Calvert County Parks and Recreation

06/01/2026

Join at Chesapeake Hills Golf Course for Family Fun Nights on Saturday, June 13, and Saturday, July 27!

⛳9-hole family course
🕔Tee times available from 5-8 p.m.
🏌️‍♀️Golf: $5 per person
🛺Cart rental: $5
🌭Food specials at Grill 19

Tee times must be booked in advance. 📞Call 410-326-GOLF (4653) to reserve your tee time.

05/31/2026

Only 1 month left to submit applications for the Therman Gray Scholarship Education Award by the June 30 deadline. 🎓

CCPR’s Therman Gray Scholarship Education Award Program is designed to assist individuals with funds in support of pursuing a career in the field of parks and recreation. This program offers an annual scholarship award of $1,000 to a graduating senior in each district of Calvert County.

To learn more and download the application, please visit https://ow.ly/zZwv50Z5Nrn.

05/31/2026

Enjoy a serene sunrise at Flag Ponds Nature Park.

05/30/2026

Nestled among the rolling hills of Dunkirk, Ward Farm Recreation and Nature Park offers visitors a chance to reconnect with the natural beauty of Southern Maryland.

While the park includes recreational amenities, its true charm lies in the more than 200 acres of forests, meadows, wetlands and open space waiting to be explored.

Explore one of the scenic trails that winds through landscapes shaped by both nature and history. Former farmland is gradually returning to native habitat, creating valuable space for wildlife and pollinators.

Along the trails that were once old farming roads, visitors may spot deer moving quietly through the woods, hawks soaring overhead, or butterflies drifting through sunlit meadows. In spring and summer, the park comes alive with birdsong, blooming wildflowers and the hum of insects among native grasses.

Stroll the stream valleys or watch the lily pads gently bob in the breeze from the fishing pier, a perfect spot for a quiet picnic.

Ward Farm provides an accessible escape into nature just minutes from surrounding neighborhoods. A circuit hike of the natural surface trails is about 3 miles, or you can pick and choose your route for a shorter or longer trek. If you want a more purposeful experience, you can try the disc golf course or the orienteering course tucked along the trails.

Whether hiking the trails, photographing wildlife, birdwatching, or simply enjoying a quiet walk outdoors, visitors can experience the changing rhythms of the natural world close to home. At Ward Farm, every trail offers an invitation to walk on the wild side and discover the beauty of Calvert County’s living landscape.

Information and trail maps can be found at www.calvertcountymd.gov/3047/Ward-Farm-Recreation-Nature-Park.

05/30/2026

Join for a new program, Mindful Mobility, for ages 15 and older on Tuesdays, June 2-23 from 4:30-5:15 p.m. at the Southern Community Center.

This class emphasizes breathing while building strength, improving balance and joint flexibility for grounded, mind-body connected movement in everyday life. Bring a thick yoga mat. Blocks and exercise cushions are encouraged.

Cost is $55 per student.

To register, please call Southern Community Center at 410-586-1101 or visit https://calvertcounty.perfectmind.com/ to register online.

05/27/2026

💃 Find your rhythm. 🧘 Find your balance.

Step into something new with CCPR’s line dancing or yoga classes! Whether you’re looking to move to the music or unwind and recharge, there’s a class for every pace and experience level.

It’s the perfect way to stay active, meet new people and have fun this summer.

📲 Browse class options and register today at www.calvertcountymd.gov/CCPR.

05/27/2026

We appreciate your hard work!

🌟 Guard of the Month Announcement! 🌟

Each month, Aquatics recognizes one outstanding lifeguard as our “Guard of the Month” in honor of their dedication, hard work and exceptional service. 🎉

As part of this recognition, the selected lifeguard receives our famous “Silly Tube” — a fun and unique flotation device they carry while on duty. 🎨👀 Keep an eye out for its one-of-a-kind appearance in the water as we celebrate the team members who go above and beyond to help keep our community safe.

This month, we are proud to recognize Haylee Plaudis as Guard of the Month! 🏅

Haylee has been an essential part of the Aquatics team since 2017. While lifeguarding is at the core of what she does, she also serves as a pool manager and lifeguard instructor. Outside of work, Haylee is a talented dog trainer and pet sitter and hopes to open her own boarding business in the future.

When she’s not on deck, Haylee enjoys rollerblading, cosplay and attending rave festivals when the weather is nice. Next time you see her, be sure to congratulate her and thank her for the amazing work she does for Aquatics and Calvert County!

Stay tuned for next month’s Guard of the Month announcement! 👏

05/26/2026

Field Status Update for Tuesday, May 26:

Dunkirk District Park - fields 5 & 6 closed

Cove Point Park - fields 2, 5 and 6 closed

All other activities are on as scheduled.

05/26/2026

Join for Turtle Time on Thursday, June 11, from 11-11:45 a.m. at Southern Community Center

Turtle Time is a fun, and hands-on program designed for preschoolers ages 2 to 6 and presented in partnership with Calvert County Natural Resources.

Little learners will discover the amazing turtles that live right here in Maryland through stories, simple science activities, movement games and creative crafts. Children will explore how turtles move, where they live, what they eat and how we can help protect their habitats.

With interactive play and plenty of turtle-themed fun, this program encourages curiosity, nature appreciation and early learning in an engaging, age-appropriate way.

Preregistration is required. To register online, visit https://calvertcounty.perfectmind.com/.

05/26/2026

Meet up at Solomons Town Center Park for playground fun this summer every Monday, from June 1 through Aug. 31, from 10-11 a.m.

This is a great chance for children and parents to socialize, make new friends, expend some energy and enjoy the great outdoors.