Forest Therapy is a research-based framework for supporting healing and wellness through immersion in forests and other natural environments. Learn about how forest walks are transformational. Simply visit the Conservancy's Facebook page at 11:00am to join us!
Spotted lanternfly is an invasive insect pest that is a recent introduction to our region. Please join Maryland Department of Agriculture entomologist Aaron Shurtleff as he discusses what you need to know to help protect Maryland from this destructive bug. Simply visit the Conservancy's Facebook page at 11:00am to join us!
Join Emma Frank, an American Heritage Girl, to learn about the revitalization of Hodgepodge Lodge. This former set of a popular 1970’s Public Television series is now a wonderful site for families to rest and explore while hiking the trails at the Howard County Conservancy’s Mt. Pleasant property. Explore the new space and its engaging […]
Sept. 11 / 8 a.m. / FREE Join expert birder Mike Kerwin and volunteer naturalist Woody Merkle on a walk around Mt. Pleasant’s trails to learn how to identify birds through sight and sound! Hike details: The hike will begin in front of the Gudelsky Environmental Education Center (large gray building) promptly at 8 a.m. […]
Sept. 23 / 5:30 pm / $ Unfortunately this popular program is already sold out. Bring your family, listen to evening birdsong and walk along the stream to the woodland campfire ring. Gather around the crackling fire to hear legends about the equinox, sing old-time songs, roast marshmallows and enjoy s’mores with Holly and George […]
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.