On June 6, Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge will hold its 13th Annual Youth Fishing Fun Day. Youths 15 and under can pre-register for the event or register at the pond on June 6. The first 100 registered participants will receive a hot dog lunch and goodies. Fishing poles and bait will be provided, or bring your own. Beginners are welcome. See our Youth Fishing Fun Day flyer for more details and the registration phone number.

We currently have three eggs on the Blackwater NWR Osprey Cam and hatching could occur at any time. We'll post updates on the Osprey Cam page once we confirm a chick has arrived. Be sure to visit the Osprey Cam page to follow the action.

Interested in sharing with others the wonders of Blackwater NWR?  Serve as an interpretive tour guide on the Wildlife Drive for visiting motorcoach groups throughout the summer months (June 4, 10, 11, 12 and July 15 at 2:45 pm). If interested, please call 410-901-6124.

If you've received a renewal reminder from the Friends of Blackwater recently, we ask that you take a few moments to send in your renewal. The Friends count on members for support, which enables us to assist with many wonderful projects at Blackwater Refuge, such as the raptor cams, the Visitor Center gift shop, the land and water trails, and the environmental education program. Please continue to support the Friends as we support one of the best national wildlife refuges in America.