Crews From MRVAR Attend The 3rd Annual Marshy Point Popsicle Plunge

There was plenty to do today at the Gunpowder State Park  Hammerman Area.  Approximately 150+ brave plungers entered the 40 degree water, all to raise funds for the Marshy Point Nature Center.  There were several live animal exhibits to see and plenty of good food to eat.   

Just a Little Bit About Marshy Point.....

Marshy Point Nature Center is Situated in the Dundee and Saltpeter Creeks Park, it offers stands of old forest, swatches of newly overgrown soybean fields, dense marshlands, wooded and open wetlands, and tidal creeks that open to the Chesapeake Bay.

Since opening in 2000, Marshy Point Nature Center has moved steadily forward in creating informative and enjoyable programs for adults and children alike. There are monthly audiovisual lectures by noted naturalists, and weekends bring discovery hikes and demonstrations.  During the summer season, a fantastic water-oriented camp is held for children.  Also in place is a growing list of courses, which currently include canoeing, beekeeping, and bird watching.  The annual Spring Festival is one of several special events.  The Nature Center features a beautiful butterfly garden, canoe launching dock and boathouse, trails, and a powerboat for field trips.  MPNC is currently being expanded to provide classrooms and support facilities for our ongoing education programs.

All Photos Provided By: Jack Amrhein - Dive Team 52

Story By : Chris Johnson - Dive Team 52