WHEATON, Md.—Enjoy the delights of winter at Montgomery Parks. From moonlight owl prowls and maple sugaring to history programs and a winter woodworking gathering. We’re offering unique ways to explore the outdoors, honor history, and more all month long.
Night Hikes: Owl Prowl | Feb. 2 | 5:30–6:30 p.m.
Black Hill Discovery Center, Boyds
Join us for a post-sunset stroll to look and listen for owls. $7 ($6, Friends of Black Hill).
Maple Sugar Walk | Various dates | Various times
Brookside Nature Center, Wheaton
Hike with a naturalist to the maple tree grove and learn how sugar maple sap is collected and transformed into maple syrup. This is an indoor and outdoor program on natural surface trails. $7.
History Book Club | Feb. 11 | 6:30 – 8 p.m.
Josiah Henson Museum and Park Virtual
Commemorate 250 years of American independence by delving into diverse narratives and experiences that shaped this country. This month’s selection is the book “All That She Carried” by Dr. Tiya Miles. Join the Book Club. Free.
President’s Day Special Opening | Feb. 16 | 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Josiah Henson Museum and Park, North Bethesda
The museum opens special hours to commemorate President’s Day. Come visit us to learn more about Underground Railroad conductor and Montgomery County resident, Reverend Josiah Henson, and enjoy multimedia and hands-on activities. Admission: $6 for children and seniors; $7 for adults. Tickets are available on site. (Parking at 5900 Executive Blvd.)
School’s Out Camp | Feb. 16 | 9 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
Meadowside Nature Center, Rockville
No school? Spend the day in School’s Out Camp at Meadowside Nature Center. Campers (ages 6 – 10) will play games, go for hikes, craft, and more while making new friends and memories. $65.
Eco-Teen Challenge: A Fishy Adventure: Building a Better Water Filter | Feb. 28 | 10 – 11:30 a.m.
Black Hill Discovery Center, Boyds
Discover how our local watersheds support wildlife and explore how our everyday actions affect these vital ecosystems. Then, dive into a hands-on STEM activity by building your own water filter! Designed for ages 11-13. $8 ($7, Friends of Black Hill).
Wood and Wine at Oakley Cabin | Feb. 28 | 4- 7 p.m.
Oakley Cabin African American Museum and Park
Craft, sip, and savor by the fire. Celebrated local artist Anna Fogg will guide you through creating a stunning, one-of-a-kind wooden art piece while you enjoy a glass of aromatic mulled wine and a rustic spread of smoked meats, cheeses, roasted vegetables, and bread around the fire. Includes an exclusive, handmade artisan mug. $50. (21+)
More ways to explore and enjoy
- Check out the Park Academy Series for fitness, wellness, and learning classes.
- See our special programs for 55+.
Go to Montgomery Parks event calendar for a complete list of special events and programming and to learn how to sign up using ActiveMontgomery. Visit the Winter 2026 Montgomery Parks Program Guide.
About Montgomery Parks
Montgomery Parks manages more than 37,000 acres of parkland, consisting of 416 parks. Montgomery Parks is focused on promoting physical activity, social connectivity, and environmental stewardship with an emphasis on serving teens, working-age adults, and seniors, as well as kids. Montgomery Parks is a department of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC), a bi-county agency established in 1927 to steward public land. M-NCPPC has been nationally recognized for its high-quality parks and recreation services and is regarded as a national model by other parks systems.
Accessibility at Montgomery Parks
Montgomery Parks, part of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, encourages and supports the participation of individuals with disabilities. Please contact the Program Access Office at 301-495-2581 (Voice/TTY), MD Relay 7-1-1 or 800-552-7724 or ProgramAccess@MontgomeryParks.org to request a disability modification. Visit Montgomery Parks Program Access for more information.
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