Scenic Rivers’ Maryland Day Weekend Hike at the Contee Farm Portion of SERC

Join Scenic Rivers staff for a guided hike of the Contee Farm portion of the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center campus in celebration of Maryland Day 2026! Learn the history of the land and take in spectacular views. Be sure to show off your Maryland pride by wearing your favorite piece of “Maryland merch” on the hike!

All ages welcome, but please be aware that we will hike on unpaved trails through woods and fields. Pets are not permitted on the SERC campus and closed toe shoes are required. Length: 2-3 miles.

Meet outside of the Reed Education Center Building. The SERC campus address is 647 Contees Wharf Road, Edgewater, Maryland 21037. You will be required to check in at the security booth upon entering the campus.

Contact Erin Valentine at erin@srlt.org with any questions!

This event is FREE, but space is limited.

Registration will open March 1.