AA Co. Rec & Parks

Join us at Lake Waterford Park for a unique twist on the traditional egg hunt! This hands-on program is perfect for nature lovers curious about our backyard feathered friends. 📅 Saturday, March 28 at 1:00 p.m. 📍 Lake Waterford Park ✨ Register: aarecparks.org/lakewaterfordp…

Sweet success at Downs Park! 🍁✨ A huge thanks to our Park Rangers for this week's Maple Syrup Demo! Explorers got hands-on with local traditions—from identifying the right trees to the art of tapping and boiling sap. 🍯 Visit Downs Park: aacounty.org/recreation-par…

Ready for a full day of adventure? 🎨🔬🏀 Join us for Rec & Parks Fun Days! 🕗 8 AM–4 PM 📍 Deep Run & North County Rec Centers 🌟 Gym games, STEM, & crafts to keep kids moving and creating!

It’s time to celebrate the heritage and culture that make Anne Arundel County so special! From March 19-25, we are joining the county-wide Maryland Day celebration with an incredible lineup of events. 🗓️ Plan your weekend: Visit Marylandday.org to see the full schedule.

Student-Athlete Spotlight: Brooke Barnes! 🏀🦅 From Arden soccer to @SPHSAthletic hoops, Brooke is heading to @washcollwbb! Her journey is defined by grit & discipline. Congrats, Brooke! @AACountySchools aarecparks.org/sports

Help keep Beachwood Park beautiful! 🌊🧹 Join us & AACountyWSA for a community Litter Pickup on Sunday, March 29 (10 AM-12 PM). Connect with nature lovers, restore our shoreline, and enjoy refreshments after! 🌳✨ Sign up here: aarecparks.org/litterpickup

2026 Tanyard Springs Ribbon Cutting! What a beautiful day!🛝💚💙🧡

Ready for an afternoon of adventure? 📚🥾 Join us Thursday, March 26 at 3:30 PM for Nature Storytime & a hike with Ranger Emily! Meet at the playground pavilion to hear a story, then hit the trails to see nature in action. 🌳✨

Make a splash this school break! 🌊🏊‍♂️ Our School Break Fun Days (Ages 6–12) feature swimming, crafts, and games from 7:30 AM–5:30 PM at our Aquatic Centers. Dates available in March & April! Sign up: aarecparks.org/schoolbreakfun…

All @AACPL branches will close at 1:00 pm, and all Senior Activity Centers will close at 2:30 pm. @RecParks parks, pools, and community centers will close at 2:00 pm. For further updates on county operations, visit aacounty.org/county-operati….

Huge congrats to our GRIT Award winners! 🏆 These wrestlers showed incredible Game, Respect, Integrity, and Teamwork at the County Championships: 🤼 Jack Melton (Central MD) 🤼 Laina Gonzalez (GSPAA) 🤼 Edward Potts (SCYA) aarecparks.org/sports

Student-Athlete Spotlight: Meghan Mette (@ArundelHS_aacps)! 🥍 From @GORC_Wildcats to a 4-year varsity starter, Meghan’s heading to GWU! She’s excelled in lax & Unified Sports while mastering the mental game. Congrats, Meghan! 🏛️🙌 @AACountySchools aarecparks.org/sports

Honoring our rangers! 🛡️@AACoExec CE Steuart Pittman recognized these Rangers for their brave water rescue at Fort Smallwood Park last summer: N. Anderson S. Pratt C. Hughes T. Muffley J. Pennington S. Howard N. Shearman Thank you for your courage and dedication! 👏🌲

💧 Waterford Water Cycle: A Journey of Discovery Ever wondered about the secret life of a water droplet? Join Ranger Emily Brown for a guided hike to explore the trails and discover the fascinating world of the water cycle! 🌿🌊 aarecparks.org/lakewaterfordp…

Celebrate the first days of spring with a guided journey through nature! Join Ranger Emily Brown as we celebrate the Spring Equinox by exploring the changing landscape of Lake Waterford Park. aarecparks.org/lakewaterfordp…

Get ready to hop over to Kinder Farm Park! 🐰🥚 Join us for our Annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 28th at the River Birch Pavilion. It’s going to be a day full of hunting, farm animals, and family fun—rain or shine! kinderfarmpark.org

Join the Astronomy Club tonight as we take advantage of the conditions to explore the stars, planets, and constellations. Whether you have your own telescope or just want to learn the basics of the night sky, all are welcome!

Congrats to our County Championship GRIT award winners! 🥇🤝 In AACo, success is defined by Game, Respect, Integrity, and Teamwork. We are so proud of: 🤼 Harley Chase (Annapolis) 🤼 Andrew McHale (Arden) 🤼 Grayson Kean (Beat The Streets)

Celebrate Women’s History Month at Beverly Triton Nature Park! 🌿✨ Join our open house on Sunday, March 15 (12-2 PM) to honor the women who shaped our parks and the environmental field. Meet our Rangers and discover the stories of these trailblazers! 🛡️👩‍🔬 #WomensHistoryMonth

175+ games. 22 weight divisions. 1 incredible community. 🏀🏆 Huge thanks to the athletes, coaches, volunteers, and spectators who made the 2025-2026 Youth Basketball Championships a success! The sportsmanship and energy were off the charts. See you on the court next year! 👟✨