An adult scavenger hunt at Brookside Gardens in Wheaton, an afternoon pontoon boat ride at Black Hills Park in Boys and a treasure hunt in Wheaton Regional Park are among the variety of special events Montgomery Parks will host in November at Montgomery County nature centers.
The schedule of November nature center special programs will include:
- Project Feederwatch. Thursdays and Fridays in November. 11 a.m.–noon. Locust Grove Nature Center, 7777 Democracy Blvd., Bethesda. Become a citizen scientist and count the different species of birds visiting feeders. All skill levels welcome. Bring your binoculars and your love for nature. Ages 5 and older. Registration required. Free.
- Ready, Set, Go! Friday, Nov. 1. 7-9 p.m. Brookside Nature Center, 1400 Glenallan Ave, Wheaton. Adults-only scavenger hunt is back with all new missions. Grab friends for a nature-themed adventure using the GooseChase app and unleash your inner explorer. Ages 18 and older. Registration required. $15 per person.
- Maydale Community Celebration. Saturday, Nov. 2. 1-4 p.m. Maydale Nature Classroom, 1638 Maydale Drive, Colesville. Join an afternoon of fun and festivities that will include live music, cozy campfires with s’mores, hands-on apple cider making and crafts for all ages. There may be a special visit from Smokey Bear. All ages. Free.
- Afternoon on the Pontoon. Saturday, Nov. 2. 1:30-2:30 p.m. and 3:30-4:30 p.m. Black Hill Boats, 20920 Lake Ridge Drive, Boyds. A leisurely cruise on a pontoon boat along Little Seneca Lake. Keep an eye out for local wildlife. Ages 6 and older. Registration required. $7 per person ($6, Friends of Black Hill).
- Teen High Adventure Excursions: Hiking at Great Falls. Monday, Nov. 4. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Maydale Nature Classroom, 1638 Maydale Drive, Colesville. School is out on Nov. 4. Join a hike along the cliffs of Great Falls along Section A of the Billy Goat Trail and take in exquisite views of the Potomac River and local flora and fauna. Registration required. Ages 12–15. $50 per person.
- Nature Explorers. Thursday, Nov. 7, and Tuesday, Nov. 12. 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Maydale Nature Classroom, 1638 Maydale Drive, Colesville. Little adventurers will dive into the wonders of wildlife. Join us for fun activities exploring “Super Seeds” on Nov. 7, and “Turkey Talk” on Nov. 12, just in time for Thanksgiving. Registration required. Ages 3–5. $6 per person.
- Black Hill Van Trips: Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge. Thursday, Nov. 14. 10 a.m. – 8:30 p.m. Black Hill Discovery Center, 20926 Lake Ridge Drive, Boyds. Embark on a journey to Delaware’s Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge Center for outstanding views of snow geese, dabbling ducks, and eagles. Ages 18 and older. Registration required. $60 per person ($58, Friends of Black Hill).
- Treasure Hunting in Wheaton Regional Park. Saturday, Nov. 23. 10 a.m.-noon. Brookside Nature Center, 1400 Glenallan Ave, Wheaton. Join an exciting geocaching adventure led by a park naturalist seeking hidden caches. Ages 8 and older. Registration required. $7 per person.
