{"id":33934,"date":"2026-02-22T17:03:20","date_gmt":"2026-02-22T22:03:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nvps.org\/home\/?p=33934"},"modified":"2026-03-10T16:14:50","modified_gmt":"2026-03-10T20:14:50","slug":"field-trip-march-21-2016-piscataway-park","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nvps.org\/home\/field-trip-march-21-2016-piscataway-park\/","title":{"rendered":"Field Trip: March 21, 2016 – Piscataway Park"},"content":{"rendered":"
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For our March field trip, we will explore the scenic beauty of Piscataway Park in Accokeek, Maryland. Overlooking the Potomac River and directly across from Mount Vernon, this National Park Service site offers a peaceful blend of wetlands, meadows, forest trails, and sweeping river views. Early spring is an excellent time to visit\u2014trees begin to bud, migratory birds return, and the soft morning light creates ideal conditions for both landscape and wildlife photography.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The park is also home to the National Colonial Farm, where historic structures, split-rail fences, and farm animals provide additional photographic opportunities. Whether you enjoy wide-angle landscapes, wildlife, or rustic details, Piscataway Park offers a variety of subjects in a quiet, natural setting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

More information about the park can be found here: https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/pisc\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

When:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Saturday, March 21, 2026 from 7:00 a.m. \u2013 10:00 a.m.
(Rain date: Sunday, March 22, 2026 from 7:00 a.m. \u2013 10:00 a.m.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Post Field Trip Coffee and Snacks at Dunkin Donuts on MD 210 (at the intersection of Bryan Point Road)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The National Colonial Farm Gate opens at 7:00 a.m. and sunrise will be at 7:10 a.m. We will meet just after 7:00 a.m. in the parking lot next to the National Colonial Farm Visitor Center. The visitor center and parking is labeled \u201cAccokeek Foundation at Piscataway Park\u201d on Google Maps. More detailed directions will be provided with the March Field Trip emails.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Piscataway Park – Accokeek Foundation at Piscataway Park
On Google Maps use \u201c<\/strong>Accokeek Foundation at Piscataway Park<\/strong>\u201d<\/strong> for your destination. (The official address of 3400 Bryan Point Rd, Accokeek, MD brings you to the park border, NOT the parking lot, and can be confusing).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Parking is free in the main lot near the visitor center.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Equipment and Notes:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u25cf A telephoto lens is recommended for birds and wildlife<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u25cf A standard or wide-angle lens works well for landscapes and farm structures<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u25cf Tripods and monopods are permitted throughout the park<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u25cf Waterproof footwear is helpful\u2014some areas may be muddy in early spring<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u25cf Restrooms are available near the visitor center<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u25cf The park is largely open and exposed, so dress in layers for changing morning temperatures<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We hope you can join us!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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