Frozen February, Icy March
February 2015 was the coldest February since 1934. The often-referenced “polar vortex” of last year doesn’t measure up to the cold of February 2015, which …
Popsicle Plunge Cancelled
The 9th Annual Popsicle Plunge scheduled for Saturday March 7th has been cancelled. The waters surrounding Rocky Point are completely iced-in and present safety concerns. …
Talking Turkey
Marshy Point is home to a domestic turkey that wanders the area around the nature center with our chickens, but several dozen wild turkeys also …
Chesapeake Bay Blues
The blue crab is Maryland’s state crustacean. Blue crabs are a traditional part of Summer for many Maryland residents, but these crustaceans are also an …
Turtle Trek IV Race/Walk
The 4th Annual Turtle Trek 5K Run/1 Mile Walk (in memory of Katie and Wil Brady) was held on November 8th at Marshy Point. Thank …
Fun at Fall Fest
Marshy Point’s 7th Annual Fall Festival was lots of fun and one of our most successful events ever! Almost 1,600 people attended! A special ‘thanks!’ …
Become a Master Naturalist
Cromwell Valley Park and Marshy Point Nature Center have teamed up to offer the Maryland Master Naturalist training program this Fall. The 10-week program will …
Ospreys Take Flight
For those of us that live close to the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries, there are few birds more recognizable than the osprey. Also known …
Where are All the Bees?
There are around 400 bee species in Maryland, but the most recognizable is the European Honey Bee (Apis mellifera). As their name suggests, honey bees …
Dandelions: Friend or Foe?
Dandelions are starting to show themselves all over the park—a sure sign of Spring. This cheerful little plant has often been cast as public enemy …