Camp Out at Sandy Point This Weekend

Sandy Point State Park is inviting the community for a night under the stars at the park this weekend.

What:  The Great American Backyard Campout

When: 10 a.m. Saturday

Where:

Cost: $25 per family (up to six people)

From the press release:

"We invite you to enjoy a fun and relaxing evening of tent camping, Scales and Tales demonstrations, Owl Prowls, and campfire programs. Limited space available. This year we will also be celebrating our 60th anniversary and the Grand Opening of the Nature Center on Saturday, June 23. Families are allowed to tent camp only and supply their own food and drinks. Picnic tables and grills will be available to use. S’mores will be provided. Both alcohol and pets are not permitted."

National Wildlife Federation regional executive director Tony Caligiuri said in a statement that this event is a great way for families to have fun in the outdoors.

"I believe that one of the greatest threats to our precious wildlife and natural resources is a generation of children entirely disconnected from nature," he said.

For more information and to register, you can visit The Backyard Campout website, call the park at 410-974-2149, or email at sandypoint@dnr.state.md.us. The park is located at 1100 East College Pkwy., Annapolis, MD 21409.