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The Jug Bay component is an expansive
freshwater tidal marsh located in the middle reaches of the Patuxent
River bordered by Anne Arundel and Prince George’s County. Its 2,087
acres of open water, tidal marshes, swamp, fields, and upland forest is
home to a high diversity of plants and animals and offers a unique
outdoor experience. Given the extensive wetland and upland habitat, Jug
Bay is an ideal location for a variety of research and monitoring
projects. Currently, there are many ongoing scientific studies taking
place and on-site laboratories are available for use by visiting
scientists. Additionally, there are a variety of education, natural
history, and science programs offered for the community, children,
students, and families.
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There are two partners at this component:
Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary (Anne Arundel County) on the east bank of
the river.
Patuxent River Park (Prince George’s County) on the west bank of
the river.
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Patuxent River Park
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Activities:
Natural history programs, nature hikes, river ecology boat tours,
camping, boating, and canoeing are offered here. Patuxent River Park
offers fishing piers, hiking and horseback trails, canoe and kayak
rentals, boat ramps, campgrounds, the Duvall Tool Museum, the
Chesapeake Bay Critical Area Driving Tour, and a Visitor Center.
Contact Information
Patuxent River Park
16000 Croom Airport Road
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
Phone: 301-627-6074
Website:
http://www.pgparks.com/Things_To_Do/Nature/Patuxent_River_Park.htm
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Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary |
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Activities:
Nature hikes; canoeing; a visitor’s center with interactive exhibits for
all ages; educational programs for the community, students, and
families; citizen based scientific investigations and volunteer
opportunities
Contact Information
Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary
1361 Wrighton Road
Lothian, MD 20711
Phone: 410-741-9330
Website:
www.jugbay.org |
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