Photo by Bobby Phillips
THE PARK IS OPEN FROM SUNRISE TO SUNSET. Gates will be locked shortly after sunset. No bicycles are permitted on our trails.
The Park office may be reached at 410-887-2503 or info@cromwellvalleypark.org
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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DON'T MISS THE LATEST CVP HAPPENINGS
All throughout the park wildlife is readying to produce the next generation.
The evening rains added to a vernal pool formed along the floodplain of Minebank Run
All events require registration unless otherwise noted.
To register for an event, please go to https://cromwellvalleypark.campbrainregistration.com/
Habitat Hike – SOLD OUT
Sunday, May 15 at 1 PM to 3 PM Habitat Hike – All Ages. What moves in a meadow? Who swims in a stream? What frolics in the forest? Join a Naturalist to find out! $2 members /$4 non-members. BOTH ADULTS AND CHILDREN MUST REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT
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Escape the Heat: Burrows!
Sunday, June 26 at 1 PM to 2:30 PM Escape the Heat: Burrows! – All Ages. Learn about native animals that create and use burrows or holes to get away from the hot days of summer and visit some burrows and holes outside. $2 members / $4 non-members. BOTH ADULTS AND CHILDREN MUST REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT
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Mud & Fire ~ Part I
Saturday, July 2 at 1 PM to 3 PM Mud & Fire ~ Part I – Ages 12 +. Using clay from White Marsh Run, you’ll learn how native people made pottery using their tools and techniques. We suggest you sign up for next weekend's program to fire your pot. $2 members / $4 non-members. Primitive Technology Laboratory. BOTH ADULTS…
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4th of July Adventure Trek
Sunday, July 3 at 10 AM to 2 PM 4th of July Adventure Trek – All Ages. Your adventure starts at the Nature Center. Stop by to get started on a self-guided journey, and then return to the Nature Center to pick up your red, white, or blue prize. FREE! Registration required. ONLY CHILDREN MUST REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT
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Happy 4th of July!
Monday, July 4 Happy 4th of July! The Nature Center and Park Office will be closed, but the Park will be open for this Baltimore County Holiday.
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Saturday, July 9 at 1 PM to 3 PM Mud & Fire ~ Part II – Ages 12+. A clay pot is just mud until it has been fired. Bring your pot from Part I and learn how pottery was fired on a campfire. The firing process may not be complete by the time you leave. Cooled pots may be…
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SOLD OUT – BERRY-licious
Sunday, July 10 at 1 PM to 3 PM BERRY-licious– Ages 5+. Wild berries are ripe for the picking. Join a Naturalist as we forage for berries and make berry shortcakes in our Earth Oven. $3 members / $5 non-members. BOTH ADULTS AND CHILDREN MUST REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT
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Moths in the Moonlight
Friday, July 15 at 8 PM to 9:30 PM Moths in the Moonlight – Ages 8+. Join a Naturalist as we celebrate upcoming National Moth week by learning about Saturniid moths and why moths are attracted to lights. We’ll leave the light on for you! $2 members / $4 non-members. BOTH ADULTS AND CHILDREN MUST REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT
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Become a Project Budburst Community Scientist
Saturday, July 16 at 1 PM to 2:30 PM Become a Project Budburst Community Scientist – Ages 8+. Come join a naturalist as we observe flowering plants up close and learn about what types of amazing pollinators visit them. What we see and record will help researchers better understand how our changing climate is influencing the life cycles of plants.…
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Summer Snake Safari
Sunday, July 17 at 1 PM to 2:30 PM Summer Snake Safari – All Ages. Join a naturalist for a fun “snake safari” as we look for native snakes at Cromwell Valley Park. $2 members / $4 non-members. BOTH ADULTS AND CHILDREN MUST REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT Attendance: 15
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