Fair Hill News and Events: Winter 2023-2024

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January 1, 2024: First Day Hike

This year's First Day Hike will trace parts of the Green and Blue trails, and continue into the Skinner Area. Five miles in length, there will be fields, forests, and some inclines. Wear your walking shoes!

To join the hike, meet at the North Appleton lot at 10 a.m. on New Year's Day. Hope to see you there!

For more information, visit our website.


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Looking Forward: Spring Ephemeral Walk

April 20, 2024. 10 a.m. Upper Covered Bridge Lot

This event combines a walk with a service project in celebration of Earth Day 2024. Mid-April is prime viewing time for the spring ephemeral wildflowers in Fair Hill's old growth forests. While walking, we will remove invasive species from areas where flowers are found, freeing foliage to receive even more sunlight during this small window of time before trees leaf out.


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Reminder: Don't Feed the Foxes

Just Say No! to feeding wildlife. Winter can be a lean time for our non-human neighbors, but feeding them can do more harm than good. Feeding may spread disease, lead to crowding, cause animals to alter their movements and lose their natural fear of humans. For more on backyard habitat for wildlife, check out DNR's newsletter HabiChat.


Winter Heads Up

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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First Responders & Law Enforcement Discount:

$40 off the Annual Park Pass, which provides unlimited day-use entry to all Maryland State Parks, plus free boat launching and discounts on concessions and boat rentals. Offer good for Maryland residents only.

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