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Trail Work Day
October 4
9 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the New Germany boat launch (weather dependent)
Volunteers are invited to join Garrett Trails and the Friends of New Germany State Park for a trail work day on October 4. Please come prepared for physically demanding work and bring your own drinking water and work gloves. The work day will conclude with food and drinks at noon, courtesy of the Friends of New Germany.
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Halloween Full Moon Hike
October 4
7:30 p.m. at the Lake House (weather dependent)
Celebrate the season on this enchanted full moon hike featuring Halloween lights. This year's "Hunter's Moon" is also the "Harvest Moon," being closest to the autumn equinox. Please bring a flashlight or headlamp.
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New Germany Book Club Meeting
October 5
10 a.m. and 3 p.m. at the Tamarack Pavilion
Join Ranger Noah for this month's Book Club meeting and share your thoughts on "A River Runs Through It" by Norman Maclean. The club meets once a month for coffee and snacks, while sharing insights and thoughts about a nature-themed book. Participants who attend six club meetings will receive a free night of camping. Please email noah.manges@maryland.gov to register.
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Scary Stories with Ranger Hannah
October 11
5:30 p.m. at the Nature Center Amphitheater (weather dependent)
Join Ranger Hannah for this kid-friendly campfire program featuring stories about ghosts, goblins, werewolves, witches, spiders, and more.
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Take-a-Hike Tuesday
October 14
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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Savage Highlands State Park Tree Planting
October 7 (Rain Date - October 8)
Volunteers are invited to help plant 60 trees at Savage Highlands Lodge (formerly Savage River Lodge), located at 1600 Mt. Aetna Road, Frostburg. Please bring your own drinking water and work gloves. A four-wheel drive vehicle is recommended.
Please note that Savage Highlands State Park is undergoing renovations, so the park is only open for scheduled activities.
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Savage Highlands News Coming Soon!
The Maryland Park Service will soon have a new newsletter for its new state park! If you would like to receive emails about Savage Highlands State Park programs, special events, and status updates, please visit our website to subscribe to Savage Highlands News.
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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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