Fort McHenry

Discover the story behind the unique origins of the cherry trees located on the grounds.  

Hint 1: It involves school children.

Hint 2: It explains why the trees were separated into two parts of the grounds.

VALUE: (To be announced)

BONUS: If you learn the story by asking a Park Ranger then you earn an additional reward. Take a photo with the Park Ranger for evidence!

What is unusual about the shape of this fort?  Why was this shape an advantage? 

Hint 1: Consider what weapon was commonly used during this era.

Hint 2: Consider the directions the soldiers were defending themselves from.

VALUE: (To be announced)

BONUS:  If you take a creative photograph of one of the 'weapons of choice' at the fort walls then you earn an additional reward!  

Learn the details of this program.  from a Park Ranger.   Where can it be participated in?  What tools are required? Be able to describe one of the tasks involved in earning it's reward at Fort McHenry.

VALUE: (To be announced)

BONUS: If you genuinely join the program then you earn an additional reward.  Take a photo or video record yourself taking the pledge!