Team up with the Park Rangers at Fort Smallwood Park for Digging Deeper: Peeling Back the Layers of the Earth! Kids will dig into the soil to explore its types, layers, and why soil is so vital to our planet. Register now! Visit: aarecparks.org/diggingdeeper

🎁 Gear Up for Good! Lifeline 100 Apparel is open! 🚴 Need the perfect gift for the cyclist in your life? Now is the time to snag your official Lifeline 100 gear! The entire apparel store closes on December 31, 2025! ➡️ aarecparks.org/lifeline100app…

27 people joined us for a fantastic journey covering the history of astronomy, NASA (Hubble, Webb!), and amateur photography. 🚀 If you are interested in Fort Smallwood Park, please visit aacounty.org/recreation-par… #StarrySkies #AACoParks #Astronomy

🎨 Parents' Night Out: Creative Kids Craft & Play! Need a night off? Drop the kids off for a fun-filled evening of crafting and play with Anne Arundel County Recreation and Parks! Kids (ages 6–12) will enjoy. For specific dates and locations, visit: ➡️ aarecparks.org/creativekids

With immense pride, we recognize our friend, former colleague, and Recreation & Parks family member, Pete Medhurst, on his posthumous induction into the Anne Arundel County Sports Hall of Fame. Your passion for community athletics was infectious. We miss you, Pete! ❤️

🎅 Santa Visits the Trail Parks! 🚂 Santa and his helpers are trading the sleigh for the trails this December! Join us for a special day of scheduled visits along the B&A, Broadneck Peninsula, and WB&A Trails on Saturday, December 13, 2025!

COAT DRIVE EXTENDED! 🚨 You still have a chance to help local families! The NAAC Coat Drive has been extended to Tuesday, November 25th! Please donate clean, new, or gently used winter coats, hats, scarves, and gloves. Drop off your warmth today!

We loved seeing the great turnout for National Take a Hike Day! Thanks to all the Rangers and participants who celebrated the outdoors with us. Don't wait! Register for the First Day Hike (Jan 1) now and start the New Year right: ➡️ aarecparks.org/firstdayhikes #FirstDayHike #AACo

Opt Outside! 🌲 Escape the crowds and shopping chaos on Black Friday! Join Ranger Emily for a restorative hike at Lake Waterford Park. Unplug, unwind, and enjoy the natural beauty! 📅 Fri, Nov 28 | 11:00 AM #OptOutside #AACoParks #ThanksgivingWeekend

Jingle Bell Hay Ride! 🎅🎄 Kick off the holidays at Kinder Farm Park on Sat, Dec 6 (10 am-1 pm)! Enjoy festive hayrides, snacks, and a visit with Santa & Mrs. Claus! 🎟️ $10 pp + $6 gate fee. Pre-register by Dec 5th! ➡️ aarecparks.org/jinglebellhayr… #JingleBellHayRide #AACoParks

Join us at Lake Waterford Park to craft unique holiday decor! We provide the natural materials and guidance; you bring the wreath base. This hands-on workshop is happening Saturday, Dec 6th at 10 am. Sign up today! ➡️ aarecparks.org/lakewaterfordp… #LakeWaterfordPark #HolidayDecor #DIY

Get ready for a festive evening for families to explore the diverse and joyful celebrations of the winter season! This event honors traditions from around the world by focusing on the shared themes of light, community, and kindness. Register online: ➡️ aarecparks.org/winterholiday

AACO Basketball Coaching Clinic was a success! 🏀Thanks to our amazing volunteer high school coaches Jeff Starr, Ciarra Lucas, Catherine Harmon, Jon Mason, and Marcus Johnson for sharing their expertise with our youth coaches! We appreciate your dedication to community sports! 👏

Parents Night Out! 🎄 Need time to shop? Drop the kids (Ages 6–12) for our Creative Kids Craft & Play! They will craft Gingerbread Houses, play games, and watch a movie! 🎁 📍Deep Run (Dec 6) | N County (Dec 13) ⏰ 5–8 PM | 🎟️ $25 pp Register: aarecparks.org/creativekids

Happy Thanksgiving from AACo Parks! 🦃 We're grateful for our incredible community & dedicated staff. Wishing you a safe, joy-filled holiday! Ready to run? Burn off that turkey at Jug Bay's Post-Turkey 5K Trail Run! Reserve your spot: ➡️ aarecparks.org/jugbaypostturk… #AACoParks

Ready to learn fly fishing as both an art and science? Join Ranger Stone at Beverly Triton Nature Park for an introductory lesson covering the techniques, discussion, and demonstration you need to get started! To register, please email Ranger Stone at [email protected] today!

Huge congratulations to our own Thurman George Jr. and Bradley Hunt who were honored today at the County's 25-Year Award Ceremony! We celebrate your incredible milestone and thank you for 25 years of exceptional service to Anne Arundel County. #AACoParks #EmployeeAppreciation

We proudly recognize the true leaders and role models of the AAYFA football league: the 2025 Buzz Platt Award Recipients! This award honors a legacy of good character in youth sports. Congratulations to all! Interested in youth football? ➡️ aacounty.org/recreation-par…