In Remembrance of Dr. Sarah Taylor-Rogers

MET shares the extremely sad news that former MET Trustee Dr. Sarah Taylor-Rogers passed away on Wednesday, June 23. Sarah had been an MET Trustee since 2016 and recently stepped off the Board in May following the completion of her second term. Sarah was a dedicated member of the MET Board. She served on several committees addressing new conservation easements, easement stewardship matters, land trust relations, outreach to the ag community, and board governance. She also served as Board secretary during her second term. She was a key advocate for MET funding the creation of the new non-profit Forever Maryland Foundation. "I feel very privileged to have known and worked with Sarah over the last four years", said Mary Burke, Chair of MET's Board. "She was an incredible colleague and friend who worked tirelessly to make Maryland a better place to live. We at MET will miss her joyful presence, deep wisdom and insight."

Sarah's professional career was dedicated to the conservation of natural resources and includes being the first woman ever to serve as Secretary of the Maryland Department of Natural Resources during Governor Glendenning's Administration. "I was saddened to hear of the passing of Dr. Sarah Taylor-Rogers," said Jeannie Haddaway-Riccio, Secretary of the DNR. "Dr. Taylor-Rogers was the first woman to head our department and her public service and dedication to conservation will long be remembered. We will benefit from her legacy for generations to come." 

Please read Sarah's Memorial Obituary as well as the remembrance published by the Harry R. Hughes Center for Agro-Ecology. 

LandMarks: Spring/Summer 2021

Read the latest edition of LandMarks online.

This edition features a snapshot of the new easements protected in CY2020, new remote monitoring technology, the Land Trust Toolbox and 2021 Keep Maryland Beautiful Program grant recipients and more.

Land Conservation Seen As Cheapest and Easiest Way To Combat Climate Change

When it comes to addressing climate change, alternative energy or reducing the use of fossil fuels tend to get the biggest headlines. But some outdoor advocates argue preserving land is the cheapest and easiest way to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. In January, President Biden signed an executive order designed to address what the White House calls a “climate crisis at home and abroad.” Included in that order is a goal of conserving at least 30 percent of public lands and waters by 2030. Read more.

Passport to Preservation

July 4 thru Labor Day

American Chestnut Land Trust is partnering with local breweries and wineries to bring you our “Passport to Preservation” – an event that supports local agri-tourism businesses and ACLT at the same time! Stay tuned for additional details and registration information. Learn more. 

Kayak Poker Run

July 24, 2021

Harford Land Trust and the Ben Boniface Deer Creek Valley Fund are happy to announce the return of the Kayak Poker Run on July 24. Kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards welcome. Registration closes July 19. Learn more.

2021 Anne Arundel County Lifeline 100

October 3, 2021

Scenic Rivers Land Trust is pleased to be an official nonprofit partner for the 2021 Anne Arundel County Lifeline 100 Century Ride taking place on October 3. SRLT is recruiting cyclists of all ages and abilities to take part in this unique, organized ride of our beautiful county and raise funds on our behalf. Learn more.