• Herpetology Study at Cove Point: FrogWatch Nighttime Hike

    Wednesday, April 8th, 2026 at 8-10pm
  • Cove Point Natural Heritage Trust invites you to join our Nighttime FrogWatch Herpetology Study at Cove Point, a hike guided by Matt Neff (Curator, Calvert Marine Museum). This is an educational evening woodland hike focused on listening for mating calls and identifying frog species during peak breeding season, highlighting amphibian behavior, habitats and the importance of protecting vernal pools. 

    Date: Wednesday, April 8th, 2026

    Time: 8pm-10pm

    Hike Leader: Matt Neff, Curator, Calvert Marine Museum 

    Location: Meet at the Cove Point Lighthouse parking lot (X on map)

    Route: Approximately 200 yards round trip. Beginner level hike on flat, even surface. (Green route on map)

    Please Wear/Bring: Long pants and long sleeves, sturdy footwear for hiking, water, insect repellent

    PLEASE NOTE:

    1. All hikers must complete a waiver, provided below. 

    2. Cove Point Natural Heritage Trust will contact you in the case of cancellation due to inclement weather. 

     

  • Step 1: Attendee Information

    Please provide us with your contact information.
  • Step 2: Additional Attendees

    You can sign up one additional person per form submission. Please have any additional attendees in your group submit a separate form.
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    • Step 3: Complete Guided Hike Waiver

      All hike attendees will need to upload a waiver below or bring a completed waiver to the hike with them. Minors will need their waivers signed by a parent or guardian.
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    • Please click "Submit" to complete your sign-up. We look forward to seeing you at the hike!

      If you have any questions or concerns, please email brucewfall@gmail.com to get in touch with Bruce Fall, Director of Cove Point Natural Heritage Trust.
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