** THE DATE AND TIME OF THIS EVENT HAS CHANGED. PLEASE NOTE THE NEW DATE IS THURSDAY, MAY 30 AND THE NEW TIME IS 9-10:30PM.

This program is appropriate for all ages, HOWEVER please be mindful of the event time. This event begins at 9 p.m. and ends at 10:30 p.m. It does not have an earlier start time option. 

Embark on a beachfront expedition during the peak spawning season of horseshoe crabs. Discover these ancient creatures as we search the shoreline, unraveling their remarkable history and essential role in the ecosystem. A thrilling and educational adventure awaits on the sandy shores of Flag Ponds Nature Park.

Be sure to wear clothes that can get wet and shoes that are built for walking in sand.

Location: Flag Ponds Nature Park

Advanced Reservations are required - Please register by: May 27

Program Fee

Free for Society members
$8 per family for nonmembers

Naturalist in charge: Kim Curren

COVID Policies and Procedures 

The Calvert Nature Society has developed policies and procedures for public program operations based on state and CDC guidelines.

Please consider the safety, health, and well-being of all participants in our programs and stay home if the participant(s) are ill. Full refunds will be given for cancellations due to health concerns.

Prior to participation in any Society sponsored program, we will ask each individual, if under 18 a parent, to agree to the participant waiver. The waiver agreement needs to be completed for each in-person program.

Please read our full policy statement and waiver.