Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary and the surrounding area is home to 75 known archaeological sites representing 13,000 years of human history. This Native American Heritage Month, join Anne Arundel County Archaeologist Drew Webster for an engaging lecture highlighting four decades of archaeological research at the Sanctuary and what they have revealed about the area's deep…

Your homeschooler is invited to join us as we explore various topics related to the natural spaces of Jug Bay. We delve into nature concepts, spend time outdoors, and have fun learning. Our fall theme is Arthropods. November’s class focuses on Crustaceans. This is a drop-off program. Dress for the weather. Wear comfortable closed-toe shoes.…

Tap into the serenity of a day filled with nature and the camaraderie of women. We will enjoy a leisurely 2-4 mile hike through the woods looking for signs of plants, animals, and the change of seasons. A catered, gourmet lunch will be shared on the historic Riggleman House porch, located on Jug Bay’s newest…

Join an avid Jug Bay birder to learn skills for identifying birds by sight and sound. Novice and experienced birders are welcome on this 2-3 mile walk to explore the forests and wetlands in search of the 250+ species of birds that call Jug Bay home, or migrate through. Wear comfortable walking shoes, dress for…

Join Jug Bay’s 100 Mile Hike Club this year and challenge yourself to hike 100 miles by Dec 31, 2025! The 100 Mile Hiking Club is an opportunity to become healthier, happier individuals with a stronger connection to both the outdoors and the natural world. Our goal is to hike 100 miles in one calendar…

Cancelled – Join Jug Bay canoe guides and bird fanatics,Todd Bethel and Wayne Bierbaum, to discover the abundant bird life in the wetlands of Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary. We will paddle the Patuxent River and some of the smaller branches to look for osprey, bald eagles, red-winged blackbirds, ducks, herons, and many other birds. See…

Join Jug Bay staff and volunteers for our annual Halloween Critter Crawl. Walk down a lantern lit trail through the forest to see different animal and insect displays, and enjoy campfires, s’mores, hayrides, spooky sounds, and nature crafts. Family friendly. Please bring your headlamp or flashlight, and wear your costume if you have one. Entrance…

Not enough time or money to do your dream paddle vacation? Life can sometimes feel like a never-ending loop – you wake up, go to work, run errands, go to sleep. Wash, rinse, and repeat. But every day holds the potential for adventure. Join Jug Bay for a Micro-Adventure paddle. What is that you ask???…

Your homeschooler is invited to join us as we explore various topics related to the natural spaces of Jug Bay. We delve into nature concepts, spend time outdoors, and have fun learning. Our fall theme is Arthropods.  October’s class focuses on Arachnids. This is a drop-off program. Dress for the weather. Wear comfortable closed-toe shoes.…

Gather around a campfire at one of your favorite parks this fall for a series of engaging and informative chats. Each week Park Rangers and local experts will lead discussions on a different theme, exploring topics about conservation, history, culture, music, and more. Bring a portable camp chair and share s’mores and stories by the…