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Hickory Syrup Making and Tasting
February 28
2 p.m. at the Nature Center Amphitheater (weather dependent)
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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Furs, Feathers, and Skulls!
March 7
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 visitors are welcome to stop by at any point during the program window.
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Friends of New Germany Volunteer Meeting
March 14
Anyone interested in volunteering or becoming a member of the Friends of New Germany State Park is encouraged to attend this quarterly meeting.
For more information, please email or visit the Friends on Facebook.
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Candlelight Hike
March 14
7-9 p.m. at the Lake House (weather dependent)
Celebrate Saint Patrick's Day (and get started on your Miles for Maryland Trail Challenge) with a one-mile night hike guided by luminaries! The Orchard Trail will be illuminated from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Make sure to stop by the Lake House for s’mores and hot cocoa, courtesy of the Friends of New Germany! Photo Credit: Dianne Maust
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Run for the Trees: Happy Little 5K!
Registration Now Open
The Friends of Maryland State Forests and Parks have again joined forces with sixteen other states to host the Run for the Trees virtual 5K event to help raise money for tree planting and forest protection efforts.
This virtual event invites you to complete a 5K anytime between April 18-26, 2026, coinciding with Earth Day and Arbor Day. Registered participants will receive a Happy Little T-shirt, sticker, commemorative bib, and finisher's medal.
Register online and support Maryland State Forests and Parks! When you register, you will be asked to pick which state you want your proceeds to go to.
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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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Celebrate America's 250th: Join the Miles for Maryland Challenge Today!
The Maryland Park Service is challenging visitors to walk one mile for each year since the founding of our country – 250 miles for America’s 250th. The “Miles for Maryland” Trail Challenge encourages everyone to get outdoors, enjoy the fresh air, and be active in 2026. Visit your nearest park, or explore the state to discover new-to-you Maryland parks.
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Teams and hikers who register for the Miles for Maryland Trail Challenge and pay a $25 fee will receive a keepsake item. Those who hike 250 miles in Maryland State Parks in 2026 are eligible for a prize drawing. Those who submit photos with their mileage reports will be entered for additional monthly prize drawings. Registration does not cover park entry – fees may apply.
Miles for Maryland continues through Dec. 31, 2026.
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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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