The “official” Apple Orchard Maintenance Day is held on the 2nd Friday of each month. Work in our Apple Orchard includes weeding around the base of the trees, trimming the trees, work on cages and netting, working on educational signage and sharing the history of the orchard to all passerby. CONTACT MIKE MAURO AT 55marvey@gmail.com
We will remove invasive plants from the park and in warmer weather, also plant natives and maintain restored habitat – great opportunities for high school students for community service and volunteers who like to work outdoors. We usually meet at the back of the Sherwood House, 2002 Cromwell Bridge Rd, Baltimore, MD 21234. However, we
We will remove invasive plants from the park and in warmer weather, also plant natives and maintain restored habitat – great opportunities for high school students for community service and volunteers who like to work outdoors. We usually meet at the back of the Sherwood House, 2002 Cromwell Bridge Rd, Baltimore, MD 21234. However, we
We will remove invasive plants from the park and in warmer weather, also plant natives and maintain restored habitat – great opportunities for high school students for community service and volunteers who like to work outdoors. We usually meet at the back of the Sherwood House, 2002 Cromwell Bridge Rd, Baltimore, MD 21234. However, we
Friday, January 16 6:00 pm Night Out with Nature Speaker Series “Hawk Migration the History and the Mystery” – Follows the origins of fall hawk migration study at Hawk Mountain, Cape May and the migration over the Piedmont and how hawk migration has evolved over the years. The presentation will include a discussion about the
When two wonder-powers get together to make the park's special places even more special, you don't want to miss being part of that change! Please join us on Friday, March 13th at 1:00 pm at the Sherwood House to help prepare the Honor Garden and the Sherwood Herb Garden for the spring. Activities include cutting back dead
Come join us to learn about the Phoenix Wildlife Center; its mission, its research projects, and how wildlife rehabilitation supports populations in decline. Questions are welcome!!! Now in its 26th year, this 100% community supported organization is here for YOU and the animals we save. Speaker: Kathy Woods will share her experiences with all participants.
May 15, 2026 - 6 pm - 8 pm - in the Sherwood House $10 p/person drinks and desserts provided - Ages 18+ Jen will discuss the history of humans and fire in the eastern United States and the importance of fire in maintaining healthy ecosystem function and to complete plant life cycles. She will
April 25 2 pm – 4 pm May 9 2 pm – 4 pm May 23 2 pm – 4 pm We will remove invasive plants from the park and in
30's and Birdies on Thursday Want a fun night out after work with like-minded folks? Join other 30-year olds for a casual birding hike (2 miles) scouting for Baltimore Orioles and other migratory birds of Cromwell Valley Park. Come alone or with a friend and enjoy! Thursday, June 4th from 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Tuesday, June 23rd - 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Join other 30-year olds for a casual hike (2 miles) scouting for Baltimore Orioles and other resident birds of Cromwell Valley Park along the Minebank Run and in some of our old-growth fields. We will depart from the LOWER LOT of McFaul's Iron Horse Tavern. Cost is
Monday, June 29th - 5:30 - 7:45 pm Join us for an evening hike for women and non-binary folks. We’ll hike a figure-8 loop of 4 miles at a moderate pace, exploring the park’s beautiful woodland trails and old-growth meadows. We’ll cross a couple of streams and climb a hill or two – a nice
Thursday, July 16th - 5 pm - 7 pm Join us for an evening hike for women and non-binary folks. We’ll hike a loop of 4 miles at a moderate pace, exploring the park’s beautiful woodland trails and old-growth meadows. We’ll cross a couple of streams and climb a hill or two – a nice
Event Registration: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/cvpchikingandbirdingevents/event/hikethroughhistory8-1/ Saturday, August 1st at 9:00 am Join us for narrated Hike through History of Cromwell Valley Park. Enjoy a narrated hike of 3.5 miles at a moderate pace, exploring the park’s beautiful woodland trails and old-growth meadows, while learning about its architectural and farming history. Distance: 3.5 miles Elevation Change: 300 feet
Three Summer Events! Register for one or for all! Join other 30-year olds for a casual hike (2 miles) scouting for non-migratory resident birds of Cromwell Valley Park along the Minebank Run and in some of our old-growth fields. Get your appetite whet for fall migration, with more dates coming soon! Cost is
Cromwell Valley Park Office
(Sherwood House)
2002 Cromwell Bridge Rd
Parkville, MD 21234
GPS: 39.415, -76.552
Phone: 410-887-2503
TDD: 410-887-5319
Willow Grove Nature Education Center
2175 Cromwell Bridge Rd
Parkville, MD 21234
GPS: 39.417, -76.548
Please remember that the Park itself is open only during daylight hours, sunrise to sunset.
In case of inclement weather, the Nature Center and activities follow Baltimore County Pubic Schools. Check the BCPS Website for the latest information on closing. If closing early, all evening activities at the Park are cancelled.
On Saturdays and Sundays when the office is closed, you may call the Nature Education Center.
Note: The addresses (2002 and 2175) are really for Post Office use. If used on a GPS, they may take you to a strange place in the park, or leave you on the main road. Use the GPS coordinates instead.
The Cromwell Valley Park Council (CVPC) 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.
The Cromwell Valley Park Council is not an official site for Baltimore County Government.