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Full Moon Hike
December 4
6 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 "Cold Moon" will be the last full moon of autumn. Please bring a flashlight or headlamp. Photo credit: Hannah Muir.
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New Germany Book Club Meeting
December 14
10 a.m. and 3 p.m. at the Lake House
Join Ranger Noah for this special double-feature Book Club meeting and share your thoughts on "Braiding Sweetgrass" by Robin Wall Kimmerer and "The Sound of a Wild Snail Eating" by Elisabeth Tova Bailey. 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.
Can't make it this month? Get a head start on next month's book - "Into Thin Air" by John Krakauer.
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Take-a-Hike Tuesday
December 16
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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Annual Holiday Lights Hike
December 19 and 20
5-8 p.m. at the Lake House (weather dependent)
Explore the 1-mile Orchard Loop, decorated by candlelight and holiday lights for this self-guided hike. Be sure to drop by the train display at the Nature Center along the way. Free hot cocoa will be provided by the Friends of New Germany State Park.
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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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