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Celebrating Summer Solstice in Maryland

The longest day of the year is quickly approaching. What will you do to celebrate?

The summer solstice is the one day each year with the longest amount of daylight, and it’s coming up on Wednesday, June 20. You may want to take advantage of those extra sunny hours with a trip to the beach, a backyard barbecue or one of these Maryland summer solstice celebrations.

Go on a kayaking trip on Wednesday, June 20 with the Eastern Neck National Wildlife Refuge in Rock Hall, Md. from 6-8 p.m. Register with jfairchild2@washcoll.edu or call 410-778-7295.

Experience the solstice at the on Saturday, June 23 from 8 p.m. to midnight. This annual fundraiser benefits the education and outreach programs of the science center and includes live music, food and cocktails. You can purchase tickets online for $125. 

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Take a hike through the Hereford Wildlands at Gunpowder Falls State Park in Baltimore County. This is a 3-mile guided hike from 7-9 p.m. on Wednesday, June 20. There is no charge; just call 410-592-2897 to pre-register.

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