Activities
The Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center (CBEC) offers a wide variety of recreational activities for all ages.
CBEC offers a wide variety of educational programs and social events each year.
Conservation
The Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center (CBEC) is a 510-acre preserve located in Queen Anne’s County, MD
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Saturday Morning Bird Hikes
Monthly throughout 2026
One-hour guided hikes for beginner and experienced birders. Each hike is themed, but with an eye out for what comes our way.
Critters & Cocktails
January – April 2026
The popular series of entertaining and educational talks on wildlife of the Chesapeake Bay.
Little Sprouts
March – November 2026
CBEC’s Little Sprouts program invites young explorers to discover nature through hands-on gardening and learning.
Adult Learning Programs
Opportunities for adults to learn about the Chesapeake Bay ecosystem, hands on and in depth.
Boat Tours
April – September 2026
New series of monthly boat tours includes bird observation and beverage tastings.
Pollinators 2026
April – October 2026
Delve into whatever piques your interest about pollinators and their habitats.
Guided Kayak Tours
May – October 2026
Basic kayak instruction, followed by a paddle exploring Marshy Creek.
Sunset Sound Healing
May 14, 2026
Sound healing with crystal singing bowls and solfreggio frequencies.
Music in the Marsh
June 13, 2026
Storytelling and original music as the sun sets over the bay.
Summer Camp
June – August 2026
Outdoor adventures that spark curiosity and inspire young naturalists.
Birdies for the Bay
July 13, 2026
Golf tournament benefiting CBEC and CCA of Maryland.