River fun all day, every day. Experience summer on the Patuxent River in and around the waters of Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary. Nationally certified instructors will build your child’s skills and confidence in canoeing, kayaking, and stand up paddle-boarding (SUPing) all around the beautiful Jug Bay Natural Area of the Patuxent River. The week long…

Join expert Prince George’s County archaeologist Stephanie Sperling in a kayaking expedition to learn about the archaeological and cultural history along the Patuxent River. She will be discussing the results of a recent archaeological survey of Jug Bay, which documented archaeological resources ranging from occupations from 13,000 years ago to the historic period. Stephanie will…

FREE Friday Guided Tour: Discover Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary Join a Jug Bay Naturalist for a free guided tour of the Marsh Boardwalk to discover the wonderful and unique plants and animals found here at the Sanctuary! A brief history of the Sanctuary will be included. Tour is approximately 45 minutes in length and is free…

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…

FREE Friday Guided Tour: Discover Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary Join a Jug Bay Naturalist for a free guided tour of the Marsh Boardwalk to discover the wonderful and unique plants and animals found here at the Sanctuary! A brief history of the Sanctuary will be included. Tour is approximately 45 minutes in length and is free…

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 7 to 9. Fee $250/child. …

Join volunteer Diane Diaz Goebes in a paddle and hike to explore Billingsley Manor and Mt. Calvert, two of the oldest homes in Maryland. Although we won’t be able to go inside, we can admire the architecture and enjoy the spectacular views of these historic properties. Participants must be able to paddle a total of…

FREE Friday Guided Tour: Discover Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary Join a Jug Bay Naturalist for a free guided tour of the Marsh Boardwalk to discover the wonderful and unique plants and animals found here at the Sanctuary! A brief history of the Sanctuary will be included. Tour is approximately 45 minutes in length and is free…

Discover the abundant wildlife in the Patuxent River wetlands with Dad! We’ll paddle up some of the smaller branches of the river to look for beavers, birds, and flowering wetland plants.  Children must be at least 7 years old. Children under 13 must be accompanied by two paddling adults. The child will sit in the…

Honor fathers and welcome Summer with a casual hike through the Sanctuary on the longest day of the year.  We will look for plants and animals along the way. At the end we’ll enjoy the sunset from the observation deck. Meet at the visitor center. Free. Ages 8 and up. Current health guidelines will be…