Watersheds in Howard County

Mt Pleasant 10520 Old Frederick Road, Woodstock, MD, United States

Oct. 12 / 6 p.m. / $ Join John McCoy, watershed manager for the Columbia Association, for an evening of exploring the importance of healthy watersheds. The evening will begin with a walk (weather-permitting) down to the stream restoration area to look at the progress of the watershed project at Mt. Pleasant, followed by a […]

Sold Out – Forest Bathing: Guided Walk & Activities

Oct. 15 / 10 a.m. / FREE Unfortunately this program is sold out. Forest bathing is a mindful practice that involves immersing yourself in nature and using your senses to unlock benefits for your physical, mental, emotional and social well-being. A guide-in-training will lead participants in activities that will promote relaxation and foster a profound […]

A World of Discovery with Nancy Lawson: Uncovering How Plants & Animals Communicate

Mt Pleasant 10520 Old Frederick Road, Woodstock, MD, United States

Oct 19 / 7 p.m. / $ Our outdoor surroundings are vibrant realms, places where many languages are spoken, sometimes in sensory alphabets we humans have only just begun to decipher. Much has been written about gardening for human senses, but how do plants and animals perceive the world around them? Through science, heart, and […]

Halloween Eve Twilight Hike

Mt Pleasant 10520 Old Frederick Road, Woodstock, MD, United States

Oct. 30 / 7 p.m. / FREE Join arborist Lou Meyer and naturalist Woody Merkle on a night hike to discover what sorts of creatures might be lurking in the dark. Enjoy a spooky night out with your family before your Halloween activities the following day! Details and Information: The walk will begin in front […]

Good Endeavour by Ned Tillman – A Maryland Family’s Turbulent History, 1695-2002

Mt Pleasant 10520 Old Frederick Road, Woodstock, MD, United States

Nov 16 / 7 p.m. / $ Discover engaging stories of the past and how our ancestors might have dealt with the moral issues of their time. Join Ned Tillman, author of the new book Good Endeavour and former president of the Howard County Conservancy board, to learn about documenting the past for future generations. […]

Online registration ends 24 hours prior to the event. If a program is canceled by the Conservancy, participants will be notified and offered a refund. All other program fees are non-refundable and support educational programs at the Conservancy. Organized groups may not be able to be accommodated at our free programs. Please contact the Conservancy about scheduling a separate program for your group.