Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary

Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary JBWS's mission is to increase awareness, understanding, and appreciation of estuarine ecosystems. It includes over 1600-acres and 12 miles of trails.
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Welcome to the Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary page managed jointly with the Friends of Jug Bay - a non-profit organization that acts to preserve the Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary and support its education and research programs. The Sanctuary is operated by the Anne Arundel County Department of Recreation and Parks, and is a component of the Chesapeake Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve, Mar

yland. Habitats include forest, meadow, and one of the largest freshwater tidal wetlands on the East Coast. We welcome public visitors from 9am-5pm on Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. We also welcome inquiries from community and school groups for our education and nature programs. For more information, visit the Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary website at www.jugbay.org.

It's that time of year again! With the warm(ish) rainy nights of fall, we begin to observe the migration of salamanders ...
09/01/2026

It's that time of year again! With the warm(ish) rainy nights of fall, we begin to observe the migration of salamanders and other amphibians across roadways at night. We are seeking volunteers to serve as "salamander shepherds" to help ensure their safe crossing along the streets that border Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary.

Register for our upcoming orientation today at www.jugbay.org!

Here's a great event to get outdoors, learn more about nature, and help science all at the same time!
08/31/2026

Here's a great event to get outdoors, learn more about nature, and help science all at the same time!

The The City of Annapolis is hosting a "Parks for Pollinators" bioblitz for the month of September, in which community members are encouraged to discover their local pollinators.

How it works:
Community members identify hummingbirds, bees, flies, and all sorts of taxa within the City using their phone via the iNaturalist app. The member who observes the most pollinators at public parks will win a prize!

More info here, https://www.inaturalist.org/projects/parks-for-pollinators-2026-annapolis-md

Attention all coffee, tea, and bird lovers! Jug Bay is introducing a new program in partnership with Chesapeake Coffee R...
08/29/2026

Attention all coffee, tea, and bird lovers!

Jug Bay is introducing a new program in partnership with Chesapeake Coffee Roasters called Birds & Brew, kicking off in September. Every other Wednesday morning from 9:30am to 10:30am, join a Naturalist or Park Ranger on our newly renovated Observation Deck to spot birds, sip coffee, and enjoy a peaceful start to your day.

Starting Wednesday, September 16, this program is FREE ($8 county park vehicle entrance fee required) and includes hot, fresh, bird-friendly coffee or black tea packets, cream, sugar, and mugs. Bring your binoculars or borrow a pair of ours.

Space is limited to 20 participants, 12 years and older.
Registration is required at jugbay.org.

Love Jug Bay? Wanna join our team? We're hiring a part-time, seasonal Grounds Caretaker. If you love nature and like to ...
08/26/2026

Love Jug Bay? Wanna join our team? We're hiring a part-time, seasonal Grounds Caretaker. If you love nature and like to clean and do yard work, this is the job for you!

Steady work, home for the winter, and it's a great work environment!

Check out the full job description and how to apply at:
https://www.jugbay.org/career

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Bring your homeschooler to Jug Bay to learn all about the Sun and Earth's relationship this Fall. Space is limited. A 2-...
08/24/2026

Bring your homeschooler to Jug Bay to learn all about the Sun and Earth's relationship this Fall. Space is limited.

A 2-hour drop-off program designed for homeschoolers. We explore nature, discuss ideas, and spend time outdoors. Register on Active Net or by following the links at www.jugbay.org/education

The new fall program guide from AACo Recreation and Parks has dropped! You can visit the link by copying the site: http:...
08/04/2026

The new fall program guide from AACo Recreation and Parks has dropped! You can visit the link by copying the site: http://aacounty.org/fall2026sit Registration opens August 10th.

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1361 Wrighton Road
Lothian, MD
20711

Opening Hours

Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

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