For the sixth year, Scenic Rivers Land Trust is opening the gates Saturday to a portion of the newest Anne Arundel County park that is usually off limits to the public.
Walk for the Woods is a free event at the Bacon Ridge Natural Area in Crownsville. The 630-acre tract consists of woods, wetlands and stream valleys that are part of the South River Greenway and protected by easements held by the land trust and the Maryland Environmental Trust.
The gates will be open from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. and admission is free. Donations will be doubled by a matching challenge from the Biophilia Foundation.
Hikers can strike out on their own or sign up for one of nine guided walks. The event is both kid and (leashed) dog friendly.
In the event of heavy rain, the hike will slide over to Sunday. Details, directions and more are at 443-597-0063 or the land trust website.
Photo by Janet Norman