Public Programs

Current & Upcoming

Mysteries of the Marsh Birding Canoe 

Aug 23, 2025 7:00AM—12:00PM

Jug Bay Wetland Sanctuary - Visitor Center 1361 Wrighton Road Lothian, MD 20711

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 the beautiful…

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100 Mile Hike Club

Aug 29, 2025 2:00PM—4:00PM

Jug Bay Wetland Sanctuary - Visitor Center 1361 Wrighton Road Lothian, MD 20711

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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…

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Free Paddle Play Day

Aug 30, 2025 10:00AM—2:00PM

Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary - Emory Waters Nature Preserve 6032 Pindell Road Lothian, MD 20711

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Families are welcome to join us for a fun day on the water at Emory Waters Nature Preserve! You will have the opportunity to try kayaks, paddle boards, and/or canoes. Water and snacks will be provided. Closed toe shoes are required to paddle. For kayaks and paddle boards, children must be 13 years or older.…

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Bird Walk

Sep 06, 2025 7:00AM—10:00AM

Jug Bay Wetland Sanctuary - Visitor Center 1361 Wrighton Road Lothian, MD 20711

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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…

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Homeschool Hikers – (Arthropods) Insects 

Sep 10, 2025 10:00AM—12:00PM

Jug Bay Wetland Sanctuary - Visitor Center 1361 Wrighton Road Lothian, MD 20711

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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. September’s class focuses on Insects. This is a drop-off program. Dress for the weather. Wear comfortable closed-toe shoes.…

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Stream Water Chemistry

Sep 19, 2025 8:00AM—11:30AM

Jug Bay Wetland Sanctuary - Visitor Center 1361 Wrighton Road Lothian, MD 20711

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Join our Stream Water Chemistry volunteer team to conduct field tests on dissolved oxygen content, and other parameters, at important streams feeding Jug Bay. Water samples are also collected for lab analysis. This is a great way to learn how to use professional equipment, see the park, and become involved in habitat monitoring efforts. Free.…

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Fish of Jug Bay Annual Citizen Science/Kayak Experience

Sep 20, 2025 11:30AM—4:30PM

Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary - Emory Waters Nature Preserve 6032 Pindell Road Lothian, MD 20711

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The poor conditions/rain date is Sunday, Sept 21, 12:00-5:00 pm. Join Jug Bay Volunteer Naturalists in Jug Bay’s newest Participatory Science Survey. See how the fish community in a tidal freshwater marsh reflects the changing tides and discover Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary’s newest property, the Emory Waters Nature Preserve. We will start with a seine…

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Homeschool Hikers – (Arthropods) Insects 

Sep 24, 2025 10:00AM—12:00PM

Jug Bay Wetland Sanctuary - Visitor Center 1361 Wrighton Road Lothian, MD 20711

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. September’s class focuses on Insects.This is a drop-off program. Dress for the weather. Wear comfortable closed-toe shoes. Ages…

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Music By The Marsh – Celebrating 40 Years at Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary

Sep 27, 2025 2:00PM—7:00PM

Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary - Emory Waters Nature Preserve 6032 Pindell Road Lothian, MD 20711

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Join Anne Arundel County Recreation and Parks and Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary in celebrating 40 years of protecting 1,700 acres of unique habitat and wildlife along the Patuxent River through education, research, stewardship, and volunteering. Enjoy a day filled with live music, art and archaeology exhibits, kids activities (Touch a Truck, Hay Stack Climb, crafts), photo…

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Homeschool Hikers – (Arthropods)  Arachnids

Oct 01, 2025 10:00AM—12:00PM

Jug Bay Wetland Sanctuary - Visitor Center 1361 Wrighton Road Lothian, MD 20711

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.…

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Past | Archive

Environmental Teen Leadership Paddle

Aug 11, 2025 9:00AM—Aug 15, 2025 5:00PM

Bird Walk

Aug 02, 2025 7:00AM—10:00AM

Jug Bay Wetland Sanctuary - Visitor Center 1361 Wrighton Road Lothian, MD 20711

Mysteries of the Marsh Family Canoe

Aug 02, 2025 9:00AM—2:00PM

Jug Bay Wetland Sanctuary - Visitor Center 1361 Wrighton Road Lothian, MD 20711

FREE Guided Tour: Discover Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary

Aug 01, 2025 1:00PM—1:30PM

Jug Bay Wetland Sanctuary - Visitor Center 1361 Wrighton Road Lothian, MD 20711

100 Mile Hike Club

Jul 25, 2025 2:00PM—4:00PM

Jug Bay Wetland Sanctuary - Visitor Center 1361 Wrighton Road Lothian, MD 20711

Wild Adventurers Nature Camp 

Jul 21, 2025 9:30AM—Jul 25, 2025 3:30PM

Jug Bay Wetland Sanctuary - Visitor Center 1361 Wrighton Road Lothian, MD 20711