Events

Visit our nature center to watch the weekly feeding of our resident rat snake, eastern painted turtle, and juvenile common snapping turtle. Meet at the Herrington Manor Ranger Station. Note: Schedule is subject to change without notice. All outdoor events are weather-dependent. Dress for the weather and activity, wear sunscreen and insect repellent, bring plenty of water, and remember to check for ticks! All Park programs are free to the public, but park entrance fees may still apply.

Nature is full of diversity and unpredictable elements, so are our guided hikes. The hike can have a specific informative subject if desired, but you never know what might be encountered! Meet at the Herrington Manor Boat Launch. Note: Schedule is subject to change without notice. All outdoor events are weather-dependent. Dress for the weather and activity, wear sunscreen and insect repellent, bring plenty of water, and remember to check for ticks! All Park programs are free to the public, but park entrance fees may still apply.

The woods are alive with the sounds of birds! Join us for a guided hike to hear and see the birds of the park. Binoculars are encouraged. Birds scare easily, so excessive noise is not favorable. This event may not be recommended for young children. Meet at the Herrington Manor Ranger Station. Note: Schedule is subject to change without notice. All outdoor events are weather-dependent. Dress for the weather and activity, wear sunscreen and insect repellent, bring plenty of water, and remember to check for ticks! All Park programs are free to the public, but park entrance fees may still apply.

See and feel some familiar animal faces up close and personal in the form of preserved native animals of Maryland. Attend this event at any time during the specified timeframe. Meet at the Herington Manor Boat Launch. Note: Schedule is subject to change without notice. All outdoor events are weather-dependent. Dress for the weather and activity, wear sunscreen and insect repellent, bring plenty of water, and remember to check for ticks! All Park programs are free to the public, but park entrance fees may still apply.

They are slimy, crawly, musty, but also your friend! Uncover the valuable place in nature occupied by the sometimes not so flattering organisms. The event will consist of an informative demonstration, viewing small animals, and an activity. Meet at the Herington Manor Ranger Station. Note: Schedule is subject to change without notice. All outdoor events are weather-dependent. Dress for the weather and activity, wear sunscreen and insect repellent, bring plenty of water, and remember to check for ticks! All Park programs are free to the public, but park entrance fees may still apply.

Nature is full of diversity and unpredictable elements, so are our guided hikes. The hike can have a specific informative subject if desired, but you never know what might be encountered! Meet at the Ranger Station (Herrington Manor).

Goat yoga is so last year. Enjoy a relaxing visit and get to know the resident turtles of the Herington Manor Nature Center. Story time, animal calls, fun facts, and more, but with the company of TURTLES! Meet at the Herington Manor Ranger Station.

Come get your hands dirty for this volunteer program. We’ll be identifying and removing invasive weeds to support biodiversity and our native environment. Bring gloves if you have them. Weather dependent. Meet at the Herrington Manor Ranger Station.