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 Protecting Land Forever!
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 Welcome Shannon!
Shannon Taylor is serving at the Maryland Environmental Trust this year as our AmeriCorps funded Volunteer Coordinator. She recently graduated from the University of Maryland College Park with a degree in Environmental Science and Policy. She has always had a passion for travel and the environment. During her undergraduate studies, Shannon spent three months in Costa Rica studying and exploring the natural world. She is very excited to be serving with the Trust and helping preserve such beautiful and important parcels of land in Maryland.
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Baltimore County Landowner Meeting
In October, MET's Easement Program Manager, Ann G. Carlson, along with MET trustee Megan Benjamin, joined Baltimore County local land trusts at a forum to talk to more than 35 landowners about conservation easements. Gunpowder Valley Conservancy, Baltimore Neighborspace, Manor Conservancy, Long Green Land Trust and the Land Preservation Trust were also on hand for landowners to connect with. Many thanks to Ann Jones of the Baltimore County Land Trust Alliance for organizing the event.
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2021 Southern Maryland Forum
In October, MET trustee and Executive Director of the American Chestnut Land Trust, Greg Bowen (in photo at left), and MET's Director, John Turgeon, presented at the 2021 Southern Maryland Forum hosted by the Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay at Serenity Farm in Charles County. Their presentation focused on the just launched Southern Maryland Conservation Alliance and the important role that watershed friend groups can play in advancing conservation goals for the region. Click here for more information about the Southern Maryland Conservation Alliance.
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DNR's Fall Foliage Report
Follow the transition each week with reports from DNR experts at our state forests and parks. We’re seeing a wide range of conditions based on location, elevation, and tree types. The wild weather has been throwing things off kilter too, making it difficult to predict what will happen next. Regardless, with the uptick in wind and rain, it looks like things will be wrapping up within a few weeks. Learn 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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Cocktails & Conservation: Innovations in the Oyster Industry
November 12, 2021
Eastern Shore Land Conservancy will host a conversation with Johnny and Jordan Shockley of Blue Oyster Environmental on November 12, in celebration of Waterfowl Weekend. Join ESLC President Rob Etgen in a conversation with the father and son duo working to reestablish oysters as the keystone species of the Chesapeake Bay. As the Founder and CEO behind Blue Oyster Environmental, the Shockley’s are on a mission to revitalize the oyster industry and the waterfront communities that have been the heart of the Bay for generations. Learn more.
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Flannel Formal is Back!
November 13, 2021
Tickets are now available for this unique charity event to benefit Lower Shore Land Trust. It’s expected to sellout and will include live music by Margot & Co., the infamous pig roast, shucked oysters, seafood chowder, great appetizers, a special silent auction, and much more! Learn more.
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Woods and Your Wallet (Virtual Session)
November 17, 2021
Do you own wooded property? Having woods on your property not only benefits wildlife, the air you breathe, and your local streams, but your pocket as well. Forests for the Bay in partnership with Harford Land Trust will introduce you to the many economic incentive programs available to you for having wooded property! Learn more.
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Spectacular Scientist presentation with Dr. Ela-Sita Carpenter
December 2, 2021
Join Baltimore Green Space for a lunch and learn on December 2 as they host Dr. Ela-Sita Carpenter for an afternoon of virtual learning! Focusing on all things urban wildlife, BGS will be joined by a Baltimore born and raised specialist with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Dr. Ela-Sita's past research includes birds and bats in Maryland, Virginia, and Nevada. 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 the MET's Stewardship Fund.
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