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/
Happy Memorial Day!
Monday, May 27 Happy Memorial Day! – The Nature Center and Park Office will be closed, but the Park will be open for this Baltimore County Holiday.
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Forest Animals and Their Tracks
Saturday, June 1 at 1 PM to 2:30 PM Forest Animals and Their Tracks – All ages. Animals leave distinctive marks which tell you when, where, and who they are. Join a Naturalist to make a plaster cast of a track to take home. $3 members/$5 non-members. Willow Grove Nature Center BOTH ADULTS AND CHILDREN MUST REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT
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Visit our Nature Center Day
Sunday, June 2 at 11 AM to 3 PM Visit our Nature Center Day! - All ages. Visit the Nature Center, enjoy the exhibits, visit with our animals, and have a glass of iced tea on us! Drop in program. Reservations NOT required. FREE! Willow Grove Nature Center
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Lady Bug Fun
Saturday, June 8 at 1 PM to 2:30 PM Lady Bug Fun – Ages 4 to 10 with Adult. The lady bug is not a bug at all! It is a beetle - and an important beetle at that! Learn what kinds are in the area, search for one with a Naturalist, and then make a craft. $2 members/$4 non-members.…
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Let’s Get Wet!
Sunday, June 9 at 1 PM to 2:30 PM Let’s Get Wet! – All ages. Come on down and explore Minebank Run. Wear shoes that can get wet. FREE! Willow Grove Nature Center BOTH ADULTS AND CHILDREN MUST REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT
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Law of Claw & Fang
Saturday, June 15 at 1 PM to 2 PM Law of Claw & Fang – All ages. Join a Naturalist to learn about food chains and help us feed our animal collection. Drop in program. Reservations NOT required. FREE! Willow Grove Nature Center BOTH ADULTS AND CHILDREN MUST REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT
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Father’s Day Nature Quest Hike
Sunday, June 16 at 10 AM to 3 PM Father’s Day Nature Quest Hike – All ages. Bring Dad to the Park with your Wegmans Nature Quest booklet (or get one here) and hike to find the Quest Trail markers. Stop by the Nature Center after your self-guided tour to pick up your CVP sticker! Drop in program. Reservations NOT…
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Wee Wanderers Nature Camp – Age 4
$115 and includes a Family Membership Renewal to the Cromwell Valley Park Council. 2nd child’s registration fee is $95 for this program. June 17 to June 21, 2019 from 9:30 AM to 12 PM You and your child will enjoy nature crafts, hikes, games, and animal talks. "It’s all about a sense of Wonder." If your child is in diapers and…
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Habitat Restoration Team – Weed Warrior Days!
We will remove invasive plants from the Park, plant natives and maintain restored habitat – great opportunity for high school students to earn their community service hours and volunteers who like to work outdoors. Wednesdays from 10 AM to 12 PM on June 19 & 26; July 17; August 7. Saturdays from 10 AM to 12 PM on June 8…
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Summer Solstice Campfire
Friday, June 21 at 8 PM to 9:30 PM Summer Solstice Campfire – All ages. Join us as we welcome the summer season with S’mores around the campfire. $3 members/$5 non-members. Willow Grove Nature Center BOTH ADULTS AND CHILDREN MUST REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT
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