Marshy Point Nature Center Archives

Maryland DNR announces $2.1 million in grants to protect land, expand recreational opportunities

Posted on May 15, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Natural Resources has announced grants totaling $2.1 million that will fund local government and land trust initiatives to protect land, expand recreational opportunities, and promote healthy outdoor lifestyles. The grants were approved by the state’s Board of Public Works and will support three projects, including the acquisition of 4.3 acres to expand the Brunswick Sports […]

2024 Marshy Point Spring Festival date, details announced

Posted on March 27, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

MIDDLE RIVER, MD—Warm weather is right around the corner, and the Baltimore County Department of Recreation & Parks has announced details on the 2024 Marshy Point Spring Festival. The festival will be held 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 13, 2024. The event will feature live music, animal encounters, exhibitors, games, crafts, and outdoor activities for all ages. […]

Councilman Marks nominates Carney resident to Landmarks Commission

Posted on March 25, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

CARNEY, MD—Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced on Monday that he will recommend the appointment of Carney resident Daniel Dean to the vacant Fifth District seat on the Baltimore County Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC). The LPC reviews nominations for structures to be placed on the county inventory of historic landmarks, and advises residents, businesses, and other stakeholders on preservation laws. […]

Marshy Point Nature Center to hold 2023 Fall Festival in September

Posted on August 29, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

MIDDLE RIVER, MD—The Marshy Point Nature Center will hold its 2023 Fall Festival next month. The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, September 23, 2023. The festival will feature games, hay rides, canoe trips, food, and more. Admission and parking are free and the event will be held rain or shine. Marshy Point Nature […]

Councilman Marks: Marshy Point, other recreation projects funded in FY 2024 budget

Posted on May 17, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Baltimore County Councilman David Marks on Wednesday announced a series of recreation improvements funded in the Fiscal Year 2024 budget that will improve facilities from Middle River to Kingsville. The budget includes $1.7 million to improve Marshy Point Nature Center. This project involves utilities upgrades and improvements to animal enclosures, program spaces, the pier and dock, and canoe storage […]

Johnny Olszewski Baltimore County Budget Announcement 20230413

Olszewski releases $4.9 billion FY 2024 budget for Baltimore County [VIDEO]

Posted on April 13, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

UPDATE 2: The Baltimore County Council has approved the FY2024 budget. UPDATE: Baltimore County Board of Education Chair Jane Lichter and Baltimore County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Darryl L. Williams have released in response to the proposed budget. Original story below… TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski on Thursday submitted a $4.9 billion budget proposal for Fiscal Year 2024 that […]

Marshy Point Nature Center announces 2023 Spring Festival

Posted on April 7, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

MIDDLE RIVER, MD—Marshy Point Nature Center will hold its 2023 Spring Festival later this month. The event will take place 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 15, 2023. The festival will feature native plant sales, food, live music, boat rides, games, crafts, animal chats, and much more. Admission and parking are free. Costs vary by activity and are […]

Marshy Point Nature Center Fall Festival 2021

Marshy Point Nature Center to hold 13th annual Fall Festival on Saturday

Posted on September 23, 2021 by Chris Montcalmo

MIDDLE RIVER, MD—The Marshy Point Nature Center will hold its 13th annual Fall Festival this weekend. The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, September 25, 2021. The festival will feature games, hay rides, canoe trips, food, and more. Admission and parking are free and the event will be held rain or shine. Marshy Point […]