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Celebrate the Launch of the Parkers Creek Heritage Trail on National Trails Day at ACLT
Event Details (It's Free!)
Saturday, June 6, 2026
10am - 3pm
ACLT North Side Trailhead
676 Double Oak Rd. Prince Frederick, MD 20678
Boxed lunch by Kelly’s Kickin’ Cuisine
(paid pre-order required)
Living History Performance by local actress Shemika Renee
We hope you will join us for this fun community event! It's Free!
Registration is not required unless you wish to participate in one of the guided hikes and/or order a boxed lunch from Kelly's Kickin Cuisine (all orders must be placed by June 1st). See registration form below.
Event Activities
Parkers Creek Heritage Trail
Presentations
Guided & Self-Guided Hikes
Living History Performance by Shemika Renee
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Boxed Lunches from Kelly's Kickin Cuisine
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Scavenger Hunts, Games & Crafts
Informational Displays
Farm & Food Forest Tours
What is the Parkers Creek Heritage Trail?
The Parkers Creek Heritage Trail is not a single trail, but a network of 22 interpretive signs placed throughout ACLT’s 26 miles of public hiking trails. Together, the signs and companion webpages share aspects of the rich cultural, environmental, and community history of the Parkers Creek watershed.
A major focus of the project is the history and contributions of African American families and communities in the Parkers Creek region. Eight interpretive signs are devoted primarily to Black history, while several additional signs include Black history as a secondary focus. Featured stories include African American farming families, Black mutual aid and benefit societies, Civil War veterans, community leadership, and the experiences of formerly enslaved and free Black residents who shaped the region over generations.
Learn more at www.pcheritagetrail.org
Funding for the Parkers Creek Heritage Trail project has been provided by the Maryland Heritage Area Authority, part of the Maryland Historical Trust in the Maryland State Department of Planning. This project is one element within the state-level Southern Maryland Heritage Area. In addition, the project received a Seed Grant to participate in the Southern Maryland National Heritage Area.
Thank You to Our Co-Sponsors
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Click to download map/brochure with sign locations and details.
Tips for Making Your Day More Enjoyable:
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Dress appropriately for the weather and wear comfortable (closed toe) shoes if you're planning to hike.
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Some of the trails are more challenging than others, so please review the trail map ahead of time.
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We love dogs, but we do not allow them on guided hikes. Feel free to bring them (on a leash) if hiking on your own.
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Don’t forget to bring water and use bug repellent and sunscreen!
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Lastly, order a boxed lunch (or bring your own), bring a picnic blanket or chairs, and plan to stay as long as you like!