Oregon Ridge Nature Center
News and Events
For information and reservations call 410-887-1815 or email: info@oregonridgenaturecenter.org.
MAPLE SUGARING WEEKEND - Saturday and Sunday - February 29 and March 1; 11a.m.- 4p.m. - Join us at the Sugar Shack to learn the magic behind the fascinating process of making maple syrup! Take an invigorating guided hike to the sugar bush to tap a tree for sap. See how the sap is processed with current and antique technology and taste maple syrup and sugar. This is a free event and registration is not required.
EARTH DAY CELEBRATION - April 26, 10AM - 4PM - We are currently planning this celebration at Oregon Ridge in cooperation with the Gunpowder Valley Conservancy.
SUMMER CAMP - Information and applications are here. - Flyer with application, Health Assessment Form, Registration/Liability Waiver
JOB AND VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES - We are currently accepting applications for summer staff: Naturalist - Camp, Naturalist - Outreach, Counselor-in-training. Also, we are seeking Part-Time Naturalists, Park Attendants, Naturalist Interns, and Ridge Runners. For additional information concerning volunteer opportunities please see our Volunteer page or view our latest flyer .
*IMPORTANT FILES AND LINKS TO VIEW OR DOWNLOAD (click below )*
- Winter Newsletter
- Winter Program Calendar
- Spring Program Calendar
- Lodge Area Closings
- Photography Permit
- Park Rules and Regulations
- Nature Quest Passport
Hours
The Nature Center is open from 9 am to 5 pm Tuesday through Sunday. We are closed on Mondays and all County observed holidays. Also, the Park is open every day sunrise to sunset - March thru October, except In the winter (November - February) the Park is open 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
NOTICE: If you are planning a group visit of 10 or more people, you will need to call in advance. For details please review our Rules and Regulations. Also, please note that swimming, alcohol, crab feasts, glass containers, fires, personal grills, balloons and amplified music are prohibited in the park. Grilling is only permitted when renting the Lake Pavilion and using the installed grills.
Contact Information
Address: 13555 Beaver Dam Road, Cockeysville, MD 21030
Phone: 410-887-1815 • TDD/Deaf 410-887-5319
Email: info@oregonridgenaturecenter.org -- Send email
Oregon Ridge Lodge
The Lodge area is managed separately from the Nature Center area. For information concerning reservations at the Lodge area, and for questions about Fireworks, BSO Concerts, and wedding rentals; please contact the Oregon Ridge Lodge at 410-887-1818.