Guided Kayak Trips
August 10 at 5:30pm
August 20th at 1:00pm
August 31st at 5:30pm
An ACA certified Kayak Instructor and Naturalist will guide you through basic kayak instruction and then lead you on a paddle to explore the watershed of Marshy Creek. While kayaking, you may encounter wading birds, waterfowl, and migratory raptors hunting the marshlands. Other common sightings include otter, muskrat, terrapin turtles, mating cownose stingrays, schooling silversides, undulating jellyfish and slithery water snakes! If nothing else, the ebb and flow of the tide through gently swaying marsh grass is the sure remedy for nature-deficit disorder! Guided trips are offered three times a month from May through October during the 2017 season. These trips are for beginner to intermediate kayakers and include instruction on equipment, paddling/safety techniques, and loading and unloading the vessels. The experience will give you up to two hours of paddling time with a self-provided snack break at the halfway point.
Pre-registration is required by required by completing the online form: https://www.bayrestoration.
Guided SUP Trip
August 19th 9:30am
Karla Horton from Dragonfly Paddle will guide you through basic SUP instruction and then Courtney Leigh, Certified Interpretive Guide, will lead you on a paddle to explore the watershed of Marshy Creek. While kayaking, you may encounter wading birds, waterfowl, and migratory raptors hunting the marshlands. Other common sightings include otter, muskrat, terrapin turtles, mating cownose stingrays, schooling silversides, undulating jellyfish and slithery water snakes! If nothing else, the ebb and flow of the tide through gently swaying marsh grass is the sure remedy for nature-deficit disorder! This trip is for beginner to intermediate paddlers and include instruction on equipment, paddling/safety techniques, and loading and unloading the vessels. The experience will give you up to two hours of paddling time with a self-provided snack break at the halfway point. Cost is $25 per CBEC Member and $35 per Non CBEC Member.
Pre-registration is required by completing the online form: https://www.bayrestoration.
Questions can be sent to Courtney Leigh at cleigh@bayrestoration.org or 443-262-2032. Space is limited.
Guided Hike: Ecology of Property Tour
August 12th at 1pm
Join us for a guided hike on CBEC’s Lake Trail for this unique opportunity to discover some of the natural features and treasures found on our property. A docent will lead participants on a journey to explore topics of Hummock Succession, Oyster Reef Ecology, Salt Marsh Plants, Lake Knapp Bird Residents, and Resident Raptors all while walking a 1.5 mile flat path around the center of our 510 acre peninsula. There is a half-way rest stop with restroom accessibility. Participants are encouraged to dress for weather and bring along a water bottle, small snack, and binoculars. Duration is approximately 2 hours. Trips are subject to cancellation due to weather or low enrollment. Check-in and hike begin at the Visitor Center.
Cost is FREE to CBEC Members, $5 for Non Members
Pre-Registration is required as there is a minimum and maximum for this trip by completing the online form:
Questions can be sent to Courtney Leigh Volunteer and Adult Education Coordinator at cleigh@bayrestoration.org
Family Day Guided Hike: Explore Pond Life
August 17th at 1pm
Join us for a family guided hike around CBEC’s ponds. CBEC’s Certified Interpretive Guide paired with guest Naturalists will guide participants on a walk along the edge’s of CBEC’s freshwater ponds pointing out evidence of turtles, frogs, snakes, and birds. After our leisurely and stroller friendly stroll we will stop at the bank of one of our ponds and begin to explore what lives in the water. Participants will use dip nets, field guides, and observation equipment to study the marcroinvertebrates, fish, and amphibian life found!
Participants are encouraged to dress for weather “in pond exploring clothes” and bring along a water bottle, small snack, and binoculars. Duration is approximately 2 hours. Trips are subject to cancellation due to weather or low enrollment. Check-in and hike begin at the Visitor Center.
Cost is FREE to CBEC Members, $5 for Non Members
Pre-Registration is required as there is a minimum and maximum for this trip:
Maryland Master Naturalist Advanced Training: Introduction to Bird Language
Tuesday, August 15 8-noon at Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center
Wednesday, August 16 8-noon at Pickering Creek Audubon Center
Explore the world of birds beyond identification and classification. Birds and other animals share a language that allows them to safely navigate their world and stay connected to each other. Learn how to “listen” to what birds say through their vocalizations and behaviors in this structured immersive field experience. During this two-day workshop you will learn how to identify the unique patterns of behavior common across many species. Hone your observation skills in the field and awaken your understanding of what birds are saying in real time about the landscape around them. Join us to work closely with fellow naturalists to map out and interpret your observations. Enhance how you share the natural world with others by studying bird language.
Registration: $20 for one day or $35 for both days by following the link below: https://www.bayrestoration.
For more details and or questions contact Courtney Leigh, Volunteer and Adult Education Coordinator at The Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center at cleigh@bayrestoration.org
Creepy Crawlers: Preschool Nature Education Program
August 7th and 8th at 10:00am
Jellyfish
Examine the blub, blub of the Jellyfish.
* We will take a 15 minute stroller-friendly walk to the beach for water activity.
Cost is $3 to CBEC Members, $5 for Non Members
Pre-Registration is required as there is a minimum and maximum for this trip: https://www.bayrestoration.
Creepy Crawlers: Preschool Gardening Program
August 21st at 10:00am
The Fruits of Labor
It’s harvest time! What can we make with our bounty? Let’s find out!
Cost is $3 to CBEC Members, $5 for Non Members
Pre-Registration is required as there is a minimum and maximum for this trip: https://www.
