Maryland Department of Natural Resources Brings Outdoor Activities and Exhibits to the Maryland State Fair

Strategic Insights -

This year's Maryland State Fair will feature an array of interactive exhibits and activities that highlight the state's natural resources, including birds, forestry, camping, and hunting. The Maryland Department of Natural Resources will have a significant presence at the fair, offering visitors the opportunity to engage with field experts, learn about recreational opportunities in Maryland's state forests and parks, and participate in kid-friendly activities such as building a giant nest and exploring a kids' camping cabin.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Maryland Department of Natural Resources will have multiple exhibits and activities at the Maryland State Fair, including displays about birds, invasive fish, forestry, camping, and hunting.
  • Visitors can interact with field experts and learn about recreational opportunities in Maryland's state forests and parks.
  • Kid-friendly activities include a mini-campsite, coloring corner, and presentations, as well as a build-a-giant-nest activity and a kids' camping cabin.
  • The Wildlife and Heritage Service will be offering activities and lessons around birds, including the build-a-giant-nest activity.
  • The DNR recruiting staff will be on hand for anyone interested in natural resources career opportunities.
  • The Maryland State Fair takes place over three long weekends this year, from Thursday, Aug. 21 through Sunday, Aug. 24, and Thursday, Aug. 28 through Labor Day Monday, Sept. 1, and Thursday, Sept. 4 through Sunday, Sept. 7.

Statistics:

  • The Maryland State Fair will feature exhibits and activities from the Maryland Department of Natural Resources for three long weekends.
  • The fair will take place from Thursday, Aug. 21 through Sunday, Aug. 24, and Thursday, Aug. 28 through Labor Day Monday, Sept. 1, and Thursday, Sept. 4 through Sunday, Sept. 7.
  • DNR exhibits will be open from 5-8 p.m. on Thursdays and from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. all other days.

Sources:

  • Maryland Department of Natural Resources, press release, no date mentioned.