Fair Hill Nature Center & Environmental Foundation

Fair Hill Nature Center & Environmental Foundation Our mission is to inspire stewardship and community through outdoor environmental education.

The Fair Hill Environmental Foundation is an independent 501(c)3 organization located within the state owned and operated Fair Hill Natural Resource Management Area. Our mission is to connect children and adults to the wonders of our land, water and wildlife by educating about, engaging with, and exploring our local natural resources. We host field trips aligned to state education standards, eveni

ng and weekend events for people of all ages, and summer camps for children 5-12. We also rent our facility as a venue for birthday parties and gatherings.

🌿 June Activity Series: Outdoor Fun at Home — Free & Low Cost!Next up in our series: Make a Fairy Garden! 🧚Fairy gardens...
06/18/2026

🌿 June Activity Series: Outdoor Fun at Home — Free & Low Cost!

Next up in our series: Make a Fairy Garden! 🧚

Fairy gardens spark pure imagination and keep kids outside and creating for hours — and they can be made with almost anything you find in your yard or around the house!

Here's what you'll need:
A container, pot, or small patch of ground
Soil, moss, small plants, or yard clippings
Natural treasures — sticks, pebbles, pine cones, acorns, shells
Small recycled items for furniture (bottle caps, corks, fabric scraps)
A little imagination

Head outside and explore your yard for materials, then let your child lead the design! Use pebbles for a winding path, sticks for a tiny fence, moss for a soft lawn, and leaves or bark for a cozy roof. Once it's built, kids love returning every day to tend to it, add to it, and let their imaginations run wild.

👇 We want to see your fairy gardens! Drop your photos in the comments below!

Stay tuned for more fun outdoor activities all month long!

06/18/2026

It’s our one year anniversary with our boy Socks 🐈‍⬛💗

06/18/2026

It's Gotcha Day for Socks! I year ago today he joined our family and we couldn't be happier!

Register for our Morning Hike with Director Laura Hannan on Saturday, July 11 at 9am and enjoy a leisurely hike on the O...
06/17/2026

Register for our Morning Hike with Director Laura Hannan on Saturday, July 11 at 9am and enjoy a leisurely hike on the Orange Trail.

Free for members, but please register.
$7 for non-members.
Register at: https://app.dvforms.net/api/dv/zk0wzd

REGISTER SOON! CAMP IS 92% FULL!!Don't let your kids miss out on a summer of fun, outdoors, exploring beautiful Fair Hil...
06/17/2026

REGISTER SOON! CAMP IS 92% FULL!!

Don't let your kids miss out on a summer of fun, outdoors, exploring beautiful Fair Hill. We only have a few spots left.

For more info and to register, visit: https://www.fairhillnature.org/summer-camps

Don't miss out on any of our awesome programs, guided hikes, festivals, or fundraisers by subscribing to our email newsl...
06/16/2026

Don't miss out on any of our awesome programs, guided hikes, festivals, or fundraisers by subscribing to our email newsletter!

Register: https://app.donorview.com/nvnJZ

🌿 June Activity Series: Outdoor Fun at Home — Free & Low Cost!Next up in our series: Nature Journaling!Nature journaling...
06/16/2026

🌿 June Activity Series: Outdoor Fun at Home — Free & Low Cost!

Next up in our series: Nature Journaling!

Nature journaling is one of the most beautiful habits you can introduce to a child — and the best part is, there are no rules! All you need is a notebook, something to draw or write with, and the great outdoors. 🌱

Here's what you'll need:
A notebook or blank journal (even stapled printer paper works!)
Pencils, crayons, or markers
Your backyard, a park, or any outdoor space
Curious eyes and a sense of wonder 🔍

Here's how to get started:
🌿 Head outside and find a spot to sit quietly for a few minutes. Encourage your child to slow down and really look around — what do they see, hear, smell, and feel?
✏️ Sketch, write, or doodle anything that catches their attention — a bug on a leaf, the shape of a cloud, a flower they've never noticed before. There is no wrong way to do this!
🔍 Encourage them to look closer — flip over a rock, peer under a leaf, watch an ant for a full minute. The more they slow down, the more they'll discover.
📓 Date each entry and watch the journal grow over time into a beautiful record of the natural world right outside their door.

Nature journaling builds observation skills, creativity, and a deep connection to the outdoors — and it's something the whole family can enjoy together at any age.

Stay tuned for more fun outdoor activities all month long! 🪲

RSVP for our Member Appreciation Brunch - July 18 at 10am!! All our Members are invited for a special thank-you brunch a...
06/15/2026

RSVP for our Member Appreciation Brunch - July 18 at 10am!!

All our Members are invited for a special thank-you brunch at the Nature Center — our way of celebrating you and the incredible difference your support makes. We are excited to bring back Chef Craig Herring from America’s Test Kitchen!

This is a free event for our Members. Registration is required and closes July 11.
Register at: https://app.dvforms.net/api/dv/7pyyp5

Not a Member yet, but want to join? Visit: https://www.fairhillnature.org/membership and learn about the many benefits!

06/15/2026

Summer camp 2026 begins!!!

🌿 Maryland Master Naturalist Training Coming to the Nature Center! 🌿We're excited to announce that the Nature Center wil...
06/14/2026

🌿 Maryland Master Naturalist Training Coming to the Nature Center! 🌿

We're excited to announce that the Nature Center will be offering Maryland Master Naturalist Training starting in September!

This program is perfect for anyone who wants to deepen their knowledge of Maryland's natural resources, connect with fellow nature enthusiasts, and give back through environmental education, stewardship, and community science.

📅 Registration opens June 22!

Whether you're a lifelong naturalist or just beginning your journey of discovery, this is a wonderful opportunity to learn more about the natural world and make a meaningful impact in your community.

Stay tuned for registration details and more information about the training program!

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Fair Hill Nature Center, 630 Tawes Drive
Elkton, MD
21921

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+14103984909

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