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Full Moon Hike
March 13
8 p.m. at the Lake House (weather dependent)
Embrace the beauty of the forest under a full moon on this 1-mile hike with Ranger Noah. This "Worm Moon" will be the last full moon of winter. Please bring a flashlight or headlamp. Photo credit: Hannah Muir
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Candlelight Hike
March 15
7-10 p.m. at the Lake House (weather dependent)
Enjoy this unique opportunity to hike at night, where the Orchard Loop Trail will be illuminated by luminaries! This self-guided program will run from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Be sure to stop by the Lake House for s’mores and hot cocoa! Photo credit: Dianne Maust
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Furs, Feathers, and Skulls!
March 16
Noon - 2 p.m. at the Lake House
Drop by the Lake House for this hands-on program, where Ranger Noah will be displaying a collection of furs, feathers, and skulls. Test your knowledge of local birds and mammals and learn about the unique traits that set these animals apart. This program is a "come-and-go" style display, so feel free to stop by at any point during the program hours.
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Take a Hike Tuesday
March 18
10 a.m. at the Lake House (weather dependent)
Join Ranger Noah on this challenging 4-mile hike and experience the revitalizing effects of outdoor exercise.
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Bee Crafty!
March 23
Noon at the Lake House
Bee crafty with volunteers Deb and Laura and learn how you can create nesting habitat to help native bees keep your garden buzzing with life. Can't make it? Visit xerces.org to learn more, or download the Xerces Society X Kids booklet for fun activities you can do at home. (Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation). Photo credit: Boyer & McDowell
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Take a Hike Tuesday
March 25
10 a.m. at the Lake House (weather dependent)
Join Ranger Noah on this challenging 4-mile hike and experience the revitalizing effects of outdoor exercise.
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Hickory Syrup Making and Tasting
March 29
2 p.m. at the Lake House
Join Ranger Noah for this unique presentation and learn how to make hickory syrup from shagbark hickory trees. Free samples will be available, followed by an easy 1-mile hike to see shagbark hickory trees.
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Park PROs: Intro to Maple Syrup Making
March 30
10 a.m. at the Lake House
Interested in tapping your own maple trees for syrup? Join Ranger Noah for this basic introduction class, where you will learn all the steps you need to make your very own maple syrup. This program will be about an hour long and include a small amount of walking to get out to the maple trees.
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Bob Ross Run for the Trees: Happy Little (Virtual) 5K!
Register by April 1
The Friends of Maryland State Forests and Parks have joined forces with eleven other states to host the Bob Ross Run for the Trees virtual 5K event to help raise money for tree plantings, pollinator gardens, invasive species removal, and other stewardship projects.
This virtual event invites you to complete a 5K anytime between April 19-27, 2025, coinciding with Earth Day and Arbor Day. Registered participants will receive a Happy Little T-shirt, a commemorative bib number, and finisher's medal.
Click here to register and support Maryland State Forests and Parks! The deadline to register and receive your shirt, bib, and medal is April 1, 2025.
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Unless otherwise noted, events are held rain or shine, free and fun for all ages; donations are always welcome. Children 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.
New Germany staff also manages Big Run, Casselman River Bridge, and Dans Mountain state parks.
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Your donation will 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 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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