August 2019
Fishing with the Naturalist
10:00 a.m. Fishing with the Naturalist Kids 7 and up join us on the shores of the Discovery Center for fishing basics. Poles, bait, and tackle are provided. $4/person, adults (16+ must have a license). Pre-registration is required as space is limited.
Find out more »Aquatic Adventures
Join the Naturalist in the Discovery Room of the Center for this exciting adventure! We will head to the docks to use aqua scopes and dip nets to catch critters and fish that call Deep Creek home.
Find out more »Farmers Market
Mountain Fresh Producers Association sponsors "Producer-Only" farmers markets in Oakland. We have fresh fruits, vegetables, berries, baked goods, crafts, jams, jellies, herbs, plants, flowers, and more! Wednesdays & Saturdays June - October 10:00 am to 1:00 pm Downtown Oakland 2nd Street and Town Park Lane Oakland, MD 21550
Find out more »First Impressions at The Discovery Center
Some animals are born with a bad reputation. This interactive program shows that even creepy crawlies have their own important role in nature. Great for all ages!
Find out more »Stage Wisp Concert Series – Savage Road
Outdoor Stage Wisp 2019 Concert Series featuring Savage Road! A high-energy country and southern rock band based out of Western Maryland, will get you dancing until the very last beat. The guys have opened for well-known acts in the music industry such as: Chris Janson, Exile, the Kentucky Headhunters, Confederate Railroad, Little Texas, David Lee Murphy, David Allan Coe, Corey Smith, the Josh Abbott Band, Casey Donahew – and that's just to name a few. These events are Free admission.…
Find out more »Aviary Encounter at the Discovery Center
Join us to learn some interesting facts, hear each bird’s story, and watch these amazing raptors eat!
Find out more »Birding at Sang Run State Park
8:00 a.m. Birding at Sang Run State Park You’ll learn how to bird by sight and by ear as we listen for distinctive songs on the farm. 2 hours Bring binoculars and meet at the kayak put in just past the Friends Store.
Find out more »Meet the Naturalist
10:00 a.m. Meet the Naturalist. Learn about Bird Safe windows, Identification, best feeder practices, Citizen Science options and how to maximize your smart phone for nature. 1 hour
Find out more »Seed Starting 101 at the Discovery Center
Are you curious about how we start our native plants? Join us and learn about seed collection, winter storage, and spring starting. Start a native plant seedling and take it home with you!
Find out more »Bear Den Hike
August 23: Bear Den Hike 2:30 p.m. at the Lake House (Shine only) This 1.5-mile hike will feature a visit to a bear den once used by a sow and her cub. A ranger will also discuss some important safety tips for exploring the outdoors in bear country.
Find out more »Soccer
August 23: Soccer 5 p.m. outside the Lake House (Shine only) Join park staff, in partnership with Healthy Parks, Healthy People, for a pickup game. Please wear sneakers.
Find out more »Farmers Market
Mountain Fresh Producers Association sponsors "Producer-Only" farmers markets in Oakland. We have fresh fruits, vegetables, berries, baked goods, crafts, jams, jellies, herbs, plants, flowers, and more! Wednesdays & Saturdays June - October 10:00 am to 1:00 pm Downtown Oakland 2nd Street and Town Park Lane Oakland, MD 21550
Find out more »Herp Walk at the Discovery Center
.Herp Walk Join the Naturalist to learn how to safely identify native reptiles and amphibians on a walk through park. Approx 1 hour.
Find out more »Hike with a Ranger
August 24: Hike with a Ranger 2:30 p.m. at the Lake House (Shine only) Join a park ranger on this 2-mile hike and learn about some of New Germany's native plants and animals along the way.
Find out more »Campfire Program – A Firefighter’s Life
8:00 p.m. Campfire Program – A Firefighter’s Life Join the Naturalist for a first-person look into the world of wildland fire fighting including equipment, tactics, and life on the fire line.
Find out more »Stargazing
August 24: Stargazing 8:30 p.m. at the Lake House (Shine only) The Cumberland Astronomy Club will host this public stargazing event. Seasoned astronomers will share telescopes and teach about the night sky.
Find out more »Hungry Critters at the Discovery Center
Meet us inside the Discovery Center as we feed the critters! You will be given a chance to touch a live reptile or amphibian!
Find out more »Free Mountain Bike Intro Course
Free Mountain Bike Intro Courses on Sundays in August!! Ever wanted to get involved with Mountain Biking, but didn't know where to start? We are here to help! After our trained staff gives you the run down on the hows and whys of biking and you get to take one of our custom bikes for a spin, you can choose to extend your rental after the clinic for only $89. No purchase necessary to participate. First come, first serve. Sign…
Find out more »Aviary Encounter
2:00 p.m. Aviary Encounter Join us to learn some interesting facts, hear each bird’s story, and watch these amazing raptors eat!
Find out more »Fishing with the Naturalist
10:00 a.m. Fishing with the Naturalist Kids 7 and up join us on the shores of the Discovery Center for fishing basics. Poles, bait, and tackle are provided. $4/person, adults (16+ must have a license). Pre-registration is required as space is limited.
Find out more »Aquatic Adventures
Join the Naturalist in the Discovery Room of the Center for this exciting adventure! We will head to the docks to use aqua scopes and dip nets to catch critters and fish that call Deep Creek home.
Find out more »Farmers Market
Mountain Fresh Producers Association sponsors "Producer-Only" farmers markets in Oakland. We have fresh fruits, vegetables, berries, baked goods, crafts, jams, jellies, herbs, plants, flowers, and more! Wednesdays & Saturdays June - October 10:00 am to 1:00 pm Downtown Oakland 2nd Street and Town Park Lane Oakland, MD 21550
Find out more »First Impressions at The Discovery Center
Some animals are born with a bad reputation. This interactive program shows that even creepy crawlies have their own important role in nature. Great for all ages!
Find out more »Stage Wisp Concert Series – Expanda Band
Outdoor Stage Wisp 2019 Concert Series wraps up the Summer series featuring Expanda Band! Closing out the Summer is a musical group featuring some of our favorite local artists. Kim, Dan, Shimrock, and friends will take the stage for a fun-filled evening of music and laughs. All are welcome to sing along and dance as we celebrate the qaning daze of Summer. Music will include oldies and newbies as well as some original songs already adored by Garrett County Residents.…
Find out more »Aviary Encounter at the Discovery Center
Join us to learn some interesting facts, hear each bird’s story, and watch these amazing raptors eat!
Find out more »Birding at Sang Run State Park
8:00 a.m. Birding at Sang Run State Park You’ll learn how to bird by sight and by ear as we listen for distinctive songs on the farm. 2 hours Bring binoculars and meet at the kayak put in just past the Friends Store.
Find out more »Meet the Naturalist
10:00 a.m. Meet the Naturalist. Learn about Bird Safe windows, Identification, best feeder practices, Citizen Science options and how to maximize your smart phone for nature. 1 hour
Find out more »Seed Starting 101 at the Discovery Center
Are you curious about how we start our native plants? Join us and learn about seed collection, winter storage, and spring starting. Start a native plant seedling and take it home with you!
Find out more »Farmers Market
Mountain Fresh Producers Association sponsors "Producer-Only" farmers markets in Oakland. We have fresh fruits, vegetables, berries, baked goods, crafts, jams, jellies, herbs, plants, flowers, and more! Wednesdays & Saturdays June - October 10:00 am to 1:00 pm Downtown Oakland 2nd Street and Town Park Lane Oakland, MD 21550
Find out more »Herp Walk at the Discovery Center
.Herp Walk Join the Naturalist to learn how to safely identify native reptiles and amphibians on a walk through park. Approx 1 hour.
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