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The Archaeology of the Patuxent River: Kayaking through History

Aug 29, 2020 9:00AM—1:00PM

Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary 1361 Wrighton Rd Lothian, MD 20711

Join a County archaeologist in a kayaking expedition to learn about the archaeological and cultural history along the Patuxent River. He/She will be discussing the results of recent archaeological surveys of Jug Bay, which documented archaeological resources ranging from occupations from 13,000 years ago to the historic period. The archaeologist will share how these archaeological…

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4th Sunday Hike – Forest Hike

Aug 23, 2020 10:00AM—12:00PM

Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary 1361 Wrighton Rd. Lothian, MD 20711

Join Jug Bay long-time volunteer naturalist, Diane Goebes, on a forest hike to discover less visited areas of Jug Bay. All ages but participants must be able to walk approximately 3 miles. Free with $6 per vehicle park admission. Registration required.

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Mysteries of the Marsh – Sunrise Birding Kayak

Aug 15, 2020 5:00AM—9:00AM

Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary - Jug Bay Farm Preserve 6032 Pindell Road Lothian, MD 20711

Doubly Delightful!! Join a Jug Bay birder extraordinaire at Jug Bay’s newest property, the Jug Bay Farm Preserve (JBFP). We will launch kayaks from the farm pier and paddle south on the Patuxent River. Be ready to explore wetlands and shoreline for the abundant bird life the area attracts. Bring your cameras and binos. Please arrive…

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Cancelled: Passport Parks Camp

Aug 10, 2020 9:00AM—Aug 14, 2020 4:00PM

Cancelled. Adventure through a different Anne Arundel County Park every day. Our county rangers will share the best of each of the parks!  Explore the woods, kayak and fish in the rivers, find new places to swim, even take a boat ride through the wetlands! Summertime fun at its finest right here at home! We…

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2nd Saturday Evening Hike – Mystery Hike

Aug 08, 2020 5:00PM—7:00PM

Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary 1361 Wrighton Rd. Lothian, MD 20711

Join Jug Bay volunteer naturalist Mike Quinlan on a mystery hike of the sanctuary. Topic and hike to be determined by participants. Our challenge will be to seek out the topic. Come with ideas. All ages. Be prepared to walk approximately 2 miles. Free with $6 per vehicle park admission. Registration required.

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Mysteries of the Marsh – Full Sturgeon Moon Paddle

Aug 01, 2020 6:00PM—10:00PM

Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary
1361 Wrighton Rd.
Lothian, MD 20711

The Full Moon for August is called Sturgeon Moon because Native Americans knew that the giant sturgeon of the Great Lakes and Lake Champlain were most readily caught during this full Moon. These prehistoric-looking fish have been traced back to around 136 million years ago and many people call them “living fossils.” Join us for a…

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Bird Walk

Aug 01, 2020 8:00AM—11:00AM

Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary 1361 Wrighton Rd Lothian, MD 20711

Join avid birder and Jug Bay volunteer, Brad Mann, to learn skills for identifying birds by sight and sound on a guided hike. Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather. Please bring a COVID mask. Limited to 10 participants. Registration required. Ages 12 and older. Fee: $6 per vehicle park entrance fee.

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Patuxent River Adventure Camp II

Jul 27, 2020 9:30AM—Jul 31, 2020 3:30PM

River fun all day, every day. Experience summer on the Patuxent River in and around Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary. Build skills in kayaking, canoeing, and stand-up paddle boarding. Explore the wetlands and learn about the creatures who call Jug Bay home. Create your own cardboard boat and see if it floats! End the week with…

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