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    Carrie Murray Nature Center

    4.7 (7 reviews)
    Closed 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Larissa J.

    LOVE THIS PLACE! Who knew there was such an amazing place in the heart of Baltimore City - this is the home of the original Raven - the one who you hear when the Baltimore Ravens score a touchdown - what a fun fact. Not just that but the staff is AMAZING! They absolutely love their jobs and really express their excitement in all they do - all of the animals are rescues and came to them from owners who could no longer take care of them - most of these animals actually go to the staff homes when they can't stay at the Carrie Murray Nature Center. The Nature Center not only has animals - birds of preys, reptiles, and insects but they also have trails upon trails and within the trails they have art work made out of nature - you should check this place out FOR SURE! Admission is inexpensive though donations are always appreciated.

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    I love this nature center, sure it small but thats part of the charm. Just had my sons birthday part there and we loved all the animals.

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    Roger Carter Community Center

    Roger Carter Community Center

    3.0
    (38 reviews)

    I came here for a meeting in one of the conference rooms and the staff were super friendly,…read moredirecting me to where I needed to go. The community space was cleaned and the staff set up the projector and made sure I had everything I needed. If you have a community group that needs a space, this is a good option!

    We've been going to the Roger Carter Center for many years. The gym/workout area is basic, but…read moreadequate. Parking can be a nightmare, especially on the weekends, as there are few spaces available on the street level and the parking garage is small and located far from the main entrance. If a piece of equipment is broken or out of order (including fans), it usually takes weeks before repairs are affected. The biggest problem at the center, though, is the lack of rule enforcement by staff. Some gym goers seem to believe that this is their own personal gym and think nothing of dangerously modifying the equipment, turning the room fans off or physically moving them to meet their own personal comfort, talking on cell phones, playing music or videos audibly, remaining on aerobic equipment beyond the 30-minute limit, scrolling on their phones for 10 minutes or more between sets, entering the building from the 3rd floor and not bothering to check in at the front desk (are these people even members?), and on and on. Prior to the pandemic, there was a staff member positioned on the 2nd floor workout area who monitored the space. Since that time, staff presence on the 2nd floor is minimal or non-existent, and most staff members seem content to sit in their chairs at the front desk, staring at their cell phones. I realize it is a $16/hour job, but can they not show a little initiative and make the rounds to ensure that members are adhering to the rules, especially when it comes to cell phone use and dangerous gym practices on the floor? This situation is becoming untenable, as members are forced to either confront gym goers who are exhibiting bad etiquette themselves, or alert someone at the front desk (which, at least the two times I did went this route, yielded zero results).

    The Y

    The Y

    3.4
    (28 reviews)

    Although I've been to the Catonsville Y before, I was mostly swimming at the time to prepare for…read moretriathlon. Now, I'm preparing for Hyrox so I see the gym with a different perspective. I like that they have a ski erg machine that's comparable to that used at the event. My favorite Y is the Weinberg location, and that one is different. They also have a rope, which is useful for training the shoulders/arms. It's just in an awkward place. When the roped is pulled out to full lenght for use I felt like I was in the way. I tried two different angles and both were the same. Oh well. Sorry, not sorry. It's a big Y! They've got several sections of weights, machines, cycling rooms and the..... I guess I'll call it, Crossfit room (which is small and a bit awkward, but it works). They have weighted bags for the lunges up to 40lbs. They also have plenty of (matching) kettlebells. AND, they have weighted balls for the ball toss. The only thing missing is the sled. You can go to the Weinberg Y for that. I like this Y as well. There's plenty of room, which is good because it's much more crowded (even mid-day) than my other Y's. I was also glad to see the staff cleaning the weight rack. I mean, not just wiping it down. They removed the weights, wiped down the rack where the weights were sitting, and place the weights back. They were also removing the scuffs from the wall with the magic eraser. No wonder it looks so clean. And of course I can always count on the fireplace to chill at after my workout. Come check it out.

    I am writing to share feedback regarding my recent experience at the Catonsville Y related to Stay…read moreand Play hours. On a BCPS delayed start day, the facility did not clearly communicate any adjusted Stay and Play hours. The posted signage did not reflect the delayed schedule, and while staff observed me arriving with my child, this information was not proactively shared. I only learned of the adjusted hours after specifically asking. Clear and visible communication--especially on delayed start days--would help prevent confusion for families and improve the overall member experience. I appreciate your attention to this matter and hope it can be considered for future operations.

    Gwynns Falls/Leakin Park

    Gwynns Falls/Leakin Park

    4.0
    (4 reviews)

    Very spooky feel. This park is it if getting the creeps is your thing and that is perfect for this…read moretime of year! I only explored between trailhead 1 and 2 and that is only a small section of the 15 mile trail that extends all the way to Horseshoe casino. Since I was on foot, I saved those miles for when I am on a bike. The Winans meadows has a huge pavilion and a large field. The area was once part of an estate so the remnants of it is great to explore. There is a trail that leads to the mansion of the estate that still exists. The park boasts plenty of trails but they are not well kept. There are signs that post the beginning of a trail but it is difficult to distinct the paths. I stuck to the main paved Gwynn Falls trail as I was too spooked by the other trails. Also check out podcast series, Serial. Other than the creepy elements, the park was not crowded which is a breath of fresh air during the pandemic.

    I am unable to give a full review of Gwynns Falls/Leakin Park as it begun raining just after…read morearrival. First glance, it is pretty with rolling green space. There is a historic mansion, church, tennis court, and various trails. There was also construction going on so perhaps there will be even more to offer when completed. I will re-visit and hopefully get to see more. The one thing that made me leery was it is the only park I've visited in the DMV (DC/MD/VA) that has signage all around the parking area and in front of the tennis court that says 'Please Remove ALL Valuable Items and Lock Your Car'.

    Carrie Murray Nature Center - parks - Updated August 2026

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