Recent Events

Susan Diliberto will be exhibiting her beautiful artwork. She is a graduate of the Md. Institute of Art with a MFA in Art Education. She is not only a painter but a designer of jewelry, artistic shoes and a teacher. "She captures the unlimited energy, light and joy of color." Come see her beautiful work at the Liriodendron. Show opens with a reception on April 28th, 2013 from 1-3pm

GREEK FOOD & DESSERTS, BEER, WINE GREEK MUSIC VARIETY OF AMUSEMENTS FOR KIDS Free Parking & Shuttle Service at the old Harley Davidson location 3938 Conowingo Road Darlington, MD

Bring a fellow bird enthusiast to our first back deck bird count! We will count and record all species seen or heard near the building. Sit or stand, come for all or part of the time, but come and enjoy spring, light refreshments, people with similar interests, and the birds! Phil Powers will host. This program is for ages 13 to adult 

Reservations are now being taken for Eden Mill Nature Center’s Family Canoe Trips! These trips help acquaint the paddlers with the natural surroundings on Deer Creek. Exploration of the environment, both the land and the water, is enhanced by the use of canoes to travel along Deer Creek. During these excursions, environmental education and interpretation are provided by the naturalist accompanying the group. Basic paddling instruction is provided before the trip. Canoes, paddles, and personal floatation devices (lifejackets) are provided. All trips originate and end at Eden Mill. Saturday morning trips begin at 8:15am and end at approx.11:00am. Thursday evening paddles begin at 5:45pm and end at approx. 8:30pm. Our season begins May 2nd and runs through September 28th, 2013. The cost is $5.00 per person for members and $8.00 per person for non-members.

Become a part of the volunteer team of invasive plant removers and native plant restorers. Learn why non-native invasive plants are a threat to our ecosystem, how to identify problem plants, and removal and restoration strategies. Wear sturdy shoes, long sleeves, and work gloves for field work in the Reserve each meeting date. Participants receive an “Invasinators” T shirt after attending two work days. This program is for ages 14 to adult 

This guided nature and historic walk is free to the public. Distance 1.5 miles in 90 minutes. Meet at the Lock House, 817 Conesteo Street.

7th Annual Secret Garden Tour of Havre de Grace. At 10 am there will be a free guided walk of the North Park Loop Trail. (Meet at the left of the Lock House grounds.) A Garden Mart will be open from 10 am to 6 pm with plants, nature inspired vendors and food vendors. Take a tour of the private gardens in Havre de Grace from 12 pm to 5 pm. Pick up tickets at Kroh's Nersery (Aberdeen), Amanda's Florist (Havre de Grace), The Country Garden Center, Havre de Grace Visitor Center and the Havre de Grace Maritime Museum. All proceeds benefit the educational programs of the Havre de Grace Maritime Museum. Raffles, and door prizes too!

Sponsored by the Gardens de Grace Club of Havre de Grace. Plants-perennials, annuals, herbs and heirloom seeds. Nature-inspired artisans, crafters and exhibitors, garden tools, cookbooks (Author will be in attendance); garden accents - birdhouses, stepping stones, recycled glass yard ornaments & garden decor; children’s corner, raffles, door prizes and food vendors. Rain or shine

Drop-In Ongoing Activities for all ages! Activities at the Center and around Leight Park. Pick up your IMBD passport and activity map at the Center desk. Bring the stamped passport back at the end of the day for participation prizes! • Birdwalk Boardwalk Activity • Migration Game • Binocular use/practice • Audio Birds • Craft • Fill-the-Bill • Perch Challenge

The fee for this activity is $5 non-members and $3 for members. Join our naturalist and sketch or draw an animal as you learn more about our local fauna. Pre-Registration is required by calling 410-836-3050 or emailing edenmillnaturecenter@gmail.com for more information!

Learn about different ways to attract birds to your backyard. From native plants to feeders, you’ll leave knowing exactly what to do to liven up your yard. This program is for adults.

Learn about different ways to attract birds to your backyard. From native plants to feeders, you’ll leave knowing exactly what to do to liven up your yard. This program is for adults.

Come and visit one of Harford county's historic landmarks! Built in 1827, Concord Point lighthouse is one of the oldest operating on the Bay. Climb the tower and visit the museum in the Keeper's House. Open weekends 1-5pm, April through October

Make these darting birds feel welcome by creating a feeder out of recycled materials. Learn about hummingbirds and see if you can match their skills. This program is for ages 5 to 12 w/adult. 

Open to all ages. Join us in the Nature Center as we feed our critters. Take a turn feeding one of the turtles or a snake! Space is limited to 10 participants so please register early by calling 410-836-3050 or emailing edenmillnaturecenter@gmail.com. Visit www.edenmill.org for more information!

Take a hike along the shoreline of Otter Point Creek to learn about and catch a glimpse of great blue herons, osprey, bald eagles, and more. Wear clothes and shoes that can get wet. This program is for all ages, under 13 w/adult. 

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Visit Tudor Hall, Harford County's historic Booth family home. Tours are free but a $3.00 donation is suggested for persons age 13 and above. Please contact the Center for the Arts at 443-619-0008 or SpiritsOfTudorHall@gmail.com

Bring your camera and enjoy a late afternoon pontoon boat trip. Informal instruction will be available as we look for eagles, ospreys, herons, and other wildlife. Participants meet at the Estuary Center. This program is for ages 15 to adult.

Explore and discover the natural world around us during the spring season through sensory activities, songs, movement and a short hike. This program is for ages 2 & 3 (w/parent) The topics will be Spring, Rain, Robins, Bumblebees, Flowers, and Ducks. 

Explore and discover the natural world around us during the spring season through sensory activities, songs, movement and a short hike. This program is for ages 4 & 5 (w/parent). The topics will be Spring, Rain, Robins, Bumblebees, Flowers, Ducks. 

Education Day is a great opportunity for your elementary school to enjoy the Ripken Baseball Complex. Register School Experiences will cover topics that include: •Animals •Environment •Energy efficiency •Healthy eating •Fitness •Science •History •And more! Activities will take place from 10am to 2pm on both days. Classes in grades K-2 are invited to Education Day on May 16th, 2013. Classes in grades 3-5 are invited to Education Day on May 21st. Students will receive: •Education Day packet •Goodie bag •T-shirt and hat •Lunch •Participation in Education Day activities Admission for students (K-5) and chaperones is $12 per person. Teachers get in FREE. To learn more, please contact Elizabeth Strauch or Lauren Morris: estrauch@ripkenbaseball.com or 410.297.9292 ext. 320 lmorris@ripkenbaseball.com or 410.297.9292 ext. 325

Nature Storybook Art allows children to become more aware of book illustration by experiencing hands-on techniques as part of easy art projects. Nature Storybook Art invites children to explore art activities with materials readily available in most homes and schools. The wide variety of activities require no prior expertise, and are equally appropriate for ages 5 to 10 years. Each activity builds new awareness about books, illustrators, and their art techniques. Each illustrator is paired with a book, and presented to the child artist for an art activity of creativue. Children will see a relationship of book illustrations to their own art explorations. Art techniques include: Drawing, Painting, Collage, Crafting/Constructing.

Little ones and their parents play and learn in the natural world. Stories, songs, simple crafts and discovery outings will highlight each day's theme. This program is for ages 0 to 4 (w/parent). The topics will be Spring, Rain, Robins, Bumblebees, Flowers, and Ducks. 

Don't let your family history disintegrate! Join Mary Rasa, our Museum Curator, for a hands-on demonstration on how to preserve your family's history including; photographs, papers, furniture and clothing.

Children will discover some interesting facts about an animal that makes its home at Eden Mill. Next, they will then listen to a short age-appropriate story about that animal. Finally, they will make a craft related to that animal.

Reservations are now being taken for Eden Mill Nature Center’s Family Canoe Trips! These trips help acquaint the paddlers with the natural surroundings on Deer Creek. Exploration of the environment, both the land and the water, is enhanced by the use of canoes to travel along Deer Creek. During these excursions, environmental education and interpretation are provided by the naturalist accompanying the group. Basic paddling instruction is provided before the trip. Canoes, paddles, and personal floatation devices (lifejackets) are provided. All trips originate and end at Eden Mill. Saturday morning trips begin at 8:15am and end at approx.11:00am. Thursday evening paddles begin at 5:45pm and end at approx. 8:30pm. Our season begins May 2nd and runs through September 28th, 2013. The cost is $5.00 per person for members and $8.00 per person for non-members.

Join us at the Pontoon Pier property for snacks and seasonal fun around the campfire. The topic will be Night Insects. This program is for families.

Reservations are now being taken for Eden Mill Nature Center’s Family Canoe Trips! These trips help acquaint the paddlers with the natural surroundings on Deer Creek. Exploration of the environment, both the land and the water, is enhanced by the use of canoes to travel along Deer Creek. During these excursions, environmental education and interpretation are provided by the naturalist accompanying the group. Basic paddling instruction is provided before the trip. Canoes, paddles, and personal floatation devices (lifejackets) are provided. All trips originate and end at Eden Mill. Saturday morning trips begin at 8:15am and end at approx.11:00am. Thursday evening paddles begin at 5:45pm and end at approx. 8:30pm. Our season begins May 2nd and runs through September 28th, 2013. The cost is $5.00 per person for members and $8.00 per person for non-members.

May is the month for flowers! Bring your creative side and paint and plant a 6" flower pot using inspiration from around the Estuary Center. We will provide the pot, paint, soil, and seeds for you to bring to life. Don't want a 6" pot? Please bring your own. This program is for all ages, under 13 w/adult. 

Creek snorkeling sounds like a strange idea. But the underwater world of our rivers and streams is amazing! Snorkeling is one of the most powerful experiences we can have in our rivers and streams and it reveals the unexpectedly beautiful sights of our freshwater environments. Join underwater naturalist Keith Williams as we explore the underwater world of Deer Creek. We can expect to see a variety of fish and incredible underwater stream scapes. Wear clothes that can get wet and shoes that will stay securely on feet in the river. Bring plenty of drinking water. We’ll provide the snorkeling gear.

Come and visit one of Harford county's historic landmarks! Built in 1827, Concord Point lighthouse is one of the oldest operating on the Bay. Climb the tower and visit the museum in the Keeper's House. Open weekends 1-5pm, April through October

Come watch our turtles, fish and snakes eat as you learn more about these fascinating creatures. Drop In Program – No Registration - No fee – All ages!

Learn different poetry styles and combine poetry and artistry to create your own poetic masterpiece to take home. Find inspiration in the natural world around us. This program is for ages 8 to adult, 8-12 w/adult.

Open to all ages. Join us in the Nature Center as we feed our critters. Take a turn feeding one of the turtles or a snake! Space is limited to 10 participants so please register early by calling 410-836-3050 or emailing edenmillnaturecenter@gmail.com. Visit www.edenmill.org for more information!

Today is the Full Flower Moon, or Corn Planting Moon, when sunset and moonrise occur nearly together. Enjoy the drama of the setting sun and the beauty of a full moon shining over the creek as we paddle. This program is for ages 8 to adult.