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Our Mission
The Cromwell Valley Park Council (CPVC) is a volunteer, non-profit organization dedicated to the stewardship of Cromwell Valley Park as a public space for passive recreation and School Programs. The CVPC works in cooperation with the Baltimore County Department of Recreation and Parks and other entities to maintain, preserve and protect the natural environment and historic structures in the Park.
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All events require registration unless otherwise noted.
To register for an event, please go to https://cromwellvalleypark.campbrainregistration.com/
Autumn’s Insect Symphony Night Hike
Ages 8+. Let’s celebrate autumn by heading out on a night hike to find and identify those musicians that chirp, click, zip, buzz and rattle from the meadows and trees all around us. Bring your flashlight and some patience as we investigate these insects up close. $2 members /$4 non-members. Nature Center
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It’s a Bomb! ~ A Seed Bomb
Ages 8+. Join a Naturalist as we have an EXPLOSIVE good time making seed bombs out of clay with native seeds. Be careful throwing these “bombs” in your garden, they may explode into beautiful native flowers! $3 members /$5 non-members. Nature Center
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Animal Encounter: Meet Quacky and Webster!
All Ages. You’ll have a QUACKtastic time meeting the Nature Center’s dynamic ducky duo! $2 members /$4 non-members. Nature Center
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How ‘bout them Apples!
Ages 8+. Join a Naturalist as we look at the Appalachian art form of making apple heads, corn husk dolls, and learning how important apples were to the Sherwood Farm! Bring your own paring knife with you. $3 members /$5 non-members. Nature Center
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A Walk in the Park
Ages 5+. Enjoy the crisp fall air and join a Naturalist as we hike to their favorite spot in the Park. Wear sturdy shoes. $2 members /$4 non-members. Nature Center
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Hike to the Balancing Reservoir
Adults Only. Join a Naturalist as we hike to the north eastern edge of the park to find out how the flow of water was controlled and managed from Loch Raven Dam to Baltimore’s water treatment plant at Lake Montebello. Wear sturdy shoes. $2 members / $4 non-members. Nature Center
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Habitat Restoration Team – Weed Warrior Days!
We remove invasive plants from the Park and in warmer weather, plant natives and maintain restored habitat – great opportunities for high school students for community service and volunteers who like to work outdoors: Saturdays from 2 PM to 4 PM ~ September 5, 26; October 10, 24; November 14, 21. Meet at the Sherwood House Parking Lot. Reservations NOT…
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Doe, a Deer!
Ages 5+. There are many deer that call Cromwell Valley Park their home. Join a Naturalist as we hike in the forest to identify the signs of the deer that live here. Wear sturdy shoes. $2 members /$4 non-members. Nature Center
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Saturday Morning Bird Walks
Spend your weekends this Fall at CVP! Songbird migration will be in full swing & we will be watching the skies for migrating hawks, as well. Dust off your binoculars & put on those hiking shoes to enjoy one of the PREMIERE MIGRATION SITES ON THE EAST COAST. Registration is required for each session and walks are limited to 10…
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All Ages. Choose a pumpkin to decorate from our “pumpkin patch”. $3 members PER PUMPKIN /$5 non-members PER PUMPKIN. Nature Center
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