Events
The Patuxent Roughnecks volunteer work crew invites you to their next work trip:
Sunday, April 27
When: 9:00am
Where:
Meet at Piney Orchard Parkway Bridge over the Little Patuxent River
The goal of the Roughnecks is to maintain fish passage and a free flowing river for humans. The Crew works in fringe areas to remove blockages that harm the ecology of the river. This will be a continuation of the first work trip of the season on the Little Patuxent River. During this work trip, the Roughnecks will hike or paddle (dependant on the weather) along the Little Patuxent River and remove blockages impeding the channel. Patuxent Riverkeeper will provide maps, GPS, tools, and drinking water. Please be prepared to hike or paddle and bring any additional gear as you see fit...
Please RSVP by noon Friday April 25, 2008 to: Lauren@paxriverkeeper.org or 301-249-8200x6
http://paxriverkeeper.org/
Tuesdays at 10:00am
Enjoy the wonders of nature at Greenwell State Park through games, crafts, stories, movement, food, and exploration. Nature Time is a program for young children and their families/caregivers. Recreation, education, and conservation all play a part in the weekly activities.
http://www.greenwellfoundation.org/Programs/naturetime.html
Baltimore City will be co-hosting the Sixth Annual Greening Rooftops for Sustainable Communities Conference, Awards and Trade Show April 30 to May 2, 2008. This year will mark the largest green roofs conference and trade show to date, with more than 100 exhibitors and over 1,200 people attending from across the Baltimore-Washington Metro area-and beyond.
For up-to-date conference information and to register for conference events, please visit: http://greenroofs.org/baltimore
"EcoTourism: Make Your Next Vacation More Meaningful", Sustainability Speaker Series
When: Wednesday, April 30, Noon-1:00pm,
Where: Symons Hall Room 0200
Ecotourism (or ecological tourism) is the environmentally-friendly alternative to your next vacation. Generally speaking, ecotourism focuses on volunteering, personal growth, and learning new ways to live on the planet, typically involving travel to destinations where flora, fauna, and cultural heritage are the primary attractions. Responsible ecotourism includes programs that minimize the negative aspects of conventional tourism on the environment and enhance the cultural integrity of local people.
Website: www.sustainability.umd.edu
For more information, contact:
Mark Stewart
Office of Sustainability
+1 301 405 4633
stewartm@umd.edu
www.sustainability.umd.edu
Baltimore City will be co-hosting the Sixth Annual Greening Rooftops for Sustainable Communities Conference, Awards and Trade Show April 30 to May 2, 2008. This year will mark the largest green roofs conference and trade show to date, with more than 100 exhibitors and over 1,200 people attending from across the Baltimore-Washington Metro area-and beyond.
For up-to-date conference information and to register for conference events, please visit: http://greenroofs.org/baltimore
Baltimore City will be co-hosting the Sixth Annual Greening Rooftops for Sustainable Communities Conference, Awards and Trade Show April 30 to May 2, 2008. This year will mark the largest green roofs conference and trade show to date, with more than 100 exhibitors and over 1,200 people attending from across the Baltimore-Washington Metro area-and beyond.
For up-to-date conference information and to register for conference events, please visit: http://greenroofs.org/baltimore
Join River Riders for a guided kayak trip on the Patuxent River on Saturday, May 3, at Greenwell State Park. "Spring Paddle" is the first trip of the 2008 kayaking season. Departure is scheduled for 10am from the new accessible (ADA-compliant) kayak and canoe launch/floating dock.
Meet participants at the Quarter Creek Pavilion. Reservations are required - please call 301-373-9775 to make a reserve your spot.
River Riders is an accessible and inclusive kayaking program offering lessons for beginning and intermediate kayakers, rentals, guided trips, and summer camp. More information about River Rivers is available at: http://www.greenwellfoundation.org/Programs/riverriders.html
Greenwell State Park - Be a part of the Park of Possibilities The Greenwell Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c) 3 nonprofit organization dedicated to providing universally accessible and inclusive programs, services, and facilities for all community members, with and without disabilities, in Southern Maryland.
Tuesdays at 10:00am
Enjoy the wonders of nature at Greenwell State Park through games, crafts, stories, movement, food, and exploration. Nature Time is a program for young children and their families/caregivers. Recreation, education, and conservation all play a part in the weekly activities.
http://www.greenwellfoundation.org/Programs/naturetime.html
The Commission is the County’s official representative in all matters related to the environment.
Meetings are held the first Wednesday, 7:00 p.m., Rm. 14 of the Governmental Center, 23115 Leonard Hall Drive, Leonardtown, MD
6th Annual Plant Sale
Summerseat Farm
Mechanicsville, MD
May 10, 2008
Saturday (Rain or Shine)
8:00 am to 3:00 pm
Hanging Baskets, Vegetables, Perennials, Annuals, Herbs, Grasses
Lunch, Baked Goods, Crafts, Gifts
http://www.summerseat.org/
12th Annual Plant Sale and Free Plant Exchange
Hosted by the Sotterley Garden Guild
Saturday May 10, 2008
Plant Sale: 9:00 – Noon Exchange: 10:00 – Noon
At the Plant Sale, purchase annuals, perennials, shrubs, and bulbs from the Sotterley Garden Guild, and all proceeds benefit Sotterley’s garden.
At the Free Plant Exchange, swap your plants for other annuals, perennials, herbs, vegetables, shrubs, trees, bulbs and seeds for free. Bring plants or just bring yourself!
http://www.sotterley.org/
Join American Chestnut Land Trust (ACLT) for a Mother’s Day Guided Canoe Trip, Sunday, May 11, 2008 on Parkers Creek from 8:30 a.m. until 11:30 a.m.
Reservations are required.
A $10.00 per person donation is appreciated.
Reserve your seat by calling 410-414-3400 or reserve online www.acltweb.org.
St. Mary's River Watershed Association
PO Box 94, St. Mary's City, MD 20686
May 6, 2008
Dear Stakeholders:
The St. Mary’s River needs your help. The St. Mary’s River drainage area, which includes most of the Lexington Park Development District, is under significant development pressure which appears to be causing pollution of watershed streams and the main river, fragmenting natural habitats, and overwhelming the ability of the river, stream networks, and surrounding lands to provide important ecological and economic benefits.
Tuesdays at 10:00am
Enjoy the wonders of nature at Greenwell State Park through games, crafts, stories, movement, food, and exploration. Nature Time is a program for young children and their families/caregivers. Recreation, education, and conservation all play a part in the weekly activities.
http://www.greenwellfoundation.org/Programs/naturetime.html
Tuesdays at 10:00am
Enjoy the wonders of nature at Greenwell State Park through games, crafts, stories, movement, food, and exploration. Nature Time is a program for young children and their families/caregivers. Recreation, education, and conservation all play a part in the weekly activities.
http://www.greenwellfoundation.org/Programs/naturetime.html
The Patuxent Roughnecks volunteer work crew invites you to their next work trip:
Saturday, May 24
When: 9:00am
Where:
Meeting location to be determined based on weather and water levels
The goal of the Roughnecks is to maintain fish passage and a free flowing river for humans. The Crew works in fringe areas to remove blockages that harm the ecology of the river. During this work trip, the Roughnecks will hike or paddle (dependant on the weather) within the Patuxent River watershed and remove blockages impeding the channel. Patuxent Riverkeeper will provide maps, GPS, tools, and drinking water as well as paddling gear and boats if needed. Please be prepared to hike or paddle and bring any additional gear as you see fit...
Please RSVP by Thursday May 22, 2008 to: Lauren@paxriverkeeper.org or 301-249-8200x6
Tuesdays at 10:00am
Enjoy the wonders of nature at Greenwell State Park through games, crafts, stories, movement, food, and exploration. Nature Time is a program for young children and their families/caregivers. Recreation, education, and conservation all play a part in the weekly activities.
http://www.greenwellfoundation.org/Programs/naturetime.html
