COVE POINT NATURAL HERITAGE TRUST

The mission of the Cove Point Natural Heritage Trust is to preserve and protect ecologically sensitive sites at Cove Point and vicinity through land conservation, scientific research, and environmental education.

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Cove Point Natural Heritage Trust
11785 Clifton Drive
P.O. Box 336
Lusby, MD 20657
410.394.1300

 

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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