March 2020
Raptor Enrichment
Raptors are smart! Come see Meadowside's resident raptors as they search for food, explore new objects and encounter new experiences. Meet at the Raptor Walkway behind the nature center. Programs are held rain or shine! No registration required. Groups, please call in advance.2 & up
Find out more »Raptor Feeding
Observe Meadowside's resident raptors during their feeding time and learn some of the stories about the raptors on exhibit. Meet at the Raptor Walkway behind the nature center. Programs are held rain or shine! No registration required. Groups, please call in advance.2 & up
Find out more »Nature Explorers: Spring Has Sprung!
Budding Nature Explorers will experience the outdoors in spring as we hike, play games, create crafts, and learn about nature together! This six-week session will foster kids' curiosity for the world around them while building friendships along the way. Adults must accompany explorers.3 - 5yrs
Find out more »Historias con Otus
¡Ven a escuchar un cuento de animales y disfruta la compañía de nuestra mascota, el búho Otus! Trae tu cámara para una foto con Otus.2 - 10yrs
Find out more »Raptor Training
Observe Meadowside's resident raptors during their feeding time and learn some of the stories about the raptors on exhibit. Meet at the Raptor Walkway behind the nature center. Programs are held rain or shine! No registration required. Groups, please call in advance.2 & up
Find out more »Wildlife Under Human Care
Why do some birds of prey live in enclosed facilities? Join us in learning about the reasons nature centers, wildlife centers, and zoos care for wildlife. You will also get to observe the behind-the-scenes facilities where the nature center raptors are kept.10 & up
Find out more »Raptor Enrichment
Raptors are smart! Come see Meadowside's resident raptors as they search for food, explore new objects and encounter new experiences. Meet at the Raptor Walkway behind the nature center. Programs are held rain or shine! No registration required. Groups, please call in advance.2 & up
Find out more »Raptor Feeding
Observe Meadowside's resident raptors during their feeding time and learn some of the stories about the raptors on exhibit. Meet at the Raptor Walkway behind the nature center. Programs are held rain or shine! No registration required. Groups, please call in advance.2 & up
Find out more »Nature Center Band
What music moves you? Go-go, Bachata, Celtic? Bring your voice, your instrument, and your musical background (all abilities welcome) to Nature Center Band. Weather permitting, we?ll play in the meadow. In case of rain, we?ll circle up the rocking chairs. Let?s connect to nature through music! Some instruments available.¿Cuál música te llega? ¿Go-go, bachata, celta? Trae tu voz, tu instrumento y tu experiencia musical (todas habilidades bienvenidas) a Nature Center Band. Si hace buen tiempo, tocaremos en el prado. Si…
Find out more »Storytime with Otus
Storytime is even more fun with our mascot, Otus the owl! Enjoy a nature story, make new friends, and take your picture with Otus.2 - 10yrs
Find out more »Raptor Training
Observe Meadowside's resident raptors during their feeding time and learn some of the stories about the raptors on exhibit. Meet at the Raptor Walkway behind the nature center. Programs are held rain or shine! No registration required. Groups, please call in advance.2 & up
Find out more »Vida salvaje bajo cuidado humano
¿Por qué algunas aves rapaces viven en instalaciones cerradas? Únase con nosotros para conocer las razones por las que los centros naturales, los centros de vida silvestre y los zoológicos cuidan la vida silvestre. También podrá observar las instalaciones detrás de escena donde se guardan las aves rapaces del centro de la naturaleza.10 & up
Find out more »Mother Nature: Baby and Me!
Is your child enchanted by wild and wonderful things? Explore nature with your little one by enjoying stories, music, and mini-hikes. Laugh, play, and make new friends at the nature center!0 - 3yrs
Find out more »Owl Prowl
Owls are a hoot! Join a naturalist on a night hike to learn all about owls that live in Maryland. We'll start by dissecting owl pellets indoors then head outside to see if we can see or hear owls in the park. Dress for cold weather. This program is weather dependent.3 & up
Find out more »Raptor Enrichment
Raptors are smart! Come see Meadowside's resident raptors as they search for food, explore new objects and encounter new experiences. Meet at the Raptor Walkway behind the nature center. Programs are held rain or shine! No registration required. Groups, please call in advance.2 & up
Find out more »Raptor Feeding
Observe Meadowside's resident raptors during their feeding time and learn some of the stories about the raptors on exhibit. Meet at the Raptor Walkway behind the nature center. Programs are held rain or shine! No registration required. Groups, please call in advance.2 & up
Find out more »Caminos y Cuentos/Trails & Tales
Cada uno tiene su historia. Tú, yo y la criatura más chiquita hasta el árbol más enorme. ¡Ven a Meadowside para una caminata con nuevos amigos! Vamos a parar en la quebrada o el prado para escuchar un cuento de una naturalista o tu cuento favorito de la naturaleza. Es un programa de todos idiomas; las experiencias de la naturaleza de todas culturas son bienvenidas.Everyone has a story. You, me, and the tiniest creature to the tallest tree. Meet at…
Find out more »Raptor Training
Observe Meadowside's resident raptors during their feeding time and learn some of the stories about the raptors on exhibit. Meet at the Raptor Walkway behind the nature center. Programs are held rain or shine! No registration required. Groups, please call in advance.2 & up
Find out more »Tyke Hike: Amphibians
Come discover the growing green things and cool crawling critters around the nature center. Take a nature mini-hike and make a craft to take home.2 - 4yrs
Find out more »Raptor Enrichment
Raptors are smart! Come see Meadowside's resident raptors as they search for food, explore new objects and encounter new experiences. Meet at the Raptor Walkway behind the nature center. Programs are held rain or shine! No registration required. Groups, please call in advance.2 & up
Find out more »Raptor Feeding
Observe Meadowside's resident raptors during their feeding time and learn some of the stories about the raptors on exhibit. Meet at the Raptor Walkway behind the nature center. Programs are held rain or shine! No registration required. Groups, please call in advance.2 & up
Find out more »April 2020
Raptor Training
Observe Meadowside's resident raptors during their feeding time and learn some of the stories about the raptors on exhibit. Meet at the Raptor Walkway behind the nature center. Programs are held rain or shine! No registration required. Groups, please call in advance.2 & up
Find out more »Climate Change in Your Parks
How does climate change affect your parks? Is climate change affecting you right now? Maybe or maybe not. Join us in a hike around the woods to discuss the historical climate impacts, future vulnerabilities, and solutions.10 & up
Find out more »Raptor Enrichment
Raptors are smart! Come see Meadowside's resident raptors as they search for food, explore new objects and encounter new experiences. Meet at the Raptor Walkway behind the nature center. Programs are held rain or shine! No registration required. Groups, please call in advance.2 & up
Find out more »Raptor Feeding
Observe Meadowside's resident raptors during their feeding time and learn some of the stories about the raptors on exhibit. Meet at the Raptor Walkway behind the nature center. Programs are held rain or shine! No registration required. Groups, please call in advance.2 & up
Find out more »Historias con Otus
¡Ven a escuchar un cuento de animales y disfruta la compañía de nuestra mascota, el búho Otus! Trae tu cámara para una foto con Otus.2 - 10yrs
Find out more »Raptor Training
Observe Meadowside's resident raptors during their feeding time and learn some of the stories about the raptors on exhibit. Meet at the Raptor Walkway behind the nature center. Programs are held rain or shine! No registration required. Groups, please call in advance.2 & up
Find out more »Cambio climático en sus parques
¿Cómo afecta el cambio climático a sus parques? ¿Le está afectando el cambio climático en este momento? Tal vez o tal vez no. Únase a nosotros en una caminata por el bosque para analizar los impactos climáticos históricos, las vulnerabilidades futuras y las soluciones.10 & up
Find out more »Nos encantan los anfibios
Escucha el canto?¿es rana o sapo? Ven a Meadowside para celebrar la primavera y la salida de muchos anfibios interesantes. Vamos a jugar, buscar anfibios durante nuestra caminata y apreciar los sapos, ranas y salamandras.3 & up
Find out more »Owl Prowl
Owls are a hoot! Join a naturalist on a night hike to learn all about owls that live in Maryland. We'll start by dissecting owl pellets indoors then head outside to see if we can see or hear owls in the park. Dress for cold weather. This program is weather dependent.3 & up
Find out more »Raptor Enrichment
Raptors are smart! Come see Meadowside's resident raptors as they search for food, explore new objects and encounter new experiences. Meet at the Raptor Walkway behind the nature center. Programs are held rain or shine! No registration required. Groups, please call in advance.2 & up
Find out more »Raptor Feeding
Observe Meadowside's resident raptors during their feeding time and learn some of the stories about the raptors on exhibit. Meet at the Raptor Walkway behind the nature center. Programs are held rain or shine! No registration required. Groups, please call in advance.2 & up
Find out more »Nature Center Band
What music moves you? Go-go, Bachata, Celtic? Bring your voice, your instrument, and your musical background (all abilities welcome) to Nature Center Band. Weather permitting, we?ll play in the meadow. In case of rain, we?ll circle up the rocking chairs. Let?s connect to nature through music! Some instruments available.¿Cuál música te llega? ¿Go-go, bachata, celta? Trae tu voz, tu instrumento y tu experiencia musical (todas habilidades bienvenidas) a Nature Center Band. Si hace buen tiempo, tocaremos en el prado. Si…
Find out more »Storytime with Otus
Storytime is even more fun with our mascot, Otus the owl! Enjoy a nature story, make new friends, and take your picture with Otus.2 - 10yrs
Find out more »Raptor Training
Observe Meadowside's resident raptors during their feeding time and learn some of the stories about the raptors on exhibit. Meet at the Raptor Walkway behind the nature center. Programs are held rain or shine! No registration required. Groups, please call in advance.2 & up
Find out more »Mother Nature: Baby and Me!
Is your child enchanted by wild and wonderful things? Explore nature with your little one by enjoying stories, music, and mini-hikes. Laugh, play, and make new friends at the nature center!0 - 3yrs
Find out more »Raptor Enrichment
Raptors are smart! Come see Meadowside's resident raptors as they search for food, explore new objects and encounter new experiences. Meet at the Raptor Walkway behind the nature center. Programs are held rain or shine! No registration required. Groups, please call in advance.2 & up
Find out more »Raptor Feeding
Observe Meadowside's resident raptors during their feeding time and learn some of the stories about the raptors on exhibit. Meet at the Raptor Walkway behind the nature center. Programs are held rain or shine! No registration required. Groups, please call in advance.2 & up
Find out more »Caminos y Cuentos/Trails & Tales
Cada uno tiene su historia. Tú, yo y la criatura más chiquita hasta el árbol más enorme. ¡Ven a Meadowside para una caminata con nuevos amigos! Vamos a parar en la quebrada o el prado para escuchar un cuento de una naturalista o tu cuento favorito de la naturaleza. Es un programa de todos idiomas; las experiencias de la naturaleza de todas culturas son bienvenidas.Everyone has a story. You, me, and the tiniest creature to the tallest tree. Meet at…
Find out more »Raptor Training
Observe Meadowside's resident raptors during their feeding time and learn some of the stories about the raptors on exhibit. Meet at the Raptor Walkway behind the nature center. Programs are held rain or shine! No registration required. Groups, please call in advance.2 & up
Find out more »Tyke Hike: Earth Day
Come discover the growing green things and cool crawling critters around the nature center. Take a nature mini-hike and make a craft to take home.2 - 4yrs
Find out more »City Nature Challenge – Survey Wildlife in Your Park
Are you a young scientist that wants to help us discover our species in the park? Join a park naturalist in observing the species around the nature center, collecting the number of species and type of species found, and analyzing the amount of wildlife at Rock Creek Regional Park to determine the health of the environment.6 & up
Find out more »Raptor Enrichment
Raptors are smart! Come see Meadowside's resident raptors as they search for food, explore new objects and encounter new experiences. Meet at the Raptor Walkway behind the nature center. Programs are held rain or shine! No registration required. Groups, please call in advance.2 & up
Find out more »Raptor Feeding
Observe Meadowside's resident raptors during their feeding time and learn some of the stories about the raptors on exhibit. Meet at the Raptor Walkway behind the nature center. Programs are held rain or shine! No registration required. Groups, please call in advance.2 & up
Find out more »Raptor Training
Observe Meadowside's resident raptors during their feeding time and learn some of the stories about the raptors on exhibit. Meet at the Raptor Walkway behind the nature center. Programs are held rain or shine! No registration required. Groups, please call in advance.2 & up
Find out more »May 2020
Owl Prowl
Owls are a hoot! Join a naturalist on a night hike to learn all about owls that live in Maryland. We'll start by dissecting owl pellets indoors then head outside to see if we can see or hear owls in the park. Dress for cold weather. This program is weather dependent.3 & up
Find out more »Raptor Enrichment
Raptors are smart! Come see Meadowside's resident raptors as they search for food, explore new objects and encounter new experiences. Meet at the Raptor Walkway behind the nature center. Programs are held rain or shine! No registration required. Groups, please call in advance.2 & up
Find out more »Raptor Feeding
Observe Meadowside's resident raptors during their feeding time and learn some of the stories about the raptors on exhibit. Meet at the Raptor Walkway behind the nature center. Programs are held rain or shine! No registration required. Groups, please call in advance.2 & up
Find out more »Raptor Training
Observe Meadowside's resident raptors during their feeding time and learn some of the stories about the raptors on exhibit. Meet at the Raptor Walkway behind the nature center. Programs are held rain or shine! No registration required. Groups, please call in advance.2 & up
Find out more »Celebra el Día Mundial de la Aves Migratorias
¡Ven a Meadowside para celebrar el Día Mundial de las Aves Migratorias! Gavilanes, reinitas y colibríes son algunas aves de nuestra comunidad, y trabajan a diario para sobrevivir. Vamos a caminar en el parque para explorar el hábitat de las aves y juntos apreciar estos animales fascinantes.5 & up
Find out more »Raptor Enrichment
Raptors are smart! Come see Meadowside's resident raptors as they search for food, explore new objects and encounter new experiences. Meet at the Raptor Walkway behind the nature center. Programs are held rain or shine! No registration required. Groups, please call in advance.2 & up
Find out more »Raptor Feeding
Observe Meadowside's resident raptors during their feeding time and learn some of the stories about the raptors on exhibit. Meet at the Raptor Walkway behind the nature center. Programs are held rain or shine! No registration required. Groups, please call in advance.2 & up
Find out more »Nature Center Band
What music moves you? Go-go, Bachata, Celtic? Bring your voice, your instrument, and your musical background (all abilities welcome) to Nature Center Band. Weather permitting, we?ll play in the meadow. In case of rain, we?ll circle up the rocking chairs. Let?s connect to nature through music! Some instruments available.¿Cuál música te llega? ¿Go-go, bachata, celta? Trae tu voz, tu instrumento y tu experiencia musical (todas habilidades bienvenidas) a Nature Center Band. Si hace buen tiempo, tocaremos en el prado. Si…
Find out more »Historias con Otus
¡Ven a escuchar un cuento de animales y disfruta la compañía de nuestra mascota, el búho Otus! Trae tu cámara para una foto con Otus.2 - 10yrs
Find out more »Raptor Training
Observe Meadowside's resident raptors during their feeding time and learn some of the stories about the raptors on exhibit. Meet at the Raptor Walkway behind the nature center. Programs are held rain or shine! No registration required. Groups, please call in advance.2 & up
Find out more »Tyke Hike: Flowers
Come discover the growing green things and cool crawling critters around the nature center. Take a nature mini-hike and make a craft to take home.2 - 4yrs
Find out more »Life Outside Earth
What other life accompanies us in this universe? We've often wondered if we're the only ones in this universe. Is there others just like us? Is there life at all? We'll be discussing life in other planets in our solar system and beyond at a campfire.12 & up
Find out more »Raptor Enrichment
Raptors are smart! Come see Meadowside's resident raptors as they search for food, explore new objects and encounter new experiences. Meet at the Raptor Walkway behind the nature center. Programs are held rain or shine! No registration required. Groups, please call in advance.2 & up
Find out more »Raptor Feeding
Observe Meadowside's resident raptors during their feeding time and learn some of the stories about the raptors on exhibit. Meet at the Raptor Walkway behind the nature center. Programs are held rain or shine! No registration required. Groups, please call in advance.2 & up
Find out more »Caminos y Cuentos/Trails & Tales
Cada uno tiene su historia. Tú, yo y la criatura más chiquita hasta el árbol más enorme. ¡Ven a Meadowside para una caminata con nuevos amigos! Vamos a parar en la quebrada o el prado para escuchar un cuento de una naturalista o tu cuento favorito de la naturaleza. Es un programa de todos idiomas; las experiencias de la naturaleza de todas culturas son bienvenidas.Everyone has a story. You, me, and the tiniest creature to the tallest tree. Meet at…
Find out more »Storytime with Otus
Storytime is even more fun with our mascot, Otus the owl! Enjoy a nature story, make new friends, and take your picture with Otus.2 - 10yrs
Find out more »Raptor Training
Observe Meadowside's resident raptors during their feeding time and learn some of the stories about the raptors on exhibit. Meet at the Raptor Walkway behind the nature center. Programs are held rain or shine! No registration required. Groups, please call in advance.2 & up
Find out more »Vida fuera de la tierra
¿Qué otra vida nos acompaña en este universo? Muchas veces nos hemos preguntado si somos los únicos en este universo. ¿Hay otros como nosotros? Hablaremos de la vida en otros planetas de nuestro sistema solar y más allá en una fogata.12 & up
Find out more »Mother Nature: Baby and Me!
Is your child enchanted by wild and wonderful things? Explore nature with your little one by enjoying stories, music, and mini-hikes. Laugh, play, and make new friends at the nature center!0 - 3yrs
Find out more »Raptor Enrichment
Raptors are smart! Come see Meadowside's resident raptors as they search for food, explore new objects and encounter new experiences. Meet at the Raptor Walkway behind the nature center. Programs are held rain or shine! No registration required. Groups, please call in advance.2 & up
Find out more »Raptor Feeding
Observe Meadowside's resident raptors during their feeding time and learn some of the stories about the raptors on exhibit. Meet at the Raptor Walkway behind the nature center. Programs are held rain or shine! No registration required. Groups, please call in advance.2 & up
Find out more »Raptor Training
Observe Meadowside's resident raptors during their feeding time and learn some of the stories about the raptors on exhibit. Meet at the Raptor Walkway behind the nature center. Programs are held rain or shine! No registration required. Groups, please call in advance.2 & up
Find out more »Raptor Enrichment
Raptors are smart! Come see Meadowside's resident raptors as they search for food, explore new objects and encounter new experiences. Meet at the Raptor Walkway behind the nature center. Programs are held rain or shine! No registration required. Groups, please call in advance.2 & up
Find out more »Raptor Feeding
Observe Meadowside's resident raptors during their feeding time and learn some of the stories about the raptors on exhibit. Meet at the Raptor Walkway behind the nature center. Programs are held rain or shine! No registration required. Groups, please call in advance.2 & up
Find out more »October 2020
All About Animals- Reptiles
Do you love all things with fur, feathers, and scales? Join a naturalist to learn about different types of animals! We will hear a story, observe an animal, play a game, and create a craft. In this session, learn about reptiles and create a turtle-themed craft.Note: If program is adapted to a virtual format, you will use Microsoft Teams, the Kahoot app, and some basic craft materials.2 - 5yrs
Find out more »Raptor Training and Enrichment
Observe a training session and see how raptors use positive reinforcement to learn new behaviors and concepts. Meet at the Raptor Walkway through the outside fence, right of the facility entrance. Each registrant can bring 2-3 people.6 & Up
Find out more »Nature Virtual Lectures: Naturiotism TM
NaturiotismTM is the patriotic duty to protect landscapes, waters, plants, and animals that have defined the American experience from prehistory to present day. Jason Beale, animal care program director at Penn State University's Shaver's Creek Environmental Center, will highlight the work of "Naturiots", such as Rachel Carson, Rosalie Edge, Teddy Roosevelt, Aldo Leopold, John Muir, and Gifford Pinchot. Discover how their efforts challenged paradigms, inspired generations, and informed the conservation ethic that preserves and protects the unique biological diversity of…
Find out more »Mother Nature: Baby and Me!
Is your child enchanted by wild and wonderful things? Explore nature with your little one by enjoying stories, music, and mini-hikes. Laugh, play, and make new friends at the nature center!1 - 3yrs
Find out more »Raptor Training and Enrichment
Observe a training session and see how raptors use positive reinforcement to learn new behaviors and concepts. Meet at the Raptor Walkway through the outside fence, right of the facility entrance. Each registrant can bring 2-3 people.6 & Up
Find out more »All About Animals- Invertebrates
Do you love all things with fur, feathers, and scales? Join a naturalist to learn about different types of animals! We will hear a story, observe an animal, play a game, and create a craft. In this session, learn about insects and arachnids and create a spider-themed craft.Note: If program is adapted to a virtual format, you will need Microsoft Teams, the Kahoot app, and some basic craft materials.2 - 5yrs
Find out more »Happy Owl-O-Ween
Dress-up! Come and create nature TREATS for the animals, learn some of nature?s best TRICKS during a meet-and-greet with our animal ambassadors. Enjoy a special Halloween inspired, marshmallow-roasting, storytime with Otus around the campfire.2 - 12yrs
Find out more »Raptor Training and Enrichment
Observe a training session and see how raptors use positive reinforcement to learn new behaviors and concepts. Meet at the Raptor Walkway through the outside fence, right of the facility entrance. Each registrant can bring 2-3 people.6 & Up
Find out more »November 2020
Vote for Vulture
It's election season! Did Benjamin Franklin really suggest the Turkey (or Turkey Vulture), over the Bald Eagle, as our national bird? During this special raptor enrichment session, discover some of the incredible history that has shaped our perceptions of our most famous birds of prey! Pre-registration is required. Please register for a specific time slot (1-1:20pm, 1:30-1:50pm, 2-2:20pm or 2:30-2:50pm)All Ages
Find out more »All About Animals- Mammals
Do you love all things with fur, feathers, and scales? Join a naturalist to learn about different types of animals! We will hear a story, observe an animal, play a game, and create a craft. In this session, learn about mammals and create a hedgehog-themed craft.Note: If program is adapted to a virtual format, you will need Microsoft Teams, the Kahoot app, and some basic craft materials.2 - 5yrs
Find out more »Raptor Training and Enrichment
Observe a training session and see how raptors use positive reinforcement to learn new behaviors and concepts. Meet at the Raptor Walkway through the outside fence, right of the facility entrance. Each registrant can bring 2-3 people.6 & Up
Find out more »Nature Virtual Lectures: For Goodness Snakes
Snakes are fascinating yet highly misunderstood creatures. Learn the basics about snake biology, why we should care about snakes, and information on several of the species that call Maryland home. From the secretive and colorful rainbow snake to the social timber rattlesnake, Maryland?s snake species are highly diverse. Speaker Kerry Wixted is an education and outreach specialist for the Maryland Department of Natural Resources, Wildlife and Heritage Service. Kerry runs several state-wide programs such as Project WILD for educators and…
Find out more »Raptor Training and Enrichment
Observe a training session and see how raptors use positive reinforcement to learn new behaviors and concepts. Meet at the Raptor Walkway through the outside fence, right of the facility entrance. Each registrant can bring 2-3 people.6 & Up
Find out more »Wildlife Hike
Do you enjoy exploring the lake trails and learning about plants and animals of the park? Join us in a naturalist-led hike consisting of a few stops with engaging nature activities. Every program will have a different nature theme. This is a children focused program. Please note that the group will keep a 6 feet distance between families.6 & Up
Find out more »Trivia Night
Are you an nature expert? Test your knowledge with a virtual trivia night! Through the Kahoot app, compete with other teens to see who reigns supreme as the ultimate nature expert!Note: You will need Microsoft Teams and the Kahoot app.12 - 18yrs
Find out more »Raptor Training and Enrichment
Observe a training session and see how raptors use positive reinforcement to learn new behaviors and concepts. Meet at the Raptor Walkway through the outside fence, right of the facility entrance. Each registrant can bring 2-3 people.6 & Up
Find out more »Wilderness Detectives Trail Hike
Do you think you have what it takes to be a wilderness detective? Follow the clues and solve the mysteries. Stop by the nature center and pick up your manual with insights on the tracks, scat and wildlife signs you may encounter. There are three trail scenes to investigate.5 & Up
Find out more »Raptor Training and Enrichment
Observe a training session and see how raptors use positive reinforcement to learn new behaviors and concepts. Meet at the Raptor Walkway through the outside fence, right of the facility entrance. Each registrant can bring 2-3 people.6 & Up
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