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 Protecting Land Forever!
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Application Period is Open for the 2021 Keep Maryland Beautiful Grants
Applications will be accepted online for the next round of Keep Maryland Beautiful grants from October 1, 2021 through November 12, 2021. Four different grants are being offered to help volunteer and nonprofit groups, communities, and Maryland land trusts. For more information on how to apply visit the grant application page.
The Keep Maryland Beautiful grants program is Maryland Environmental Trust's oldest program. Over the years, the program has expanded thanks to a robust partnership between the Maryland Environmental Trust, Maryland Department of Transportation, Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development, and Forever Maryland. Combined, this partnership has provided more than a million dollars over the past two decades to nonprofits, schools and local land trusts that work to protect natural resources while enhancing the lives of Maryland citizens and generations to come. Learn more.
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 Conservation Alliance Forms in Southern Maryland
The Southern Maryland Conservation Alliance held its inaugural meeting at Serenity Farm in Hughesville on September 7. Conservation groups from Charles, St. Mary’s and Calvert counties along with groups from Prince George’s and Anne Arundel counties joined in on the effort to protect the landscapes and waterways of the region. “We hope to enable greater collaboration among the conservation community here in Southern Maryland to build capacity, better identify funding and conservation opportunities, and importantly to focus at a landscape scale,” John Turgeon, director of the Maryland Environmental Trust, said. Read more.
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 How Lens Saves Maryland Environmental Trust Time and Money
From the low-lying coastal plains around the Chesapeake Bay to the rolling hills and ridges of Appalachia, Maryland earns its nickname “America in miniature.” The Maryland Environmental Trust (MET), a division of Maryland’s Department of Natural Resources, conserves and stewards land across these diverse landscapes. This is no small task, especially as state agencies are often faced with limited budget and staff resources.
We spoke with Jon Chapman, MET’s stewardship manager, about the many ways Lens bolsters their agency’s monitoring capacity - from helping them overcome a staffing shortage to supporting data management. Read more.
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Learn about protected places, explore Maryland spaces, or find something new. Check out MET's land trust partners near you.
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ACLT's 2021 Parkers Creek Challenge
October 16, 2021
American Chestnut Land Trust’s triathlon with a twist will be held Saturday, October 16. The race starts with a round trip 9-mile bike ride beginning at ACLT’s South Side trailhead in Port Republic, MD; then continues with a 2-mile run to the Chesapeake Bay and a 3-mile round trip paddle up pristine Parkers Creek. The triathlon ends after another 2-mile run back to the South Side trailhead. New this year! 3-Member Relay Teams! Find two friends to help you complete the challenge! Learn more.
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Hiking with the GVC President
October 23 and November 20, 2021
This fall, the Gunpowder Valley Conservancy's president, Cyrus Green, is offering two opportunities to hike and chat about the GVC.
GVC wants to hear from YOU about your GVC experiences and ways to improve the growing organization. Join Cyrus for Hiking with the President on October 23 or November 20 at Oregon Ridge Nature Center.
Reserve your spot today by filling out a brief Google Form. Space will be limited to allow for social distancing.
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ESLC's Annual Party to Preserve
October 30, 2021
Eastern Shore Land Conservancy announces a return to an in-person Party to Preserve following last year's virtual event. This year's Party to Preserve will be taking place in Centreville, Maryland. ESLC's annual fundraising event will be a "mask-erade;" the event will be held outdoors and ESLC will be adhering to all CDC guidelines.
Join ESLC on October 30 as they celebrate conservation and restoration efforts and achievements, as well as the career of ESLC President Rob Etgen as he prepares to retire. Learn more.
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Fall Foliage Hike at SERC
October 30, 2021
Take in the beauty of the season on Scenic Rivers Land Trust’s Fall Foliage Hike! Scenic Rivers staff will lead a guided hike of the Contee Farm portion of the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center campus, which is forever protected by a conservation easement coheld by Scenic Rivers and Maryland Environmental Trust.
You’ll enjoy beautiful fall colors and stunning views of the Chesapeake Bay. Plus, Scenic Rivers will have fall treats and coffee on hand to kick off the hike. This event is FREE, but space is limited and registration is required. Learn more.
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SUPPORT the long term stewardship of more than 1,100 conservation easements held by Maryland Environmental Trust with a tax deductible contribution to MET's Stewardship Fund.
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