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Visitors to South Germantown SplashPark & Mini Golf are enjoying new amenities and upgraded facilities this summer!

The annual deer management program has been in place for 22 years to address an overpopulation of deer in the county.

The film screenings aim to raise awareness of esteemed author, abolitionist, and minister. Narrated by Danny Glover, the film traces Josiah Henson’s harrowing journey from slavery in Maryland and Kentucky to freedom in Canada.

Silver Spring, MD –  Montgomery Parks, part of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, will reopen all natural surface…

Rain can create hazardous conditions along trails for park users and adversely affect the integrity of the trails. 

Twenty Athletes Competing Across A, B, and C Divisions on August 4 & 5 

Residents are encouraged to explore “undiscovered” aspects of the parks

With the hottest days of summer ahead, you can still be active, stay cool, and enjoy Montgomery Parks.

Biological monitoring plays a vital role in helping to assess Montgomery County’s stream systems. By monitoring trends in water quality and supplying important data, ecologists at Montgomery Parks are helping to ensure that aquatic ecosystems thrive.

Area leaders will discuss the 11th Street Bridge Park project and the work of the Anacostia Watershed Society on Wednesday, July 18, 2018.

5th Annual Latino Conservation Week runs July 14 – 22, 2018

Montgomery Parks is hosting a series of special events and programs as part of Latino Conservation Week, July 14 – 22, 2018.

SILVER SPRING, MD – Montgomery Parks, part of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission will sponsor the Montgomery County…

At Montgomery Parks, you don’t have to go far for an evening filled with love and laughter at one of the two free upcoming performances of A Midsummer Night’s Dream at Brookside Gardens and Meadowside Nature Center.

Annual “Germantown Glory” fireworks show will take place at South Germantown Recreational Park

Public encouraged to learn more about the role of pollinators for National Pollinator’s Week. SILVER SPRING, MD –Montgomery Parks, part…

Montgomery Parks is continuing annual efforts to address localized impacts of non-migratory (resident) Canada geese on parkland utilizing a variety of measures.

Public meeting to take place Wednesday, June 13, 2018,  from 7 -9 p.m. at Somerset Elementary School. Silver Spring, MD…

El 23 de junio, una jornada de casa abierta para atraer a los fanáticos locales entusiasmados por el partido de México v. Corea del Sur

June 23 Open House to engage excited local fans for Mexico v. South Korea Match.

Mud is magic. Its mystique and charm—most often appreciated during childhood—can sometimes get lost as we grow older. This summer, let Montgomery Parks remind you of that mud magic in a whole new way.

June 17th is approaching fast. With the weather getting warmer, we encourage you to spend Father’s Day outdoors. Whether exploring the woods at Little Bennett Campground or enjoying an evening campfire, you can make dad’s day extra special with some exciting activities in Montgomery Parks.

New park features four state-of-the-art athletic fields, a playground, half basketball court, a pavilion and trail network.

New guidelines will provide overall direction for major features of parks and public spaces design for Energized Public Spaces Functional Master Plan.

Hundreds of employees from Marriott International descended upon parks sites for Spirit to Serve – Marriott’s global day of giving. Spirit to Serve has been celebrated by associates at Marriott International for over 20 years; and for the past 18 years, associates have tackled projects in Montgomery Parks.

Montgomery Planning Board Chair Casey Anderson is well on his way to reaching his 2018 goal of visiting all 421 Montgomery Parks! He recently took time out of his busy day to provide an update on his progress and share what he’s discovered along the way.

Black Hill Visitor Center and Nature Programs, Meadowside Nature Center and Brookside Gardens earn recertification

Brookside Gardens and the Agricultural History Farm Park Host Concerts June Through August.

Maryland-National Capital Park Police will present Wednesday, June 6, 2018

Breeding and nesting season has begun for the eastern box turtle.