Quiet Waters Ice Rink Opens Soon + Lothian Wetland Hike Planned

Annapolis MD

09 November, 2021

5:31 PM

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MARYLAND — An outdoor ice rink will open this week in Annapolis. Other upcoming environmental events include hikes, historical farm tours and acorn tie-dyeing. Patch recently partnered with several local organizations to bring you their latest news. This guest contribution comes from National Park Service Chesapeake Gateways and Chesapeake Conservancy. Here's what Jody Hedeman Couser submitted to help you explore the Chesapeake Bay: "Quiet Waters Ice Skating The Quiet Waters ice rink will open on November [12th] – weather permitting. The ice rink is located in front of the Visitor Center and offers a pleasant and safe environment to enjoy ice skating outdoors. Come out for fun with family and friends. The park has skates, helmets and walkers, and they sharpen skates on site. Quiet Waters Park, Annapolis, MD. More information about park admission, rink, fees, and skating lessons." "Walking Off That Turkey Hike Join Jug Bay volunteer and Maryland Master Naturalist [Mike Quinlan] for [an] exploratory walk in the sanctuary. Look for signs of the season like seed heads, cool weather plants, ... scat, tracks, and mammals. Free with $6 per vehicle admission. Ages 10 and up welcome. Nov. 27, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm; Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary, Lothian. More information and registration." "Fall Colors Walk Enjoy a walk on the Azalea Trail at Greenbelt Park. The Azalea trail is 1.2 miles and meanders through the park. A ranger will be in the Sweetgum Picnic Area for maps and information. Parking is available at the Sweetgum Picnic Area. Nov. 13 and 14, 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm; Greenbelt Park, Greenbelt, MD. More information and registration." "Accokeek Farm Tours Take a tour through 1770 led by one of Accokeek farm's educators. Learn the history of Piscataway Park and the Accokeek Foundation as you explore the grounds of the National Colonial Farm. Adventure through the history of a working tobacco farm and meet its two- and four-legged residents, like the heritage breed Jersey buff turkey ... Suitable for all ages. $7/person, registration required. Nov. 12 and 26 and Dec. 10, 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm; Piscataway Park, Accokeek, MD. More information and registration." "Acorn Tie Dye Learn how to tie-dye with acorns while learning about the natural dye process. Acorns make a lovely, warm medium brown dye. All materials will be provided. Ages 8 to adult, under 13 w/adult. $10. Nov. 13, 10:30 am to 12:00 pm; Anita C. Leight Estuary Center, Abingdon, MD. More information and registration." Subscribe to your local Patch newsletter. Download our mobile application from the App Store or Google Play. RELATED: Chesapeake Bay Watershed Movie Premiers + Nature Paddle PlannedBat Week Activities + Composting In Annapolis: Autumn EventsChesapeake Bay Jack-O'-Lanterns + MD Fall Foliage Road TripsPuppy, Halloween Train Rides Planned + Evening Canoe Event SlatedWaterway Appreciation Planned + Waterfowl, Bird Watching SlatedOyster Festival Slated + Hispanic Cultural Events Planned In MDTrack Fall Foliage + Visit Smithsonian Environmental CenterHidden Chesapeake Beach + Underground Railroad CommemorationDocking Contest, Shark Exhibit, Free Museum Tickets Offered In MDMonarch Butterflies Will Fly Over MD, Educational Events PlannedMystery & Ice Cream Train, Kayak Bird Watching Event Slated In MDRaft-Up Boat Concert, Sailboat Races Approach In MarylandSeafood Lesson, Gold Hike, Folk Festival Offered In MarylandTall Ship, Lighthouse Day, Waterfront Festival Celebrated In MDAnnapolis Tropical Concert Returns After Year HiatusChesapeake Bay Camping, Sunflower Hike: Explore Maryland's NatureFree Smithsonian Center, Train Museum Tours Offered In MDSharkfest Comes To MD Museum, Exhibit Will Feature Live PredatorsHistoric London Town Tells Revolutionary War Tales Around July 4Tall Ships Come To Annapolis For July 4, Skipjack Tours AvailableSave The Fireflies, Thank The Bees In MD: Pollinator Week EventsTrack Dolphins In Chesapeake Bay, Fish For Invasive SnakeheadsHike In Greenbelt, Paddle Board In Lothian On National Trails DayAntique Boat Show, Father's Day Cruise Come To MD Waters Have a story idea? Please contact me at [email protected] with any pitches, tips or questions. Follow me on Twitter @JacobBaumgart and on Facebook @JacobBaumgartJournalist to stay up-to-date with the latest Anne Arundel County and Prince George's County news.