Bring the little ones for an opportunity to practice a variety of skills and explore nature! Each class focuses on a different topic and follows the same basic structure. We begin with a story, head outside for some movement and exploration, and finish with a craft or hands on activity. We look, listen, feel, and…

April has been declared Archaeology Month in Maryland. Archaeology is the scientific study of past human life and culture by the recovery and examination of remaining material evidence. Join archaeologist Drew Webster, from the Anne Arundel County’s Cultural Resources Section, to celebrate Archaeology Month with a hike from the Jug Bay Visitor’s Center to the…

What mammals inhabit our fascinating marshes at Jug Bay? Find out, and perhaps see some in person, on an evening hike through the woods and along the edge of the marsh. Join Chuck Hatcher, Jug Bay’s resident otter expert for a 1-3 mile walk. Look and listen for signs of activity while Chuck shares interesting…

Spend the day learning how to identify invasive garlic mustard and join staff Naturalists and volunteers in a large, single day effort to remove as much Garlic Mustard as possible from our Glendening Nature Preserve. Participants will also learn a Sanctuary favorite recipe for Garlic Mustard pesto and join the Jug Bay staff for a…

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…

Your homeschooler is invited to join us as we explore a variety of topics related to the natural spaces of Jug Bay. Our goal is to spend ample time outdoors, delve into various topics, and have some fun learning. This spring our (4) programs will cover a variety of topics related to Who Lives at…

Join Jug Bay’s 100 Mile Hike Club this year and challenge yourself to hike 100 miles by Dec 31, 2024! 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 due to weather – Join volunteer naturalist Diane Diaz Goebes in searching for ospreys as they return to Jug Bay from Central and South America. Learn about their habits through a short presentation. An easy hike will follow, making various stops along the way to observe these magnificent birds. Cost $5 pp. Includes park…

Bring the little ones for an opportunity to practice a variety of skills and explore nature! Each class focuses on a different topic and follows the same basic structure. We begin with a story, head outside for some movement and exploration, and finish with a craft or hands on activity. We look, listen, feel, and…

Join Jug Bay Volunteer and Maryland Master Naturalist, Mike Quinlan, to welcome in the new spring season and enjoy a rare, after hours visit to the Sanctuary. The official change in season from winter to spring occurs on Tuesday, March 19, 2024, at 11:06 pm, and is called the Vernal Equinox. The Vernal Equinox marks…