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Archaeology of the Patuxent River: Kayaking through History

Jun 29, 2024 9:00AM—1:00PM

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

Join archaeologist Drew Webster, from Anne Arundel County’s Cultural Resources Section, in a kayaking expedition to learn about the archaeological and cultural history along the Patuxent River. Drew will share how archaeological sites inform us about past ways of life from early occupations over 10,000 years ago to historic times. The Patuxent River is a…

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100 Mile Hike Club – Guided Friday Hike

Jun 28, 2024 2:00PM—5:00PM

Sanctuary Proper

Join Jug Bay’s 100 Mile Hike Club this year and challenge yourself to hike 100 miles by Dec 31, 2024! 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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Slime molds of Jug Bay!

Jun 23, 2024 10:00AM—1:00PM

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

Join Mycologist Serenella Linares in a lecture and walk to examine the life cycle and ecology of slime molds. What are these creatures that appear and disappear in a matter of hours? When can you find them? Learn also how the intelligence of one slime mold can be compared to the team of engineers that…

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Women on the Water (WOW) Kayak 

Jun 22, 2024 9:30AM—3:30PM

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

Enjoy a day of serenity spent with other women, submersed in the peacefulness of nature. We will enjoy a  leisurely kayak paddle on the Patuxent River, where we will look for wildlife and flowering wetland plants along the shoreline. We will enjoy a gourmet catered lunch at the historic Riggleman House, located on Jug Bay’s…

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Jug Bay Paddle-A-Thon

Jun 08, 2024 6:00AM—5:00PM

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

Put your paddling skills to the test this summer by joining Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary for a paddle on the Patuxent River, Maryland's longest and most beautiful river. The Patuxent River Paddle-A-Thon will feature an 11 mile paddle. Paddlers are encouraged to bring their own gear, however, there are a limited number of kayaks, canoes,…

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Homeschool Hikers – Spring Series

Jun 05, 2024 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 a variety of topics related to the natural spaces of Jug Bay. Our goal is to spend ample time outdoors, delve into various topics, and have some fun learning. This spring our (4) programs will cover a variety of topics related to Who Lives at…

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Mysteries of the Marsh Canoe

Jun 01, 2024 10:00AM—2:00PM

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

Discover the abundant wildlife and plants at the wetlands of Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary. We will paddle the Patuxent River and some of the smaller branches to look for beavers, muskrats, osprey, bald eagles, red winged black birds, ducks, and many other animals. See the beautiful colors of plants blooming in the wetlands and along…

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Bird Walk

Jun 01, 2024 7:00AM—10:00AM

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

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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100 Mile Hike Club – Guided Friday Hike

May 31, 2024 2:00PM—5:00PM

Sanctuary Proper

Join Jug Bay’s 100 Mile Hike Club this year and challenge yourself to hike 100 miles by Dec 31, 2024! 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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Spring fungi finds: rusts, jellies, lichens, oh my!

May 25, 2024 10:00AM—12:00PM

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

Spring awakening is here and it is a wonderful time to witness the lichens and rusts that sneak in between the flower explosion. Join Mycologist Serenella Linares in this slow paced adventure to notice the small creatures hiding in plain sight! Please dress for the weather and bring a hand lens if you have one.…

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