Learn how to safely start a fire with flint and steel and explore fire safety.
What to expect
- Guided flint-and-steel fire-starting instruction
- Fire safety at the Campground Amphitheater
Before you go
- October 16, 3:15–4 p.m.
- Smallwood State Park — Campground Amphitheater
- Non-campers: 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. Registration is recommended but not required. One registration per family or group is sufficient.
Park address: 2750 Sweden Point Road, Marbury, MD 20658.
Dress for the weather and activity, bring water, and check park updates before your visit. Contact Naturalist Liz at elizabeth.becker1@maryland.gov or 301-743-7613 for questions and meeting-point confirmation.


