Squirrels are nature’s little gardeners! Learn how their nut-burying habits help grow new trees, then make your own acorn squirrel on November 2, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Patuxent River State Park Nature Center.

Help shape Freedman's State Park! Join us for a planning meeting on Saturday, Oct. 24, 9:30 a.m. to noon at Sandy Spring Museum. Meet the team, share ideas, and drop in for presentations at 9:45 and 11:15 a.m. sandyspringmuseum.org/

Trail Alert! Construction began Monday on the Cemetery Trail and the Flowing Free Trail at Patuxent River State Park. Park staff is removing and replacing two bridges on these trails. Please plan to hike elsewhere during this time, as crossing the creek will not be possible.

Join us for family friendly fun on Fair Hill NRMA's annual tradition, the Spooky Hollow Hike! Our illuminated Osage Orange Tree tunnel brings a magical touch to this 1.5 mile nightime nature walk. To register, email [email protected]

Discover the vibrant variety of trees that call Martinak State Park home during a guided one-mile walk on Saturday, October 17 at 3 p.m.

Here’s a moment of relaxation on a rainy, Sunday evening. Monarch butterflies at Sandy Point State Park!

Fort Frederick State Park event

Weather forecast looks positive! Don't miss our Outdoor Movie Night tomorrow at Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad State Park. Remember to bundle up!

Looking for something to do this October? Check out the following events at Smallwood State Park!

Trail Alert! Construction will begin on Monday on the Cemetery Trail and the Flowing Free Trail at Patuxent River State Park to replace two bridges on these trails. Please plan to hike elsewhere during this time, as crossing the creek will not be possible.

On Saturday, October 24, we’re bringing together the people and organizations who help make Rosaryville such a special place. facebook.com/events/40056178…

Cedarville State Forest program. Free and open to the public!

The sun has set on swim season at Greenbrier State Park! With the swim lines removed from the water, swimming is now prohibited.

The high tide has subsided, so Point Lookout State Park has reopened for the remainder of the day.

Point Lookout State Park is closed due to coastal flooding. We will reopen when the waters subside to a safe level. The campground remains open.

On Friday, September 25, the High Knob area of Gambrill State Park will be closed for hazardous tree maintenance in the immediate area. Visitors may still access other areas of the park, including the trailhead parking lots, North Frederick Overlook, and the Rock Run area.

Please be advised that Susquehanna SP will be conducting ongoing cleanup efforts at the Lapidum Boat Launch Area on Sun., 9/27, beginning at 7:30 a.m. and continuing through the early afternoon. The area will remain open, but visitors are asked to use extra caution!

Fall is almost here at Smallwood! Join us for Gentle Yoga overlooking Mattawoman Creek, craft your own necklace inspired by Piscataway beadwork for Native American Day, learn fire safety and how to use flint & steel, and celebrate fall by decorating a wooden pumpkin cutout!