Patuxent Research Refuge
Public Programs
May 2012
REGISTRATION
All programs are FREE, however, donations to The Friends of Patuxent are
greatly appreciated! Note: These public programs are designed for
individuals/families. Most programs DO require advance reservations. Please call 301-497-5887 to make your reservation.
Please advise the Refuge of any special needs so that you may be accommodated.
Visit http://patuxent.fws.gov for directions or more information.Programs Held at the Patuxent North Tract EntranceThe North Tract is located on Rt. 198 between the Baltimore-Washington Parkway and Rt. 32, east of Laurel.
Weed Warriors Wednesday, May 2nd, 1-3pm, Ages 14+ Wednesday, May 16th, 1-3pm, Ages 14+Non-native invasive plants are threatening our wildlife habitat.
YOU are invited to help stop them from spreading!
Bring gloves and water(and hand tools if available).
Spring Stirrings!
Sunday, May 6th, 8:30-10:30am, Ages 6+
What is that noise? Is someone singing? Join Refuge staff to look and
listen for the sights and sounds of familiar residents and new visitors.
Maryland Mammals
Saturday, May 19th, 10-11:30am, All Ages
Join a park ranger on a hike through Patuxent's ponds, rivers, and
woodlands searching for mammals. Discover the mammals of Maryland, their characteristics and how they have adapted to Maryland's steamy summers and chilly winters.
Butterflies: Nature's Festival of Colors
Saturday, May 12th, 8:30-11am, Ages 10+
Saturday, May 26th, 8:30-11am, Ages 10+
Discover the role that butterflies play in the ecosystem and learn to
identify several common to Maryland on this guided 2.5 mile walk. Field
guide recommended. Bring water and dress for the outdoors.
"Tree ID 101" Hike
Sunday, May 20th, 1-3pm, Ages 6+
Have you always wanted to learn to identify your local trees, but didn't
know where to start? Join a naturalist to discover how easy it is to
identify some of Maryland's local trees by leaf, bark and flower in this
informative hike.
Herp Search
Saturday, May 26th, 12:00-1:30pm, All Ages
Join a refuge naturalist on this guided search for reptiles and
amphibians. Wear good walking shoes!
Night Hike
Saturday, May 26th, 8-9:30pm, Ages 5+
Discover the nighttime world of the refuge as you look and listen for nocturnal animals on this guided walk.
Bird Walk
Sunday, May 27th, 8:15-10:15am, All Ages
Search for birds in several refuge habitats on this guided hike. Field guides and binoculars recommended.
Programs Held at the National Wildlife Visitor Center
The Visitor Center is located on Powder Mill Road between the Baltimore-Washington Parkway and Rt. 197, south of Laurel.
Springtime Surprises Puppet Show
Friday, May 4th, 11:30am & 3:00pm, All Ages
Join a very special American Toad on a springtime day at Patuxent as he bumps into old and new friends after a long winter. No Registration Necessary.
Bird Walk
Saturday, May 5th, 7:30-9:30am, Ages 14+
Search for spring migrants in various refuge habitats on this guided
hike. Wear good walking shoes, bring binoculars & a field guide if you
can.
Flutterby Butterfly
Tuesday, May 8th, 1-2:30pm, Ages 5-7
Discover the incredible life of the butterfly through stories, crafts, and
a hike in this fun program.
Bird Walk
Wednesday, May 9th, 8:00-10:30am, Ages16+
Wednesday, May 23rd, 8:00-10:30am, Ages16+
Search for birds in several refuge habitats on this guided hike.
Field guides and binoculars recommended.
Nature Tots: Marvelous Mamas
Friday, May 11th, 10:30-11:30am & 1:00-2:00pm, Ages 3-4
Celebrate Mother's Day by learning about how nature's mamas nurture
and care for their babies in the wild through stories and crafts.
Migration Madness!
Saturday, May 12th, 1-2:30pm, Ages 8-10
Did you know that May 12 is International Migratory Bird Day!?
Visit Patuxent Research Refuge for an interactive program with hands-on
activities to explore the birds that migrate right though our own
backyards!
Worlds of Wildlife
Tuesday May 22nd, 1-2:30pm, Ages 5-7
Come celebrate Biodiversity Day! Discover Patuxent's amazing variety of
life from big to small and fuzzy to slimy through interactive games,
stories and a hike.
Animal Advertisers
Thursday, May 24th, 2-3:30pm, Ages 8-10
Most animals use camouflage to hide. Learn why and how some animals
advertise their presence with bold colors and bizarre behaviors.
Tiny Tots: Nature and Music
Wednesday, May 30th, 10:30-11:30am,Ages 18mos-3yrs
Learn about the wildlife at the refuge through songs and rhyming.
Endangered Species Celebrations!
National Wildlife Visitor Center
Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Endangered Species Tour
Tuesday, May 15th, 11:00am & 1:30pm, Ages 14+
Register for a behind-the-scenes tour of the Patuxent Wildlife Research
Center to observe the graceful endangered whooping cranes and much more!
Arrive early, as tours will leave on time. Tours will last approximately one
hour. Space is very limited. Call 301-497-5887 to register.
Endangered Species Presentation
Tuesday, May 15th, 12:30-1:15pm, Ages 14+
Refuge Manager, Brad Knudsen will discuss endangered species and the
role the United States Fish and Wildlife Service plays in the lives
of these fragile species.
No registration necessary.
American Bird Conservancy presents
Endangered Hawaii
Film showing Tuesday, May 15th, 3:00pm (30 min)
Learn about the tragic extinctions of Hawaiian island bird species and the
suggested solutions to save these endemic and fascinating birds.
No registration necessary.
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