Public programs are designed for individuals and
families. Additional programs are available for schools and organized
groups. Check our website at www.serc.si.edu
for a list of age-appropriate environmental education programs, information
about trails, and upcoming events. For information about organized group
programs call (443) 482.2388; for school groups call (443) 482.2216.
All programs meet at the Reed
Education Center and are free unless otherwise stated. Directions to SERC can
be found online at www.serc.si.edu.
Preregistration is required for some of the programs. You may register online
with a Visa or MasterCard at http://serc.si.edu
. SERC is a wildlife conservation area and pets are not allowed on the research
campus. There is no food available on the SERC campus.
September
Thursday, September 5th- Pre-K, Puddle
Stompers: Patterns in Nature (9:30-10:30 am, 11 am- Noon)
Saturday, September 7th- Canoe Excursion
(9-11:30 am)
Saturday, September 14th- Contee Watershed
Trail Hike (10 am-Noon)
Thursday, September 19th- Pre-K, Puddle
Stompers: Honey Bees (9:30-10:30 am, 11 am- Noon)
Saturday, September 21st- Canoe Excursion
(9-11:30 am)
October
Thursday, October 3th- Pre-K, Puddle
Stompers: Spiders (9:30-10:30 am, 11 am- Noon)
Saturday, October 5th- Canoe Excursion
(9-11:30 am)
Thursday, October 17th- Pre-K, Puddle
Stompers: Owls (9:30-10:30 am, 11 am- Noon)
Saturday, October 19th- Canoe Excursion
(9-11:30 am)
Introduction to Spiders (1:30-2:30 pm)
Saturday, October 26th- Introduction to
Bats (10:30-11:30 am)
Thursday, October 31st- Pre-K, Puddle
Stompers: Bats (9:30-10:30 am, 11 am- Noon)
November
Thursday, November 14th- Pre-K, Puddle
Stompers: What Happens in Fall? (9:30-10:30 am, 11 am-Noon)
Saturday, November 9th- Fall Marsh Hike
(10:30 am-Noon)
December
Thursday, December 12th- Pre-K, Puddle
Stompers: Jack Frost (9:30-10:30 am, 11 am- Noon)
January
Thursday, January 16th- Pre-K, Puddle Stompers: Animals That Can Fly
(9:30-10:30 am, 11 am- Noon)
Thursday, January 30th- Pre-K, Puddle Stompers: Paws and Claws
(9:30-10:30 am, 11 am- Noon)
February
Thursday, February 13th- Pre-K, Puddle Stompers: Walk, Crawl, Slither,
Hop (9:30-10:30 am, 11 am- Noon)
Thursday, February 27th- Pre-K, Puddle Stompers: Ocean Alphabet
(9:30-10:30 am, 11 am- Noon)
Canoe
Trips
Canoe Excursions
Saturdays, September 7th & 21st,
October 3rd & 19th (9-11:30 am)
Paddle along the shores of Muddy Creek and the Rhode River
to learn about one of the many tributaries of the Chesapeake Bay. We’ll look
for wildlife, eagles, shorebirds, reptiles, and more. This trip is designed for
beginning and intermediate paddlers. Basic instruction will be given at the
start of the program. Cost is $16 per adult and $8 for children 6-12
years old; limited to 18 participants. Preregistration is required online at http://serc.si.edu .
Puddle
Stompers Pre-K Programs (Parent/Grandparent and Child)
These programs are for children ages 3-5 yrs and their
parents or grandparents. All classes are $8 a student which includes a
materials fee. Siblings are $4 a student (sibling ages 1-2 yrs. or 6+ yrs.).
Registration is online only at http://serc.si.edu
. Classes are limited to 18 students per session.
All classes
meet on THIURSDAYS. The same class is offered at two different times on the
same day,
9:30-10:30 am
and 11 am-Noon.
September 5th-
Patterns in Nature: Nature is constructed on the basis of recurring
patterns. Children will learn the main types of patterns found in nature and
we’ll take a trip outside to look for rings, swirls, branching, squiggles, and
more.
September 19th-
Honey Bees: Fall provides a second honey flow for bees. We’ll learn all
about how bees make honey and the inside working of hives.
October 19th-
Spiders: Come learn about the different types of spiders, from web builders
to hunting and jumping spiders. We’ll go on a spider web hunt outside too.
October 17th-
Owls: Learn all about owls and their adaptations for hunting. We’ll play
some games and then dissect some owl pellets to see what owls eat.
October 31st-
Bats: It’s Halloween! Join us for some spooky fun learning all about
helpful bats and play some hands-on games.
November 14th-
What Happens in Fall?: Let’s explore what happens in fall. We’ll learn why
Animals are fattening up, leaves are falling, and acorns are coming down from
the trees.
December 12th-Jack
Frost: Winter is here, so we’ll learn all about frost and snow then we’ll
make our own frost painting to decorate the fridge.
January 16th-
Animals That Can Fly: Many animals have wings and can fly or glide. We’ll
discover all about these animals from birds and bats to lizards and squirrels.
January 30th-
Paws and Claws: Animals have special adaptations to live in their habitats.
We’ll learn about the different types of paws and claws that animals have on
their feet and then make a fun craft.
February 13th-
Walk, Crawl, Slither, Hop: How do animals move? In this fun and high
activity class we’ll move and model how animals go about.
February 27th-
Ocean Alphabet: Explore the depths of the oceans using the alphabet as a
guide!
General
Programs
Contee Watershed Trail Hike
Saturday, September 14th (10 am-Noon)
Come join us for a hike through the new watershed trail and
to the new overlook. We’ll look at native plants and wildlife along the way.
Hike is approx. 1.5 miles over moderate hills and inclines. Suggested for ages
8+. Preregistration is online at http://serc.si.edu, $4
person.
Introduction to Spiders
Saturday, October 19th (10-11 am)
Do you know the difference between hunting and weaving
spiders? In this program we will explore some of the unique features of spiders
from their hydrostatic skeleton to their multiple eyes and hooked legs; great
for all ages. Preregistration is required online at http://serc.si.edu ,
$4 per person.
Introduction to Bats
Saturday, October 26th (10:30 am-11:30 am)
Bats are one of Maryland’s precious natural resources. They
help control mosquito and insect populations. Come learn all about the
different types of bats found in Maryland, and their differences and
similarities to bats from around the world. Preregistration is required online
at http://serc.si.edu
, $4 per person.
Fall Marsh Hike
Saturday, November 9th (10:30 am-Noon)
Join us for a walk through the fall marsh landscape on this
beautiful walk through SERC’s trails. We’ll look for color changes and animals
that are preparing for fall. Wear comfortable walking shoes. The hike is
approximately 1.5 miles. Pre-registration is suggested at http://serc.si.edu, $4 person.
Karen S.
McDonald
Education and
Outreach Coordinator
PO Box 28
647 Contees Wharf Rd.
Edgewater, MD 21037
(443) 482.2388
SERC.si.edu (main website)
Home School Blog: http://serchomeschool.wordpress.com/
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