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Events and ProgramsUpcoming EventsSaturday, March 31, 12 noon-2 pmNatural Egg Dyeing Enjoy the color of spring and have fun painting your own egg. Create a basket and join our egg hunt. We provide the eggs, you bring the creativity! Ages 3-16 Fee: $3 Resident; $4 Non-Resident SMARTlink #722314 ProgramsADVENTURE SEEKERSEnjoy what the area has to offer-hiking, museums, and trips to natural and historical sites.Scheduled trips: Saturday, March 3, 10 am-5 pm National Zoological Park in Washington, DC Ages 8-12 Fee: Resident $3; Non-Resident $4 SMARTlink #722164 Saturday, April 7, 10 am-5 pm C&O Canal National Historical Park, Potomac, Maryland Ages 8-12 Fee: Resident $3; Non-Resident $4 SMARTlink #722165 Saturday, April 28, 10 am-5 pm Maryland Day at the University of Maryland in College Park Ages 8-12 Fee: FREE Saturday, May 5, 10 am-5 pm Around the World Embassy Tour in Washington, DC Ages 8-12 Fee: Resident $3; Non-Resident $4 SMARTlink #722166 OUTDOOR ADVENTURESBring out the explorer in you! Scheduled trips:Saturday, March 10, 8 am-5 pm Virginia Birding and Wildlife Trail in Northern Virginia Ages 18 & up Fee: Resident $5; Non-Resident $6 SMARTlink #722414 Saturday, April 14, 8 am-5 pm Patuxent Research Refuge in Laurel, Maryland and Fort Smallwood Park in Pasadena, Maryland Ages 18 & up Fee: Resident $5; Non-Resident $6 SMARTlink #722415 Saturday, May 12, 8 am-5 pm Black Hills Regional Park in Boyds, Maryland and Little Bennett Regional Park in Clarksburg, Maryland Ages 18 & Up Fee: Resident $15; Non-Resident $18 SMARTlink #722416 Live Animal Show Saturday, April 28, 12 noon-2 pm Observe, touch, and learn about the live animals through hands-on experiences. Ages 2 & Up Fee: Resident $2; Non-Resident $3 SMARTlink #722264 Zumba Plus Tuesdays, 6:30-7:30 pm Zumba is a fusion of Latin and International music and dance themes that create a dynamic and exciting workout plus toning and abdominal exercises. Sessions are 4 classes with drop-ins welcome. Ages 15 & up Fee: Resident $25; Non-Resident $30 Drop-In Fee (per class): Resident $6; Non-Resident $9 April 3-24 session- SMARTlink #722365 May 1-29 session- SMARTlink #722366 Nature Club Tuesdays, 6:30-7:30 pm Your child will enjoy a variety of ‘nature’-lly fun activities. Snacks provided. Ages 5-11 Fee: $2/child Creek Hike Saturday, May 19, 10 am-1 pm Put on your boots to explore, examine, and identify the many life forms of a local creek using dip nets. Dress to get wet. Ages 6-12 Fee: Resident $2; Non-Resident $3 Toddler Time Thursdays, 11 am-12 noon Parents and their toddlers can have fun at the nature center with hands-on treasures, crafts, stories, soft play, and much more. FREE Teen ProgramsXtreme Teens: College TourTeens (ages 13-17) will visit campuses of 3 local universities to learn about campus life and financial aid. Fee includes lunch and transportation from the center. Bowie State University Tuesday, April 3, 9 am-5 pm Fee: Resident $5; Non-Resident $7 SMARTlink #889965 Howard University & University of Maryland Thursday, April 5, 9 am-5 pm Fee: Resident $5; Non-Resident $7 SMARTlink #890065 Making the Band Tuesdays, 3-6 pm Learn how to make music, practice putting together shows, and socialize with us. Ages 13-17; FREE Open Recreation School-year hours: Tuesdays, 3-6 pm Enjoy indoor and outdoor recreational activities. Play games, sports, crafts, music and much more. Permission slip required. Ages 10-17; FREE Xtreme Teens/Pre-Teens Nights Fridays, 9 pm Enjoy indoor and outdoor recreational activities including games, sports, crafts, music, trips, swimming and more. Ages 10-17 (M-NCPPC Youth ID required) FREE admission; Additional fees may apply for trips and special events. 2012 Summer Day CampsParents, it's time to start planning your child's summer fun.Registration:A SMARTlink client account is required to register your child for summer camps. If you do not have a family account set, visit Become a SMARTlink Client or visit any M-NCPPC staffed facility during normal business hours and bring proof of identity, ages, and residency for yourself and each family member that will be on your account.Age Requirements:Campers must be ages 6-10 by August 31, 2012 and ages 11-15 by December 31, 2012.All required camp and medical forms are to be completely filled out and turned in to the nature center by June 1, 2012. If registering after June 1, all forms are due at the time of registration. At the time of registration, please make sure that your home mailing and e-mail address on your SMARTlink account is current and correct; otherwise we will be unable to mail you the necessary forms to fill out. Campers will not be allowed to attend camp if the necessary paperwork has not been filled out and turned in. Before and After Extended Care:AM and PM care are available for all nature summer camps.AM Care: 7-9 am; Fee: Resident $13; Non-Resident $15 PM Care: 4:30-6 pm; Fee: Resident $12; Non-Resident $15 Payment:Camps may be paid in full at the time of camp registration, or a $50 non-refundable, non-transferable deposit may be applied to each registration to hold your spot. Full payment must be made by June 1 (for camps starting on or before July 9) or by July 1 (for camps starting after July 9). Failure to pay in full by the due date may cause you to lose your spot in that camp. Personal checks will not be accepted after June 1.Nature Detectives Listen closely to clues in nature. Spend the week discovering the wonders of plants, animals and the natural world through indoor and outdoor activities including hikes, crafts, and games. • Date & Time: July 16-20, 9 am-4:30 pm • Ages: 6-7 • Fee: Resident $105; Non-Resident $130 • Camp SMARTlink #800065 • Before Care SMARTlink #800116 • After Care: SMARTlink #800166 Wildlife Safari Explore and discover a variety of wildlife from local and international habitats. Activities include animal shows, hikes and field trips. • Date & Time: August 13-17, 9 am-4:30 pm • Ages: 6-7 • Fee: Resident $105; Non-Resident $130 • Camp: SMARTlink #800915 • Before Care: SMARTlink #800965 • After Care: SMARTlink #801015 Wetland Wanderers Explore local ponds, rivers, and streams on foot and by boat. Activities include the catch, study, and release of wetland creatures and daily expeditions to search for wildlife clues. Also, learn to use water-testing equipment. • Date & Time: June 25-29, 9 am-4:30 pm • Ages: 8-10 • Fee: Resident $120; Non-Resident $145 • Camp: SMARTlink #792724 • Before Care: SMARTlink #800215 • After Care: SMARTlink #800219 OUTDOOR ADVENTURERS Embark on adventures such as canoeing, whitewater rafting, hiking, or geocaching. Participants provide their own sleeping bags and backpacks for overnight camping. Activities might vary. • Date & Time: August 6-10, 9 am-4:30 pm • Ages: 11-16 • Fee: Resident $105; Non-Resident $130 • Camp: SMARTlink #800715 • Before Care: SMARTlink #800765 • After Care: SMARTlink #800815 Extreme Adventurers Embark on adventures such as canoeing, whitewater rafting, hiking, or geocaching. Participants provide their own sleeping bags and backpacks for overnight camping. Activities might vary. • Date& Time: July 9-13, 9 am-4:30 pm • Ages: 11-16 • Fee: Resident $185; Non-Resident $225 • Camp: SMARTlink #792720 • Before Care: SMARTlink #792721 • After Care: SMARTlink #792722 |
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