Exploring & Preserving Maryland's Natural Treasures
This presentation from Dr. Wall a professor of Archaeology at Towson University will explore the exciting work that has been done at the Baton Site in western Maryland. This site has yielded exceptional Archaeological information over the years and thanks to new technologies such as the Paleo Digger has been the site of incredible finds […]
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Learn about our native bees with the FWS Pollinator experts at the USGS Bee Lab, a unique federal facility dedicated entirely to supporting science for North America’s roughly 4,000 species of native bees. These are the only biologists within the Department of the Interior with the specific taxonomic expertise required to identify native bees down […]
Cost: $0-7
It’s not a problem to work up a thirst on this birding hike. Let’s check out the property of Waredaca Brewing Company, looking for great blue herons, green herons, and various species of hawks, warblers, vireos, and flycatchers. And as a bonus, our hike ends in the taproom, sharing lunch with new birding friends. The […]
Cost: $10-15
Community Science Field Experiences For the Family Open to the Public
ExStream Fun
Cost: $0
Interested in raising butterflies and moths at home? Join us to learn the proper practices for successfully caring for these fascinating insects through every stage of their life cycle, from egg to caterpillar to chrysalis or cocoon, and finally to adult butterfly or moth. In this program, we will cover: Choosing and identifying proper host […]
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Escape the heat of the day and enjoy the outdoors at night for an evening of moth watching at BeeTree Preserve! Join our team of moth-seeking volunteers and experts as we marvel at what moths, beetles, and other insects are lured to our viewing area by an irresistible mercury vapor light. We never know what […]
Cost: $0-10
You are never fully dressed without a fossilized shark tooth necklace you make yourself! Drop into the museum between 10-2 to create a wearable piece of history featuring an authentic Otodus shark tooth from Morocco—an ancient ancestor of the massive megalodon. For centuries, shark teeth have been worn as symbols of protection, strength, and effortless cool. We provide all […]
Cost: $15-20
How big is your shark tooth collection? If your answer is between zero and a thousand, join us to search for fossil treasures at Stratford Hall. With private beach access and help from expert volunteers, this trip is a unique opportunity for those looking to learn about ancient life in this area and perfect their […]
Cost: $30-40
Once upon a time, three islands floated in the Chesapeake Bay to the east of Baltimore. While looking like tiny scraps of land to most people, others saw potential. Thirty years and 90 million cubic yards of material later, Hart-Miller Island was born. The Army Corps of Engineers and Maryland Department of Natural Resources rebuilt […]
Cost: $0-10
Once upon a time, three islands floated in the Chesapeake Bay to the east of Baltimore. While to most people they looked like tiny scraps of land, others saw potential. Thirty years and 90 million cubic yards of material later, Hart-Miller Island was born. The Army Corps of Engineers and the Maryland Department of Natural […]
Cost: $0-10