Learn safe fire-starting with flint and steel while exploring practical campfire safety.
What to expect
- A guided flint-and-steel demonstration
- Practical campfire safety instruction
- An outdoor program at the campground amphitheater
Before you go
- Registration is recommended but not required
- Non-campers should park in the main marina lot
- Walk past the General’s Store and cross the footbridge
Program information
The program is free; standard park entry fees apply. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Learn more on the official Maryland State Parks page.
Questions may be directed to Naturalist Liz at elizabeth.becker1@maryland.gov or Smallwood State Park at smallwood.statepark@maryland.gov.
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Registration is recommended but not required.
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