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Schedule of Events 

@Deep Creek Lake Discovery Center
@New Germany State Park

@Herrington Manor State Park
@Swallow Falls State Park

 


 

Deep Creek Lake Discovery Center

Sunday’s  July 4, 18, 25th    

Art in the Park  No programs on the 11th             ALL DAY JULY 10-11th  ART IN THE PARK - PARK WIDE ART FESTIVAL WITH OVER 40 VENDORS AND FOOD!

11:00 a.m. Birding 101 - Learn birding basics with our naturalist.  How to notice identifying marks in the field, basic calls and the top 10 common birds.  1 hr
1:30 p.m. Aviary Encounter
Join the naturalist at the aviary. The birds will be out of their cages on display. 2 hr

Monday’s July 5, 12, 19, 26th

10:30 a.m. Fishing with a Naturalist Kids 7 and up join us on the shores of the Discovery Center for fishing basics. Poles, bait, and tackle are provided.  $4/person, adults (16 +must have a license). Pre-register as space is limited.  1 ½
11:00 - 2:00 p.m. Traditional Crafts and Demonstrations
at Friend’s Delight at Sang Run Join us for basket weaving, wire name necklace making, tea tasting,  and Dutch oven cooking along the scenic Youghiogheny River.
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Jr. Rangers at Friend’s Delight – Sang Run.  This six week program will cover topics from Birds, leave no trace hiking.  Five weeks required to earn badge.  Open to all kids ages 8-13.  $25.00 per child for full session. Family pricing available.  Only here for the week attend one session for $5.00, must pre register.

Tuesday’s July 6, 13, 20, 27 th  NO GPS Class on the 6th

8:00 a.m. Let’s Go Birding Discover local breeding birds with one of Garrett County’s most avid birders. You’ll learn how to bird by ear and listen for distinctive songs.  Bring binoculars.  Meet at the Discovery Center.   1 ½ hr.
10:30 a.m. Where in the World am I? GPS Class
Get acquainted with your hand held GPS unit. This hands on class will teach you the basics of your GPS unit as well as its other mapping capabilities.  Bring your own unit or borrow one of ours. (We have 5 to lend so sign up early) Free 1 hr.
11:00 - 1:00 p.m.  July 6th Fire tower OPEN
Hike to the fire tower and get to go inside and see the best view of the lake in Garrett County! $2.00 a person
1:00 p.m. Browsing for Butterflies
 
Investigate our State Park gardens with the naturalist looking for and identifying butterflies.  Learn about native plants these butterflies love and ways to improve their habitat.  1 hr.
3:00 p.m. Critter Encounter Join a naturalist to feed the many critters in the Discovery Center such as the fish, turtles, and snakes! Approx. 30 min.

Wednesday’s July 7, 14, 21, 28th    

10:30 a.m. Wildflower Walk Walk around the Discovery Center with the naturalist to learn the many species of flowers in our area.  You will also be able to enjoy our native wildflower tea and learn of some of the medicinal values of these plants.
1:30 p.m. Brant Mine Hike
Guided hike with the naturalist to the historic Brant Mine.  You will see the remnants of a coal mine that was operated in the 1920’s.  You never know what wildlife we will see on the way.
12 p.m. Water Warriors
Meet the naturalist at the beach to wade, test water, look at SAV’s, and look for critters.

Thursday’s July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29th

9 a.m. Morning Canoeing Visit Meadow Mt. cove and learn about the creatures of Garrett Counties wetlands. The naturalists will  cover basic canoeing skills. $10/adult; $5 for age 12 and under. Must pre-register as space is limited. Meet at the Discovery Center 2 hr.
1:00 p.m. Got Cavities?
You don’t need a dentist for these cavities! Hike around the Discovery Center in search of bird and animal cavities, nests, and dens! 30 min.
1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Fire tower OPEN
Hike to the fire tower and get to go inside and see the best view of the lake in Garrett County! $2.00 a person.

Friday’s July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30th

8:00 a.m. Let’s Go Birding at Friend’s Delight.   Discover birds at one of our best birding spots at Friend’s Delight. You’ll also learn how to bird by ear and listen for distinctive songs. Bring binoculars.  Meet at the kayak put in Sang Run. 1 ½ hr
9:30 - 12:30 p.m. July 16th
Dare to Cook with Iron
Must pre register for this class.  $65.00 includes Lodge Dutch Oven to keep $25 with no oven. $65.00 level may sign up as a group.   Call (301) 387-3069 or maney.gale@garrettcollege.edu
1:00 p.m. Black Bears and YOU! 
Take a hike along the Snakeroot Trail while learning all about bears!  Please wear proper footwear for the trail is rocky! Aprox. 1 ½ hrs  

Saturday’s July 3, 17, 24, 31st  

Art in the Park  No programs on the 10th        ALL DAY JULY 10-11th  ART IN THE PARK - PARK WIDE ART FESTIVAL WITH OVER 40 VENDORS AND FOOD!
11:00 a.m. July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31st - Little Guard
For kids age 5-7.
Meet at the beach and learn the skills of a lifeguard.  Kids will run a relay, practice throwing a lifesaving device, how to recognize a troubled swimmer and more. NO swimming required. Cost is $5.00 and includes a T-Shirt and whistle. 1 hr
1:30 p.m. Meet the Naturalist at the Beach
Meet at the beach area for a wade in, seine netting, aquatic bug search and more.  Get wet only if you want to. 1 ½ hr.
7:00 and 9:00 p.m. Campfire Programs: 
Join us for a variety of program topics listed below.

July3rd        7:00 p.m.     Scales and Tales with Steven “Frog” Hughes                                             
July 17th      9:00 p.m.     Astronomy –With Gus Johnson. Meet at the Disc. Center.  Telescopes will be
                                       available.   No Campfire                          
July 24th          7:00 p.m.     Night Sounds – With Aaron Holochwost.
 July 31 st          7:00p.m.    Night Sounds – With Aaron Holochwost.                                                                                                                      

Friend’s Delight and Store: Don’t forget to stop by our new site the Historic Friend’s Store located on Sang Run Road.  Turn off 219 at the WISP and stay on Sang Run Road until the river and you will find us there.  The store is open Saturday’s, Sunday’s and Monday’s 10-4pm.  Step back in time with our penny candy, crafts and demonstrations.  Cold drinks, ice cream, maple syrup, local jams and jellies.

 

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www.discoverycenterdcl.com


 

New Germany State Park

All programs are free of charge unless otherwise indicated.  This schedule is subject to change without notice.  Please contact the park office to confirm program information.

 Thursday, July 1

Bird Walk Lake House, 8:00 a.m.
This may be early, but it’s the best time to hear and spot songbirds. Join our Park Naturalist on a walk around the park and check some birds off your life list! Experienced and beginner birders are welcome. Please bring your own binoculars, although we will have a few loaners.

Junior Rangers Schoolhouse Nature Center, 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
This second session, about taking care of Planet Earth, will feature a service project and teach kids how to take care of their environment. Preregistration is required for the program ($25/first child; $10 each additional child). We can take late registrations if you missed the first session. Ages 7-14.

Friday, July 2

Nature Center Open House, 1:00 – 4:00 P.M.
Come see what the Schoolhouse Nature Center has to offer. The naturalist will have the building open at this time, and will be available to answer questions. Kids can complete a craft during their visit.

Old Time Jam Lake House, 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Musicians and spectators of all ages are invited to gather at the Lake House to share and enjoy traditional folk, bluegrass, and other "old-time" Appalachian music. The jam session will be an informal gathering, where both new and experienced musicians are welcome to "chime in," dance, or just sit back and enjoy the music. If the popularity of this gathering continues, we will likely offer additional sessions.

Saturday, July 3

Would you Survive? Parking Lot # 5, 2:00 p.m.
If you were lost in the woods, could you survive several days without rescue? Our Park Naturalist will lead you out into the woods and show some simple techniques to increase your chance of survival. You will also learn what to include in a hiking survival kit!

Novelty Nose Lake House, 4:30 p.m.
Have you ever wondered how a bear finds its food? Come out to New Germany State Park and explore the life of a Black Bear. Activities and interesting facts will be presented by our Park Naturalist. Get the chance to touch real bear fur and see an actual skull! Kids of all ages are welcomed!

Greg Latta: Folk Music. Lake House, 7:00 p.m.
This seasoned performer hosts a weekly radio show and never fails to draw in the crowds, entertaining the whole family with humor and folk music played on a variety of instruments. Appropriate for all ages.

Sunday, July 4

Wild Dye Rec Hall, 1:00 p.m.
The Park Naturalist will show you 100% Natural Dyes found in the Wild. Participants will be able to purchase and a T-shirt for $2.00- Be creative with the world around you! Pre-registration required due to limited supplies.
  (Please contact Headquarters Office for registration and information) Appropriate for Ages 3+.

Amazing Adaptations Lake House, 4:00 p.m.
Well adapted, owls are designed perfectly for the night! But what makes them so unique? Our Park Naturalist will show you how owls survive in darkness. Come out and see a live owl. Appropriate for all ages.

Monday, July 5

Nature Center Open House, 1:00 – 4:00 P.M.
(See previous)

Thursday, July 8

Bird Walk Lake House, 8:00 a.m.
(See previous)

Junior Rangers, 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
This is part of a six-week program with fun activities for children ages 7-14. Each week features a different topic. Preregistration is required for the program ($25/first child; $10 each additional child). This is the last session for which we can take late registration.

Friday, June 9

Nature Center Open House, 1:00 – 4:00 P.M.
(See previous)

Sat., July 10

A Hummingbird’s Life Lake House, 2:00 p.m.
Have you ever wanted to know the life story of a Hummingbird? Our Park Naturalist will uncover the veiled world of Hummingbirds from birth to death. Also learn ways to attract Hummingbirds to your own backyard. Appropriate for all ages.

Compass Corner Lake House, 4:30 p.m.
Come out to New Germany State Park and learn how to use a compass. Then get a chance to test your skill and find a buried treasure! There is no charge; however, Pre-registration is required due to limited supplies.

People and Plants Schoolhouse Nature Center, 8:30 p.m.
Sunshine Brosi, professor at Frostburg State University, will share her knowledge of how people and plants interact throughout human history and across cultures today.

Sunday, July 11

Smooth n’ Scales Lake House, 1:00 p.m.
Kids! Slither your way over to New Germany State Park for an afternoon of reptiles and amphibians! Get close and personal with native species found in Western Maryland. Also learn about similarities and differences between the two classes of animals.

Thurs., July 15

Bird Walk, 8:00 a.m.

Junior Rangers, 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
(See previous) No new participants can be accepted at this point.

Friday, July 16

Nature Center Open House, 1:00 – 4:00 P.M.

Sat., July 17

Sand Creatures! Beach @ 2:00 p.m.
Grab your buckets and shovels and head out to New Germany State Park! Create a make-believe creature out of sand. Come up with a name and a habitat that matches your creature’s adaptations. The winner of the most creative and believable creature will win a prize!

How Dandy Are They?  Lake House, 4:00 p.m.
Seemingly worthless and annoying weeds, Dandelions are actually quite useful. Join the Park Naturalist in an adventure to uncover the potential! Learn about edible and medicinal uses along with other fun filled facts. Appropriate for all ages.

Bears of Western Maryland Schoolhouse Nature Center, 8:30 p.m.
Clarissa Harris of the Wildlife and Heritage Service has had many interactions with black bears during her career. She will present an informative slide show about black bears and tell you how to share the woods with these amazing animals.

Thurs., July 22

Bird Walk, 8:00 a.m.

Junior Rangers, 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
(See previous)

Friday, July 23

Nature Center Open House, 1:00 – 4:00 P.M.

Sat., July 24

Recipes with Nature Lake House, 2:00 p.m.
This program will open your eyes to something pretty tasty! The Park Naturalist will point out certain edible plants and show how to properly prepare them- Bring your own wild recipes or come to taste something new! Appropriate for all ages.

Introduction to Fly-Fishing Lake House, 4:30 p.m.
Have you ever wanted to learn how to Fly-Fish? Ranger Luke Mongrain will show you how! Bring your own fishing pole and learn certain techniques. Also find out where to go fly-fishing in Garret County. Ages 5+

Scales ‘N Tales Schoolhouse Nature Center, 7:00 p.m.
This popular program features live birds of prey and reptiles. Hear tales about each of these special visitors and learn how to keep wild creatures safe and healthy.

Thurs., July 29

Bird Walk, 8:00 a.m.

Junior Rangers, 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
(See previous)

Friday, July 30

Nature Center Open House, 1:00 – 4:00 P.M.

Saturday, July 31

Saturday Appalachian Artist Series Features Nancy Biggs Lake House, 1:00 – 4:00 P.M.
Ms. Biggs is a watercolor artist who has shown her work at several local galleries. She also teaches children’s art classes. She will demonstrate her work and have art available for purchase. She will also have limited supplies available for children who want to try their hand at painting.

Home Tweet Home Schoolhouse Nature Center 2:00 p.m.
Come to New Germany State Park and see what different birds call home. Learn how you can attract some feathered friends by providing the proper place to stay. Learn different ways to supply housing and feeding opportunities that are beneficial to backyard birds. Age 3+

Hide and Track Lake House, 4:30 p.m.
Join the Park Naturalist on the quest to discover what track belongs to what animal! See if you can tell the difference between the details. Also, learn how to make your own print cast. Ages +3

Going Native in Your Backyard  Schoolhouse Nature Center, 8:00 p.m.
Liz McDowell of the Maryland Native Plant Society will discuss the importance of using native plants in landscaping. Discover the connection between native plants, wildlife and people. Enhance and preserve regional biodiversity by simply 'going native'.

Herrington Manor Events
Click here for program descriptions

 July

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

 

 

 

1.

Scavenger Hunt

All day

 

 

Under the Rocks

1pm

2.

Native Plant Walk

10am

 

Campfire

7pm

3.

Canoe Tour

3pm

 

 

Hayride

6pm

 

4.

Get Fit in the Park Activities

10am

&

1pm

 

 

5.

Birds and Worms

10am

 

 

Nature Nooks

1pm

6.

Shell

-n-

tell

10am

 

Predator, Prey

1pm

7.

Fact or Fiction

10am

 

 

Under the Rocks

1pm

8.

Animal Tracks

10am

 

 

Birds and Worms

1pm

9.

Native Plant Walk

10am

 

Campfire

TBA

10.

Canoe Tour

3pm

 

 

Hayride

6pm

11.

Get Fit in the Park Activities

10am

&

1pm

 

12.

Dragonfly Detectives

10am

 

 

Edible Plant Hike

1pm

 

13.

Scavenger Hunt

All day

 

 

Under the Rocks

1pm

14.

Story and Craft

10am

 

 

Nature Nooks

1pm

15.

Scavenger Hunt

All Day

 

 

Under The Rocks

1pm

 

16.

Native Plant Walk

10am

 

Campfire

TBA

17.

Canoe Tour

3pm

 

 

Hayride

6pm

18.

Get Fit in the Park Activities

10am

&

1pm

 

 19.

Nature Lab

10am

 

Fact or Fiction

1pm

 20.

Every Tree For Itself

10am

Musk-ox Maneuvers

1pm

 21.

Animal Tracks 10am

 

Butterfly Chasers

1pm

 22.

Story and craft

10am

 

Nature Lab

1pm

 

 23.

Native Plant Walk

10am

 

Campfire

TBA 

 24.

Canoe Tour

3pm

 

 

Hayride

6pm

25.

Get Fit in the Park Activities

10am

&

1pm

 

26.

Animal Tracks 10am

 

Butterfly Chasers

1pm

27.

Every Tree For Itself

10am

Musk-ox Maneuvers

1pm

28.

Fact or Fiction

10am

 

Under the Rocks

1pm

29.

Dragonfly Detectives

10am

 

Edible Plant Hike

1pm

 

30

. Native Plant Walk

10am

 

Campfire

TBA 

 

 

 

* Special Event July 4th : A Free Concert Featuring: Indie/experimental band “THE VELCRO LEAVES”.

To be held at the Swallow Falls amphitheatre at 8:00pm, followed by marshmallow roasting in front of the fire –

*Come join in!*

Swallow Falls Events
Click here for program descriptions

July

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

 

 

 

1

Discover The Falls Hike

3pm

2

Campfire

TBA

Special Guest possibilities

3

Predator Prey

2pm

Under The Rocks

4pm

4

Park To Park Hike

8:30am

 

Snake Show

3pm

 

Special Event ******

5

Native Plant Hike

3pm

6

Musk Ox Maneuvers

3pm

7

Snake Show

3pm

8

Interpretive Hike

3pm

9

Campfire

TBA

Special Guest possibilities

10

Butterfly Chasers

2pm

 

Shell-N-Tell

4pm

11

Park To Park Hike

8:30am

Discover The Falls Hike

3pm

 

12

Butterfly Chasers

3pm

13

Birds And Worms

3pm

14

Fact Or Fiction

3pm

15

Discover The Falls Hike

3pm

16

Campfire

     TBA

Special Guest possibilities

17

Scavenger Hunt

All Day

 Nature Craft

2pm 

Snake Show

4pm

18

Park To Park Hike

8:30am

 

Snake Show

3pm

 19

Interpretive Hike

3pm

 20

Nature Craft

3pm

21

Under The Rocks

3pm

22

Snake Show

3pm

 23

Campfire

TBA

Special Guest possibilities

 24

Butterfly Chasers

2pm

 

Shell-N-Tell

4pm

 25

Park To Park Hike

8:30am

Discover The Falls Hike

3pm

 

26

Fact Or Fiction

3pm

27

Musk Ox Maneuvers

3pm

 

28

Native Plant Hike

3pm

29

Discover The Falls Hike

3pm

30

Campfire

TBA

Special Guest possibilities

31

Predator Prey

2pm

 Under The Rocks

4pm

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Park Amenities

State Parks Big
Run
Cassel-
man
Deep
Creek
Herring-
ton
New
Germany
Swallow
Falls
Yough
River
Boats              
Launch *   * * *    
Canoe Rentals       *      
Paddle Boat Rentals       * *    
Rowboat Rentals       * *    
Boat Slips              
Camping              
Improved     * * * *  
Camper Cabins     2     3  
Unimproved *         *  
Drinking Water *   * * * *  
Reservations     * * * *  
Winterized *            
Maximum Sites 30   112   39 65  
RV Sites     26     3  
Play Area *   * * * *  
Fire Ring/Grill *   * * * *  
Tables              
Cabins              
Reservations     * * *    
Furnished Cabins     1 20 11    
Year-round Cabins       * *    
Concessions              
Snack Bar       * *    
Vending     * * * *  
Camp Store       *   *  
Interpretive              
Interpretive Center     * * * *  
Naturalist     * * * *  
Campfire Program     * * * *  
Guided Walks     * * *    
Trails              
Hiking *   * * * * *
X-country ski       * *   *
Horseback              
Nature *   * * * * *
Snowmobile     *        
General              
Picnicking * * * * * *  
Shelters *   * * * *  
Swimming     * * *    
Fishing * * * * * * *
Hunting     * *      
Archery Range              
Winter Activities     * * * *  
Attractions              
Historic   * * * * * *
Scenic * * * * * * *
Water * * * * * * *
  Big
Run
Cassel-
man
Deep
Creek
Herring-
ton
New
Germany
Swallow
Falls
Yough
River
 

 

State Forests Potomac Garrett Savage River
Camping    
Improved    
Camper Cabins    
Unimproved * *
Drinking Water    
Reservations    
Winterized    
Maximum Sites 35 53
RV Sites    
Play Area    
Fire Ring/Grill * *
Tables * *
Cabins    
Reservations    
Furnished Cabins    
Year-round Cabins    
Trails    
Hiking * *
X-country ski    
Horseback * *
Nature * *
Snowmobile * *
General    
Picnicking * *
Shelters *  
Swimming    
Fishing * *
Hunting * *
Archery Range *  
Winter Activities   *
Attractions    
Historic * *
Scenic * *
Water * *

 

 

Contact Information and Directions

Big Run State Park
Grantsville, MD
301-895-5453 or 301-746-8359
Directions: 14 miles south of Grantsville

Casselman River Bridge State Park
Grantsville, MD 
301-895-5453 or 301-746-8359
Directions:  1/4 mile east of Grantsville adjacent to Rt. 40


Deep Creek Lake State Park
Swanton, MD
(301) 387-5563
Directions:  Take Rt. 219 S. to Glendale Road.  Turn left on Glendale Road.  Immediately after crossing the Glendale Bridge, turn left onto State Park Road. Go over small State Park Bridge and you will see the campground office on your right. Continue a short distance and the Discovery Center is the first left past the office. The park entrance to beach, picnic and day-use area and public boat launch ramp is the second left. 


Herrington Manor State Park
Oakland, MD
(301) 334-9180 
DIRECTIONS: Take Rt. 219 south to Mayhew Inn Road. Take right and travel to the end of Mayhew Inn Road. Turn left onto Oakland Sang Run Rd. Follow signs and turn right onto Swallow Falls Road.  Park entrance is about 5 miles on right.


New Germany State Park
Grantsville, MD
(301) 895-5453
DIRECTIONS: Take Rt. 219 south to Glendale Rd.  Turn left onto Glendale Road, cross bridge and bear right and continue to the end of Glendale Rd. Turn left onto Rt. 495 N., then right onto New Germany Rd. Go about 8 miles and turn right into park entrance. Savage River State Forest encompasses much of the Park area. NOTE: Savage River Reservoir is at the bottom of Dry Run Road off 495.


Potomac-Garrett State Forest
301-334-2038
DIRECTIONS: Take Rt. 219 S and travel 4.7 miles to Sand Flat Rd. Turn left and travel 4.4 miles to MD Highway (135) at stop light.  Go straight across through Deer Park and continue onto Boiling Springs Rd. Follow signs. Bear right at Eagle Rock Rd. for about 2 miles and you will see signs for specific areas, such as Lostland Run.


Savage River State Forest
Grantsville, MD 
301-895-
5759

Directions:  MD Rt. 495 to New Germany Road. Follow signs.


Swallow Falls State Park
Oakland, MD
(301) 334-9180 
DIRECTIONS: Take Rt. 219 south to Mayhew Inn Road. Take right and travel to the end of Mayhew Inn Road. Turn left onto Oakland Sang Run Rd. Follow signs and turn right onto Swallow Falls Road.  Park entrance is about 1 mile on right.


Youghiogheny Wild & Scenic River
Swanton, MD
301-387-5563
Directions: MD Rt. 495 to New Germany Road.  Follow signs.

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