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 Protecting Land Forever!
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 MET Welcomes New Easement Planner, Michael!
Michael Mingus comes to MET after working as a Wildlife Biologist with the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service. He also spent time working with the stream restoration firm, Environmental Quality Resources, and with the Maryland Conservation Corps at Tuckahoe State Park.
Michael received a bachelor's degree in Biology from the University of Dayton. He enjoys cycling, woodworking, hiking, and spending time with his family. He is very excited to to begin meeting landowners and with local land trusts and looks forward to developing strong relationships for the continued success of MET’s land conservation mission.
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MET Trustee Greg Bowen Receives a 2021 Maryland Sustainable Growth Award
MET board member and American Chestnut Land Trust's Executive Director, Greg Bowen, received a 2021 Sustainable Growth Award recognizing his leadership and service to advance public appreciation, understanding, and involvement in promoting smart growth and sustainable communities. The Maryland Department of Planning presented Maryland Sustainable Growth awards for leadership and community planning at its ninth annual awards ceremony on December 16, 2021. Watch this short video documenting Greg's achievements in advocating for land preservation and sustainable growth throughout his lifetime. "These awards recognize people and projects from across Maryland that bring creativity, innovation, and passion to our communities,” said Governor Larry Hogan. “Our administration is proud to honor and celebrate their commitment to helping change Maryland for the better."
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Medley’s Neck Farm Now Has Protected Status
In December, MET partnering with Patuxent Tidewater Land Trust (PTLT), and with funding from the US Navy, completed a conservation easement project with the Thorne family to permanently protect their 56-acre property on Medleys Neck Road near Leonardtown in St. Mary’s County. This beautiful parcel consists of nontidal wetlands, forest, and roughly three acres of cleared land for the farmstead and a farm field. Two streams feeding the Poplar Hill Creek also flow through the forest on the property, providing approximately 3,400 linear feet of forested stream buffer that is critical for maintaining water quality. The Navy, through its Readiness and Environmental Protection Integration, or REPI, program, paid the Thornes for half of the appraised value of this easement, and the Thornes generously donated the balance of the value. MET and PTLT co-hold the easement with the Navy.
Rose Thorne recalls fond memories of growing up on the property with her siblings and playing in the woods. She says the Thornes are not only thrilled to be able to protect this land for future generations, but also as a remembrance of their parents for giving them such a lovely place to grow up.
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Easement Protected in Worcester County
MET and the Lower Shore Land Trust accepted a conservation easement donation on 153 acres in Worcester County. The newly protected land is located along the Pocomoke River near Pokomoke River State Park. The forest and fields of the property provide habitat to numerous species and scenic views to people recreating on the Pocomoke River. MET is grateful to this landowner whose commitment to land conservation in Worcester County benefits all residents and visitors to the area.
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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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Annual Robert Burns Supper
January 21, 2022
Cecil Land Trust presents the 4th Annual Robert Burns Supper on January 21, 2022 in Elkton, MD. The event includes a traditional Scottish dinner and entertainment. Charlie Zahm will be the entertainment and MC for the evening. He will be joined by Fiddler Tad Marks, Scottish Bagpipers and dancers. Tickets are limited and reservations are required. Learn more.
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The Story of Belle Vue
January 25, 2022
Join Harford Land Trust (HLT)for a short VIRTUAL lunch program on Tuesday, January 25. HLT will share our 15-minute film The Story of Belle Vue Farm and then host an interactive discussion with participants. You can ask questions regarding the acquisition of the property, plans for the property, and any other questions they might have about HLT's work. Registration will be live in the new year on HLT's website and Facebook.
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The Past, Present, and Future of the Patapsco
February 26, 2022
Join Howard County Conservancy and Patapsco Heritage Greenway at the Conservancy's Mt. Pleasant Farmstead for a discussion on the history of the Patapsco Watershed and what is being done to preserve it. Afterward, enjoy a naturalist-guided hike around Mt Pleasant to experience the wonder of this region for yourself! 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 the MET's Stewardship Fund.
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