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UPCOMING ACTIVITIES
February 4, 2012
10:00 a.m. to Noon
Hellen Creek Forest and Wildlife Preserve Nature Walk
Join us on our first nature
walk of the season. We will look for woodpeckers, waterfowl,
and eagles along with signs of other winter visitors. The
Preserve is located off Coster Road in Lusby at 11785
Clifton Drive.
March 31, 2012
10:00 a.m. to Noon
Hellen Creek Forest and Wildlife Preserve Invasive Removal
Help us in our ongoing
efforts to remove and replace non-native species that are
damaging our environment. Invasive species are plants
introduced into an area where they outcompete the native
species. To restore the balance we have been removing wine
berry, tree of heaven, and multi-flora rose. Come prepared
with sturdy clothes and shoes. We will provide the tools and
gloves.
April 22, 2012
12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Leonardtown Earth Day on the Square
Join us for this fun family
friendly annual event celebrating the Earth. Music, dancing,
canoe rides, children’s activities, and much more. Be sure
to see the Live Bird of Prey show presented by Cosca
Regional Park and sponsored by CPNHT. Easy access and
parking with no admission. It’s a great event that gets
better every year.
April 28, 2012
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Annmarie Gardens, Lusby Calvert Green Expo
Be a part of the premier
“green” event in Calvert Count. Come out and join us for our
fourth year and our new expanded venue. There will be
activities and information for all ages at this free event.
May 26, 2012
10:00 a.m. to Noon
Hellen Creek Forest and Wildlife Preserve Nature Walk
Join us in exploring for
signs of spring. We will be looking for migrating birds,
butterflies, wildflowers, and all the other sounds, sights,
and smells that tell us my favorite season is really here to
stay a while.
June 16, 2012
10:00 a.m. to noon
Hellen Creek Forest and Wildlife Preserve Invasive Removal
We continue our efforts to
remove and control the invasive species on the Preserve.
Some of these plants have natural defenses so please wear
long sleeves and long legged pants. Gloves, tools, and water
will be available.
July21, 2012
8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Hellen Creek Forest and Wildlife Preserve Nature Walk
Join us in exploring the
Preserve in its summer clothes. We will be identifying
birds, trees, shrubs, vines, flowers, insects, and whatever
else pauses long enough. Bring camera’s binoculars, and bug
spray.
October 6, 2012
10:00 am. To 5:00 p.m.
Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons Patuxent River Appreciation
Days
Visit our display at
Patuxent River Appreciation Days the premier watershed
happening in Southern Maryland. Craft fair, model boat
building, food court, displays, model boat building, free
boat rides, and free admission to the Calvert Marine Museum.
What more could you ask for?
October27, 2012
10:00 a.m. to noon
Hellen Creek Forest and Wildlife Preserve Nature Walk
Bring your cameras and
enjoy the colors. Our mix of deciduous and conifers makes
autumn a special time to visit the Preserve. We will be
looking for woodpeckers and early fall migrants like the
golden-crowned kinglet. Dress for the weather. The Preserve
is located off Coster Road in Lusby at 11785 Clifton Drive.
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