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Zugunruhe is a German term for "migratory restlessness" in birds, describing the intense, instinctual urge to migrate. As daylight shifts, birds feel the urge to move & migration is peaking in MD! Warblers, orioles & more are passing through Masonville Cove. Spot one? Tag me!

Ahoy, young explorers! 🌼 Join us at Masonville Cove for a free hands-on flower adventure featuring nature walks, flower discoveries, stories, and a fun craft to take home. Perfect for curious minds and future scientists! ow.ly/eatn50Z0epu

It’s Endangered Species Day & a good time to let everyone know that protection works! Bald eagles have made incredible comebacks in MD thanks to conservation efforts. You can spot them at Masonville Cove, proof that action makes a difference. Learn more: ow.ly/oNjA50YRf8L

Ahoy, calm seekers ⚓🌿 Need a reset? Join Katie Detrich for a full day of Yoga & Mindfulness in Nature at Masonville Cove. Relax, recharge, and reconnect. Free, registration required: ow.ly/UySc50YReZn

Zugunruhe is a German term for "migratory restlessness" in birds, describing the intense, instinctual urge to migrate. As daylight shifts, birds feel the urge to move & migration is peaking in MD! Warblers, orioles & more are passing through Masonville Cove. Spot one? Tag me!

Nature is full of amazing moms and Masonville Cove is no exception 💚 Today we celebrate human moms and the feathered, furry, and wild ones who nurture the next generation. Drop a pic of one of your favorite mom friends (of any variety) in the comments!

Ahoy, future clean-air champions! It’s National Clean Air Month, and we’re launching a May Eco-Challenge: walk or bike when you can and go screen-free for two hours a day. Small changes like fewer car trips and less energy use help keep our air clean. ow.ly/fXzX50YRe2T

Ahoy, explorers! ⚓ May at Masonville Cove is a full-sensory experience: blooming flowers, birds calling from every direction, fresh greenery, and that unmistakable spring air and energy. Join us for a guided nature walk May 2 at 11 AM! Register at ow.ly/Wceg50YRewu

Ahoy, future scientists! ⚓️ Step into the role of a water quality scientist at Masonville Cove and explore how we track climate change in real time. Hands-on learning that makes a difference. 👉 Register here: ow.ly/t23v50YOIF1

Happy #EarthDay! ⚓🌎💚 Today we celebrate the majesty of Mother Earth, but protecting her is a year-round mission. Thanks to everyone who took part in a challenge to appreciate nature & take action to help keep our air, land & waterways clean. You make my job a whole lot easier!

Ahoy! It’s National Environmental Education Week, a reminder that learning about nature helps us protect it. From parks to waterways, environmental education happens everywhere. The more we know, the better we care for our ecosystems. Visit maeoe.org for more info.

🦇 Happy Bat Appreciation Day! Bats are environmental heroes: pollinating plants, spreading seeds that restore forests & controlling insects. With tonight’s new moon, reduce light pollution & appreciate the role they play in healthy ecosystems. #BatAppreciationDay

One week until Earth Day: I challenge you to spend a little time in nature each day. Watch sunsets, migrating birds and signs of spring. Visit Masonville Cove Environmental Education Center to experience it all. I’ll be nearby spinning and scooping while you enjoy the view.

It’s National Gardening Day! Grow something beautiful while protecting our waterways. Go native, use less fertilizer, skip harsh pesticides, water smart and compost when you can. What you do in your garden flows downstream. Let’s keep it clean and green for a healthier harbor.

Ahoy crew! ⚓🗑️💪 Join us at Masonville Cove to clean the shoreline. Protect wildlife, improve water quality, and earn student service hours! Registration required. Teamwork guaranteed. Let’s make an impact! ow.ly/t6HM50YFKSa

Work with biologists as we discover what roams Masonville Cove! Meet us at Brooklyn Branch Library Saturday at 11am for an intro to mammal surveys & to review trail camera data with us & ID our mammal neighbors! Transportation will be provided. Register: ow.ly/k1T150YFKyk

Join Masonville Cove and Birds of Urban Baltimore for an up-close look at #birdbanding. See how researchers study migrating birds and learn how urban green spaces help them thrive. Registration recommended, but walk-ins welcome! ow.ly/ri7P50YAHHM

Earth Day is just 2 weeks away! 🌎 Support local orgs making a difference: @BmoreGreenSpace; @BlueWaterBmore; Waterfront Partnership of Baltimore and @TrashFreeMD. Know another group helping the planet? Drop them below! 👇

Happy International Beaver Day! 🦫 Beavers are nature’s engineers by building dams, creating wetlands, and supporting countless species. They work hard all year, even in winter! 🌿💧 Learn more about these hard workers and environmental powerhouses: ow.ly/bjAy50YAIc7

Ahoy, underwater neighbors! 🐟 It’s World Aquatic Animal Day: a reminder that life below the surface depends on clean water. Trash doesn’t just float… it sticks around. Today’s mission: skip single-use plastics, pick up litter, and keep storm drains clear. 🌊