More changes ahead for improved Marshy Point

Baltimore County officials Wednesday dedicated a new and improved Marshy Point Nature Center, but wildlife lovers who visit the Chase facility to enjoy sightings of great blue herons, ospreys and bald eagles said they are already looking forward to another round of expansion slated for next year.

Lawmakers, including County Executive Jim Smith, celebrated the $2.4 million project that features a canoe launch, parking lot expansion, overlook deck and pedestrian bridge that will eventually connect the 500-acre park to the Hammerman area of Gunpowder State Park. The improvements were welcome, staff said, but a tease of more to come.