Black Hill Visitor Center Programs & Events

3/19 Rachel Carson Hike

Meet a naturalist at Rachel Carson Conservation Park for a hike through meadow and forest in search of the first signs of spring. We may even find breeding frogs and salamanders! Bring binoculars, water, and dress for the weather. Trails are often muddy so wear good hiking shoes. Meet at the gravel parking lot for Rachel Carson Conservation Park, 22201 Zion Road, Olney, MD 20833. Ages: 7 & Up Fee: $12 FOBH $11 Course: #104691 • Friday, Mar. 19 • 3:30 - 5:30 pm

3/20 Garden Day

Discover the joys and benefits of gardening! Drop by the visitor center to ask questions about gardening and get your Gardening Info Pack about invasive and native plants, pollinators, and gardening for wildlife. Included will be a take-home activity for kids. Please register so that we can prepare enough materials. We will not be able to distribute Gardening Info Packs to anyone that hasn’t registered. But don’t worry, this is a FREE program! Ages: All Ages Fee: Free Course: #104693 • Saturday, Mar. 20 • 11 am-3 pm

3/20 Campfres at Black Hill

There’s nothing like sitting around a campfire under the stars! Join a naturalist for themed songs, stories, games, and of course, s’mores around the fire. Meet at the campfire area by Shelter F on Parking Lot 3 in Black Hill Regional Park. Bring a blanket if it’s chilly. Ages: 1 & Up Fee: $6 FOBH $5 Course: #104819 • Saturday, Mar. 20 • 6 - 7 pm

3/21 Garden Day

Discover the joys and benefits of gardening! Drop by the visitor center to ask questions about gardening and get your Gardening Info Pack about invasive and native plants, pollinators, and gardening for wildlife. Included will be a take-home activity for kids. Please register so that we can prepare enough materials. We will not be able to distribute Gardening Info Packs to anyone that hasn’t registered. But don’t worry, this is a FREE program! Ages: All Ages Fee: Free Course: #104694 • Sunday, Mar. 21 • 11 am-2 pm

3/23 Terapeutic Recreation Gardening 101

Gardening has been proven to improve physical health, mental wellness, and cognitive ability! Join us for this 5-sessionseries to learn how to grow native plants, herbs, or vegetables. This program is designed to support aspiring gardeners with disabilities. We will supply guidance and all materials, including accessible garden beds, worktables, and ergonomic garden tools. At the end of our program you will have acquired the skills, and plants, to take home and continue your garden adventures. participants will be asked to complete a Modification Intake Form upon registration to ensure appropriate support from Program Access. We will meet at the fenced area across from the Black Hill Park office. Look for the sign. Ages: 18 & Up Fee: $30 Course: #104822 • Tuesday, Mar. 23 • 4 - 5 pm

Nature for All

New Inclusive and Therapeutic Recreation Program Oerings at Black Hill Visitor Center

Our inclusive programs oer modifications such as adaptive equipment and accessible spaces for all to enjoy. Inclusive programs include: •Play Day in the Park •All-AnglersFishingRodeo • Family Fishing Fun TherapeuticRecreationisprogramming specifically created for people with disabilities. New Therapeutic Rec programs are: • Therapeutic Recreation - Gardening 101 • Therapeutic Recreation - Creative by Nature