Spotted at the Conservancy: Juvenile red-shouldered hawk

Oct 2, 2023 | Announcements

This awkward bundle of feathers will soon grow into a majestic red-shouldered hawk. Kurt Schwarz photographed this puffy teenager on Sept. 19 near the stone wall that runs from Montjoy Barn down to the stream. He believes this hawk is the offspring of the mated pair...

Naturalist training

Oct 2, 2023 | Announcements

Like lichen? Dig dirt? Try nine-week Master Naturalist training, 1/9/24 to 3/5/24 (Tuesdays, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.), with an in-depth look at local ecology and natural history. Apply starting Oct. 1. For more information, visit the University of Maryland...

Volunteer spotlight: Bonnie Ott

Oct 2, 2023 | Announcements

Most of the time, Bonnie Ott is behind the camera, taking pictures of all sorts of wildlife at the Conservancy (and elsewhere), from dragonflies, slugs and bolas spiders to the rarest sparrows and flycatchers. An avid birder and naturalist, Bonnie always makes time to...

Forest Bathing: Guided Walk & Activities

Aug 31, 2023

Oct. 15 / 10 a.m. / FREE There are a few last minute openings. Space limited and may sell out again. 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...

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

Aug 30, 2023

Oct 19 / 7 p.m. / $ Unfortunately, this event had to be cancelled. We are working to reschedule for the winter of 2024. Our outdoor surroundings are vibrant realms, places where many languages are spoken, sometimes in sensory alphabets we humans have only just begun...