1/26: Campfire vs Cabin Fever - Patapsco Valley State Park
Sick of being stuck inside with the winter blues? Patapsco is still beautiful and open for visitors. Join us for a campfire. S'Mores are a necessity and learn how to make other campfire foods. For all ages. Meet at the Avalon Visitor Center. Please call 410-461-5005 to sign up or for more information. Cost: $2 per person.

2/2: Meet Merkle's Reptiles! - Merkle Wildlife Sanctuary and Visitor's Center
Learn more about the reptiles at the Frank Oslislo Visitor Center and their importance in the greater ecological picture. This program in suitable for all ages and will be held indoors. This event is FREE!. Call 301-888-1377 for more information.

2/8: Owl Prowl - Calvert Cliffs State Park
Join a ranger for a walk in the forest at night. Discover the secrets of owls and prowl the woods to capture an image or a sound of a live owl yourself. To register for this program call 301-888-1377 or e-mail kjarboe@dnr.state.md.us. Please wear comfortable walking shoes, warm clothing, and bring a flashlight. Cost is $5/car.

2/8: Junior Rangers - Gunpowder Falls State Park
Kids from 9-12 years old are invited to get outside, explore the park, discover nature, and learn about the environment through hands-on activities. Sign up soon because space is limited and you don't want to miss out on all the fun! Children ages 5-8: Park Pals are introduced to the outdoors through games, crafts, and activities with a nature theme. This program gets our youngest visitors involved in the same topics as Junior Rangers, but with a hands-on approach that's tailored to early childhood. It's perfect for the younger siblings of Junior Rangers! Children ages 2-4: Sprouts will be introduced to the outdoors through crafts, stories, and activities with a nature theme. This program gets our youngest visitors involved in hands-on activities that enhance early childhood development. Sprouts will only be from 10-11 a.m. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Sprouts are welcome to stay and play while their older siblings complete their sessions. Cost: $25 per child for Jr. Rangers or Park Pals. $15 per Sprout. Or $10 for each additional child from the same family! Call 410-592-2897 for more information.