Calvert County Neighborhood Watch Program

06/12/2026

🎉 School's Out for Summer! ☀️

Today marks the last day of school for most Pre-K through 11th grade students across our area. As summer break begins, we want to remind everyone to use extra caution when traveling through neighborhoods and communities.

🚸 Be on the lookout for children and teens enjoying their summer vacation:
• Walking to visit friends
• Riding bikes and scooters
• Playing pick-up basketball and other outdoor games
• Visiting parks, playgrounds, and community spaces
• Participating in summer activities and programs

Please slow down, stay alert, and help keep our roads safe for everyone.

Parents and guardians, summer is also a great time to review safety rules and local laws regarding the use of:
• 4-wheelers (ATVs)
• Mini-bikes
• Electric bikes (e-bikes)
• Electric scooters
• Other motorized recreational vehicles

Before allowing your child to operate these vehicles, make sure you understand where they can legally be ridden, age requirements, safety equipment requirements, and supervision guidelines.

🌊 Water safety is another important summer reminder. Whether spending time at the beach, pool, river, or bay:
• Always supervise children around water
• Wear a properly fitted life jacket when boating, kayaking, paddleboarding, or participating in water activities
• Swim in designated areas whenever possible
• Never swim alone
• Avoid taking unnecessary risks such as diving into unknown waters or swimming beyond your abilities

A few moments of caution can prevent a lifetime of regret.

Let's work together to make this a safe, fun, and memorable summer for all! 🌞🚲🏀🏊

06/12/2026

🚔🌟 **National Night Out 2026 – Join the Fun!** 🌟🚔

So far, 11 Calvert County communities have registered to participate in National Night Out on Tuesday, August 4th, and we'd love to welcome even more neighborhoods to this nationwide celebration of community and public safety!

National Night Out is a great opportunity to bring neighbors together, strengthen community connections, and build positive relationships with local law enforcement and first responders.

When your community registers, CAASA will provide:
👕 Volunteer t-shirts
🎉 A National Night Out banner
🎁 Giveaways for participants
🚓 Assistance coordinating visits from local law enforcement

Whether you're planning a block party, cookout, ice cream social, or neighborhood gathering, National Night Out is a fun and meaningful way to celebrate community spirit.

📋Register your community today:
https://forms.gle/hkmmuuUuenffwh8P6

📞 Questions? Give us a call at 410-535-3733 or email [email protected]

Let's make this year's National Night Out the biggest and best yet!

We're excited for NNO 2026 schedule on Tuesday, August 4th, and look forward to your participation. Please submit the registration form by June 1st to be added to this year's National Night participation list. This will allow us time to order supplies. As the COUNTY-WIDE Coordinator: * CAASA will se...

05/20/2026

Looking for a safe place to complete an online sale or custody exchange? The Calvert County Sheriff's Office is proud to offer Safe Exchange Zones at all three district stations throughout the county. These designated spaces provide a well-lit, video-monitored location to help make exchanges safer and more comfortable for everyone involved.

📍 Safe Exchange Zone Locations:

🔹• Dunkirk District 1 Station — 10500 Southern Maryland Blvd, Dunkirk
🔹• Sheriff’s Office Headquarters / District 2 Station — 30 Church Street, Prince Frederick
🔹• Lusby District 3 Station — 11780 HG Trueman Road, Lusby

Look for the posted Safe Exchange Zone signs at each location. Together, we can help keep our community safe.

05/10/2026

Maryland’s wildfire season is underway. The Calvert County Department of Public Safety urges residents to be prepared and take proactive steps to reduce fire risk.

Fire safety tips:
• Avoid outdoor burning on dry or windy days; only burn on low-fire danger days
• Properly dispose of ci******es and matches
• Keep yards clear of dry leaves and debris
• Never leave grills or fire pits unattended
• Have an evacuation plan and emergency kit ready

Open air burning is prohibited unless all the following conditions are met:
• A natural or constructed fire break at least 10 feet wide surrounds the burn area and is free of flammable materials
• Adequate personnel and equipment are available to control the fire
• A responsible individual remains on site until the fire is completely extinguished
• A burn permit has been obtained from the Calvert County Health Department's Environmental Health Division

For controlled burns on private property, the permitted timeframe is Sept. 1 to May 31, between 4 p.m. and midnight.

Please note: Many Homeowners Associations (HOAs) prohibit open air burning. Residents should consult their HOA guidelines before burning.

Stay alert and report smoke or fire immediately by calling 911.

To obtain a burn permit, visit the Calvert County Health Department, Environmental Health Division, at www.calverthealth.org/community/environmentalhealthservices/PDF/airpermt.pdf.

If there is a concern or complaint regarding open air burning, contact the Environmental Health Division at 410-535-3922 or submit a report online at www.calverthealth.org/community/environmentalhealthservices/cftemp.htm.

05/03/2026

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04/26/2026

04/25/2026

04/24/2026

🚨 Camp C.O.P.S Registration Open Now 🚨

📅 When: July 20,2026 – July 24, 2026
📍 Location: Kings Landing Park (Huntingtown)
💰 Price: FREE
🌐 Link to Apply:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSepMhe91YsmrD7UA6kCANrnZd_DPFCOsJVYEp59FQ7palV9CQ/viewform?usp=header&pli=1&authuser=0

⚠️ Who Can I Attend? ⚠️
The camp is limited to students who will be attending grades 6th to 8th this coming fall, and who are Calvert County residents. Camp C.O.P.S. is designed for middle school students only and no elementary students will be accepted. A limited amount of high school students may be selected as senior campers, if they have completed three or more consecutive years of Camp C.O.P.S.

Anyone interested must apply no later than June 20, 2026. Camp C.O.P.S. information packets will be sent to all selected participants via email. All campers MUST receive a physical exam by a physician in order to attend the camp. The Medical Evaluation of Student Forms (will be included in the information packet), Insurance Form, and Parent Permission Slip must be received by July 1, 2026.

🌀 More Information Below 🌀
The camp is designed to bring a better understanding of law enforcement activities to the youth of Calvert County. Emphasis is placed on self-discipline, teamwork and fun.

The camp is provided FREE to all youth by the generous support from the Calvert Elks Lodge #2620, American Legion Stallings-Williams Post 206, Top Hat Party Rentals, Calvert County Public Schools, Optimist of Calvert, Dunkirk Baptist Church and many more!

Campers will arrive at King’s Landing Park every morning at 8:30 am to start their day of activities. Lunch will be provided daily, however, transportation is the responsibility of the camper. Campers will be picked up each day at 4:00 pm.

Some of the activities include demonstrations by the Maryland State Police Aviation Division (helicopter), and K-9 Unit. Campers will take a field trip to the local State Police Barrack, courthouse, 911 Center and fire department. They will also receive martial arts, CPR, and physical fitness training, plus much more!

🚨 The camp will be staffed by law enforcement personnel and other adult volunteers. 🚨

04/19/2026

Join us for the Around the World Embassy Tour and explore cultures from across the globe in Washington, D.C.! From delicious international cuisine to vibrant music, dance, fashion, and art, this is your passport to a global experience you won’t forget.
Grab your friends and get ready to explore the world—no plane ticket needed
Register now: bit.ly/SGembassy

04/18/2026

Summer Arts Academy 2026 Registration Now Open 🎨🎭🎶

We're excited to announce that Summer Arts Academy will take place June 22-26, 2026, at Calvert Middle School. This weeklong day camp is open to students currently in grades 3-8 and offers opportunities to explore the visual and performing arts.

Students may choose from classes in art, dance, drama, and music. Camp runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., with a culminating student showcase at 2 p.m. on the final day.

Space is limited. Registration closes May 14 or when spots are filled. Learn more at https://www.calvertnet.k12.md.us/saa