Archaeology of the Patuxent River: Canoeing through History

Aug 08, 2026 9:00AM—1:00PM

Location

Jug Bay Visitor Center 1361 Wrighton Rd. Lothian, MD 20711

Cost $20.00

Categories

Join archaeologist Drew Webster, from Anne Arundel County’s Cultural Resources Section, in a canoe expedition to learn about the archaeological and cultural history along the Patuxent River. Drew will share how archaeological sites inform us about past ways of life from early occupations over 10,000 years ago to historic times.
The Patuxent River is a relatively slow-moving river, but paddlers must be able to propel the canoe through the water. Participants must be able to:
1. Independently participate in all activities while maintaining an appropriate and safe body position.
2. Manage all personal care and personal mobility independently.
3. Effectively communicate with leaders and other participants.
For your safety you are required to have plenty of water (at least 32 oz per person), sunscreen, sun hat, sunglasses, lunch/snacks, and wear closed toe shoes that can get wet & muddy.  If you lack any of these items, we can deny you participation. Please arrive 15 minutes before the start time. $20 per person. Registration is required and is limited to 14 participants. Ages 13 and older. Under 18 with a parent/guardian. Registration required. Go to https://apm.activecommunities.com/aarecparks/Home  Activity Net #44470. For questions, call 410-222-8006 or email jugbay@aacounty.org.