2023 Calendar of Events

Seasonal
Nature Walks

Call 410-394-1300 for Reservations.

Invasive
Removal and Cleanups

Periodically we hold volunteer events to remove invasive plants or work on some other projects.  We have plenty of room to spread out for these events.

Email cpnht@comcast.net for Reservations.

Disclaimer: The map feature directs you to turn on Hilltop. You should be turning on Clifton.

Nature Walk
May
4

Nature Walk

Call and reserve a spot for our first nature walk of the season. We will explore winter on the creek. Our targets include waterfowl, eagles, woodpeckers, turkeys, and other wildlife.

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Invasive Removal
Jun
22

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. As the temperatures warm up the insect activities increase. Be prepared with whatever methods you use for outdoor work.  Gloves, tools, and water will be available.

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Nature Walk
Jul
20

Nature Walk

Reserve a spot to join us in a saunter to the creek. We will be identifying birds, trees, shrubs, vines, flowers, insects, and whatever else pauses long enough. Bring cameras, binoculars, and bug spray.

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Invasive Removal
Sep
21

Invasive Removal

  • Hellen Creek Forest and Wildlife Preserve (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Our last group effort of the year will focus on Japanese stilt-grass.  This is easily to uproot but be ready for invertebrate pests. Gloves, tools, and water will be available.

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Nature Walk
Oct
26

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.

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Invasive Removal
Apr
27

Invasive Removal

We continue our efforts to remove and control the invasive species on the Preserve.  Wine berry is early to emerge.  This one has thorns so please wear long sleeves and long-legged pants.  Gloves, tools, and water will be available

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Bluebird Monitoring on Turner Road

If you are interested in joining Bob in monitoring bluebird boxes along Turner Road, send an email to  cpnht@comcast.net   Monitoring is done on a weekly basis between April and August.