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Fire Making Workshop

47755 Old Cove Road
Lexington Park , 20653

01 Apr 2026

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10:30am - 12:30pm

hsmcc.groups@maryland.gov

Events, Workshops

Fire Making Workshop

47755 Old Cove Road
Lexington Park , 20653

01 Apr 2026

10:30am - 12:30pm

Overview

Fire & Survival: A Fire-Making Workshop
Wednesday, April 1 | 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Learn the art and science of fire-making during this hands-on workshop with plantation staff. Participants will explore historic and modern methods of starting a fire, gather materials from the natural environment, and practice techniques such as friction fire, flint and steel, and modern survival tools. Discover why fire was essential to both Indigenous communities and colonial settlers.

Godiah Spray Tobacco Plantation.
Ages 10–18. $20 / $15 members (one adult admitted free).
Space is limited. Preregistration with full payment required.
Registration opens March 3.

-This program is ideal for adventurous learners interested in history, nature, or wilderness skills.

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