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Art on the Trails Visitors hiking the Prince George’s County Department of Parks and Recreation’s trails will be pleasantly surprised when they stumble upon original artwork created on our trails. The Art on the Trails program recycles and repurposes materials found in nature, such as downed trees and other natural materials, and changes them into sculptures, park benches or other artistic elements. The sculptures reflect native wildlife and the local environment of the various trails. By using these natural materials for art installations, they are saved from landfills. Visitors can see how the sculpture changes as it decays over the years. Working as a team with an artist, tree crews, naturalists, and park rangers, young people learned the importance of maintaining and protecting the environment by creating art from recycled materials. So lace up your trail shoes and take an easy hike to see each of the Art on the Trails projects. Use #ArtontheTrails and • take a selfie and post it on our Facebook page (Facebook.com/pgparks) • Send us a tweet (@pgparks) • Post a photo on Instagram (@pgparksandrec) For more information, visit pgparks.com > Your Parks > Trails > Art on the Trails or e-mail Stewart Seal at stewart.seal@pgparks.com
Watkins Regional Park 301 Watkins Park Drive Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
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WITCH OF WATKINS COMPLETED JULY 21, 2015 DATE VISITED
This sculpture depicts a life-size witch scowling over her pointed nose. A nod at the Wicked Witch of the West, this sculpture is just as intimidating as she. Sculpted by lead artist Joe Stebbings with apprentices by Ellis Alston, Xavier Fuller, Jasmine Hamilton, Rachel Hithon, Aleeah Murkey, Watta Nyalley, Amelia Pinn, Marissa Reynolds, Bunmi Shabi, Darnell Terry, Christopher Vargas, Ashley Vauss, Ameera Westfield, and Jason Williams.
SCARECROW COMPLETED JULY 16, 2015 DATE VISITED
Located in the Wizard of Oz Playground at Watkins Regional Park, this carving made from red oak, is the sister piece to the Witch of Watkins, which is located opposite the Scarecrow.
Sculpted by Joseph Stebbing Jr.
FINAL FINISH COMPLETED JULY 8, 2015 DATE VISITED
This sculpture displays a horse crossing the final finish line with its hooves reared in victory.
Sculpted by lead artist Joe Stebbings with apprentices Ellis Alston, Xavier Fuller, Jasmine Hamilton, Rachel Hithon, Watta Nyalley, Amelia Pinn, Marissa Reynolds, Bunmi Shabi, Darnell Terry, Christopher Vargas, Ashley Vauss, Ameera Westfield, and Jason Williams.
MARE AND FOAL COMPLETED JULY 16, 2015 DATE VISITED
This sculpture displays the head of a young mare, with its majestic mane blowing around its strong neck with her foal peering under her.
Sculpted by lead artist Corey Lancaster with apprentices by Ellis Alston, Xavier Fuller, Jasmine Hamilton, Rachel Hithon, Watta Nyalley, Amelia Pinn, Marissa Reynolds, Bunmi Shabi, Darnell Terry, Christopher Vargas, Ashley Vauss, Ameera Westfield, and Jason Williams.
YVONNE COMPLETED JULY 22, 2015 DATE VISITED
This sculpture displays a giant Maryland black rat snake slithering out of a fallen log, guaranteed to make the average jogger run a bit faster. Sculpted by lead artist Richard Zandler with apprentices by Mohammad Adesanu, Najee Corbin, Resean Diggs, Na’im Howard, Jaloni Logan, and Da’lon Royal.
RICKY THE RAT COMPLETED AUGUST 7, 2015 DATE VISITED
“Ricky”, directly across the path from “Yvonne” the snake, is oblivious to her nemesis’ planned sneak attack! Sculpted by lead artist Richard Zandler with apprentices Najee Corbin, Resean Diggs, Na’im Howard, Jaloni Logan, and Da’lon Royal.
Old Port of Bladensburg Park 4430 Baltimore Avenue Bladensburg, MD 20710 Anacostia River Stream Valley Park
Anacostia River Stream Valley Park
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Old Port of Bladensburg Neighborhood Park
Anacostia River
Anacostia I and II
Anacostia River Stream Valley Park
Bladensburg Balloon Park Historic Site
ANACOSTIA RIVER WILDLIFE I AND II COMPLETED JULY 29, 2015 DATE VISITED
These two sculptures incorporate multiple animals native to the Anacostia River.
Carving I by lead artist Joe Stebbings and Carving II by lead artist Corey Lancaster with apprentices by Ellis Alston, Xavier Fuller, Jasmine Hamilton, Rachel Hithon, Aleeah Murkey, Watta Nyalley, Amelia Pinn, Marissa Reynolds, Bunmi Shabi, Darnell Terry, Christopher Vargas, Ashley Vauss, Ameera Westfield, and Jason Williams.
Foxhill Park 5001 Collington Road (Route 197) Bowie, MD 20715
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SPORTS COMPLETED JULY 29, 2015 DATE VISITED
This sculpture incorporates a variety of sports equipment such as a football helmet, a tennis racket, a cricket bat, and a baseball glove.
Sculpted by lead artists Corey Lancaster and Joe Stebbings with apprentices by Ellis Alston, Xavier Fuller, Jasmine Hamilton, Rachel Hithon, Aleeah Murkey, Watta Nyalley, Amelia Pinn, Marissa Reynolds, Bunmi Shabi, Darnell Terry, Christopher Vargas, Ashley Vauss, Ameera Westfield, and Jason Williams.
COSCA Regional Park Clearwater Nature Center 11000 Thrift Road Clinton, MD 20735
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BLACK BEAR FAMILY COMPLETED MARCH 2018 DATE VISITED
Installed at the Northeast Corner of Cosca Regional Park Lake, this carving was created from yellow pine and features a mother bear and three cubs. Sculpted by Joseph and Mandy Stebbing.
BLUE HERON COMPLETED MARCH 2018 DATE VISITED
Installed on the peninsula at the northern end of the lake, this carving made from yellow pine represents the birds and other animals that live in the park. The carving features a small fence that connects a short fox totem and the larger totem pole. Sculpted by Joseph and Mandy Stebbing.
LISTEN COMPLETED ON SEPT. 16, 2015 DATE VISITED
This sculpture was created using sweetgrass, wild grape vines, and reeds harvested from the Patuxet River and woven into various shapes. The installation is visible from a walkway that leads visitors to the trail and is 30 feet off the ground.
Sculpted by lead artists Caryl Henry Alexander and Larry Jones with apprentices Ellis Alston, Xavier Fuller, Jasmine Hamilton, Rachel Hithon, Aleeah Murkey, Watta Nyalley, Amelia Pinn, Marissa Reynolds, Bunmi Shabi, Darnell Terry, Christopher Vargas, Ashley Vauss, Ameera Westfield, and Jason Williams.
Paint Branch Golf Course 4690 University Blvd. College Park, MD 20740 Pai nt B ran ch
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Acredale Community Park
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SONG BIRDS COMPLETED MARCH 22, 2016 DATE VISITED
Located between 7th Green and 8 T-Box, this installation carved from Red Oak, represents the wildlife that a golfer would encounter during the round at Paint Branch, including a fox intently watching for a goose. An ideal photo op while golfers are waiting to tee-off.
Sculpted by artist Joseph Stebbing, Jr. with input from the staff at Paint Branch Golf Course.
Enterprise Golf Course 2802 Enterprise Rd. Mitchellville, MD 20721
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EAGLES LANDING COMPLETED MARCH 29, 2016 DATE VISITED
Located between 7th Green and 8 T-Box, this installation carved from Red Oak, represents the wildlife that a golfer would encounter during the round at Paint Branch, including a fox intently watching for a goose. An ideal photo op while golfers are waiting to tee-off.
Sculpted by artist Joseph Stebbing, Jr. with input from the staff at Paint Branch Golf Course.
Millwood-Waterford Neighborhood Park 499 Shady Glen Dr. Capitol Heights, MD 20743
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WELCOME TOTEM COMPLETED DECEMBER 12, 2016 DATE VISITED
Located at the entrance of Millwood-Waterford Neighborhood Park, this totem pole represents the native wildlife that once roamed the community. Of particular interest is the hawk staring at the entrance to the park. Sculpted by artist Joseph Stebbing, Jr. with apprentices from the UMBC Choice Mentoring Program: Emmanuel Humbles, Tre’Von Richardson, Tyree Torney, Devonne Lindsey, Amelia Penn, and members of the MillwoodWaterford Civic Association.
Lane Manor Park 7601 West Park Dr. Adelphi, MD 20783
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BUTTERFLY TREE COMPLETED NOVEMBER 2017 DATE VISITED
Located between the bridges on the poolside of Lane Manor Park, this totem was carved from an ash tree which was dying from Emeril Ash Borer disease. It represents the insects and butterflies that live along the Northwest Branch Trail. Sculpted by artists Joseph and Mandy Stebbing.
TWO-HEADED DRAGON COMPLETED NOVEMBER 2017 DATE VISITED
Located on the playground side of Lane Manor Park, this sculpture was carved from an ash tree that was infected by the Emeril Ash Borer. It was a perfect candidate for an out-of-thebox carving. The tree with two large branches pointed in the same direction, ‘called out’ to be a two-headed dragon. Sculpted by artists Joseph Stebbing, Jr. and Glen Roloson.
Marlow Heights Community Center 2800 St. Clair Dr. Marlow Heights, MD 20748
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WELCOME TOTEM II COMPLETED NOVEMBER 2017 DATE VISITED
Located at the entrance to Marlow Heights Community Center, this carving was created from a red oak. It represents animals native to Prince Georges’ County. Sculpted by artists Joseph Stebbing, Jr. and Glen Roloson.
Visit all 7 locations!
Paint Branch Golf Course Foxhill Park
Old Port of Bladensburg Park
Enterprise Golf Course
Millwood-Waterford Neighborhood Park
Watkins Regional Park
PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY
COSCA Regional Park
O N TH E TR AI LS R E C YC L E , R E U S E & D E C AY
Witch
A nacostia River Wildlife I and II
Scarecrow Mare and Foal Final Finish Yvonne Ricky the Rat
Sports Black Bear Family Blue Heron Totem Listen
Song Birds Eagles Landing Welcome Totem I Butterfly Tree T wo-Headed Dragon Welcome Totem II
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