Fair Hill: April 2023

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Sprout

April Showers Bring May...Sprouts?!

Join us at Fair Hill NRMA for this exciting program!

 Takes place on Tuesdays in May
Meet at the Upper Covered Bridge Lot at 11 a.m. 

Registration is required. 


What is Sprouts? Sprouts is a nature-centric program designed especially for children aged 1-3 years.

What do we do at Sprouts? We walk, hear a story, do a craft or art project, and eat lunch together. As we move, socialize, and create, we learn about plants, birds, frogs, bugs, and more!

What do we bring from home? Yourselves, dressed to get dirty and be on the move! Don't forget your lunch, water bottle, hat, sunscreen, and bug spray, if you use it.

When is it happening? Tuesdays at 11 a.m. There are six sessions, each two hours in length. Sessions begin May 2, and conclude with our final session on June 6. You can pick and choose which sessions interest you, or attend all six.

Sign us up! Simply call the office at Fair Hill NRMA at 410-398-1246 to register, or email shinae.gonzalez@maryland.gov. Sessions cost $5 each, will be held at Fair Hill NRMA, and park entrance fees are included in the cost. We'll meet at the upper covered bridge parking lot. You can't miss us!


Themes for each session:                                               

Tuesday, May 2: Frogs and Toads

Tuesday, May 9: Birds, Nests, and Eggs

Tuesday, May 16: Sensory Walk: Explore the Woods

Tuesday, May 23: Stream Safari: Bugs, and Fishes

Tuesday, May 30: Pollinators!

Tuesday, June 6: Tracks, Scat, and Signs

We hope to see you here!

Photo credit: Anna (annawaldl) via Pixabay. Thank you, Anna!


Bloodroot

First Saturday Hike: Wildflowers!
May 6 at 10 a.m. Upper Covered Bridge Lot 

Come with us to spot and discuss the wildflowers decorating the forest floor here at Fair Hill during the month of May. Our 3-mile hike will cover occasionally hilly or uneven terrain, so be sure to wear your walking shoes!

To register call 410-398-1246 or email lesley.leader@maryland.gov

Hike is free but regular service charges will be in effect.


Heads up! Here are some upcoming public events using park areas.

Date

Event

Park Area

April 15-16 

Hyattsville Dog Training Seminar

FH Zone 1 Rt 273 and Cockerham

April 21-22

FH Spring XC MTB Race

FH Zone 2 North Appleton

April 21-23

FHI Recognized Horse Trial

FH Zones 3 and 4, Equestrian Camping

April 22

Cecil Land Trust Cycle for Cecil

Fairgrounds Parking

April 29

Rain Date FH Spring XC MTB Race

FH Zone 2 North Appleton

April 29

Bashore Obstacle Clinic

Foxcatcher Arena

April 30

CC Animal Showmanship Workshop 

Fairgrounds


Hikes are free, but regular park service charges apply ($3 per vehicle for Maryland residents; $5 for out-of-state visitors). Please dress for the weather/activity, wear sunscreen and insect repellent, bring plenty of water and snacks, and check for ticks.

In case of inclement weather, please contact the Fair Hill NRMA Duty Ranger regarding status of park programs: 410-218-1698.


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Save Our Pollinators!

Donate today to support butterfly and bumblebee
habitat and education in state parks! 

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 Park and Trail 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 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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