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Women on the Water
Jun 06, 2026 9:30AM—3:30PM
Jug Bay Wetland Sanctuary - Visitor Center 1361 Wrighton Road Lothian, MD 20711
RegisterEnjoy a day of serenity with other women, submersed in the peacefulness of nature. We will enjoy a leisurely canoe paddle on the Patuxent River, where we will look for wildlife and flowering wetland plants along the shoreline. We will paddle in the morning and enjoy a catered lunch at the historic Mount Calvert House,…
View MoreBird Walk
Jun 06, 2026 7:00AM—10:00AM
Jug Bay Wetland Sanctuary - Visitor Center 1361 Wrighton Road Lothian, MD 20711
RegisterImmerse 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…
View MoreCritter Clue Quest: Feathered Findings
Jun 13, 2026 10:00AM—11:30AM
Jug Bay Visitor Center 1361 Wrighton Rd. Lothian, MD 20711
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…
View MoreHomeschool Hikers (6-9) – Healthy Habitats
Jun 17, 2026 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 spring theme is Healthy Habitats. June’s class focuses on Healthy Home Habitats. This is a drop-off program. Dress for the weather. Wear…
View MoreCamp-Jug Bay Forest Discovery Camp
Jun 22, 2026 9:30AM—Jun 26, 2026 1:30AM
Jug Bay Wetland Sanctuary - Visitor Center 1361 Wrighton Road Lothian, MD 20711
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,…
View More100 Mile Hike Club
Jun 26, 2026 2:00PM—4:00PM
Jug Bay Wetland Sanctuary - Visitor Center 1361 Wrighton Road Lothian, MD 20711
RegisterJoin Jug Bay’s 100 Mile Hike Club this year and challenge yourself to hike 100 miles by Dec 31, 2026! 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…
View MoreBird Walk
Jul 04, 2026 7:00AM—10:00AM
Jug Bay Wetland Sanctuary - Visitor Center 1361 Wrighton Road Lothian, MD 20711
RegisterImmerse 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…
View MoreCamp-Jug Bay Nature Explorers Camp
Jul 06, 2026 9:30AM—Jul 10, 2026 3:30AM
Jug Bay Wetland Sanctuary - Visitor Center 1361 Wrighton Road Lothian, MD 20711
Catch frogs, build a fort, seine for fish, walk in a stream, and squish your toes in the marsh! Enjoy outdoor summer fun along the Patuxent River at Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary. Rain or shine, we’ll spend every day outside. Campers will discover nature through exploration, crafts, and games. Ages 8 – 10. Fee $275/child. …
View MoreCamp-Wild Adventurers Nature Camp
Jul 20, 2026 9:30AM—Jul 24, 2026 3:30PM
Jug Bay Wetland Sanctuary - Visitor Center 1361 Wrighton Road Lothian, MD 20711
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…
View More100 Mile Hike Club
Jul 31, 2026 2:00PM—4:00PM
Jug Bay Wetland Sanctuary - Visitor Center 1361 Wrighton Road Lothian, MD 20711
RegisterJoin Jug Bay’s 100 Mile Hike Club this year and challenge yourself to hike 100 miles by Dec 31, 2026! 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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