THE PARK IS OPEN FROM SUNRISE TO SUNSET. Gates will be locked shortly after sunset. No bicycles are permitted on our trails.
The Park office may be reached at 410-887-2503 or [email protected]
Our Mission
The Cromwell Valley Park Council (CPVC) is a volunteer, non-profit organization dedicated to the stewardship of Cromwell Valley Park as a public space for passive recreation and School Programs. The CVPC works in cooperation with the Baltimore County Department of Recreation and Parks and other entities to maintain, preserve and protect the natural environment and historic structures in the Park.
Renew Your Membership!
Current Memberships expire 3/31/24
All events require registration unless otherwise noted.
To register for an event, please go to https://cromwellvalleypark.campbrainregistration.com/
Mother’s Day Tea
Saturday, May 11 at 1 PM to 3 PM Mother’s Day Tea – Ages 8+. Celebrate the mom in your life by sharing Mother Earth’s tea. Learn the health benefits of natural teas and gather local plants. Enjoy a fresh-brewed cup, then take the cup home with you! $4 members/$6 non-members. Registration required.
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Visit the Nature Center Day!
Sunday, May 12 at 10 AM to 3 PM Visit the Nature Center Day! – All Ages. Visit the Nature Center, enjoy the exhibits, visit with our animals, and have a cup of tea or coffee on us. Drop-in program. FREE! Registration NOT required.
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Saturday Morning Bird Walks
Saturdays, March 30 through May 25 at 8 AM to 10 AM Saturday Morning Bird Walks – Ages 14+. This spring join a Park Naturalist for an early morning bird walk on Saturdays, March 30 through May 25. Bring binoculars, if you have them! FREE! Registration required. Meet at the bird walk sign in the Willow Grove Gravel Parking Lot.…
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The Atlatl
Saturday, May 18 at 1 PM to 3 PM The Atlatl – Ages 18+. Learn about mankind’s most ancient hunting tools. Make this throwing device plus one dart, then try it out at the park and take it home. $4 members/$6 non-members. Registration required. Primitive Tech Lab
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Edible Plants
Sunday, May 19 at 10 AM to 12 PM Edible Plants - Ages 14+. Wild plants tend to be more nutritious and flavorful than grocery plants. Joint a Naturalist to discover some of the abundant spring edibles all around us. $4 members/$6 non-members. Registration required.
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Who’s Awake? Family Night Hike
Friday, May 24 at 8 PM to 9:30 PM Who’s Awake? Family Night Hike – All Ages. Let’s explore some of our park’s habitats at night and see who wakes up once the sun goes down. We will learn about what adaptations help nocturnal creatures thrive in the dark. FREE! Registration required.
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Saturday Morning Bird Walks
Saturdays, March 30 through May 25 at 8 AM to 10 AM Saturday Morning Bird Walks – Ages 14+. This spring join a Park Naturalist for an early morning bird walk on Saturdays, March 30 through May 25. Bring binoculars, if you have them! FREE! Registration required. Meet at the bird walk sign in the Willow Grove Gravel Parking Lot.…
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Corn and Dog Roast
Saturday, May 25 at 1 PM to 2:30 PM Corn and Dog Roast – Ages 5+. Join us for some fun and food. We’ll show you how to make traditional tortillas over an open flame, which can then be wrapped around a hot dog to enjoy. Please BYOHD – bring your own hot dogs. We will provide the condiments, drinks,…
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Dandelions
Sunday, May 26 at 11 AM to 12:30 PM Dandelions – All Ages. One of the most common “weeds” is actually edible, has antibiotic properties, and you can make coffee from the root. Learn about this cute plant and make a craft to take home. $4 members/$6 non-members. Registration required.
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Happy Memorial Day!
Monday, May 27 Happy Memorial Day! – The Nature Center and Park Office will be closed, but the Park is open sunrise to sunset for this Holiday.
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