We need the help of young wildlife detectives for another mission: this time, to investigate the homes that have appeared throughout the sanctuary. From nests, to burrows, to lodges, animals build shelters that can reveal who lives in an area without us ever seeing who made them. In this hands-on program, kids explore replica nests,…

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 spring theme is Healthy Habitats. May’s class focuses on Meadow Health. This is a drop-off program. Dress for the weather. Wear comfortable…

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 spring theme is Healthy Habitats. June’s class focuses on Healthy Home Habitats. This is a drop-off program. Dress for the weather. Wear…

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, on a hike from the Jug Bay Visitor’s Center to the Jug Bay River Farm. Along the hike (approximately 2.5-3 miles) you will…

Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of early morning light along the Patuxent River. Learn skills for identifying birds by sight and sound, all while getting in your steps and breathing the fresh morning air. Novice and experienced birders are welcome on this 2-3 mile walk to explore the forests and wetlands in search of the…

Young sleuths take to the skies, or at least to the treetops, in this bird-themed detective adventure! In Feathered Findings, kids investigate mysterious feather piles, unusual calls, owl pellets, and other clues left behind by Jug Bay’s feathered residents. Through hands-on identification, observation games, and listening challenges, junior ornithologists will discover how to tell which…

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 spring theme is Healthy Habitats. June’s class focuses on Healthy Home Habitats. This is a drop-off program. Dress for the weather. Wear…

Camp registration opens Monday February 9, 2026 at 11 am. Jug Bay camps fill quickly so please register early. Let your child’s curiosity bloom through outdoor summer fun along the Patuxent River at Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary. Stomp in a creek, squish through the marsh, and experience the quiet of the woods. Rain or shine,…

Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of early morning light along the Patuxent River. Learn skills for identifying birds by sight and sound, all while getting in your steps and breathing the fresh morning air. Novice and experienced birders are welcome on this 2-3 mile walk to explore the forests and wetlands in search of the…

Camp registration opens Monday February 9, 2026 at 11 am. Jug Bay camps fill quickly so please register early. Prepare for some wild adventures at Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary. Catch critters in the creek, squish through the marsh, paddle the river, and seine for fish! Learn about the Native Americans who once lived along the…