Tue. July 1
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 as we stroll through DCLSP.
Bring binoculars. 1 ½ hr.
10:00am -12:00pm Fire Tower Tours:
Join park staff and volunteers as they guide
you through our newly renovated fire tower. Learn of Maryland’s fire
history and gain great views of Deep Creek Lake. $2.00 per person.
Meet at the fire tower. Open for 2 hours
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
Wed. July 2
11:00 a.m. Wildflowers and Medicinal Plants Wonder what is growing
in your back yard? We will stroll around the Discovery Center looking
for blooming plants and discuss their medicinal and edible uses. 1
1/2hrs
1:30 p.m. Historic Brant Mine Hike. Hike along Meadow Mountain to
visit this old mine site that operated in the 1920s. Also, check out
wildflowers and song birds on the way! This moderate trail is rocky, so
wear appropriate footwear. 2 miles Approx. 1 ½ hrs.
Thurs. July 3
1:30 Happy Herps! Ever wonder what is hopping and crawling
across roads during the night? Want to know how to tell a poisonous
snake and the rest? Come see and learn about lots of live specimens! You
never know what Amo and Frog will have! 45 min.
7:30 pm Twilight Canoeing w/ the Naturalists Visit Meadow Mt. cove
and learn about the night sounds of Garrett County wetlands.
$10/adult; $5 for age 12 and under. Must pre-register as space
is limited. Meet at the Discovery Center. 1 ½ hr.
Fri. July 4
11:00 a.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.
12-4pm Hourly Encounters. Join a naturalist at the top of each hour
to meet one of our center critters up close and personal. Meet on the
deck at 12, 1, 2, 3 and 4pm.
8p.m. Owl Prowl. Join our Naturalist at Herrington Manor State
Park for an evening Program in search of owls. Enjoy a night sounds
program and then go outside to call in barred owls. Meet at the main
office at Herrington Manor.
Sat. July 5
11:00 a.m. Black Bears and YOU! Take a hike along the Snakeroot
Trail while learning all about bears! Also get to touch a bear skin and
skull. Please wear proper footwear for the trail is rocky!
Aprox. 1 ½ hrs.
1:30 Meet the Naturalist at the Beach!!
Meet the naturalist at the beach area for seine netting, aquatic bug
search and more. Get wet only if you want to. 1 ½ hr.
7p.m. Campfire: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly! Join
Frog and Amo for a Scales n Tales presentation at the Amphitheater. You
will see live critters like snakes, a red-tailed hawk, and an owl! Come
early and roast marshmallows. In case of rain, the program will be
held in the Discovery Room below the Discovery Center. Approx. 45
Sun. July 6
10:00am -12:00pm Fire Tower Tours:
Join park staff and volunteers as they guide
you through our newly renovated fire tower. Learn of Maryland’s fire
history and gain great views of Deep Creek Lake. $2.00 per person.
Meet at the fire tower. Open for 2 hours
11:00 p.m Reading Naturalist
Join Park Staff to read
a story about nature and then get to make a craft or explore nature
outside or both! The book titles and craft/hike rotates.
30-45 min. $2.00 per child
1:30p.m. Aviary Encounter Join
the naturalists and volunteers for this up close and personal look at
our birds of prey. The birds will be perched in the open for photographs
and unobstructed viewing. Naturalists will be cleaning and caring for
the animals as you get an exclusive look behind the scenes. Approx. 1
½ hr
Mon.
July 7
9:00 a.m. Coffee with the Ranger Join
park staff for coffee and snacks. Ask questions, learn fun facts, meet
our volunteers and pick up our weekly schedule. 1 hour Discovery
Center
10:30 am Fishing with the Naturalist Join us at
the shores of the Discovery Center for fishing basics like knot tying
and casting. Poles, bait, and tackle are provided. $4/person,
adults and kids 7 and up. Pre-register as space is limited. 1 ½ hr.
1:30 p.m. Critter Encounter Watch us feed toads, turtles, and fish!
Meet in the Discovery Center to watch (and maybe help!) a naturalist
feed some of our critters! Then venture to the aviary and watch us care
for and feed the red-tailed hawks and owl. 30 min
Tues. July 8
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 as we stroll through DCLSP.
Bring binoculars. 1 ½ hr.
10:00am -12:00pm Fire Tower Tours:
Join park staff and volunteers as they guide
you through our newly renovated fire tower. Learn of Maryland’s fire
history and gain great views of Deep Creek Lake. $2.00 per person.
Meet at the fire tower. Open for 2 hours
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
Wed. July 9
11:00 a.m. Wildflowers and Medicinal Plants
Wonder what is growing in your back yard? We will stroll around the
Discovery Center looking for blooming plants and discuss their medicinal
and edible uses. 1 1/2hrs
1:30 p.m. Historic Brant Mine
Hike. Hike along Meadow Mountain to visit this old mine site that
operated in the 1920s. Also, check out wildflowers and song birds on
the way! This moderate trail is rocky, so wear appropriate footwear. 2
miles Approx. 1 ½ hrs.
Thurs. July 10
7:30 p.m. Twilight Canoeing w/ the
Naturalists Visit Meadow Mt. cove and learn about the night sounds
of Garrett County wetlands. $10/adult; $5 for age 12 and under.
Must pre-register as space is limited. Meet at the Discovery
Center. 1 ½ hr.
Fri. July 11
11:00 a.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.
8p.m.Owl Prowl. Join our Naturalist at Herrington Manor State
Park for an evening Program in search of owls. Enjoy a night sounds
program and then go outside to call in barred owls. Meet at the main
office at Herrington Manor.
Sat. July 12
11:00 – 5:00
ART-IN-THE-PARK A free event
featuring beautiful artwork, exceptional crafts, food and beverages.
Watch the wood turning and wool felt making demonstrations. Local
musicians perform throughout the day.
Come by and tie-dye or decorate your own art-in-the-park t-shirt.
Sun. July 13
12:00 – 4:00
ART-IN-THE-PARK A free event
featuring beautiful artwork, exceptional crafts, food and beverages.
Watch the wood turning and wool felt making demonstrations. Local
musicians perform throughout the day. Come by and tie-dye or
decorate your own art-in-the-park t-shirt.
Mon. July 14
9:00 a.m. Coffee with the Ranger
Join park staff for coffee and snacks. Ask
questions, learn fun facts,
meet our volunteers and pick up our weekly schedule. 1 hour Discovery Center
10:30 am Fishing with the
Naturalist Join us at the shores of the Discovery Center for
fishing basics like knot tying and casting. Poles, bait, and tackle are
provided. $4/person, adults and kids 7 and up. Pre-register as
space is limited. 1 ½ hr.
1:30 p.m. Critter Encounter
Watch us feed toads, turtles, and fish! Meet in the Discovery Center to
watch (and maybe help!) a naturalist feed some of our critters! Then
venture to the aviary and watch us care for and feed the red-tailed
hawks and owl. 30 min
Tues. July 15
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 as we stroll through DCLSP. Bring binoculars. 1 ½ hr.
10:00am -12:00pm Fire Tower Tours:
Join park staff and volunteers as they
guide you through our newly renovated fire tower. Learn of Maryland’s
fire history and gain great views of Deep Creek Lake. $2.00 per
person. Meet at the fire tower. Open for 2 hours
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.
Wed. July 16
11:00 a.m. Wildflowers and Medicinal Plants
Wonder what is growing in your back yard? We will stroll around the
Discovery Center looking for blooming plants and discuss their medicinal
and edible uses. 1 1/2hrs
1:30 p.m. Historic Brant Mine
Hike. Hike along Meadow Mountain to visit this old mine site that
operated in the 1920s. Also, check out wildflowers and song birds on
the way! This moderate trail is rocky, so wear appropriate footwear. 2
miles Approx. 1 ½ h
Thurs.
July 17
1:30 Happy Herps! Ever wonder what is hopping and
crawling across roads during the night? Want to know how to tell a
poisonous snake and the rest? Come see and learn about lots of live
specimens! You never know what Amo and Frog will have! 45 min.
7:30 pm Twilight Canoeing w/ the
Naturalists Visit Meadow Mt. cove and learn about the night sounds
of Garrett County wetlands. $10/adult; $5 for age 12 and under.
Must pre-register as space is limited. Meet at the Discovery
Center. 1 ½ hr.
Fri. July 18
11:00 a.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.
12-4pm Hourly Encounters. Join
a naturalist at the top of each hour to meet one of our center critters
up close and personal. Meet on the deck at 12, 1, 2, 3 and 4pm.
8p.m.Owl Prowl. Join our Naturalist at Herrington Manor State
Park for an evening Program in search of owls. Enjoy a night
sounds program and then go outside to call in barred owls. Meet at
the main office at Herrington Manor
Sat. July 19
9:30 Special Permit Class
Deep Creek
Lake Management
Staff will give a power-point presentation about obtaining a special
permit for making improvements on the state-owned buffer strip.
Discovery Room 1 hr.
11:00 a.m. Chat w/ Lake Manager Bring your questions and comments and chat with Manager Carolyn
Mathews. Meet at the Discovery Center.
11:00 a.m.
Black Bears and YOU! Take a hike along the Snakeroot Trail while
learning all about bears! Also get to
touch a bear skin and skull. Please wear proper footwear for
the trail is rocky!
Aprox. 1 ½ hrs.
1:30 Meet the Naturalist at the
Beach!! Meet the naturalist at the beach
area for cast netting, aquatic bug search and more. Get wet only if you
want to. 1 ½ hr.
9:00 p.m. Campfire:
ASTRONOMY with Gus Johnson.
Ever wonder what that shape in the sky may be or what the planets look
like through a telescope. Well you are in luck. Join us in the parking
lot of the Discovery Center and be treated to a guided tour of the
stars. Telescopes provided. 1 ½ hour
Sun. July 20
10:00am -12:00pm
Fire Tower Tours: Join park staff
and volunteers as they guide you through our newly renovated fire
tower. Learn of Maryland’s fire history and gain great views of Deep
Creek Lake. $2.00 per person. Meet at the fire tower. Open for 2
hours
11:00 p.m Reading Naturalist
Join Park Staff to read
a story about nature and then get to make a craft or explore nature
outside or both! The book titles and craft/hike rotates.
30-45 min. $2.00 per child
1:30p.m. Aviary Encounter
Join the naturalists and volunteers for this
up close and personal look at our birds of prey. The birds will be
perched in the open for photographs and unobstructed viewing.
Naturalists will be cleaning and caring for the animals as you get an
exclusive look behind the scenes. Approx. 1 ½ hr
Mon. July 21
9:00 a.m. Coffee with the Ranger
Join park staff for coffee and snacks. Ask
questions, learn fun facts,
meet our volunteers and pick up our weekly schedule. 1 hour Discovery Center
10:30 am Fishing with the
Naturalist Join us at the shores of the Discovery Center for
fishing basics like knot tying and casting. Poles, bait, and tackle are
provided. $4/person, adults and kids 7 and up. Pre-register as
space is limited. 1 ½ hr.
1:30 p.m. Critter Encounter
Watch us feed toads, turtles, and fish! Meet in the Discovery Center to
watch (and maybe help!) a naturalist feed some of our critters! Then
venture to the aviary and watch us care for and feed the red-tailed
hawks and owl. 30 min.
Tues. July 22
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 as we stroll through DCLSP. Bring binoculars. 1 ½ hr.
10:00am -12:00pm Fire Tower Tours:
Join park staff and volunteers as they
guide you through our newly renovated fire tower. Learn of Maryland’s
fire history and gain great views of Deep Creek Lake. $2.00 per
person. Meet at the fire tower. Open for 2 hours
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.
Wed. July 23
11:00 a.m. Wildflowers and Medicinal Plants
Wonder what is growing in your back yard? We will stroll around the
Discovery Center looking for blooming plants and discuss their medicinal
and edible uses. 1 1/2hrs
1:30 pm Historic Brant Mine Hike. Hike along Meadow Mountain to visit this old mine site that operated
in the 1920s. Also, check out wildflowers and song birds on the way!
This moderate trail is rocky, so wear appropriate footwear. 2 miles
Approx. 1 ½ hrs.
Thurs. July 24
1:30 Happy Herps! Ever wonder what is
hopping and crawling across roads during the night? Want to know how to
tell a poisonous snake and the rest? Come see and learn about lots of
live specimens! You never know what Amo and Frog will have! 45 min.
7:30 pm Twilight Canoeing w/ the
Naturalists Visit Meadow Mt. cove and learn about the night sounds
of Garrett County wetlands. . $10/adult; $5 for age 12 and under.
Must pre-register as space is limited. Meet at the Discovery
Center. 1 ½ hr.
Fri. July 25
11:00 a.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.
12-4pm Hourly Encounters. Join
a naturalist at the top of each hour to meet one of our center critters
up close and personal. Meet on the deck at 12, 1, 2, 3 and 4pm."
8p.m.Owl Prowl. Join our Naturalist at Herrington Manor State
Park for an evening Program in search of owls. Enjoy a night sounds
program and then go outside to call in barred owls. Meet at the main
office at Herrington Manor.
Sat. July 26
11:00 a.m. Black Bears and YOU! Take a hike along the Snakeroot
Trail while learning all about bears!
Also get to touch a bear skin and skull. Please wear proper footwear
for the trail is rocky!
Aprox. 1 ½ hrs.
1:30 Meet the Naturalist at the Beach!!
Meet the naturalist at the beach area for seine netting, aquatic bug
search and more. Get wet only if you want to. 1 ½ hr.
7p.m. Campfire: The Good, the Bad,
and the Ugly! Join Frog and Amo for a Scales n Tales presentation
at the Amphitheater. You will see live critters like snakes, a
red-tailed hawk, and an owl! Come early and roast marshmallows. In
case of rain, the program will be held in the Discovery Room below the
Discovery Center. Approx. 45
Sun. July 27
10:00am -12:00pm
Fire Tower Tours: Join park staff
and volunteers as they guide you through our newly renovated fire
tower. Learn of Maryland’s fire history and gain great views of Deep
Creek Lake. $2.00 per person. Meet at the fire tower. Open for 2
hours
11:00 p.m Reading Naturalist
Join Park Staff to read
a story about nature and then get to make a craft or explore nature
outside or both! The book titles and craft/hike rotates. 30-45 min. $2.00 per child
1:30p.m. Aviary Encounter
Join the naturalists and volunteers for this
up close and personal look at our birds of prey. The birds will be
perched in the open for photographs and unobstructed viewing.
Naturalists will be cleaning and caring for the animals as you get an
exclusive look behind the scenes. Approx. 1 ½ hr
Mon.
July 28
9:00 a.m. Coffee with the Ranger
Join park staff for coffee and snacks. Ask
questions, learn fun facts,
meet our volunteers and pick up our weekly schedule. 1 hour
Discovery Center10:30 am Fishing with the
Naturalist Join us at the shores of the Discovery Center for
fishing basics like knot tying and casting. Poles, bait, and tackle are
provided. $4/person, adults and kids 7 and up. Pre-register as
space is limited. 1 ½ hr.1:30 p.m. Critter Encounter
Watch us feed toads, turtles, and fish! Meet in the Discovery Center to
watch (and maybe help!) a naturalist feed some of our critters! Then
venture to the aviary and watch us care for and feed the red-tailed
hawks and owl. 30 min
Tues. July 29
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 as we stroll through DCLSP. Bring
binoculars. 1 ½ hr.
10:00am
-12:00pm Fire Tower Tours: Join
park staff and volunteers as they guide you through our newly renovated
fire tower. Learn of Maryland’s fire history and gain great views of
Deep Creek Lake. $2.00 per person. Meet at the fire tower. Open for
2 hours
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.
Wed. July 30
11:00 a.m. Wildflowers and Medicinal Plants
Wonder what is growing in your back yard? We will stroll around the
Discovery Center looking for blooming plants and discuss their medicinal
and edible uses. 1 1/2hrs
1:30 p.m. 1:30 pm Historic Brant
Mine Hike. Hike along Meadow Mountain to visit this old mine site
that operated in the 1920s. Also, check out wildflowers and song birds
on the way! This moderate trail is rocky, so wear appropriate footwear.
2 miles Approx. 1 ½ hrs.
Thurs. July 31
1:30 Happy Herps! Ever wonder what is
hopping and crawling across roads during the night? Want to know how to
tell a poisonous snake and the rest? Come see and learn about lots of
live specimens! You never know what Amo and Frog will have! 45 min.
7:30 pm Twilight Canoeing w/ the
Naturalists Visit Meadow Mt. cove and learn about the night sounds
of Garrett County wetlands. $10/adult; $5 for age 12 and under.
Must pre-register as space is limited. Meet at the Discovery
Center. 1 ½ hr.
