April 29: Let's Pull Together! (Rescheduled from April 21)
9-11 a.m. at the Lake House (weather permitting)
Now that the snow has finally melted, the Friends of New Germany State Park are inviting volunteers to help pull garlic mustard - an invasive plant that spreads aggressively and out-competes native vegetation. As you work, you will learn why garlic mustard is especially threatening to the West Virginia white butterfly, a rare native insect.
Pulling garlic mustard is fun and easy to do, with no tools or experience needed. The greens are also edible! Check out the Green Goblin Garlic Mustard Hummus recipe in the DNR Cookbook! Please come prepared with your own work gloves, tick spray, sunscreen, and water.
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May 4: Weed or Wildflower?
9-10:30 a.m. at the Native Plant Garden (weather permitting)
Team up with the Friends of New Germany State Park and native plant enthusiasts to help remove unwanted plants from our native plant garden. As you work, you will learn how how to identify common weeds and why protecting native plants is so critical for wildlife.
Please come prepared with your own work gloves, knee pads, tick spray, sunscreen, and water.
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May 7: Volunteer Meeting
9 a.m. at the Lake House
Anyone interested in volunteering or becoming a member of the Friends of New Germany State Park is encouraged to attend this quarterly meeting.
For more information, please email or visit the Friends on Facebook.
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May 7: Nature's Best Mothers Hike and Craft
2-4 p.m. at the Lake House
Join Ranger Noah on this moderate 2-mile hike and learn about some of the best animal mothers and why they are amazing. Afterwards, make a woodsy Mother's Day craft to take home. Photo by Christine Boltz.
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May 10: Take-a-Hike Tuesday
10 a.m.-noon at the Lake House
Spring into shape by joining Ranger Noah on this challenging 4-mile hike on the Dynamite Shack Loop.
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May 14: Mountain Maryland Native Plant Festival
10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Lake House
Discover the important connection between native plants, people, and wildlife! This event will feature a large selection of native plants and nature-themed artwork for sale from regional nurseries and local artisans (cash or check only), as well as nature walks, educational programs, and displays provided by a variety of conservation groups. New Germany State Park and the Western Mountains Chapter of the Maryland Native Plant Society are co-sponsoring this free event. For more information, please visit mdflora.org , download the event flyer, or call 301-895-5453.
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May 16: Full Moon Hike
9:30-10:30 p.m. at the Lake House
Join Ranger Noah on this 1-mile night hike and experience the beauty of the forest under the full moon of May, known as the "Flower Moon."
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"Dans Mountain News" Now Available!
The Maryland Park Service has a new newsletter! If you would like to receive emails about Dans Mountain State Park programs, special events, and pool updates, please
visit our website to subscribe to Dans Mountain News.
Want to receive only New Germany news? No action is needed; you will continue to be subscribed to the New Germany newsletter. Thanks for your support!
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Unless otherwise noted, events are held rain or shine, free and fun for all ages; donations are always welcome. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult.
Dress for the weather/activity, wear sunscreen and insect repellent, bring plenty of water and snacks, and check for ticks.
Please call 301-895-5453 for additional information or to register.
New Germany staff also manages Big Run, Casselman River Bridge, and Dans Mountain state parks.
Donate to Maryland's State Parks! Your donations will help support our 75 state parks, which collectively preserve more than 140,000 acres of Maryland’s most cherished landscapes, ecosystems, and historical sites.
Donations in any amount are a helpful way to make a difference. Thank you!
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 Annual Pass Available for Purchase
$75 for Marylanders; $100 for out-of-state visitors
Our annual State Parks and Trails Passport grants unlimited day-use admission and boat launching at state parks, and a 10 percent discount on state-operated concessions and boat rentals.
To enhance convenience and value, this year's pass will arrive in a self-contained packet with a detachable hang-tag, and will be valid for a full year from the month of purchase.
Our network of 75 state parks include more than 900 miles of trails for biking, hiking and horseback riding, as well as unique water access and camping facilities.
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