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| Nature Backpack Kits![]() The Nature Backpack Collection enables you and your family to explore, enjoy, and educate yourselves while hiking locally. The tools, guides and activities found in the backpacks will enable meaningful and memorable interactive opportunities for you and your family. Using Your Nature Backpack: Being a NaturalistGood Naturalists Respect Nature:We encourage the ethical observation of nature, plants and wildlife while hiking. Please avoid collecting or removing life from its natural habitat. The Nature Backpack includes the following:1 pair of binoculars; 1 large compass; 1 magnifying glass; 1 flashlight; 1 observation container; 1 animal scat and track scarf; 7 folded nature identification guides; 6 laminated activity cards*; 1 grease pencil and 1 spiral journal to record observations. Nature Backpack circulation parameters:Reserve a Nature Backpack todayGreat Places to Hike in Harford CountyDiverse hiking experiences exist in Harford County! Whether exploring the Piedmont Plateau in the northern region or the tidal marshes in the southern region, the Nature Backpacks contain tools and activities that help engage your family with the great outdoors! Explore these parks and nature centers: http://harfordcountymd.gov/225/Parks-Recreation Maryland State park information![]() Find state parks, park activities and amenities. http://dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/Pages/default.aspx
Additional Resources:Books for ChildrenBooks for Adults to Share with ChildrenResources from the Maryland Department of Natural ResourcesGuide to Common Mammal Tracks in Maryland: https://dnr.maryland.gov/wildlife/Documents/Key-Common-Mammal-Tracks.pdf Maryland Department of Natural Resources Wildlife Education Resources: http://dnr.maryland.gov/Wildlife/Pages/Education/home.aspx Maryland’s Wildlife Species: http://dnr.maryland.gov/wildlife/Pages/plants_wildlife/mdwllists.aspx We thank the following local organizations who contributed Activities to the backpacks:*Anita C. Leight Estuary Center The Harford Bird Club Susquehannock Wildlife Society
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