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Gatewood Preserve Meadow
About this site
The Gatewood Preserve meadow transforms with the seasons, new green growth in spring, monarchs and other butterflies throughout the summer, and a diversity of asters and goldenrods in fall. Winter reveals its structure, with dormant plants and frost-dusted stems creating a serene landscape. Controlled burns are periodically used to mimic natural fire cycles, reducing invasive species and fostering biodiversity by encouraging the growth of native plants.
About Calvert County Department of Parks and Recreation Natural Resources Division
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The mission on the Natural Resources Division of Calvert County Parks & Recreation is to preserve, manage and operate natural resource areas to provide compatible outdoor recreation and educational opportunities for the public.
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Calvert County Nature Parks are peerless examples of the ecological diversity found in Southern Maryland Region. Each offers significant opportunities for outdoor learning recreation.
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