Captain Trash Wheel

Captain Trash Wheel here!! Helping to keep Masonville Cove clean. I am a novice birder who loves when members of my crew stop by to say hi!

[Captain Trash Wheel @CaptTrashWheel]

Ahoy, party people! I'm turning 8 & you're invited to celebrate TOMORROW at Masonville Cove!

Join me for Captain Trash Wheel's Birthday Boom with crafts, face painting, games, birthday surprises & tons of family fun. 🎉FREE event; registration required.

https://t.co/Bbhi4pirdv

[Captain Trash Wheel @CaptTrashWheel]

End your week with a Sunset Sound Meditation at Masonville Cove on June 5. ☀️🧘

Enjoy guided meditation, herbal tea, nature sounds, and peaceful harbor views as the sun sets and wildlife comes alive. Bring a pillow and blanket or use a yoga mat provided.

https://t.co/gSNv8yMIig

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Last chance for Spring Bird Banding at Masonville Cove!

Since 2023, scientists & volunteers have banded 3K+ birds, helping researchers track migration, lifespan & nesting behavior. Join us June 4–6 for an up-close look before spring takes flight.

https://t.co/YwxeAZHffM

[Captain Trash Wheel @CaptTrashWheel]

Ahoy, future scientists!

Step into the role of a water quality scientist at Masonville Cove and learn how real-time data helps protect our waterways. This hands-on experience lets you collect data, explore climate science & make a real impact.

Register:
https://t.co/1RHrTAYBkO

[Captain Trash Wheel @CaptTrashWheel]

I’m turning 8 & celebrating in style!

Join me on June 5 for an evening of family fun featuring games, face painting & gifts! Let's celebrate another year of keeping Baltimore’s waterways cleaner together. This event is FREE, but registration is required!

https://t.co/Bbhi4pirdv

[Captain Trash Wheel @CaptTrashWheel]

Since 2023, Masonville Cove has banded more than 3,729 birds to help scientists study migration, habitats, lifespan, and behavior. 🐦

Don’t miss your chance to see birds up close before the Spring Bird Banding Season ends!

https://t.co/tpYbwvOwpP

[Captain Trash Wheel @CaptTrashWheel]

Celebrate #BlackBirdersWeek 2026 with science, creativity & fun! 🐦

Enjoy live bird banding, a scavenger hunt, recycled bird crafts & hands-on conservation activities while helping create more welcoming outdoor spaces for all.

Registration required:
https://t.co/50cWXUcuc6

[Captain Trash Wheel @CaptTrashWheel]

This Memorial Day, we honor & remember the brave men & women who gave their lives in service to our country.

As many gather outdoors with family & friends this weekend, let’s also take care of the parks, waterways, harbors, and shared spaces that bring our communities together.

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We’re closing out the week with another Bird Banding weekend at the Cove this Thursday, Friday & Saturday! 🐦

Join Birds of Urban Baltimore for an up-close look at bird banding in action. Registration reserves your spot, but walk-ins are welcome!

[Captain Trash Wheel @CaptTrashWheel]

Zugunruhe is a German term for "migratory restlessness" in birds, describing the intense, instinctual urge to migrate.

As daylight shifts, birds feel the urge to move & migration is peaking in MD! Warblers, orioles & more are passing through Masonville Cove. Spot one? Tag me!

[Captain Trash Wheel @CaptTrashWheel]

Ahoy, young explorers! 🌼

Join us at Masonville Cove for a free hands-on flower adventure featuring nature walks, flower discoveries, stories, and a fun craft to take home. Perfect for curious minds and future scientists!

https://t.co/aLn03I0N05

[Captain Trash Wheel @CaptTrashWheel]

It’s Endangered Species Day & a good time to let everyone know that protection works!

Bald eagles have made incredible comebacks in MD thanks to conservation efforts. You can spot them at Masonville Cove, proof that action makes a difference.

Learn more: https://t.co/FgBsdqadl0

[Captain Trash Wheel @CaptTrashWheel]

Ahoy, calm seekers ⚓🌿

Need a reset? Join Katie Detrich for a full day of Yoga & Mindfulness in Nature at Masonville Cove. Relax, recharge, and reconnect.

Free, registration required: https://t.co/x1SH21FI6V

[Captain Trash Wheel @CaptTrashWheel]

Zugunruhe is a German term for "migratory restlessness" in birds, describing the intense, instinctual urge to migrate.

As daylight shifts, birds feel the urge to move & migration is peaking in MD! Warblers, orioles & more are passing through Masonville Cove. Spot one? Tag me!

[Captain Trash Wheel @CaptTrashWheel]

Nature is full of amazing moms and Masonville Cove is no exception 💚

Today we celebrate human moms and the feathered, furry, and wild ones who nurture the next generation. Drop a pic of one of your favorite mom friends (of any variety) in the comments!

[Captain Trash Wheel @CaptTrashWheel]

Ahoy, future clean-air champions!

It’s National Clean Air Month, and we’re launching a May Eco-Challenge: walk or bike when you can and go screen-free for two hours a day. Small changes like fewer car trips and less energy use help keep our air clean.

https://t.co/ngNnDS8dya

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Ahoy, explorers! ⚓

May at Masonville Cove is a full-sensory experience: blooming flowers, birds calling from every direction, fresh greenery, and that unmistakable spring air and energy. Join us for a guided nature walk May 2 at 11 AM!

Register at
https://t.co/Kit29nRkB6

[Captain Trash Wheel @CaptTrashWheel]

Ahoy, future scientists! ⚓️

Step into the role of a water quality scientist at Masonville Cove and explore how we track climate change in real time. Hands-on learning that makes a difference.

👉 Register here: https://t.co/ahYqkp2EBG

[Captain Trash Wheel @CaptTrashWheel]

Happy #EarthDay! ⚓🌎💚
Today we celebrate the majesty of Mother Earth, but protecting her is a year-round mission. Thanks to everyone who took part in a challenge to appreciate nature & take action to help keep our air, land & waterways clean. You make my job a whole lot easier!

[Captain Trash Wheel @CaptTrashWheel]

Ahoy! It’s National Environmental Education Week, a reminder that learning about nature helps us protect it. From parks to waterways, environmental education happens everywhere. The more we know, the better we care for our ecosystems.

Visit https://t.co/0MpcZYmoOm for more info.