Events

Nightime Kayak Trip

Saturday September, 25 2010
Hill’s Bridge
Route 4
Wayson’s Corner

Join staff from the Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary for a nightime paddle from Hill’s Bridge to River Farm. Trip is limited to 12 participants and prior kayaking experience is required. We will head up all the channels, listen for marsh birds and frogs and fish that splash. Should be a lot of fun, and an different experience for those who only kayak in the sun. Preferred if you can bring your own kayak. Those without a kayak can rent from Patuxent Riverkeeper. Cost is $15/person, payable to the Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary. Reservations required, call 410 741-9330

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* Potomac Ramble

This year’s Ramble will travel from Town Creek through the Paw Paw Bends, and ending at Little Orleans. Ramblers will gather at Town Creek on the evening of July 8 for an informal meeting and dinner, and head out on the water the following day. The course winds through gorges and rolling hills, with flat water and beautiful scenery. Along the way, Ramblers will become involved in the river and its surroundings through hands-on demonstrations and participation. The group will learn about Potomac water quality and challenges from biologists, historians, and other experts.

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* Potomac Ramble

This year’s Ramble will travel from Town Creek through the Paw Paw Bends, and ending at Little Orleans. Ramblers will gather at Town Creek on the evening of July 8 for an informal meeting and dinner, and head out on the water the following day. The course winds through gorges and rolling hills, with flat water and beautiful scenery. Along the way, Ramblers will become involved in the river and its surroundings through hands-on demonstrations and participation. The group will learn about Potomac water quality and challenges from biologists, historians, and other experts.

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* Potomac Ramble

This year’s Ramble will travel from Town Creek through the Paw Paw Bends, and ending at Little Orleans. Ramblers will gather at Town Creek on the evening of July 8 for an informal meeting and dinner, and head out on the water the following day. The course winds through gorges and rolling hills, with flat water and beautiful scenery. Along the way, Ramblers will become involved in the river and its surroundings through hands-on demonstrations and participation. The group will learn about Potomac water quality and challenges from biologists, historians, and other experts.
* Scenic Rvrs Land Trust Paddle

Scenic Rvrs Land Trust Paddle

Scenic Rivers Land Trust joins the Patuxent River Keeper for a Kayak Trip down the Beautiful Patuxent River Saturday, July 10, 2010, 10am-2pm This leisurely three to four hour paddle down the Patuxent will begin at the Patuxent 4-H Center (twenty minutes from Annapolis, off of 214) and end at Jacksons Landing where a shuttle will return everyone to their cars. We will stop for box lunches at the Mt. Calvert Historical and Archaeological Park Guides, all equipment, shuttle transportation, snacks and lunch are included in the price of $70 per person Limited to twelve participants. This trip is not appropriate for children under 14. Please call SRLT to reserve your space at 410-424-4000 and send checks made out to the Patuxent River Keeper to SRLT, PO Box 2008, Annapolis, MD 21404.
* Paddle Trip in Benedict

Paddle Trip in Benedict

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* Tree Tour on the Patuxent

Tree Tour on the Patuxent

Time: 9:00 AM

Tree Tour on the Patuxent-Join James Eiredam, forester for MD DNR on a tour of WSSC’s Pigtail Recreation Area, 5500 Greenbridge Road on Saturday, July 10 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. The tour is free and the hike is easy under the shade of majestic trees. For more information, contact WSSC at 301-206-8233.

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* Potomac Ramble

This year’s Ramble will travel from Town Creek through the Paw Paw Bends, and ending at Little Orleans. Ramblers will gather at Town Creek on the evening of July 8 for an informal meeting and dinner, and head out on the water the following day. The course winds through gorges and rolling hills, with flat water and beautiful scenery. Along the way, Ramblers will become involved in the river and its surroundings through hands-on demonstrations and participation. The group will learn about Potomac water quality and challenges from biologists, historians, and other experts.
* Land Trust Patuxent River Tour

Land Trust Patuxent River Tour

Scenic Rivers Land Trust joins the Patuxent River Keeper for a Kayak Trip down the Beautiful Patuxent River Saturday, July 10, 2010, 10am-2pm This leisurely three to four hour paddle down the Patuxent will begin at the Patuxent 4-H Center (twenty minutes from Annapolis, off of 214) and end at Jacksons Landing where a shuttle will return everyone to their cars. We will stop for box lunches at the Mt. Calvert Historical and Archaeological Park Guides, all equipment, shuttle transportation, snacks and lunch are included in the price of $70 per person. Limited to twelve participants. This trip is not appropriate for children under 14. Please call SRLT to reserve your space at 410-424-4000 and send checks made out to the Patuxent RiverKeeper to SRLT, PO Box 2008, Annapolis, MD 21404. If this trip sells out quickly, we will schedule another one very soon.

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* Patuxent Town Meeting

Patuxent Town Meeting

Time: 5:00 PM

Town Hall Meeting at the Calvert Marine Museum at 5:00 p.m. in the Auditorium of the Exhibition Building, 14200 Solomons Island Road in Solomons Island. The Town Hall meeting is an opportunity for citizens to share their concerns about the health of the Patuxent River and any other environmental issues in the community.

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* Patuxent Faith Paddle

Patuxent Faith Paddle

Time: 10:00 AM

Kayaking and canoeing is a way to relax, reflect and find a closer connection faith and your connection to nature for people of all beliefs. Join an Interfaith gathering on July 17th at Greenwell State Park (St. Mary’s County) to celebrate the merger of faith and stewardship for the Patuxent River. Special Guests Paddle Instruction On site restoration project Hike with a local field biologist Picnic July 17, 2010 10:00 am -- Greeting & Multi-Faith Benediction 11:00 am -- Local paddling and instruction 1:00 pm -- Brown Bag (bring your own bag) picnic lunch & inspirational testimony 2:30 pm -- Restoration projects & nature hikes 4:00 pm -- Farewell Bring your own kayak or canoe or rent one. RSVP to: info@paxriverkeeper.org Sponsored by: Cove Point Natural Heritage Trust, Patuxent Riverkeeper, Greenwell Foundation, St. Mary”s Watershed Association

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* Roughneck Work Trip

Roughneck Work Trip

Time: 9:00 AM

Patuxent Roughnecks will be on the water to maintain signage, clear paddling snags and fish passage blockages in the central areas of the Patuxent River. A great chance to see lesser traveled sections of the Patuxent, uncommonly beautiful terrain and get some exercise. Come join us on the area only standing water trail maintenance crew! Contact Lauren at 301-249-8200 ext 6 or Lauren@paxriverkeeper.org to RSVP (location will be determined based on water levels the week prior to the work trip).

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* Teen Patuxent Paddle

Teen Patuxent Paddle

Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary is looking for high school students who like to be outdoors, care about Chesapeake Bay issues, and wonder what they might do to improve the quality of our rivers and estuaries. This summer, July 19-23, the Sanctuary is offering the Paddling the Patuxent Student Leadership Program, in partnership with the Chesapeake Bay Estuarine Research Reserve. The Patuxent River Teen Paddle is a five-day (with 3 nights camping) canoeing and kayaking expedition geared towards high-school students. This trip features educational programming, riverside camping, festive meals, and much more. Paddlers enjoy a unique, on-the-water experience that builds a strong stewardship ethic for the river and its natural resources. Campers will become immersed in Patuxent River issues and explore their role in solving them.

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* Teen Patuxent Paddle

Teen Patuxent Paddle

Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary is looking for high school students who like to be outdoors, care about Chesapeake Bay issues, and wonder what they might do to improve the quality of our rivers and estuaries. This summer, July 19-23, the Sanctuary is offering the Paddling the Patuxent Student Leadership Program, in partnership with the Chesapeake Bay Estuarine Research Reserve. The Patuxent River Teen Paddle is a five-day (with 3 nights camping) canoeing and kayaking expedition geared towards high-school students. This trip features educational programming, riverside camping, festive meals, and much more. Paddlers enjoy a unique, on-the-water experience that builds a strong stewardship ethic for the river and its natural resources. Campers will become immersed in Patuxent River issues and explore their role in solving them.

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* Teen Patuxent Paddle

Teen Patuxent Paddle

Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary is looking for high school students who like to be outdoors, care about Chesapeake Bay issues, and wonder what they might do to improve the quality of our rivers and estuaries. This summer, July 19-23, the Sanctuary is offering the Paddling the Patuxent Student Leadership Program, in partnership with the Chesapeake Bay Estuarine Research Reserve. The Patuxent River Teen Paddle is a five-day (with 3 nights camping) canoeing and kayaking expedition geared towards high-school students. This trip features educational programming, riverside camping, festive meals, and much more. Paddlers enjoy a unique, on-the-water experience that builds a strong stewardship ethic for the river and its natural resources. Campers will become immersed in Patuxent River issues and explore their role in solving them.

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* Teen Patuxent Paddle

Teen Patuxent Paddle

Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary is looking for high school students who like to be outdoors, care about Chesapeake Bay issues, and wonder what they might do to improve the quality of our rivers and estuaries. This summer, July 19-23, the Sanctuary is offering the Paddling the Patuxent Student Leadership Program, in partnership with the Chesapeake Bay Estuarine Research Reserve. The Patuxent River Teen Paddle is a five-day (with 3 nights camping) canoeing and kayaking expedition geared towards high-school students. This trip features educational programming, riverside camping, festive meals, and much more. Paddlers enjoy a unique, on-the-water experience that builds a strong stewardship ethic for the river and its natural resources. Campers will become immersed in Patuxent River issues and explore their role in solving them.

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* Teen Patuxent Paddle

Teen Patuxent Paddle

Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary is looking for high school students who like to be outdoors, care about Chesapeake Bay issues, and wonder what they might do to improve the quality of our rivers and estuaries. This summer, July 19-23, the Sanctuary is offering the Paddling the Patuxent Student Leadership Program, in partnership with the Chesapeake Bay Estuarine Research Reserve. The Patuxent River Teen Paddle is a five-day (with 3 nights camping) canoeing and kayaking expedition geared towards high-school students. This trip features educational programming, riverside camping, festive meals, and much more. Paddlers enjoy a unique, on-the-water experience that builds a strong stewardship ethic for the river and its natural resources. Campers will become immersed in Patuxent River issues and explore their role in solving them.

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