive lab work, as well as exploration of the ponds, streams and Otter Point Creek.
Experience the largest estuary in the United States! Each week offers a different way to explore this small sliver of the bay. Hike the trails, seine for fish, paddle the marsh, and wade along the shoreline. Sign up for one or all four! Price is $15/day. *This program involves moderate activity level, walking on inclines, …
Want to help feed our hungry critters? Come to our Family Feed program that lets you behind the scenes and help the naturalist feed the animals! You must register and choose a time between 10 am and 3 pm!
What’s better than reading and eating? Join our book club and discuss the Pulitzer Prize winning novel, Beautiful Swimmers: Watermen, Crabs and The Chesapeake Bay, by William W. Warner. Along the way, learn about current pressures and successes with the Blue Crab population. Wrap up our time together with a culinary crustacean experience at a …
Want to help feed our hungry critters? Come to our Family Feed program that lets you behind the scenes and help the naturalist feed the animals! You choose the time between 10 am and 3 pm!
Little ones play and learn in the natural world. Stories, songs, simple crafts and discovery outings will highlight each day's theme.
Little ones play and learn in the natural world. Stories, songs, simple crafts and discovery outings will highlight each day's theme.
Witness the beauty of the first full moon of the season as you paddle around the marsh, guided by its light.
The birds are beginning their annual migration south for the winter. Paddle around the marsh to catch sight of these travelers before they take to the wind.
Watch our turtles and snakes eat while learning about these fascinating creatures.
Explore the marshes and lagoons in search of critters. You never know who you will find swimming, perching, or wading in the water!
Check out one of our live critters up close while discovering what makes that animal special.
Children and caregivers explore our natural world through stories, songs, movement, crafts and up close experience with critters!
Experience the wonders of water! Through 8 class sessions, explore the chemical and physical properties of water, solutions chemistry, water within organisms and what makes water a valuable habitat. There will be extensive lab work, as well as exploration of the ponds, streams and Otter Point Creek.
Want to help feed our hungry critters? Come to our Family Feed program that lets you behind the scenes and help the naturalist feed the animals! You must register and choose a time between 10 am and 3 pm!
What’s better than reading and eating? Join our book club and discuss the Pulitzer Prize winning novel, Beautiful Swimmers: Watermen, Crabs and The Chesapeake Bay, by William W. Warner. Along the way, learn about current pressures and successes with the Blue Crab population. Wrap up our time together with a culinary crustacean experience at a …
Little ones play and learn in the natural world. Stories, songs, simple crafts and discovery outings will highlight each day's theme.
Want to help feed our hungry critters? Come to our Family Feed program that lets you behind the scenes and help the naturalist feed the animals! You choose the time between 10 am and 3 pm!
The largest estuary in the United States is a dynamic ecosystem with a variety of flora and fauna. Learn by immersing yourself in this natural gem through canoeing, field surveys, and wetland experiences.
Little ones play and learn in the natural world. Stories, songs, simple crafts and discovery outings will highlight each day's theme.
Little ones play and learn in the natural world. Stories, songs, simple crafts and discovery outings will highlight each day's theme.
Fall is the season for campfires! Gather with a group of friends or family at our Pontoon Pier Property to enjoy the beautiful view of Otter Point Creek and spend quality time around our fire-pit. Tasty treats provided. You can bring up to 15 people.
Let your green thumb continue into the fall and discover what is needed to help the garden thrive in the cool months. Plant cool weather crops, and discover how to put the garden to sleep till spring. Finish with a harvest party and enjoy the fruits of your labor!
As we edge toward fall, traces of color begin to lace the shoreline for your viewing pleasure. Layer up and don’t miss the show!
Check out Otter Point Creek’s scaly friends! Find out which fish are common in our waters while getting up close and personal through activities and hands-on “fish” time.
Children and caregivers explore our natural world through stories, songs, movement, crafts and up close experience with critters!
Experience the wonders of water! Through 8 class sessions, explore the chemical and physical properties of water, solutions chemistry, water within organisms and what makes water a valuable habitat. There will be extensive lab work, as well as exploration of the ponds, streams and Otter Point Creek.
Want to help feed our hungry critters? Come to our Family Feed program that lets you behind the scenes and help the naturalist feed the animals! You must register and choose a time between 10 am and 3 pm!
What’s better than reading and eating? Join our book club and discuss the Pulitzer Prize winning novel, Beautiful Swimmers: Watermen, Crabs and The Chesapeake Bay, by William W. Warner. Along the way, learn about current pressures and successes with the Blue Crab population. Wrap up our time together with a culinary crustacean experience at a …
Little ones play and learn in the natural world. Stories, songs, simple crafts and discovery outings will highlight each day's theme.
Want to help feed our hungry critters? Come to our Family Feed program that lets you behind the scenes and help the naturalist feed the animals! You choose the time between 10 am and 3 pm!
The largest estuary in the United States is a dynamic ecosystem with a variety of flora and fauna. Learn by immersing yourself in this natural gem through canoeing, field surveys, and wetland experiences.
Little ones play and learn in the natural world. Stories, songs, simple crafts and discovery outings will highlight each day's theme.
Little ones play and learn in the natural world. Stories, songs, simple crafts and discovery outings will highlight each day's theme.
Fall is the season for campfires! Gather with a group of friends or family at our Pontoon Pier Property to enjoy the beautiful view of Otter Point Creek and spend quality time around our fire-pit. Tasty treats provided. You can bring up to 15 people.
Connect with nature while building healthy exercise habits! Challenge your mind and body with unique boot-camp style workouts in the great outdoors.
Watch our turtles and snakes eat while learning about these fascinating creatures.
Join a volunteer team of invasive plant removers and native plant restorers. Learn why non-native invasive plants are a threat to the ecosystem, how to identify problem plants, and removal and restoration strategies.
Check out one of our live critters up close while discovering what makes that animal special.
Children and caregivers explore our natural world through stories, songs, movement, crafts and up close experience with critters!
Experience the wonders of water! Through 8 class sessions, explore the chemical and physical properties of water, solutions chemistry, water within organisms and what makes water a valuable habitat. There will be extensive lab work, as well as exploration of the ponds, streams and Otter Point Creek.
Experience the largest estuary in the United States! Each week offers a different way to explore this small sliver of the bay. Hike the trails, seine for fish, paddle the marsh, and wade along the shoreline. Sign up for one or all four! *This program involves moderate activity level, walking on inclines, and boarding a …
Want to help feed our hungry critters? Come to our Family Feed program that lets you behind the scenes and help the naturalist feed the animals! You must register and choose a time between 10 am and 3 pm!
What’s better than reading and eating? Join our book club and discuss the Pulitzer Prize winning novel, Beautiful Swimmers: Watermen, Crabs and The Chesapeake Bay, by William W. Warner. Along the way, learn about current pressures and successes with the Blue Crab population. Wrap up our time together with a culinary crustacean experience at a …
Want to help feed our hungry critters? Come to our Family Feed program that lets you behind the scenes and help the naturalist feed the animals! You choose the time between 10 am and 3 pm!
The largest estuary in the United States is a dynamic ecosystem with a variety of flora and fauna. Learn by immersing yourself in this natural gem through canoeing, field surveys, and wetland experiences.
Enjoy the season’s finest fun with live animal encounters, crafts, candy, a costume photo-booth, apple cider, campfire, and more! Other fun activities and food for purchase. No registration required.
Don costumes and step into the forest in search of clues hidden at creature stations. Complete a word puzzle to earn a Halloween prize! Once registered, stop by any time during the listed time frame.
Travel through the waters of Otter Point Creek to see the fall foliage at its finest.
Children and caregivers explore our natural world through stories, songs, movement, crafts and up close experience with critters!
Experience the wonders of water! Through 8 class sessions, explore the chemical and physical properties of water, solutions chemistry, water within organisms and what makes water a valuable habitat. There will be extensive lab work, as well as exploration of the ponds, streams and Otter Point Creek.
Want to help feed our hungry critters? Come to our Family Feed program that lets you behind the scenes and help the naturalist feed the animals! You must register and choose a time between 10 am and 3 pm!
Experience the largest estuary in the United States! Each week offers a different way to explore this small sliver of the bay. Hike the trails, seine for fish, paddle the marsh, and wade along the shoreline. Sign up for one or all four! *This program involves moderate activity level, walking on inclines, and boarding a …
What’s better than reading and eating? Join our book club and discuss the Pulitzer Prize winning novel, Beautiful Swimmers: Watermen, Crabs and The Chesapeake Bay, by William W. Warner. Along the way, learn about current pressures and successes with the Blue Crab population. Wrap up our time together with a culinary crustacean experience at a …
Little ones play and learn in the natural world. Stories, songs, simple crafts and discovery outings will highlight each day's theme.
Want to help feed our hungry critters? Come to our Family Feed program that lets you behind the scenes and help the naturalist feed the animals! You choose the time between 10 am and 3 pm!
Fall is the season for campfires! Gather with a group of friends or family at our Pontoon Pier Property to enjoy the beautiful view of Otter Point Creek and spend quality time around our fire-pit. Tasty treats provided. You can bring up to 15 people.
Channel the spirit of Halloween down by the shore! Come dressed in your costumes, search for the creepiest crawlies, play on the shoreline, and enjoy a cozy campfire. A tasty marshmallow snack will be provided.
Bring along a thermos of your hot beverage of choice to sip while exploring the awakening marsh. We'll tuck into a quiet curve of the creek to share breakfast on this final canoe of 2023.
Check out one of our live critters up close while discovering what makes that animal special.
Want to help feed our hungry critters? Come to our Family Feed program that lets you behind the scenes and help the naturalist feed the animals! You must register and choose a time between 10 am and 3 pm!
Want to help feed our hungry critters? Come to our Family Feed program that lets you behind the scenes and help the naturalist feed the animals! You choose the time between 10 am and 3 pm!
Fall is the season for campfires! Gather with a group of friends or family at our Pontoon Pier Property to enjoy the beautiful view of Otter Point Creek and spend quality time around our fire-pit. Tasty treats provided. You can bring up to 15 people.
Let your green thumb continue into the fall and discover what is needed to help the garden thrive in the cool months. Plant cool weather crops, and discover how to put the garden to sleep till spring. Finish with a harvest party and enjoy the fruits of your labor!
Explore the trails of Leight Park in search of turtles, snakes, and lizards settling down for winter. Discover the fascinating process their bodies go through and finish with hot chocolate and a herp inspired craft!