We are very happy to announce that we will be conducting
a few short mini camps for the Spring season.
Please read the instructions for registering your children very
carefully below.
*How to Register for Spring Camps:*
All programs are FREE, but require advance
reservations. Space is limited*.
Reservations are taken only by calling 301-497-5887 (*We do not take
registration by email at this time*).
The Visitor Center is located on Powder Mill Road between the
Baltimore-Washington Parkway and Rt. 197.
Please advise us of any special needs so that we may
accommodate you.
All camps will be held at the National Wildlife Visitor
Center in 2013.
Visit us on the web: Patuxent.fws.gov
*Please note: Spring day camps are on a first come-first
served basis and require registration by phone only at 301.497.5887. Participants may only attend *one camp within
their age group*. Participants should
dress for the weather, (long pants are recommended), wear coat/hat, insect
repellant, close toed shoes and bring water with a bag lunch that does not need
to be refrigerated.
*Animal Planet*
Ages 5-7, April 2nd & 3rd
10:00am-3:00pm
Learn the differences and similarities between different
groups of animals.
Discover the diversity of these animals and how each
survives in their habitat.
We’ll explore the refuge and find these creatures in
their natural habitat while
playing games, doing crafts, and more.* *
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*Refuge Ranger*
Ages 8-10, April 4th & 5th
10:00am-3:00pm
Come learn what it’s like to be a refuge ranger! Explore
hands-on how wildlife survives on a refuge.
Learn to identify plants, animals, and insects and understand how to
protect wildlife. Of course, there’s
much more to a refuge ranger, but you’ll have to come to find out!
Amy Shoop
Visitor Services
Patuxent Research Refuge
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