Mysteries of the Marsh – Fall Foliage Canoe – CANCELLED

Oct 16, 2021 2:00PM—6:00PM

Location

Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary 1361 Wrighton Rd Lothian, MD 20711

Cost $20 pp

Categories

CANCELLED – The marsh is getting ready to go dormant for the year, but is not finished yet! We’ll look for late season flowers, migratory birds, beaver, otter, and other wildlife. Children must be at least 7 years old. Children under 13 must be accompanied by two paddling adults. The child will sit in the middle of the canoe with adults paddling. Trips are 4 hours long and include: general orientation, basic paddling lesson, up to 0.5 mile walk to canoes/kayaks, launching canoes, and paddling. Paddlers can expect to actively paddle for 2 to 2.5 hours.
The Patuxent River is a relatively slow-moving river, but paddlers must be able to propel the canoe or kayak through the water. Participants must be able to:
•    Independently participate in all activities while maintaining an appropriate and safe body position.
•    Manage all personal care and personal mobility independently.
•    Effectively communicate with leaders and other participants.
Please arrive 15 minutes before the start time. Bring plenty of water, snack, sunscreen, sun hat, sunglasses, lunch/snack, and closed toed shoes that can get wet. Ages: 7 and older. $20 per person. Registration and current health guidelines required. To register go to https://apm.activecommunities.com/aarecparks/Home  Activity Net #26677. For questions, call 410-222-8006 or email jugbay@aacounty.org.